"We love the Jesus of the manger because He’s cute and cuddly. That’s why Christmas is so popular. But Easter? That’s messy—there’s blood, a cross, and a spiritual battle. It’s not as easy to celebrate." In this session we'll move in on how to read the Bible - Joshua, in particular - faithfully. Uncover the depth and richness of the book of Joshua as we explore God’s sovereignty, holiness, and faithfulness in leading His people. This message helps us approach Joshua not just as a historical narrative, but as a theological account that points us to God’s ultimate plan in Christ. Along the way, we’ll address difficult questions and learn how to trust God, even in the challenging parts of Scripture. "The Bible was written for us, but it wasn’t originally written to us. You don’t open the Bible and see, ‘Dear Jennifer.’ There was an original audience, and we must read it with that in mind." 📖 Key Scriptures:Joshua 1:1-9, Genesis 15:16, Ephesians 6:10-18, Hebrews 4:1-11 🔗 Helpful Links: Explore the full Joshua seriesSubscribe for updatesDive deeper on the blog 💬 Let’s stay connected! Share your thoughts in the comments—what’s your favorite way to start the day spiritually prepared? What to expect... Each message will dive deep into a section of Joshua, moving lesson-by-lesson through the book’s narrative—from the crossing of the Jordan to the conquest of the land, and finally to Joshua’s inspiring farewell. Along the way, we’ll trace the scarlet thread of redemption, discover the beauty of God’s promises, and be challenged to live strong and courageous lives, trusting in the Lord’s presence every step of the way. Whether you’re studying along with our Bible study or listening in for encouragement, this playlist will equip you to see God’s faithfulness and walk boldly in His promises. New episodes go live on YouTube every other Wednesday! Subscribe and follow to stay connected and dive into God’s Word with us. Contact Info: https://www.jennifergrichmond.com/contact/ MY CHURCH: La Mirada Church, https://www.lamiradachurch.com/ RESOURCES YOU'LL LOVE! - Recommended reading, download lessons, register for this study -- https://www.jennifergrichmond.com/ Follow on...FACEBOOK -- https://www.facebook.com/dwellingrichlypodcastPODCAST -- https://dwellingrichly.podbean.com/BLOG -- https://www.jennifergrichmond.com/#DwellingRichly #biblestudy #HowToStudyTheBible©Jennifer G. Richmond, 2025 Questions about the Bible? The series, "So Glad You Asked" has launched! I'm taking your questions about the Bible, living the Christian life, dealing with difficult situations/people/life issues...really anything on your mind and I'll share my thoughts and responses. I'd love to hear from you. No question is off-limits - Submit questions about this or any topic to DwellingRichly@gmail.com or https://www.jennifergrichmond.com/podcast/#question Share with others and thanks for saying Hi! Leave a Comment ⤵