Model for VictoryJoshua 6:1-27

1. Before the Challenge (6:1-5) You fight from victory not just for victory!

2. During the Challenge (6:6-16,20) You overcome the enemy by faith!

3. After the Challenge (6:17-19,21-27) Remember to obey God’s commands and give Him the glory!

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II. During the Challenge (6:6-16,20)You overcome the enemy by Faith!

Hebrews 11:30 1 John 5:4

A. The testing1. Preparation

The ark was to be in the midst of everything Circumcision reinstituted Passover celebration began again Joshua found outside Jericho seeking God Joshua rose early in the morning

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A. The testing (cont’d)2. Patience

God is never in a hurry When we hurry we miss the big picture Faith & patience go together Hebrews 6:12

3. Silence as an example of self-control How difficult was this task for 2 million + James 3:1-2; Ecclesiastes 3:7; Psalm 46:10 Jesus’ examples – Is. 53:7; Matt. 26:62-63

Model for Victory – Part 2B. Obedience

It is what most honors God & He most honors.

1. What it is not Eloquent profession of faith Exercise of great natural abilities & talents An attractive appearance or personality

2. What it is Simply found in 1 Samuel 15:22 Jesus’ example Philippians 2:8

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C. Obedience to the very end1. God gives us our orders

…..… one step at a time First six days nothing happens The 6th trip on the 7th day nothing happened

2. Parallel with Naaman 2 Kings 5 6 washings and nothing happened

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Conclusions1. When we accept God’s plan, we invite

God’s presence that guarantees victory!

2. There is no substitute

……………for obedience to God!

3. There is no substitute for obedience in all details…… to the very end!

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Principle Jericho was a stronghold that needed to be

demolished. What strongholds are present in our land, our church, and ourselves that need to be demolished like Jericho? 2 Cor. 10:4

How are we to do this?

Prayer

The Word of God

Our Testimony

Revelation 12:11

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Application

1. How is your Preparation?

2. How is your Patience? Note: If you want to increase your faith

practice patience !

3. How is your Persistence?

4. How is your Silence?