THEME: Uncharted
SERIES: Courage
TITLE: Mulligan
Text: Joshua 7:1-8:29
I. THE ORIGIN FOR DEFEAT
The difference here was not military superiority. It was a case of (spiritual defeat), of misplaced confidence, of failing to (consult God) before moving forward.
Possible suggestions for defeat at Ai:
1) The Israelites were too (self-confident).
2) Lack of (prayer).
3) (Sin) in the camp.
Lesson for today: God takes (sin seriously), even though we may not.
II. THE RESTORATION FOR VICTORY
The reason for the defeat is found in verse 11.
What led to Achan’s disobedience?
1. Achan was (dissatisfied).
2. Achan (coveted) what was not his.
3. Achan (stole) the articles.
NEXT WEEK: Theme: Uncharted Series: Courage
Title: Sight-Walking
Scripture: Joshua 9:1-27
