From The Heart Radio

Text: Joshua 6:

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1. God’s Promises are Certain (Joshua 6:1-2)

Jericho was tightly shut, yet God declared victory to Joshua before the battle began.

Lesson: We must trust in God’s promises even when circumstances seem impossible.

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2. Obedience is Key to Victory (Joshua 6:3-4)

God’s instructions to march around Jericho for seven days may have seemed unusual.

Lesson: Victory comes through obedience, not human wisdom or strength.

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3. Faith Requires Endurance (Joshua 6:5-7)

The Israelites had to march patiently for seven days before seeing results.

Lesson: Faith is not about instant gratification; we must persist in trusting God’s plan.

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4. Silence Precedes the Breakthrough (Joshua 6:8-10)

Joshua commanded the people to remain silent until the final shout.

Lesson: Sometimes, silence in faith is more powerful than speaking in doubt.

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5. The Power of Worship and Praise (Joshua 6:16, 20)

The walls fell after the people shouted in obedience to God’s command.

Lesson: Worship is a weapon that brings down spiritual strongholds.

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6. Destruction of the Wicked (Joshua 6:21)

Everything in Jericho was destroyed except what was dedicated to God.

Lesson: Sin must be completely removed for true spiritual victory.

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7. Rahab’s Salvation (Joshua 6:22-25)

Rahab and her family were spared because of her faith and obedience.

Lesson: God’s mercy is available to those who believe, no matter their past.

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8. The Curse on Rebuilding Jericho (Joshua 6:26)

Joshua pronounced a curse on anyone who would rebuild the city.

Lesson: Rebuilding what God has destroyed in our lives leads to spiritual downfall.

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9. Leadership and Divine Favor (Joshua 6:27)

Joshua’s leadership was strengthened because he followed God’s command.

Lesson: God honors leaders who seek His guidance and obey Him fully.

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10. Jesus, Our Greater Joshua

The name Joshua (Yeshua) means "The Lord Saves."

Lesson: Just as Joshua led Israel to victory, Jesus leads us to victory over sin and death.

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Conclusion

Jericho represents the strongholds in our lives.

Victory comes through faith, obedience, patience, and worship.

Let us trust God, follow His instructions, and experience His power at work!

1. Divine Direction – Deborah hears from God and conveys His command to Barak to lead the battle against Jabin’s oppression (Judges 4:6-7).
2. Dependable Decision-Maker – She exercises sound judgment in rallying Israel, showing leadership in a time of crisis (Judges 4:4-5).
3. Determined Diplomat – Deborah agrees to accompany Barak into battle, demonstrating partnership and courage despite his hesitance (Judges 4:8-9).
4. Distinctive Declaration – She boldly declares that the honor of victory will go to a woman, foretelling Jael’s role in defeating Sisera (Judges 4:9).
5. Dedicated Defender – Under Deborah’s leadership, Israel gathered 10,000 men from Naphtali and Zebulun to confront their enemy with faith (Judges 4:10, 14).
6. Dependence on God – Deborah’s confidence rests not in human strength or chariots of iron but in the Lord’s promise and mighty hand (Judges 4:14).
7. Dynamic Driver of Deliverance – Her leadership ignites Israel’s courage leading to the rout of Sisera’s army (Judges 4:15).
8. Daring Delegate – Though a woman, Deborah wields authority as judge and prophetess, a leader appointed by God in a male-dominated culture (Judges 4:4-5).
9. Devout Worshiper – Deborah and Barak respond to victory with a song of praise, celebrating God’s power and faithfulness (Judges 5).
10. Durable Legacy – Deborah’s legacy endures as an example of fearless female leadership aligned with God’s will, inspiring courage in God’s people (Hebrews 11:32-33 referenced for faith).

 Text: Matthew 25:1–13

Theme: Spiritual readiness for Christ’s return

The parable opens with a comparison—Heaven’s kingdom pictured through a wedding.

• A spiritual symbol of awaiting the union of Christ and His Church.

Ten virgins represent professing believers—all waiting, all invited, but not all prepared.

• Outward similarity hides inward difference.

The wise took oil in their vessels—a picture of inward grace, faith, and the Holy Spirit’s presence.

The foolish presumed that outer appearance would suffice; they neglected an inner relationship with the Lord.

“All slumbered and slept.” The delay tests devotion. Genuine faith endures even through delay and drowsiness.

A sudden cry breaks the silence: “Behold, the Bridegroom cometh!” The hour of testing becomes the hour of truth.

The foolish awaken alarmed; they scramble for what cannot be borrowed—true spiritual life.

Desperation drives them to the wise, but salvation cannot be shared secondhand. Grace must be personally possessed.

The door opens, the faithful enter, the ready rejoice. The moment of meeting marks eternal fellowship.

To the latecomers comes a sobering word: “I know you not.” The final distinction is made clear—religion without regeneration is rejection.

Christ’s coming will expose every hidden heart. The saved are not merely waiting—they are watching, working, and walking in the Spirit.