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  • Robert Robb avatar

    Testing The Faith Of God's People Series

    Contributed by Robert Robb on Jun 10, 2001
    based on 40 ratings
     | 6,390 views

    Facing the possibility of entering into Cannan God’s people face a test of their faith.

    Studies in Joshua Study 5 – Chapter 3 Introduction Last week in our study of the book of Joshua our attention was drawn to and we considered in some detail the faith of an individual, that individual being Rahab, the prostitute from Jericho. This evening as we come to consider chapter 3 we are ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    How To Get Past Your Jordan

    Contributed by Robert Jones on Jun 21, 2001
    based on 107 ratings
     | 14,575 views

    How to get beyond the strongholds in your life

    HOW TO GET PAST YOUR JORDAN JOSHUA 3:1-6 & 14-17 Because of their unbelief, Israel was sentenced to wander in the wilderness for 40 years -----However, before they can enter Canaan, they must first get past one final, major obstacle----the Jordan River Now normally, this would ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steven Simala Grant avatar

    Who Goes First Series

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jun 4, 2002
    based on 97 ratings
     | 43,774 views

    Calling people to "cross over" whatever river they may be facing into the promises God has for them

    Who Goes First? – Joshua 3 June 2/3, 2002 Intro: At times in our lives, each of us reach points of critical decision – places where the decision we make will have huge effects on the rest of our lives. We come to a T intersection, and have to make a choice about whether we head left or whether ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Obstacles On The Way Series

    Contributed by Robert Massey on Jun 13, 2002
    based on 180 ratings
     | 26,349 views

    Life is filled with obstacles. Israel encountered the obstacle of a flooded river. Here in Joshua, there were three directives given to Israel before the crossing of the Jordan. I believe that there is application value in these directives for us as we

    OBSTACLES ON THE WAY Joshua 3:15-17 Obstacles. The dictionary defines obstacles as “something that stands in the way or opposes”. Something that is between where you are, and where you want to go. Life is filled with obstacles. Some of them will be small, such as maybe a road block on the way ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Uncharted Territory

    Contributed by Johnny Carver on Apr 8, 2002
    based on 99 ratings
     | 19,514 views

    Finding Newness with our walk with God and discovering new areas of excitement as a Christian.

    Scripture: Joshua 3:1 – 5 Title: “Uncharted Territory” Introduction: In this portion of Scripture, Joshua has assumed leadership of Israel. Moses has led them for 40 years through the wilderness wandering. They are now on the border of a new country - a land of milk and honey. Though they had ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Cross That River Series

    Contributed by Jerry Fenter on May 23, 2002
    based on 118 ratings
     | 8,453 views

    Are we people who live by faith, or by sight; are we afraid to cross the river, or are we willing to take the risk and live by faith.

    Cross That River Joshua 3 I. There are a few things you need to know that will be foundational to understanding the principles of today’s lesson. A. First, you need to know about the Ark. The Ark of the Covenant was the piece of furniture that God directed Moses to build and place in the middle of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Stepping Out On Faith Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Jan 14, 2002
    based on 144 ratings
     | 38,699 views

    Some great principles about faith found in Israel’s crossing of the Jordan River.

    A Study of the Book of Joshua Sermon # 3 Stepping Out On Faith Joshua 3: 1-17 Dr. John R. Hamby For Christians today crossing of the Jordan represents passing from one level of the Christian life to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Christopher Roberts avatar

    Going Out On A Limb

    Contributed by Christopher Roberts on Dec 11, 2001
    based on 70 ratings
     | 5,933 views

    Joshua dared to be a great leader for God. The crossing of the Jordan teaches very relevant advice on how we can also go out on a limb for Jesus. And there is joy in daring to pursue your call.

    Please e-mail me with any comments or if you use any part of this at your church at Mail4ChrisR@aol.com. I would love to hear about it. God Bless! - Chris Consider this: Walt Disney was fired by a newspaper editor for lack of ideas. Walt also went bankrupt several times before he built ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Steven Kellett avatar

    Crossing Into The Land Of Great Miracles

    Contributed by Steven Kellett on Feb 2, 2003
    based on 94 ratings
     | 8,097 views

    As Joshua leads Israel into the Promised Land, we see the three landmarks that we pass on the way ot the Land of Big Dreams and Great Miracles.

    Then Joshua rose early in the morning; and he and all the sons of Israel set out from Shittim and came to the Jordan, and they lodged there before they crossed. 2At the end of three days the officers went through the midst of the camp; 3and they commanded the people, saying, “When you see the ark ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Steven Cook avatar

    Four Lessons In The Crossing Of Jordan

    Contributed by Steven Cook on Feb 12, 2003
    based on 39 ratings
     | 15,676 views

    This is an outline provides useful lessons for crossing the Jordans of the Christian life.

    “Four Lessons Learned in the Crossing of Jordan” Joshua 3:1-17 Dr. Steven G. Cook I. Introduction A. Read Text B. There are many Jordans that must be crossed in our lives. C. We must first decide what to do with Christ – Accept or Reject D. After salvation, there are many more Jordans to cross – ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Carl Willis avatar

    Steps Of Faith

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 22, 2003
    based on 21 ratings
     | 6,013 views

    A lesson on walking in faith.

    This morning I would like to speak to you about taking steps of faith. One of the more difficult aspects of the Christian life can be those times of taking steps of faith. It is important to note, however, that many of God’s greatest blessings accompany great steps of faith. Today we are ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Pat Cook avatar

    Sometimes Our Obedience Hurts Others Series

    Contributed by Pat Cook on Aug 4, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 3,940 views

    5th in long series on Joshua. After doing a recap of the events so far, this shows the little-spoken truth: Sometimes, in order for us to obey God, we must hurt other people.

    Joshua 3:1-17 – Sometimes Our Obedience Hurts Others It was testimony night in the church. A lady got up and said, "We are living in a wicked land where sin is on every hand. I have had a terrible fight with the old devil all week." Then, her husband, who was sitting glumly by her side ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Harvey avatar

    The Crossing

    Contributed by John Harvey on Aug 18, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 10,268 views

    To be a true follower of Christ, we must set ourselves apart, have faith to take the first step toward following and then obeidence to make that step

    “The Crossing” August 21, 2005 Intro: Life is filled with definable moments. Moments when we must make harsh choices, brave overwhelming obstacles, and conquer new horizons. They are the major “crossings” of life. Today we are going to look at spiritual crossing. We have for the last two weeks ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney avatar

    Crossing Jordan

    Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Sep 8, 2005
    based on 254 ratings
     | 71,293 views

    Every body has a Jordan to cross, it is something that stands between you and the inheritance God has promised you. The Children of Israel made it across and so can we.

    Moses had died and Joshua is in charge, They are at a critical point, they have been here before. (This is where you either breakdown or you breakthrough) This is where you decide if the dream is worth it. It’s one thing to dream it’s another thing to take possession of that dream. Every dreamer ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Russell Brownworth avatar

    In The Land Of Beginning Again

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Oct 27, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 4,166 views

    We would all like a second (maybe a thousandth) chance...a clean start; God offers that.

    Who hasn’t looked back over his life and with nostalgia welling-up wished for a new start? Rare, indeed, is the person who has never said, "If I had my life to live over again, I’d..." "I wish there was some wonderful place Called the land of beginning again, Where all our mistakes And all ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist