Bible Study on Joshua: Lessons on Courage and Faith

Verses to read

• “Haven’t I commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Don’t be afraid, neither be dismayed: for Yahweh your God is with you wherever you go.”

  Joshua 1:9

• “But as for me and my house, we will serve Yahweh.”

  Joshua 24:15

Who was Joshua in the Bible?

Joshua was a young man when he first started following Moses. He was one of the twelve spies sent to look at the land of Canaan. While others were afraid, Joshua trusted that God would help them.

God saw that Joshua had a faithful heart. Because he stayed close to God, he was ready to lead when the time came. He spent his life showing people how to obey God's laws.

How did Joshua lead with courage?

Being a leader is hard work. Joshua had to lead thousands of people across a river and into battles. God told him many times to be strong and courageous. This means to be brave even when you feel nervous.

Joshua’s courage did not come from his own strength. It came from knowing that God was by his side. When we face hard times, we can remember that the same God is with us today.

What happened at the walls of Jericho?

One of the most famous stories in this book is the battle of Jericho. The city had giant walls that no one could get past. God gave Joshua a strange plan. He told the people to march around the city for seven days.

On the last day, they shouted and blew trumpets. The walls fell down flat. This miracle showed everyone that God has the power to do the impossible when we obey Him.

Why is Joshua 24:15 important?

At the end of his life, Joshua gave a big speech. He reminded the people of all the good things God had done for them. He told them they had to choose who they would worship.

Joshua made his own choice clear. He said that he and his family would only serve the Lord. This teaches us that we must choose to follow God every single day.

Common questions

What does the name Joshua mean?

The name Joshua means 'The Lord is salvation.' It is the same name as Jesus in the Hebrew language.

How long did Joshua lead the people?

Joshua led the Israelites for many years until he died at age 110. He stayed faithful to God until his very last breath.

What was Joshua's first big task?

His first task was leading the people across the Jordan River. God stopped the water so they could walk across on dry ground.

What can we learn from Joshua's mistakes?

Sometimes Joshua forgot to ask God for advice, like when he met the Gibeonites. This teaches us to pray before making big decisions.