(To the half-tribe of Manasseh Moses had given land in Bashan, and to the other half Joshua gave land on the west side of the Jordan among their brothers.) When Joshua sent them to their homes he blessed them, Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Joshua 22:7? 2. How does Joshua 22:7 demonstrate God's provision for the tribes of Israel? 3. What can we learn about obedience from Joshua's actions in Joshua 22:7? 4. How does Joshua 22:7 connect to God's promises in Deuteronomy 33:23? 5. In what ways can we apply Joshua's leadership example in our daily lives? 6. How does the division of land in Joshua 22:7 reflect God's faithfulness? 7. Why did Joshua bless the half-tribe of Manasseh in Joshua 22:7? 8. How does Joshua 22:7 reflect God's promise to the tribes of Israel? 9. What is the significance of dividing land among tribes in Joshua 22:7? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Joshua 22? 11. Psalm 60:7 mentions Gilead, Manasseh, Ephraim, and Judah; how do these tribal borders align (or conflict) with other historical and biblical records of Israel's territories? 12. Why does Joshua 22:12 describe such a swift and violent response if the tribes' intentions were innocent, yet no physical confrontation ultimately ensued? 13. Stephen states Moses was 'mighty in words' (Acts 7:22), but Exodus 4:10 depicts Moses as slow of speech. How do we reconcile these descriptions? 14. Joshua 1:7 - Is it plausible that a fully formed Law of Moses existed at this time, despite scholarly debates on when the Pentateuch was compiled? Discussion Questions 1. How does the division of the tribe of Manasseh across the Jordan River reflect the unity and diversity within the body of Christ today?2. In what ways can we see God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises in our own lives, as seen in the allocation of land to the tribes? 3. How can we be a blessing to others in our daily interactions, following Joshua's example of blessing the tribes? 4. What are some areas in our lives where we need to demonstrate obedience to God's calling, and how can we expect to see His rewards? 5. How does the account of the half-tribe of Manasseh relate to the broader account of God's covenant with Israel, and what lessons can we draw for our covenant relationship with God through 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 22:7 NIVJoshua 22:7 NLT Joshua 22:7 ESV Joshua 22:7 NASB Joshua 22:7 KJV Joshua 22:7 Commentaries Bible Hub |



