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12: God is Faithful — Teaching Plan

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Key Thought: Joshua, near the end of his life, glances back at the victories of Israel, but at the same time, the path of future success for the Israelites.
December 20, 2025

1. Have a volunteer read Joshua 23:1-5.

  1. Ask class members to share a short thought on what the most important point is in this passage.
  2. What are the major focal points of Joshua’s introduction?
  3. Personal Application: With so many promises before us, why is it so easy to sin? Share your thoughts.
  4. Case Study: One of your relatives states, “If Israel conquered Canaan. Is it possible for Christians to conquer sin in their lives?” How would you respond to your relative?

2. Have a volunteer read Joshua 23:6-8. 12-13.

  1. Ask class members to share a thought on what the most important point in this text is.
  2. Why did Joshua take such a strong stand concerning Israel’s relations with the surrounding nations?
  3. Personal Application: How can we find a balanced relationship with the society surrounding us? Share your thoughts.
  4. Case Study: One of your friends states, “Is it possible for a Christian to be true to God and still be friends with the world and comfortable with the society they live in? How can we live a holy life in an unholy and anti-Christian society?.” How would you respond to your friend?

3. Have a volunteer read Joshua 23:15,16.

  1. Ask class members to share a short thought on what the most important point in this text is.
  2. How should we interpret God’s wrath and justice in Joshua?
  3. Personal Application: How do you respond when things don’t go the way you hoped for and prayed for when claimed promises are met with silence?. Share your thoughts.
  4. Case Study: One of your neighbors states, “How can you present the wrath of God as part of good news? Why aren’t we supposed to fear God because we aren’t living the way He wants us to? Doesn’t His wrath go against sin?” How would you respond to your neighbor?

4. Have a volunteer read Joshua 23:11 and Deuteronomy 6:5.

  1. Ask class members to share a thought on what the most important point in this text is.
  2. Joshua tells Israel to love the Lord your God, and love can’t be forced. So in what sense can love be commanded?
  3. Personal Application: How can you share God’s love with others? How can we show our love for God? Share your thoughts.
  4. Case Study: Think of one person who needs to hear a message from this week’s lesson. Tell the class what you plan to do this week to share with them.

(Truth that is not lived, that is not imparted, loses its life-giving power, its healing virtue. Its blessings can be retained only as it is shared. ”Ministry of Healing, p. 148).

Source: https://ssnet.org/blog/12-god-is-faithful-teaching-plan/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=12-god-is-faithful-teaching-plan

God First: Your Daily Prayer Meeting #1216

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Bible verse of the day: Jeremiah 29:12 – "Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you." 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
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Marco 6:31 – Apri la porta del tuo cuore

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“Venitevene ora in disparte, in un luogo solitario, e riposatevi un poco”. 📖 Marco 6:31
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💌 Apri la porta del tuo cuore
🗣 Speaker: Elisa Ghiuzan Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OGbcl_4vvrw

El adventismo para hoy y el mañana

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Durante 50 años, el adventismo progresista se ha destacado por su investigación, crítica y déconstrucción. Pero no basta con señalar los problemas. En Adventist Today creemos que es hora de que el adventismo progresista avance, lo que significa imaginar un futuro positivo para nuestra querida iglesia: una visión del adventismo para hoy y para mañana. […] Source: https://atoday.org/el-adventismo-para-hoy-y-el-manana/

Jesus, Light in the Dark

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Jesus said, “You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven" (Matthew 5:14-16, NIV). We are light because He says so, and because it's His light that shines through us. Save this post as a reminder. Source: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/7vDZ4sPUOx4

His Blood Gave Us Life

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His blood gave us eternal hope. ❤️ Reflect on Jesus’ sacrifice and share this message with someone who needs to remember His love. Source: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/8kG09QYN1WY

Comments of the Week December 8-14

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Comments of the Week December 8-14 “Maybe they can drop 25,000 copies of TGC out of a helicopter over a small town?” –Robert Thomas on What’s Our Marketing Strategy? Comments on The Myth of Good Christian Parenting, Newbold College Student Earns Second Place in an International Preaching Award, Should Preachers Quote Ellen White?, and Aunty, […] Source: https://atoday.org/comments-of-the-week-dec8-14/

Monday: A Sign of Concern

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Daily Lesson for Monday 15th of December 2025

The glorious conclusion of the whole section (Joshua 21:43-45) carries within it the fulfilled condition of obedience. Success is never to be taken for granted; it is always linked to obedience to God’s Word. Thus, the allotment of the land, besides being the token of God’s faithfulness to Israel (Nehemiah 9:8), creates space for an open-ended future development based on Israel’s attitude. Will Israel be able to secure what has been achieved?

Read Joshua 23:1-5. What are the major focal points of Joshua’s introduction?
Large 3D text of the word \"promise\" on a landscape background with a man climbing on the letters.

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Joshua’s speech moves from the old and aged speaker (emphasized twice) to the audience who will have to carry on the mission entrusted to them by God. He describes how the conquest of the land was possible: the Lord fought for them. Even though, because of their unfaithfulness and disbelief, the Israelites had to be involved in warfare after the Exodus, it was not through their military power but through God’s intervention that they managed to possess the land.

God has given rest to Israel from its enemies, but there are some nations left that still have to be dispossessed. Victory is not an accomplished, unchangeable reality for Israel but an ever-present possibility by constant reliance in faithfulness on God’s available help.

What are the similarities between how the Israelites conquered Canaan under Joshua’s leadership and the way Christians today can live a victorious spiritual life? (Read Joshua 23:10, Colossians 2:15, 2 Corinthians 10:3-5, and Ephesians 6:11-18.)

The victories of the Israelites could not be attributed to their strength and strategy. Similarly, spiritual victory over sin and temptation have been secured through the sacrifice and resurrection of Jesus Christ, but God’s people today must constantly rely on the spiritual supplies provided by the Holy Spirit in order to live a triumphant life.

With so many wonderful promises before us, why do we still find it so easy to sin?

<–Sunday Tuesday–>

Source: https://ssnet.org/blog/25d-12-a-sign-of-concern/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=25d-12-a-sign-of-concern

The Gospel of Great Joy | Regie Samuel

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The Gospel of Great Joy — Regie Samuel THANK YOU for your continued financial support of our Media Ministries. Please donate by visiting "https://adventistgiving.org/#/org/ANB4RC/envelope/start" and select “Media Ministries”. Connect With Us
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God First: Your Daily Prayer Meeting #1215

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Bible verse of the day: Psalm 145:19 – "He fulfills the desires of those who fear him; he hears their cry and saves them." 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: Jefferson Nascimento 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 GodFirst, DailyPrayer, PrayerMeeting, ChristianPrayer, MorningDevotional, HopeInJesus, BibleVerseOfTheDay, PrayerRequest, FaithCommunity, SeventhDayAdventist Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GMwmf_mRbnU

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