◄ Joshua 15:63 ►
But the descendants of Judah could not drive out the Jebusites living in Jerusalem. So to this day the Jebusites live there among the descendants of Judah. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Joshua 15:63? 2. Why couldn't the Israelites drive out the Jebusites from Jerusalem in Joshua 15:63? 3. How does Joshua 15:63 illustrate the consequences of incomplete obedience to God? 4. What lessons can we learn from the Israelites' struggle in Joshua 15:63? 5. How does Joshua 15:63 connect to God's promises about the Promised Land? 6. How can we apply the message of Joshua 15:63 in our spiritual battles? 7. Why couldn't the Israelites drive out the Jebusites from Jerusalem in Joshua 15:63? 8. Does Joshua 15:63 suggest limitations to God's promises or power? 9. How does Joshua 15:63 align with God's command to conquer the land? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Joshua 15? 11. 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? 12. In 1 Chronicles 11:4–5, how credible is the account of David capturing Jerusalem from the Jebusites, given limited archaeological evidence of such a siege? 13. How can Ezekiel 16:3 claim Jerusalem’s ancestry is Amorite and Hittite when historical records emphasize Israel’s descent from Abraham? 14. What historical or archaeological evidence supports the claim that Abram’s descendants would inherit the land in Genesis 15:18–21? Discussion Questions 1. What lessons can we learn from Judah's inability to drive out the Jebusites, and how can we apply these lessons to areas of incomplete obedience in our own lives? 2. How does the eventual conquest of Jerusalem by King David demonstrate God's faithfulness and timing, and how can this encourage us in situations where we face persistent challenges? 3. In what ways can spiritual strongholds manifest in our lives today, and what steps can we take to identify and overcome them? 4. How does the coexistence of the Jebusites with the Israelites serve as a metaphor for allowing sin to remain in our lives, and what practical steps can we take to address this issue? 5. How do the instructions in Deuteronomy 7:1-2 regarding the Canaanite nations relate to our call to live a holy life, and what challenges do we face in fully obeying God's commands in our modern context? 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 15:63 NIV Joshua 15:63 NLT Joshua 15:63 ESV Joshua 15:63 NASB Joshua 15:63 KJV Joshua 15:63 Commentaries Bible Hub