Joshua 6:5
And when there is a long blast of the ram's horn and you hear its sound, have all the people give a mighty shout. Then the wall of the city will collapse and all your people will charge straight into the city."
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Joshua 6:5?

2. How does Joshua 6:5 demonstrate the power of obedience to God's commands?

3. What role does faith play in the Israelites' victory at Jericho in Joshua 6:5?

4. How can we apply the principle of "the wall will collapse" in our lives?

5. What other biblical events show God's power through unconventional means like in Joshua 6:5?

6. How can we trust God's timing when facing obstacles, as seen in Joshua 6:5?

7. How did the walls of Jericho fall according to Joshua 6:5 without modern technology?

8. What does Joshua 6:5 reveal about God's power and intervention in human affairs?

9. How does the miracle in Joshua 6:5 challenge our understanding of historical events?

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

11. Is there any archeological evidence supporting a sudden destruction of Jericho's walls in this manner (Joshua 6)?

12. How did Joshua lead the Israelites into the Promised Land?

13. What is Jericho's significance in the Bible?

14. What does the Bible say about the Secret Rapture?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the account of Jericho challenge our understanding of faith and obedience in our personal lives?

2. In what ways can we apply the principle of divine strategy in our decision-making processes today?

3. How does the unity of the Israelites in this passage inspire us to foster unity within our own faith communities?

4. What are some "walls" or obstacles in our lives that require us to trust in God's unconventional methods for victory?

5. How can the symbolism of the shofar in this passage encourage us to be spiritually alert and responsive to God's call?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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