◄ Joshua 24:20 ►
If you forsake the LORD and serve foreign gods, He will turn and bring disaster on you and consume you, even after He has been good to you." Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Joshua 24:20? 2. How does Joshua 24:20 warn against forsaking the Lord for foreign gods? 3. What consequences does Joshua 24:20 describe for abandoning the Lord? 4. How can we apply Joshua 24:20 to resist modern-day idols? 5. What other scriptures emphasize the dangers of turning away from God? 6. How can Joshua 24:20 strengthen our commitment to serving the Lord? 7. What does Joshua 24:20 imply about God's response to disobedience and idolatry? 8. How does Joshua 24:20 challenge the concept of God's unconditional love? 9. What historical context influenced the message of Joshua 24:20? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Joshua 24? 11. What is the Bible's stance on stoning? 12. What does the Bible mention about hornets? 13. Joshua 24:12 - How does the account of God sending 'the hornet' align with historical or natural evidence of plagues or insects driving out inhabitants? 14. Why did Achan's disobedience lead to Israel's defeat? Discussion Questions 1. What are some modern-day "foreign gods" that can tempt us away from our commitment to the LORD? 2. How does the warning in Joshua 24:20 reflect the character of God as both loving and just? 3. In what ways can we actively renew our commitment to God in our daily lives? 4. How do the consequences faced by Israel in the book of Judges serve as a warning for us today? 5. How can we encourage one another to remain faithful to God in a culture that often promotes idolatry? 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 24:20 NIV Joshua 24:20 NLT Joshua 24:20 ESV Joshua 24:20 NASB Joshua 24:20 KJV Joshua 24:20 Commentaries Bible Hub