Joshua

Jesus, The Angel of the LORD Before Balaam & Joshua

by William Stewart
May 1, 2022February 11, 2026
Finding Jesus in the Old Testament, Jesus

Series: Finding Jesus in the Old Testament #6
Jesus is God – the Angel of the LORD

Standing Before Balaam

In Numbers 22, Balak (king of Moab) sent messengers to Balaam (prophet of God) asking him to curse the people of Israel, for they had settled near him and were too mighty for him (v 5-6). Balaam inquired of the LORD and was told that he should not go with Balak’s men, nor should he curse the people, for they were blessed (Numbers 22:12; cf. Genesis 12:3).

Joshua: Conquest of the land of Canaan

by William Stewart
February 9, 2020March 13, 2026
Bible Overview

Joshua – Bible Overview

The book of Joshua is the first of the history books in the Old Testament. It is named for Joshua the son of Nun, who led Israel after Moses’ death. His name means “Yahweh is deliverance,” and is the Hebrew name for Jesus (Gr. iesous).

Joshua and the 12 Jordan Stones | Answering the Atheist

by William Stewart
January 23, 2011March 3, 2026
Answering The Atheist

Inquiry:

Did Joshua remove the twelve stones from the Jordan River? Joshua 4:20 says that he took them to Gilgal, but Joshua 4:9 says they are still there. Is there a contradiction?

Who killed king Jabin and when? | Answering the Atheist

by William Stewart
February 14, 2010February 18, 2026
Answering The Atheist

Inquiry:

When was king Jabin killed? Was he killed by Joshua (Joshua 11:1, 10-11) or was it 120 years after Joshua’s death (Judges 1:1; 3:11, 30; 4:2, 24)? Is there a contradiction?