◄ Joshua 15:38 ►
Dilan, Mizpeh, Joktheel, Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Joshua 15:38? 2. How does Joshua 15:38 demonstrate God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises to Israel? 3. What can we learn about God's provision from the cities listed in Joshua 15:38? 4. How does Joshua 15:38 connect with God's covenant promises in Genesis 15:18-21? 5. How can we apply the concept of divine inheritance from Joshua 15:38 today? 6. What role does obedience play in receiving God's promises, as seen in Joshua 15:38? 7. What is the significance of Joshua 15:38 in the context of the land allotments? 8. How does Joshua 15:38 contribute to understanding the historical geography of ancient Israel? 9. What archaeological evidence supports the existence of the towns listed in Joshua 15:38? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Joshua 15? 11. Do the territorial descriptions in Joshua 15:1-12 conflict with other biblical texts or known ancient boundaries, suggesting an editorial or historical inconsistency? 12. Joshua 15:63 states that the men of Judah could not dislodge the Jebusites from Jerusalem; how does this align with claims of total conquest elsewhere in the book? 13. Did Joshua and the Israelites capture Jerusalem? Yes (Joshua 10:23, 40) No (Joshua 15:63) 14. If Jericho's walls had already crumbled before Joshua's era, how does Joshua 2:15 align with historical timelines? Discussion Questions 1. What does the inclusion of specific towns like Dilean, Mizpeh, and Joktheel in the allotment to Judah teach us about God's attention to detail in His promises? 2. How can the meaning of the name "Mizpeh" (watchtower) inspire us to be vigilant in our spiritual lives today? 3. In what ways does the concept of "inheritance" in Joshua 15 relate to the New Testament teachings on our inheritance in Christ? 4. How does the fulfillment of God's promises to the Israelites in Joshua encourage us in our personal walk with God? 5. Reflect on a time when you experienced God's faithfulness in your life. How does this encourage you to trust Him with future promises? Joshua 15 Bible Study Questions 1. Why is it significant that the allotment for the clans of the tribe of Judah extended to the border of Edom? 2. In the context of this chapter, what does the detailed description of the borders and cities signify about the tribe of Judah's identity and their relationship with God? 3. What might the act of defining borders symbolize in terms of personal spiritual boundaries and how can this be applied to your life today? 4. Joshua obeyed the LORD’s command and gave Caleb a portion among the sons of Judah. How does obedience to God manifest in your life? 5. Caleb's courage and faith drove him to drive out the sons of Anak. Can you share a situation where you had to rely on faith to overcome an obstacle in your life? 6. Why did Caleb offer his daughter Acsah in marriage to the man who captures Kiriath-sepher? What does this tell us about the values of that time? 7. How might the negotiation between Caleb and his daughter Acsah reflect on their relationship and the role of women during that period? 8. How would you handle a situation similar to Acsah’s, where you had to negotiate for something you needed or desired? 9. What can we learn from Caleb’s act of blessing Acsah with springs of water along with the land? 10. What spiritual lessons can we glean from the inheritance of the land and the divisions of cities? 11. How can you compare the act of giving land inheritances to God's promises to us? 12. Why do you think the descendants of Judah could not drive out the Jebusites living in Jerusalem? 13. The Jebusites continued to live among the descendants of Judah. How can this scenario be related to persistent sin or ungodliness in a believer's life? 14. In terms of personal spiritual growth, how do you handle "Jebusites" in your life — those longstanding issues or challenges that seem resistant to change? 15. What might the numerous cities listed signify about the scale and diversity of the tribe of Judah? How can we apply this understanding to the body of Christ today? 16. The chapter describes diverse terrains - foothills, wilderness, hill country. How do these reflect the different seasons or circumstances in our spiritual journey? 17. The tribe of Judah received a diverse inheritance, from cities in the Negev to those in the hill country. How does this reflect the diversity of gifts in the body of Christ? 18. How can you actively obey God's commandments and promises as Joshua did, even if it seems challenging? 19. Caleb’s story is one of persistent faith and courage. How can his example inspire your personal faith journey? 20. The detailed account of boundaries and city names reveals meticulous care. What does this tell us about God's attention to detail in our lives and His plan for us? Links Joshua 15:38 NIV Joshua 15:38 NLT Joshua 15:38 ESV Joshua 15:38 NASB Joshua 15:38 KJV Joshua 15:38 Commentaries Bible Hub