BBE Image Bible : Scripture in Images Joshua 7:13
13. Up! make the people holy; say to them, Make yourselves holy before tomorrow, for the Lord, the God of Israel, has said, There is a cursed thing among you, O Israel, and you will give way before your attackers in the fight till the cursed thing has been taken away from among you.
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Summary: Joshua Chapter 7 recounts the Israelites' defeat at Ai and the subsequent fallout from Achan's sin. After the successful conquest of Jericho, the Israelites attack Ai with confidence but suffer a humiliating defeat, leading to the loss of about 36 men. This setback causes Joshua to lament before the Lord, questioning why God allowed this to happen. The chapter reveals that the root of the problem was Achan's disobedience; he had taken forbidden items from Jericho, violating God's command. God instructs Joshua to identify the transgressor, leading to Achan's confession and the revelation of the stolen goods. Consequently, Achan and his family are executed, demonstrating the seriousness of sin and its communal repercussions for Israel. Key themes in this chapter include the importance of obedience to God's commands, the concept of corporate accountability within a faith community, and the necessity of dealing with sin to restore God’s favor. The chapter serves as a sobering reminder of the consequences of individual actions on the wider community and emphasizes the need for integrity in the pursuit of God's purposes.
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