· Scripture is set in history. These are real stories, real people, and real places. It is not a fairy tale. (Joshua 15)
· If your daughter is beautiful, men will go to war for her. (Joshua 15)
· When God blesses, there is plenty for everybody. (Joshua 16)
· Conquering is the easy part. The real work is building the community. (Joshua 18)
· Build systems of grace. Freely give others a second chance. (Joshua 20)
· The Lord keeps his promises. He is faithful. (Joshua 21)
· “Love the Lord you God, walk in obedience to him, keep his commands, hold fast to him, serve him with all your heart and with all your soul.” (Joshua 22)· Do not expect the worst of others. Listen first. Be slow to anger, slow to react. (Joshua 22)
· If we obey Him, the Lord will fight for us. (Joshua 23)
· God is the hero. (Joshua 23)
· Do not turn away from Him. (Joshua 23)
· Remember the story of what God has done for you. Tell it to you children. (Joshua 24)
· What are your foreign gods? Throw them away. (Joshua 24)
· Joshua did well. What a great leader. (Joshua 24)
· The Lord will not break his promises. We are the variable not him. (Judges 2)
· Pass on what you know to the next generation. These transitions are critical. (Judges 2)
· The faithfulness of one person can cover the sin of many. (Judges 2)
· Conflict will make you stronger if you trust God. (Judges 3)