Joshua 3:7
Now the LORD said to Joshua, "Today I will begin to exalt you in the sight of all Israel, so they may know that I am with you just as I was with Moses.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Joshua 3:7?

2. How does Joshua 3:7 demonstrate God's promise to exalt Joshua among Israel?

3. What leadership qualities in Joshua 3:7 can we apply in our lives today?

4. How does God's promise to Joshua connect with His promises in Deuteronomy 31:23?

5. In what ways can we seek God's presence to guide us like Joshua?

6. How can we trust God's timing and plan as seen in Joshua 3:7?

7. How does Joshua 3:7 demonstrate God's authority and support for Joshua as a leader?

8. What historical evidence supports the events described in Joshua 3:7?

9. How does God's promise in Joshua 3:7 relate to His promises to Moses?

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

11. What does the Bible mention about hornets?

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

13. What is the plot of Jordan Crossing?

14. How could the Jordan River have stopped flowing on command as described in Joshua 3:13 without a natural explanation?
Discussion Questions
1. How does God’s promise to exalt Joshua in Joshua 3:7 reflect His method of establishing leadership throughout the Bible?

2. In what ways can we see God’s faithfulness in our own lives, similar to His faithfulness to Joshua and Israel?

3. What are some "Jordan Rivers" in your life that require you to trust in God’s presence and guidance?

4. How can the church today ensure that its leaders are publicly affirmed and supported, as God did for Joshua?

5. Reflect on a time when obedience to God led to a significant breakthrough or transition in your life. How does this relate to Joshua’s experience?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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