◄ Joshua 24:15 ►
But if it is unpleasing in your sight to serve the LORD, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your fathers served beyond the Euphrates, or the gods of the Amorites in whose land you are living. As for me and my house, we will serve the LORD!" Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Joshua 24:15? 2. How does Joshua 24:15 challenge you to choose whom you will serve today? 3. What does "as for me and my house" imply about family spiritual leadership? 4. How can Joshua's declaration inspire your commitment to God amidst societal pressures? 5. What other Bible verses emphasize choosing to serve the Lord wholeheartedly? 6. How can you practically implement serving the Lord in your daily life? 7. What does "choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve" imply about free will? 8. How does Joshua 24:15 challenge the concept of cultural or familial religious traditions? 9. What historical context influenced Joshua's declaration in Joshua 24:15? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Joshua 24? 11. How does your home reflect your faith and values? 12. How does neuroscience explain free will as an illusion rather than a divine gift? 13. What does freedom of religion mean? 14. What does "We will serve the Lord" mean? Discussion Questions 1. What are some modern "gods" or idols that compete for our allegiance today, and how can we recognize them in our lives? 2. How does Joshua's leadership and decision to serve the LORD inspire you in your personal walk with God and in leading others? 3. In what ways can you ensure that your household is committed to serving the LORD, and what practical steps can you take to foster this environment? 4. How do the cultural influences around you challenge your commitment to God, and what strategies can you employ to remain faithful? 5. Reflect on a time when you had to make a difficult choice to serve God over other interests. What was the outcome, and how did it strengthen your faith? Joshua 24 Bible Study Questions 1. Why does Joshua remind the people of their ancestral idolatry? 2. How does Joshua use Israel's history to emphasize the importance of serving God? 3. What does Joshua's farewell speech teach us about leadership and stewardship? 4. What are the implications of the Israelites' pledge to serve God? 5. How do you apply Joshua's call to serve God "in sincerity and truth" in your daily life? 6. Why does Joshua warn the people that God "will not forgive your rebellion or your sins"? 7. How does this chapter reflect on God's faithfulness? 8. How can you relate Joshua's warning to modern-day temptations to turn away from God? 9. Why does Joshua establish a stone as a witness? 10. How does the death and burial of Joshua, Eleazar, and the burial of Joseph's bones signify the end of an era? 11. How can we renew our covenant with God in today's world? 12. In what ways are you challenged to choose to serve God daily? 13. How can you encourage others to make a choice to serve God in your community? 14. What lessons can be drawn from Israel's decision to serve God despite Joshua's warning? 15. How does Joshua's legacy challenge you in your faith journey? 16. How does this chapter reinforce the consequences of turning away from God? 17. What symbols or reminders of God's faithfulness can you create in your life? 18. How can you make a public declaration of your commitment to serve God like the Israelites did at Shechem? 19. In what ways can you apply the principle of remembering God's deliverance in your life? 20. How can Joshua's leadership qualities inspire you in your personal or professional life? Links Joshua 24:15 NIV Joshua 24:15 NLT Joshua 24:15 ESV Joshua 24:15 NASB Joshua 24:15 KJV Joshua 24:15 Commentaries Bible Hub