the curse of jericho

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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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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