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The Curse Of JerichoThe Curse Of JerichoJosh 6:26 1 Kings 16:34Josh 6:26 1 Kings 16:34
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The Curse Of JerichoThe Curse Of JerichoJosh 6:26 1 Kings 16:34Josh 6:26 1 Kings 16:34The Curse Of Jericho
The Curse Of Jericho
Josh 6:261 Kings 16:34
Josh 6:261 Kings 16:34
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Ignorance Is Dangerous Over 500 years separated Joshua & Hiel
Jericho’s battle fought around 1300 B.C. Hiel’s efforts occurred in 9th century B.C. Some might give Hiel a “pass” because of
the passage of time
Yet, Bethel & Jericho only 13 miles apart
Ignorance Is Dangerous Over 500 years separated Joshua & Hiel
Jericho’s battle fought around 1300 B.C. Hiel’s efforts occurred in 9th century B.C. Some might give Hiel a “pass” because of
the passage of time
Yet, Bethel & Jericho only 13 miles apart
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Ignorance Is Dangerous Most likely, Hiel loved his children…yet, he
chose to ignore this curse Illustrates most people are “ignorant” God will hold people accountable
2 Chron 15:3 Hos 4:1, 6 6:6 Those in ignorance can’t lead others to God
Mt 15:14
Ignorance Is Dangerous Most likely, Hiel loved his children…yet, he
chose to ignore this curse Illustrates most people are “ignorant” God will hold people accountable
2 Chron 15:3 Hos 4:1, 6 6:6 Those in ignorance can’t lead others to God
Mt 15:14
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Ignorance Is Dangerous “Diligent knowledge” always overcomes
“careless ignorance” 2 Tim 2:15 Acts 17:11
Ignorance Is Dangerous “Diligent knowledge” always overcomes
“careless ignorance” 2 Tim 2:15 Acts 17:11
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Evil Influences Are Destructive Hiel is primarily responsible for his actions Yet, through one’s influence, others can
be led astray Mt 18:6-7 When Hiel rebuilt Jericho, Ahab was king
in Israel 1 Kings 16:33-34 “…in his days” a reference to Ahab
Evil Influences Are Destructive Hiel is primarily responsible for his actions Yet, through one’s influence, others can
be led astray Mt 18:6-7 When Hiel rebuilt Jericho, Ahab was king
in Israel 1 Kings 16:33-34 “…in his days” a reference to Ahab
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Evil Influences Are Destructive When Hiel rebuilt Jericho, Ahab was king
in Israel 1 Kings 16:33-34 Ahab = “exceedingly wicked”
Hiel was from Bethel 1 Kings 12:29 Most likely…also influenced by Jeroboam Hiel had been led in a certain direction
Evil Influences Are Destructive When Hiel rebuilt Jericho, Ahab was king
in Israel 1 Kings 16:33-34 Ahab = “exceedingly wicked”
Hiel was from Bethel 1 Kings 12:29 Most likely…also influenced by Jeroboam Hiel had been led in a certain direction
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Evil Influences Are Destructive One would think after Hiel lost his 1st born,
he would have stopped rebuilding Jericho Illustrates the power of unbelief…especially
when led astray cp. Lk 23:35-37, 39
Hiel returned to work after burying his 1st born only to bury his youngest son
Evil Influences Are Destructive One would think after Hiel lost his 1st born,
he would have stopped rebuilding Jericho Illustrates the power of unbelief…especially
when led astray cp. Lk 23:35-37, 39
Hiel returned to work after burying his 1st born only to bury his youngest son
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Evil Influences Are Destructive How corruptive evil companions are !!
1 Cor 15:33
Evil Influences Are Destructive How corruptive evil companions are !!
1 Cor 15:33
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God’s Word Is Unfailing Most impressive in all this story It always stands true…will be vindicated
Isa 55:10-11 Hiel should have known that if God said it,
it would happen Time passing doesn’t matter 2 Pet 3:3-8
God’s Word Is Unfailing Most impressive in all this story It always stands true…will be vindicated
Isa 55:10-11 Hiel should have known that if God said it,
it would happen Time passing doesn’t matter 2 Pet 3:3-8
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God’s Word Is Unfailing Hiel should have known that if God said it,
it would happen His word doesn’t pass away Mt 24:35 What has gone forth from the Lord’s lips will
not be altered Psa 89:34
God’s Word Is Unfailing Hiel should have known that if God said it,
it would happen His word doesn’t pass away Mt 24:35 What has gone forth from the Lord’s lips will
not be altered Psa 89:34
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Conclusion Israel stood in Jericho’s ashes Josh 6:24
They had marched, blown, and shouted They had taken the city successfully All except Achan had obeyed the Lord
God had 1 more command…
Conclusion Israel stood in Jericho’s ashes Josh 6:24
They had marched, blown, and shouted They had taken the city successfully All except Achan had obeyed the Lord
God had 1 more command…
Jericho was not to be rebuilt
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Conclusion We are quick to take comfort in rewards
God promises for faithfulness We also need to not ignore warnings He
promises for disobedience God is not a man that lies Num 23:19 His character has 2 “sides” Rom 11:22
Conclusion We are quick to take comfort in rewards
God promises for faithfulness We also need to not ignore warnings He
promises for disobedience God is not a man that lies Num 23:19 His character has 2 “sides” Rom 11:22
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Conclusion We need to beware the actions of Hiel…
lest we also fall under the “curse” Gal 1:6-9
Conclusion We need to beware the actions of Hiel…
lest we also fall under the “curse” Gal 1:6-9
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