Joshua 13:11
also Gilead and the territory of the Geshurites and Maacathites, all of Mount Hermon, and all Bashan as far as Salecah--
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Joshua 13:11?

2. How does Joshua 13:11 illustrate God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises?

3. What can we learn about God's sovereignty from Joshua 13:11?

4. How does Joshua 13:11 connect with God's covenant with Abraham?

5. How should Joshua 13:11 influence our trust in God's plans today?

6. In what ways can Joshua 13:11 encourage us to claim God's promises?

7. What is the significance of Gilead in Joshua 13:11 for Israel's inheritance?

8. How does Joshua 13:11 reflect God's promise to the Israelites?

9. Why is the land of the Geshurites mentioned in Joshua 13:11?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Joshua 13?

11. What is the historical background of the Geshurites?

12. Joshua 13:1 - How credible is it that after all the previous conquests, so much land still remained, contradicting earlier assertions that the land was largely subdued?

13. Joshua 13:13 - How could Israel remain unable to drive out certain peoples if God supposedly promised victory, suggesting an inconsistency with divine intervention claims?

14. Judges 12:1-3 - Why does Jephthah's conflict with the Ephraimites escalate so violently with little prior indication?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the allocation of land in Joshua 13:11 reflect God's faithfulness to His promises? Can you identify areas in your life where you have seen God's promises fulfilled?

2. What lessons can we learn from Israel's incomplete conquest of the land, and how can this apply to our spiritual battles today?

3. In what ways do the boundaries described in Joshua 13:11 relate to the concept of spiritual boundaries in a believer's life?

4. How can the interactions between Israel and the Geshurites and Maacathites inform our understanding of engaging with the world while maintaining our distinctiveness as Christians?

5. Reflect on the significance of Mount Hermon as a symbol of blessing and unity. How can you promote unity within your community or church to experience God's blessing?1. When God tells Joshua he is old but there is still much work to be done, what does this say about God’s expectations for service regardless of our age or condition?

2. In your life, have you ever felt like Joshua - that you have done much, but there is still more to accomplish? How did you respond?

3. How can the idea of there being much land still to take apply to your spiritual life and goals?

4. The land yet to be conquered was described in great detail. What does this tell us about God’s knowledge of our individual challenges and tasks?

5. How can we apply the concept of the "promised land" yet to be taken in the context of unfulfilled promises or unrealized potential in our lives?

6. God divided the land among the tribes, each according to their size and need. How does this mirror God's distribution of gifts and responsibilities in the church today?

7. What can we learn from the Levites not receiving a portion of land like the other tribes, but cities to live in with pasturelands for their livestock and property?

8. In our society today, how can we relate to the Levites’ role and their lack of land inheritance?

9. God faithfully fulfilled His promise to the tribes of Israel by giving them land. How does this boost your confidence in God's promises in your life?

10. How can the varied terrains of the lands given to different tribes speak to the diversity of our individual spiritual journeys and callings?

11. Despite God's assurance, the Israelites faced the daunting task of possessing their lands. How do you face seemingly overwhelming tasks, even when you know God is with you?

12. What does the process of apportioning land among the tribes tell us about justice and equity in God's kingdom?

13. The chapter highlights that certain areas remained unconquered. What "unconquered territories" do you think exist in your spiritual life, and how can you approach them?

14. How does Joshua's leadership during the division of the land inspire you in your own leadership roles?

15. The chapter suggests the importance of everyone having a place in God's plan. How does this apply to your understanding of your role in the Christian community?

16. How does the fact that God still had work for Joshua, despite his old age, change your perspective on service in the church and community at different stages of life?

17. In the context of this chapter, how would you understand the statement: "The work of God is never done"?

18. God had a plan for every tribe in Israel. How does this help you to understand His individual plans for us?

19. In current times, how can we practice the principles of responsibility and communal living as seen in Joshua's distribution of the land?

20. Looking at the different tribes receiving their inheritance, what does this tell you about God's individual plans for each of us in terms of talents, skills, and spiritual gifts?

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