◄ Joshua 3:3 ►
and commanded the people: "When you see the ark of the covenant of the LORD your God being carried by the Levitical priests, you are to set out from your positions and follow it. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Joshua 3:3? 2. How does Joshua 3:3 emphasize the importance of following God's guidance today? 3. What does "follow it" teach about obedience to God's commands in our lives? 4. How can we prepare ourselves to "move out" when God directs us? 5. Compare Joshua 3:3 with Proverbs 3:5-6 on trusting God's direction. 6. How can we ensure we are spiritually ready to "set out" in faith? 7. What does Joshua 3:3 reveal about God's guidance and leadership? 8. How does the Ark of the Covenant symbolize God's presence in Joshua 3:3? 9. Why is following the Ark significant in the context of Joshua 3:3? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Joshua 3? 11. How does the crossing in Joshua 3 compare with contradictory or differing accounts of water-parting miracles elsewhere in the Bible? 12. Why is there no clear extra-biblical record or archaeological evidence for this mass crossing in Joshua 3? 13. Why does a miracle of this scale in Joshua 3 seem unmentioned in other historical or nearby cultures' writings? 14. Why do the dimensions of the Ark of the Covenant (Exodus 25) resemble those of Egyptian sacred chests, suggesting borrowed traditions? Discussion Questions 1. How does the role of the Ark of the Covenant in Joshua 3:3 reflect the importance of God's presence in our daily lives? 2. In what ways can we ensure that we are following God's leading, similar to how the Israelites followed the Ark? 3. What responsibilities do spiritual leaders have today that parallel the role of the Levitical priests in guiding God's people? 4. How can we cultivate a heart of obedience to God's commands, especially when faced with significant life changes or challenges? 5. Reflect on a time when you had to step out in faith, trusting in God's promises. How did that experience strengthen your relationship with Him? Joshua 3 Bible Study Questions 1. How does the preparation of the Israelites reflect their faith in God's promise? 2. Why do you think it was important for the Ark of the Covenant to lead the way across the Jordan? 3. How does the miracle at the Jordan demonstrate the power of God? 4. Compare the leadership of Joshua and Moses. How does God’s promise to exalt Joshua impact his leadership? 5. How does the role of the priests reflect their commitment to their faith? 6. What lessons can you draw from the Israelites' obedience and faith? 7. How can the story of crossing the Jordan River influence your own faith journey? 8. Can you recall a situation in your life where you had to step out in faith, much like the Israelites crossing the Jordan? 9. What 'rivers' are you facing in your life right now? How can this chapter inspire you to handle them? 10. In what ways can you 'consecrate' yourself in preparation for God's intervention in your life? 11. How do you feel when you're in a situation where you must wait for God's timing, like the Israelites waiting to cross the Jordan? 12. How does the promise God made to the Israelites relate to His promises to us today? 13. How can the story of Joshua 3 encourage you when facing the 'Canaanites' in your life? 14. How does this chapter affect your understanding of obedience to God? 15. How can we discern God's guidance when faced with significant life decisions? 16. How can we stand firm in our faith, just like the priests holding the Ark in the middle of the Jordan? 17. What does 'exaltation' look like in a modern context? How does God exalt us in our daily lives? 18. What does it mean to trust in God's presence and guidance in times of transition or change? 19. How does this chapter change your perception of the possible 'miracles' in your life? 20. How can we continue to keep our faith strong, even when we have not yet seen the fulfillment of God's promises? Links Joshua 3:3 NIV Joshua 3:3 NLT Joshua 3:3 ESV Joshua 3:3 NASB Joshua 3:3 KJV Joshua 3:3 Commentaries Bible Hub