House of Shame to Hall of Faith

Joshua 2

Our past can sometimes leave us feeling unworthy, overlooked, or convinced that God could never use someone like us. But God's grace is greater than our mistakes and His plans are bigger than our circumstances. No matter where we've been or what our story looks like, God meets us right where we are and loves us too much to leave us there. Through His grace, He offers us a new beginning and invites us into a life of purpose. Our past doesn't have to define our future, and when we choose to trust God, He can do more through our lives than we ever imagined.

1. What was your favorite part or favorite verse in the sermon? Why?

2. Please share a story about yourself or someone you know who had an inauspicious beginning but a great ending. What made the difference?

3. Read Exodus 14:21-31. How did the crossing of the Red Sea impact the world?

       a. What impactful events do you remember from 40 years ago (1986)?

              i. Why was it impactful? How did it change your worldview?

4. How do you know God is faithful?

5. How do you know God is powerful?

6. How do you know God is sovereign?

7. Rahab knows judgement is coming, she knows the Caananites can't save themselves, and that their only hope is God's mercy. How does this parallel the gospel?

8. How did God meet you where you were at?

9. Pastor Luke said that hanging the scarlet cord mirrored the Passover. Read Exodus 12:7, 11-13 & Joshua 2:17-19. What parallels do you see between the two stories?

10. Why do we seem to trust God less when we have access to more information? Read Hebrews 11:1.