1. What is the meaning of Joshua 3:17?

2. How does Joshua 3:17 demonstrate God's power and faithfulness to His promises?

3. What role did the priests play in the miracle at the Jordan River?

4. How can we trust God to "stand firm" in our life's challenges?

5. Connect Joshua 3:17 with the crossing of the Red Sea in Exodus.

6. How can we apply the Israelites' obedience in Joshua 3:17 to our lives?

7. How did the Israelites cross the Jordan River on dry ground in Joshua 3:17?

8. What is the significance of the Ark of the Covenant in Joshua 3:17?

9. Does Joshua 3:17 provide evidence of divine intervention in history?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Joshua 3?

11. Why is there no clear extra-biblical record or archaeological evidence for this mass crossing in Joshua 3?

12. How does the crossing in Joshua 3 compare with contradictory or differing accounts of water-parting miracles elsewhere in the Bible?

13. Why did John baptize people in the Jordan River?

14. How are Joshua and Jesus similar?1. How does the faith of the priests in stepping into the Jordan River before it parted challenge your own faith journey?

2. In what ways can you ensure that God's presence is leading your decisions and actions, similar to the Ark leading the Israelites?

3. Reflect on a time when you experienced God's miraculous provision. How did it strengthen your faith?

4. How can you contribute to fostering unity and collective obedience within your faith community?

5. What "Jordan Rivers" in your life require you to step out in faith, trusting in God's promises and provision?1. How does the preparation of the Israelites reflect their faith in God's promise?

2. Why do you think it was important for the Ark of the Covenant to lead the way across the Jordan?

3. How does the miracle at the Jordan demonstrate the power of God?

4. Compare the leadership of Joshua and Moses. How does God’s promise to exalt Joshua impact his leadership?

5. How does the role of the priests reflect their commitment to their faith?

6. What lessons can you draw from the Israelites' obedience and faith?

7. How can the story of crossing the Jordan River influence your own faith journey?

8. Can you recall a situation in your life where you had to step out in faith, much like the Israelites crossing the Jordan?

9. What 'rivers' are you facing in your life right now? How can this chapter inspire you to handle them?

10. In what ways can you 'consecrate' yourself in preparation for God's intervention in your life?

11. How do you feel when you're in a situation where you must wait for God's timing, like the Israelites waiting to cross the Jordan?

12. How does the promise God made to the Israelites relate to His promises to us today?

13. How can the story of Joshua 3 encourage you when facing the 'Canaanites' in your life?

14. How does this chapter affect your understanding of obedience to God?

15. How can we discern God's guidance when faced with significant life decisions?

16. How can we stand firm in our faith, just like the priests holding the Ark in the middle of the Jordan?

17. What does 'exaltation' look like in a modern context? How does God exalt us in our daily lives?

18. What does it mean to trust in God's presence and guidance in times of transition or change?

19. How does this chapter change your perception of the possible 'miracles' in your life?

20. How can we continue to keep our faith strong, even when we have not yet seen the fulfillment of God's promises?

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