◄ Joshua 24:17 ►
For the LORD our God brought us and our fathers out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery, and performed these great signs before our eyes. He also protected us throughout our journey and among all the nations through which we traveled. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Joshua 24:17? 2. How does Joshua 24:17 emphasize God's role in Israel's deliverance and protection? 3. What actions can we take to remember God's past faithfulness in our lives? 4. How does Joshua 24:17 connect with God's promises in Exodus 3:8? 5. In what ways can we serve the Lord as Israel did in Joshua 24:17? 6. How can acknowledging God's past deeds strengthen our faith in challenging times? 7. How does Joshua 24:17 affirm God's role in Israel's history and deliverance from Egypt? 8. What archaeological evidence supports the events described in Joshua 24:17? 9. How does Joshua 24:17 challenge modern views on divine intervention in history? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Joshua 24? 11. How does Azariah express faith and repentance in prayer? 12. Can the miraculous elements in Isaiah 19:16-25 be reconciled with modern historical or scientific understanding? 13. (Exodus 34:10) Is there any historical or archeological evidence that God performed the marvels described here in front of the Israelites? 14. Joshua 5:2-7: How could an entire fighting force undergo circumcision en masse without any health risks or attack from nearby enemies? Discussion Questions 1. How does Joshua 24:17 remind us of God's faithfulness in our own lives, and how can we cultivate a habit of remembrance? 2. In what ways can we see parallels between the Israelites' journey and our spiritual journey today? 3. How does the deliverance from Egypt serve as a foreshadowing of Christ's deliverance of believers from sin? 4. What are some practical ways we can ensure that we are serving God alone in our daily lives? 5. How can we effectively share accounts of God's faithfulness with others, especially the next generation, to encourage their 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 24:17 NIV Joshua 24:17 NLT Joshua 24:17 ESV Joshua 24:17 NASB Joshua 24:17 KJV Joshua 24:17 Commentaries Bible Hub