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13: Choose this Day! — It is Written — Discussions with the Author
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Heaven’s song on that holy night still echoes today: peace on earth. Source: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/jzoZLTrmfGI
Wednesday: The Dangers of Idolatry
Daily Lesson for Wednesday 24th of December 2025
Read Joshua 24:22-24. Why would Joshua need to repeat his appeal to the Israelites to get rid of their idols?
The threat of idolatry is not a theoretical one. Earlier, on the plains of Moab, in a similar context, Moses asked for the same decision (Deuteronomy 30:19-20). The gods that are in view now are not the ones of Egypt or those beyond the river, but they are found “among them.” Therefore, Joshua pleads with his people to incline their hearts to the Lord.
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The Hebrew term used here, natah, means “to stretch,” “to bend.” It describes a God who is expected to bend down and listen to prayers (2 Kings 19:16; Psalms 31:2-3; Daniel 9:18), and it is also the attitude required of Israel later by the prophets (Isaiah 55:3, Jeremiah 7:24). It is employed to indicate the apostasy of Solomon when his heart inclined toward foreign gods (1 Kings 11:2,4,9). The sinful human heart does not have the natural tendency to bend and listen to God’s voice. It takes conscious decisions on our part to incline it toward fulfilling God’s will.
The Israelites’ answer literally reads: “We will listen to His voice.” This expression emphasizes the relational aspect of obedience. Israel is not asked to routinely follow lifeless rules. The covenant is about a living relationship with the Lord, which cannot be fully expressed by mere regulations. Israel’s religion was never intended to be legalistic; rather, it was to be a constant conversation in faith and love with a holy and merciful Savior.
Even after the people’s threefold promise to serve the Lord, which implies, as Joshua commanded, the removal of foreign gods from among them, there is no report that it actually happened. Throughout the entire book, it became customary to report on the fulfillment of Joshua’s commands (or those of Moses) as examples of obedience. The lack of it now at the end of the book leaves the plea of Joshua open-ended. The central appeal of the book to serve the Lord is not only for Joshua’s generation but also for each new generation of God’s people who would read or hear this message.
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How often have you promised the Lord you would do something, but then you didn’t? Why didn’t you? What does your answer tell you about grace? |
God First: Your Daily Prayer Meeting #1224
Bible verse of the day: “Lamentations 3:25 – "The Lord is good to those whose hope is in him, to the one who seeks him." Welcome to our Daily Prayer Meeting! This is a safe space where you are seen, heard, and prayed for. Start your day in God's presence—every day at 8AM ET, we share a short devotional from God's Word and lift your prayer requests to Him. You're not alone! Our prayer team is here to intercede with you and for you. Whether you need prayer, celebrate a breakthrough, or start your day with Jesus, you're in the right place. Share your prayer requests or testimonies of praise here: https://wkf.ms/3DBuapQ Engage with us in the comments:
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• What are you thankful for? How has God answered your prayers? Let’s grow together in faith, hope, and love—one prayer at a time. Don’t forget to subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss a prayer. 🔔 Share this video with someone who needs hope or tag a loved one who needs encouragement today. Today’s Message: Pr Joel Sarmiento The Seventh-day Adventist Church has been an established denomination since 1863. It is a global Christian family with over 21 million members who hold the Bible as the ultimate authority. We are believers committed to helping people understand the Bible to find freedom, healing, and hope in Jesus. Want to learn more about the Seventh-day Adventist Church? Visit our website at: https://www.adventist.org/ Find us on social media by following the links below:
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From Prison Cells to Pulpits
Through total member involvement, Adventist World Radio is equipping believers to preach, baptize and disciple across nations—even within maximum security prisons. From thousands baptized in Africa to transformed lives behind bars, the gospel continues to advance where hope once seemed impossible. Watch the entire story titled “Miracles in Motion” here: https://youtube.com/watch?v=H5TOHExq3F0&t=4s Support AWR’s radio broadcasts at https://awr.is/broadcast today. #AWR360 #BroadcastToBaptism MB01Q44LHXE3AAI Source: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/mMMWe7m_iZ8
Salmi 147:3 – Apri la porta del tuo cuore
“Egli guarisce chi ha il cuore spezzato e fascia le loro piaghe”. 📖 Salmi 147:3
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💌 Apri la porta del tuo cuore
🗣 Speaker: Elisa Ghiuzan Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9_H9RusrGVE
God First: Your Daily Prayer Meeting #1223
Bible verse of the day: Colossians 4:2 – "Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful." Welcome to our Daily Prayer Meeting! This is a safe space where you are seen, heard, and prayed for. Start your day in God's presence—every day at 8AM ET, we share a short devotional from God's Word and lift your prayer requests to Him. You're not alone! Our prayer team is here to intercede with you and for you. Whether you need prayer, celebrate a breakthrough, or start your day with Jesus, you're in the right place. Share your prayer requests or testimonies of praise here: https://wkf.ms/3DBuapQ Engage with us in the comments:
• How can we pray for you today?
• Where are you watching from?
• What are you thankful for? How has God answered your prayers?
Let’s grow together in faith, hope, and love—one prayer at a time. Don’t forget to subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss a prayer. 🔔 Share this video with someone who needs hope or tag a loved one who needs encouragement today. Today’s Message: Pr. Joel Sarmiento The Seventh-day Adventist Church has been an established denomination since 1863. It is a global Christian family with over 21 million members who hold the Bible as the ultimate authority. We are believers committed to helping people understand the Bible to find freedom, healing, and hope in Jesus. Want to learn more about the Seventh-day Adventist Church? Visit our website at: https://www.adventist.org/ Find us on social media by following the links below:
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Watch our full playlist of daily prayer videos here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-k2Gb-DBYo–V8axD7iFUL6TFEckrhxv&si=vIljgfwrSZN6iJR2 Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AZO0d3P0vyo
Estudiante del Newbold College obtiene el segundo lugar en premio internacional de predicación
Mia Orgla ha sido recientemente galardonada con el segundo puesto en el premio internacional Haddon W. Robinson Biblical Preaching Award, otorgado por la Evangelical Homiletics Society (EHS). Orgla es estudiante de Máster en Teología en la escuela adventista Newbold College, con sede en Bracknell, Inglaterra. Su sermón premiado, titulado «A Case for Compassion» (Un caso […] Source: https://atoday.org/un-estudiante-del-newbold-college-obtiene-el-segundo-puesto-en-un-premio-internacional-de-predicacion/
Moses: Somebody, or Nobody?
Millennials, you may feel like life is almost over, but you've only lived as long as Moses wandered the desert! God did so much in that time, and He still has work to do in each of us. Let's see what God can make of us. Comment "LET'S SEE." Source: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/ttJW7g8qUzI
13: Choose this Day! — Hope Sabbath School Video Discussion
View an in-depth discussion of Choose this Day! in the Hope Sabbath School class led by Pastor Derek Morris.
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