Watts Chapel Missionary Baptist ChurchRev. Dr. Harry L. White, Jr., Senior Pastor

Biblical Literacy Project

Watts Chapel Missionary Baptist Church

Rev. Dr. Harry L. White, Jr., Senior Pastor

The Biblical Literacy Project

Bible Study QuestionsOctober and November

2018

Watts Chapel Missionary Baptist ChurchBible Study Discussion Questions

“The Biblical Literacy Project” – Rahab and The SpiesOctober 2-3, 2018

Read Joshua 2

1. At this point, how do you think Rahab related to God?

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2. Why did Rahab risk her own safety to provide safety for the spies?

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3. What was Rahab’s request of the spies?

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4. Why did God spare Rahab and her family? What can you do to help ensure the salvation of your family?

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5. What do you make of the New Testament’s affirmation of Rahab the prostitute? Read Hebrews 11:31, James 2:25.

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6. What causes you to believe in and respect God?

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“The Biblical Literacy Project” - Crossing the JordanOctober 9-10, 2018

Joshua 3:14-17 – Joshua 4:24

1. What does the ark signify? Why do they have to see the ark and keep their distance from it?

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2. What does Joshua’s call to consecrate yourselves mean?

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3. Why did God inaugurate Joshua’s ministry with a miracle?

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4. Why did Joshua setup a monument of 12 stones?

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5. What specific instructions was Joshua given by God? Why was obedience to God’s commands significant?

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6. What lessons do you see in Israel’s crossing of the Jordan?

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7. What are the greatest stones of memorial in your life?

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“The Biblical Literacy Project” - The Fall of JerichoOctober 16-17, 2018

Read Joshua 5:13-6:21

1. Who is the messenger in Joshua 5:13-15? What is meant by “take off your sandals”?

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2. What do you think the Israelites thought about Joshua’s battle plan?

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3. What was the purpose of the trumpet blast and the people’s shout?

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4. Why did God call for total destruction of Jericho?

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5. What walls or obstacles have you faced or are you facing in life? What lessons can you apply from this story in breaking down walls?

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6. What is meant by the “devoted things” and the prohibition?

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7. Read Hebrew 6:11-18; 10:36. How is the certainty of God’s promises described in scripture a source of assurance in your spiritual journey?

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“The Biblical Literacy Project” - Joshua’s Farewell to the LeadersOctober 23-24, 2018

Read Joshua 23

1. How do you think Joshua felt as he looked back over his life?

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2. How did Joshua feel about Israel’s future?

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3. What did Joshua want to share with the next generation?

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4. What encouragement or exhortations were given to the leaders? What were the conditions for remaining in the Promised Land?

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5. If you were Joshua, what about the past would you celebrate the most?

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6. How do you feel looking back over your life?

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7. Why is entering into covenant with God significant and something that should be taken seriously?

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Watts Chapel Missionary Baptist ChurchBible Study Discussion Questions

“The Biblical Literacy Project” - The Covenant Renewed at ShechemOctober 30-31, 2018

Read Joshua 24

1. Why did Joshua recount Israel’s history?

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2. Why were the Israelites given a choice about who to serve?

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3. Joshua reminded Israel of God’s faithfulness. How has God been faithful to you, your family, and your church?

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4. Joshua used a stone to remind Israel of their commitment to serve God. What reminds you of your decision to serve God?

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5. What other “gods” are you tempted to serve? When did you make the decision to serve God?

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6. Write a short prayer to God regarding his grace, love, compassion, forgiveness, commitment, worship, and authority.

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7. What have you found helpful in fulfilling your commitment to serve God?

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“The Biblical Literacy Project” - Israel Fights the Remaining CanaanitesNovember 6-7, 2018

Read Judges 1

1. How does the era of the Judges figure to be different than the era of the Israelites and Joshua?

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2. Why is Judah given the front line in the conquest?

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3. What three geographic regions did Judah advance in battle? How was, Othniel, a young leader used by God in spiritual battle?

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4. What lessons on prayer to God can you retrieve from Achsah’ approach and request of her father, Caleb?

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5. What do the incomplete victories by the tribes of Benjamin, Manasseh, Ephraim, Zebulun, Asher, Naphtali, and Dan represent about the people of God in spiritual battle?

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6. What should you and I do differently as children of God in spiritual battle that the tribes failed to do?

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7. Read Exodus 23:29-30 & Deuteronomy 7:22-24. Why do you think God gave victories little by little to the Israelites in the promise land? Why is this significant in your salvation journey?

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“The Biblical Literacy Project” - Israel Fights the Remaining CanaanitesNovember 13-14, 2018

Read Judges 4

1. What made Deborah exceptional? What were her leadership qualities?

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2. How do you think the men in Israel felt about having Deborah as a leader?

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3. What familiar cycle is repeated in this narrative?

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4. Under what circumstances do you drift from God and your relationship with God?

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5. In what ways have you experienced God’s deliverance?

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6. What is keeping you from realizing your potential?

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7. If you had Deborah’s confidence, what would you attempt to do?

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Watts Chapel Missionary Baptist ChurchBible Study Discussion Questions

“The Biblical Literacy Project” - Gideon November 20-21, 2018

Read Judges 6 – 7

1. How would you describe Gideon?

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2. Why was Gideon reluctant to embrace God’s instruction?

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3. Why do you think God was patient with Gideon requesting signs?

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4. What was strange and unique about God’s strategic military plan against the Midianites?

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5. What was God’s strategy for recruitment?

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6. Why did Israel win the battle?

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7. Currently, what is a battle you are fighting? How do you feel about letting God fight your battles?

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8. Why did Israel win the battle?

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“The Biblical Literacy Project” - Samson November 27-28, 2018

Read Judges 13, 16

1. Why do you think God blesses a barren couple with a special child?

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2. What was the purpose of Samson being a Nazarite?

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3. As a Nazarite, what was Samson’s call? How can you separate yourself from the world and set yourself apart for God?

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4. What was the secret of Samson’s strength?

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5. What was Samson’s downfall?

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6. What do you see as the most tragic thing and also the most redemptive thing about Samson’s life?

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