And now, would you turn away from the LORD? If you rebel today against the LORD, tomorrow He will be angry with the whole congregation of Israel. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Joshua 22:18? 2. How does Joshua 22:18 warn against "turning away from following the LORD" today? 3. What consequences arise from "rebelling against the LORD" in Joshua 22:18? 4. How can we ensure our actions align with God's will, as in Joshua 22:18? 5. What other scriptures emphasize the importance of faithfulness to God? 6. How can we encourage others to remain faithful, avoiding rebellion like in Joshua 22:18? 7. Why did the Israelites fear God's wrath in Joshua 22:18? 8. How does Joshua 22:18 address the consequences of disobedience? 9. What historical context led to the events in Joshua 22:18? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Joshua 22? 11. How does Joshua 7:1 justify blaming the entire nation for one person's wrongdoing? 12. Joshua 18:1 - Is there historical or archaeological evidence confirming that 'all the congregation of the children of Israel' actually gathered at Shiloh? 13. If the eastern tribes truly risked idolatry, as it appears in Joshua 22:16-18, why does the narrative not record any divine punishment or sign to confirm the seriousness of the offense? 14. Joshua 18:10 - Does relying on casting lots for land distribution conflict with claims of divine guidance in other parts of the Bible? Discussion Questions 1. How can we ensure that our actions align with God's will and do not lead others to misunderstand our intentions?2. In what ways can we foster better communication and understanding within our church community to prevent conflicts? 3. How does the concept of community responsibility in Joshua 22:18 apply to the modern church? 4. What steps can we take to remain faithful to God in a world that often encourages rebellion against His commands? 5. How can we balance the diversity of individual expressions of faith with the need for unity in the body of Christ?1. What can we learn from the obedience of the Reubenites, Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh? 2. In modern terms, how can we "observe the commandment and the law" as told by Joshua? 3. How does the reaction of the Israelites to the construction of the altar reflect their dedication to God? 4. How can misunderstandings in faith and practices lead to conflicts within a community? 5. Why did the Reubenites, Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh build an altar, and how can we relate this to the ways we ensure continuity of faith in our families? 6. What does the incident of the altar teach us about the importance of communication in resolving conflicts? 7. How does the explanation of the Reubenites, Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh reflect their faithfulness to God? 8. How can you avoid misunderstandings in your religious community? 9. How can we create "altars" or symbols that remind us of our faith in God? 10. How does this chapter challenge you to maintain unity within your community of faith? 11. Reflect on a time when you faced a misunderstanding because of your faith. How did you handle it? 12. What measures can we take to prevent "breach of faith" in our communities? 13. How does Phinehas' response represent wise leadership? 14. How can we apply the principle of understanding and reconciliation in our daily life? 15. How can you encourage others in your community to avoid hasty judgements and seek understanding first? 16. How did this incident strengthen the unity among the tribes of Israel? 17. How can you create a "witness" in your life to remind you and others of God's presence? 18. Why was naming the altar important for the Reubenites, Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh? 19. What can you do today to ensure that your actions are not misinterpreted by others? 20. How can we ensure that our actions today serve as a positive witness for future generations? Links Joshua 22:18 NIVJoshua 22:18 NLT Joshua 22:18 ESV Joshua 22:18 NASB Joshua 22:18 KJV Joshua 22:18 Commentaries Bible Hub |



