1. What is the meaning of Joshua 6:17?

2. How does Joshua 6:17 demonstrate God's judgment and mercy simultaneously?

3. What lessons can we learn from Rahab's faith in Joshua 6:17?

4. How does Joshua 6:17 connect to Hebrews 11:31 about faith and obedience?

5. How can we apply the concept of consecration in Joshua 6:17 today?

6. What does Joshua 6:17 teach about God's sovereignty over nations and individuals?

7. Why was Rahab spared in Joshua 6:17 despite being a prostitute?

8. How does Joshua 6:17 reflect God's justice and mercy?

9. What is the significance of the destruction commanded in Joshua 6:17?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Joshua 6?

11. What does "anathema" mean in the Bible?

12. Why did Achan's disobedience lead to Israel's defeat?

13. If God’s command was to destroy everything, why was Rahab alone spared, and does this imply inconsistency (Joshua 6:25)?

14. How can the compassionate approach to accidental killers in Joshua 20 be reconciled with the violent conquests described earlier, such as in Joshua 6? 1. How does the account of Jericho's destruction challenge our understanding of God's justice and mercy?

2. In what ways does Rahab's faith inspire you to act courageously in your own life?

3. How can we apply the principle of being "devoted to the LORD" in our daily decisions and actions?

4. What does Rahab's inclusion in the genealogy of Jesus teach us about God's plan for redemption?

5. How can the account of Jericho and Rahab encourage us to trust in God's promises, even when they seem impossible?1. What does the shutting up of Jericho symbolize about the state of the city and its fear of the Israelites?

2. In the context of the story, what significance do the numbers seven and six hold?

3. How can we interpret the LORD's detailed strategy to Joshua about taking the city?

4. How does this passage illustrate the concept of obedience and trust in God, even when His commands might seem unusual or impractical?

5. How does the marching in silence until the final day reflect the discipline and obedience of the Israelites? How can this apply to us today when following God's directions?

6. What does the action of the people giving a mighty shout teach us about unity and collective faith in God's promises?

7. How does the narrative highlight the importance of God's precise instructions? How can we apply this to our lives?

8. Why did Joshua command the people not to shout or even speak until he told them to?

9. What can we learn from Rahab's situation? How did her actions of faith and loyalty impact her future?

10. How does this event reflect the belief in the holy destruction or devotion of items to God? How does this translate into today's perspective?

11. How do you interpret the heavy curse Joshua places on the rebuilding of Jericho? What do you think this says about remembering and respecting God's judgment?

12. How can the preservation of Rahab and her family amidst the destruction of Jericho be viewed as a symbol of grace and redemption?

13. What lessons can we learn from the act of sparing Rahab and her family, but destroying everything else in Jericho?

14. Why was it important for the silver, gold, bronze, and iron to be placed in the treasury of the LORD's house?

15. What significance does Joshua's fame spreading throughout the land hold in the context of the Israelites' journey and mission?

16. Why was the specific instruction given to avoid the things devoted to destruction? What implications might this hold for us today?

17. Why do you think the text emphasizes the complete destruction of Jericho, including men, women, and animals?

18. How does the fate of Jericho reflect on the concept of divine justice and judgment?

19. How can the devotion of items to the LORD's treasury be seen as a form of giving back or acknowledging God's sovereignty?

20. How can we apply the principle of obedience as seen in this passage to the modern day situations where God's instructions might not align with our understanding or expectations?

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