◄ Joshua 2:23 ►
Then the two men started back, came down from the hill country, and crossed the river. So they came to Joshua son of Nun and reported all that had happened to them. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Joshua 2:23? 2. How does Joshua 2:23 demonstrate the importance of obedience in God's plan? 3. What can we learn from the spies' report about trusting God's promises? 4. How does Joshua 2:23 connect with God's faithfulness in Deuteronomy 31:6? 5. How can we apply the spies' diligence in our daily spiritual walk? 6. What role does accountability play in fulfilling God's mission, as seen in Joshua 2:23? 7. How does Joshua 2:23 demonstrate God's faithfulness to His promises? 8. What role does Rahab play in the fulfillment of Joshua 2:23? 9. How does Joshua 2:23 reflect the theme of divine guidance and protection? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Joshua 2? 11. How could two foreign spies move so freely in Jericho without immediate suspicion, as described in Joshua 2:2-3? 12. Judges 2:6 describes Joshua sending the people away, yet Joshua appears to have died in the previous book; how can this timeline be reconciled? 13. Did Joshua and the Israelites capture Jerusalem? Yes (Joshua 10:23, 40) No (Joshua 15:63) 14. What does the Bible mention about hornets? Discussion Questions 1. How does the mission of the two spies in Joshua 2:23 compare to the earlier mission of the spies in Numbers 13-14, and what lessons can we learn about faith and obedience? 2. In what ways does the hill country serve as a metaphor for God's protection in our lives today? 3. How can Joshua's leadership style, as seen in this passage, inform our approach to leadership in our communities and churches? 4. What role does the testimony of the spies play in encouraging the faith of the Israelites, and how can sharing our testimonies impact others? 5. How does the crossing of the Jordan River in this passage inspire us to step out in faith and trust God's promises in our own lives? Joshua 2 Bible Study Questions 1. How do you perceive Rahab's character, given her profession and actions in Joshua 2? 2. How does Rahab's faith compare to your own? 3. Rahab lied to protect the spies. Is it justifiable to lie in certain situations? Why or why not? 4. How does Rahab's understanding of God influence her decisions? 5. How can you apply Rahab's courage in your life when facing difficult situations? 6. Discuss the significance of the scarlet cord in the story. What does it symbolize? 7. How does this chapter illustrate God's mercy and redemption? 8. What role does loyalty play in the narrative of Joshua 2? 9. How do the actions of the spies reflect their trust in God? 10. How can Rahab’s act of loyalty and faith be a model in your relationships? 11. Can you identify a moment in your life when you took a risk for your faith, like Rahab did? 12. How can this story of divine providence encourage you in times of uncertainty? 13. How does the theme of redemption resonate in your personal life? 14. How did Rahab’s faith impact her future and her family’s future? 15. How do you see God’s hand at work in the strategy of conquering Jericho? 16. How might this story inspire you to act with courage in your current circumstances? 17. Discuss how Rahab's story sheds light on the nature of true faith. 18. How can the actions of Rahab serve as a lesson for you when facing fear? 19. How would you handle a situation where you had to choose between following orders and doing what you believe is right? 20. What can you learn from Rahab about living in a society that does not acknowledge your faith? Links Joshua 2:23 NIV Joshua 2:23 NLT Joshua 2:23 ESV Joshua 2:23 NASB Joshua 2:23 KJV Joshua 2:23 Commentaries Bible Hub