Title Concerned Residents of Gibeon / Joshua 9
Content 16. Concerned Residents of Gibeon
Two sins were committed in connection with the inhabitants of Gibeon.
1. Joshua judged with his own wisdom before asking God's will
In doing so, they broke God's command and formed an alliance with them. We are disobedient and flattering
You have to be careful with your words.
2. They came with false pretexts
The inhabitants of Gibeon did evil, saying good things would happen. If they are like Rahab
If they had an attitude of being honest and trusting in God, they would have been saved. Rahab was greatly praised
Ko (Mt 1:5) These were greatly humiliated. In the sight of God, humility is praised by God, but pride is
become the object of the world's humiliation. The way of grace and salvation is not an act of hiding one's sins, but before God.
to have a humble attitude in
Here are some ideas:
(1) I have received a great warning.
“I am from a very distant land for the sake of the Lord” (verse 9), “I have heard all things” (verse 10).
It is doubtful that they believed that they were all under the condemnation of God and that they were condemned to death.
there is no room for They had a very great fear (v. 24). This is because they believed in events like this.
Because. The wicked believe and tremble in fear. The peace of a false sinner is the sand of "I can't believe"
Standing on the confession above. It means that a person believes the word of God and is not affected by it.
That's a lie. If you believe the word of God, that person will be affected to that extent.
Many are too ignorant of their own condition before God. This is great for himself
It's unfortunate. Worry We have anxiety, anxiety, and sadness, but we pretend not to. visit Gibeon, and they
Talk to them, and learn a living lesson. How did the city obey the will of God?
You have to have the attitude to see if it's rough.
(2) There is a guarantee for salvation.
“Now make a pact with us” (verse 6). It has nothing to do with how they came, but
Pay attention to purpose. They want saving grace. They have their only hope here. that
There is no use in protesting. When sinners awaken, mercy is most important to them.
finds out that They want salvation. Their only refuge is the grace of God (Eph.
2:8). They said, "Make a pact with us." They want Joshua's promise as a guarantee of safety.
did. This was all Joshua could give to those who came to him. Therefore, these
You can be sure of your will, and like the people of Gibeon, you will depend on him who is not lying. we believe
Going on the road is not without promises. The Gibeonites disguisedly said, "We are from afar.
Lies like “I am” are of no use to us. We come with the truth, in the name of Jesus Christ.
it should be said
Like the prodigal son in the Gospel of Luke, you must confess your heart honestly and honestly to receive God's blessing.
receive
(3) There is a gracious reconciliation.
“I will make peace with them, and I will save them” (verse 15). He could justly condemn them. Joshua
Knowing possessed the power and ability to do this. But he made them live. might kill
However, it is of great significance to have made them live. Such is the permission of grace, and furthermore, there is
There were also vows of the covenant. It signifies the end of the fight (Hebrews 6:16). Three things in relation to this friendship
this is revealed
① There is an attitude of acceptance.
② There is a covenant.
③ There is a vow.
Sinners who come to Jesus are received by grace. Then he heard the covenant of grace
Goes. Then, by sealing the covenant of God's promise, he receives the guarantee of that covenant forever (Ephesians 1:13).
(4) Totally devoted.
“Look, now we are in your hand; do to us what is good and right for you.
"(v. 15). The effect of grace is not to make them arrogant and conceited. By God's love and grace,
How beautiful it is when a melted person follows and obeys the will of the Savior! this is it
This is an expression of devotion. “You saved us, and now we are yours.
Please.” This is the image of total devotion and the image of God’s grace that we should truly rejoice in
All. If his love does not compel us to love him, we will lose his love.
it can't be tough. Therefore, while keeping His love in our hearts, we
You must have an attitude of gratitude.
(5) You must actively work.
"Joshua made them choppers and drawers for the congregation... for the altar of the LORD.
ne” (verse 27), we should do our work with joy and joy, as well as being humble and obedient.
Some people have the attitude of doing great things like Naaman, while others do such things.
don't even try
When we feel humble and confess it, God tests us and makes us
You make me do dreadful things. But in the heart of a sincere believer, nothing is lowly. God
Everything you do for the sake of it is precious and respectful. If sent, angels sweep the streets,
posture will be Therefore, it is not what we do that is important to us, but what attitude we take.
Are you doing God's work? We must be servants. Cutting down wood and water for the altar
Those who earn money are still in need a lot.
In God's precious work, high priests and priests are also needed, but they are required to perform such work.
We need more woodcutters and water drawers.
(6) There is also bitter contempt.
"Come up to me and help me. We struck Gibeon, for Gibeon made peace with Joshua...
"(Joshua 10:4). Because they made peace with Joshua, they were hated, and they were punished for his work.
He was hated because of it (John 15:19). For those who have made peace with Jesus, nothing is good right now. the world is the same
They still persecute and hate the Christ of God. But later Christ must be victorious
will do
Some people are despised by people for making peace with Christ. But
There is nothing to worry about or worry about such a thing. The Gibeonites would not hide it.
Rather, they rejoiced in it. But even now, I feel ashamed to be reconciled to God.
There are too many people hiding. This proves that the attitude of the people is wrong,
give.
(7) He gave strong protection.
When trouble and threats came, they sent to Joshua, saying, “Come up quickly to us, and we
rescue them” (Joshua 10:6). He can save them to the end. He who saves them
become their guardians. Aren't our saviors such a protector! The sun and the moon behind the Gibeonites
I will make them stand victorious. What blessings come to the believing Gibeonites! this
They found Joshua. And he made victory for them. They found him and he
welcomed him happily and protected him. Joshua made their enemies under their feet.
All.
Like the Gibeonites, the church of God is surrounded by enemies around it. but the savior
He, who is God and King, comes and saves them right away (v. 9). God's salvation is always swift and
agile Aren't your souls in peril like this city!
We must have an attitude of crying out to Christ who overcomes and conquers all things. These Gibeonites
Although they were strangers, they claimed the privileges of servants. Their petition is simple. "Help your servants
Drink slow and come quickly to us and rescue us” (Joshua 10:6).
Their petition was quickly answered. God will not avenge the chosen ones.
Is it (Luke 18:8).