Preaching the Word: Joshua—People of God’s Purpose
Overview
Following closely on the heels of the Exodus story, the book of Joshua recounts the mighty acts of God as he fulfills his promises to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. It is a profound testimony to God’s awesome power and enduring faithfulness.
Written to aid pastors in their preaching and churches in their reading, this accessible commentary guides us through the history of Joshua’s leadership in Israel and God’s direction of his covenant people to their promised rest in the land of Canaan.
With warmth and wisdom, David Jackman ultimately encourages us to trust God’s promises more deeply and obey his commands more wholeheartedly—that we might fully enjoy all the blessings secured for us in and through our Joshua—Jesus Christ.
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- Provides practical application from the Scriptures
- Contains exegesis and word study on the book of Joshua
- Consists of material ideal for pastors and students
Top Highlights
“The command is to cross the River Jordan, but the promise is that God is now giving his people their promised land. Both command and promise depend upon the sovereignty of God, expressed in his wise will and achieved by his irresistible power. So it is as God’s people both believe the promises and obey the commands that they enter into the experience of fellowship with God at the deepest, relational level. The same is true for us today. Why do we so often fail to obey God’s commands? Because we do not really believe his promises. The two always go together. Faith leads to obedience. Disobedience is always rooted in distrust.” (Page 16)
“Secondly, they are to ‘consecrate’ themselves (v. 5).” (Page 43)
“There seem to be two important considerations to bring out. The first is that the actualization of what is promised is dependent on the wholehearted obedience of God’s people. The sadness of the book is that the conquest was far from complete, that compromise and comfort took over, and that many of the inhabitants of the land were never dislodged. The same unbelief and lack of faith that precluded their entry to the land forty years earlier surfaced in the next generation in an unwillingness to push forward with the complete conquest after the initial gains had been secured. ‘They were unable to enter because of unbelief’ (Hebrews 3:19)—that is said of the exodus generation, but by extension exactly the same weakness was revealed in their descendants.” (Page 26)
“In other words, ‘You have the question wrong, Joshua, because I am the commander of the army of the Lord’ (v. 14). He has come not to take sides but to take charge.” (Page 64)
Having been frustrated by so many learned Old Testament commentaries, which may be full of good scholarship but offer little help to preachers, it is a joy to recommend such a fine book, which is so clearly the work of someone who is a very fine preacher himself. It is marked by careful exegesis, which reveals the main thrust of Joshua as a whole and each major section without getting lost in unnecessary details. All the big questions the preacher and congregation will ask are addressed and there are excellent pointers to application. It provides fuel, not only for our preaching, but for our hearts and lives.
—Vaughan Roberts, rector of St. Ebbe’s, Oxford
Here is another excellent commentary, which combines great insights of exegesis, theology, relevance, and pastoral application. Every page is enriched by David’s extensive experience and wisdom in understanding and preaching the Bible. This commentary is ideal for those preparing to teach or preach the book of Joshua, as it is also invaluable for Christians who want to understand the book of Joshua and read it for personal encouragement. I praise God for David’s ministry.
—Peter Adam, vicar emeritus, St. Jude’s Church, Carlton, Australia
This is a fine addition to the Preaching the Word series. Jackman combines pastoral sensitivity, erudition, and an experienced feel for the text to give us a guide through the life-changing book of Joshua.
—Josh Moody, Senior Pastor, College Church, Wheaton, Illinois
- Title: Joshua—People of God’s Purpose
- Author: David Jackman
- Series: Preaching the Word
- Publisher: Crossway
- Print Publication Date: 2014
- Logos Release Date: 2014
- Pages: 224
- Era: era:contemporary
- Language: English
- Resources: 1
- Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
- Subject: Bible. O.T. Joshua › Commentaries
- ISBNs: 9781433511974, 9781433523779, 9781433511998, 1433511975, 1433523779, 1433511991
- Resource ID: LLS:PRWDJOS
- Resource Type: Bible Commentary
- Metadata Last Updated: 2022-10-27T04:59:55Z