Unshakeable Faith - Joshua 14:6-12

Caleb was one of the twelve spies Moses sent into Canaan. Caleb stood beside Joshua to proclaim his confidence that the LORD would give the Israelites victory. God promised Caleb a special place in Canaan because of this faith.

Now, forty-five years later, Caleb stepped up to remind Joshua of the LORD'S promise and to claim his land. Notice, he didn't ask Joshua for the lush land in the valley; he asked for the hill country that was populated by a race of people described as giants, descended from Anak. At eighty-five years of age, Caleb was still faithful, feisty, and prepared for battle.

Icebreaker: What are some of your favorite holiday traditions from childhood?

Discussion Questions:
1. Read Joshua 1:8 God gave Joshua and the Israelites a strategy for successful living. He told them to read, meditate, and be obedient to His Word consistently and continually. What are some hindrances for you in this area? Name some ways we can encourage one another to be consistent in reading and learning God’s Word?

2. Read Joshua 14:9-12. Caleb was given the promise of a wonderful inheritance from God. How can you stand on God’s promises during times of adversity? Share a time when God’s promise/promises became tangible in your life.

3. Read Hebrews 11:1 and 11:6. Faith treats the things we hope for as a fact and places confidence in what has been promised for the future. Faith is a major factor in pleasing God. Where do you sense God asking you to take a step of faith? What is a hindrance to acting in faith?

4. Read Ephesians 6:16. The enemy will send flaming darts your way when you are required to move forward in faith. The shield of faith works most effectively in the community. Who can you ask to help you? Why do you think it’s important to stay connected to a biblical community?

Key Takeaway: What an example Caleb has set for us! We are never too old to trust God for great victories and to act out of our faith. Nor should we be shy about claiming God's promises.

Homework: Read and meditate on God’s Promise in Romans 8:37-39. Read Joshua 17:14-18 for the upcoming lesson.