MEMORY SCRIPTURE
Moses arose with his assistant Joshua, and Moses went up to the mountain of God.
(Exodus 24:13)
Moses taught Joshua to lead boldly, trust God, and follow His commands, ensuring God’s care for His people beyond just passing on leadership.
DEVOTIONAL BIBLE READINGS
Mon. 7: Moses Encourages Joshua (Deut. 31:7-8)
Tue. 8: Moses Inaugurates Joshua (Deut. 31:23)
Wed. 9: Moses: Joshua’s Mentor (Deut. 34:9)
Thur. 10: Joshua: Moses’s Successor (Jos. 1:1-9)
Fri. 11: Joshua’s Order Positively Responded To (Jos. 1:10-18)
Sat. 12: Joshua Sends Out The Spies (Jos. 2:1)
DEVOTIONAL THOUGHT
The impartation of authority and the spirit of wisdom are pivotal for reaching leadership goals and fulfilling destiny.
INTRODUCTION
TEXTUAL SOURCE: Exodus 17:8-16; 33:11; Deuteronomy 31: 7-8,23; Joshua 1:10; 6:1ff; 24:29-31
We give glory to our heavenly Father for the previous topic, “Joseph’s Preparation For Leadership Responsibilities.” May we receive grace to keep appropriating the lessons learnt in Jesus’ name.
The lesson for this week is titled, “Moses Prepares Joshua to Lead God’s People.” Moses played a pivotal role in guiding the Israelites through their journey from slavery in Egypt to the edge of the Promised Land. Alongside his own leadership competence, Moses also dedicated himself to prepare the next generation of leaders, particularly Joshua, to carry on the mantle ofleadership after him. Through a mentorship that spanned years oftrials and triumphs, Moses meticulously groomed Joshua, instilling in him the qualities and skills necessary to lead the Israelites into their destiny. This relationship between Moses and Joshua offers profound insights into the act of leadership development and succession planning, serving as timeless blueprint for preparing future leaders in any context.
This lesson will explore the ways in which Moses prepared Joshua for leadership, examining the principles, strategies, how Joshua eventually led the people, and lessons that continue to resonate and inspire leaders to this day.
LESSON OUTLINE
- JOSHUA PREPARES FOR LEADERSHIP
- JOSHUA LEADS GOD’S PEOPLE
LESSON EXPOSITION
JOSHUA PREPARES FOR LEADERSHIP (Exod. 17:8-16;33:11; Deut. 31:7-8,23)
And Moses said to Joshua, “Choose us some men and go out, fight with Amalek..”.
(Exod. 17:9)
a) 17:8-16: Joshua’s close association with Moses, as his assistant and mentee, was crucial in his preparation for leadership ( (cf. 24:13). This providedJ Joshua with first-hand experience in. leadership and exposed him to Moses relationship with God (cf.2 Kgs. 3:11).
b) During his time with Moses, Joshua faithfully obeyed God’s commands, carrying out tasks with unwavering loyalty to both God and. his leader- -the base ofhise character and leadership style.
c) He honed his military skills battling tribes like the Amalekites and the Midianites during the wilderness wanderings (Exod. 17:8-16; Num. 31), preparing him for1 leading the conquest of Canaan.
d) 33:11: His preparation also involved spiritual growth, spending time in God” S presence even after Moses had left, deepening his faith and strengthening his relationship with JEHOVAH, crucial for his leadership role.
e) Deut. 31:23: God chose Joshua to succeed Moses. This affirms his
e) calling and preparedness, and provides assurancec ofHis presencea and guidance in his leadership journey.
f) vv. 7-8: Both God and Moses provided boost and confirmation of Joshua’s leadership role: Moses publicly declared him as his successor and God promised to be with him as He was with Moses (Jos. 1:5).
JOSHUA LEADS GOD’S PEOPLE (Jos. 1:10; 6:1ff; 24:29-31)
Then Joshua commanded the officers of the people, saying…
(Jos. 1:10)
a) Joshua diligently sought and followed God’s guidance through prayer, seeking counsel from the priestly ephod and obeying instructions from Moses.
b) He showed courage and resolve in leading military campaigns, successfully conquering Canaan despite facing formidable enemies like those in Jericho and Ai (Jos.6-12).
c) 6:1ff Joshua demonstrated strategic thinking by devising plans based on God’ S instructions, such as the unique strategy to conquer Jericho.
d) He promoted unity among the tribes of Israel, ensuring fairness in the distribution of land and rallying them together for common purposes, fostering cohesion in the nation (chaps. 13-21).
e) He provided spiritual guidance, strongly stressing obedience to God’s laws and covenant, convening God’s people to reaffirm their commitment to the Lord (chaps. 23-24).
f) 24:29-31: Joshua led by personal example. He demonstrated his commitment to God and obedience to His commands. His faithfulness and devotion inspired the Israelites to follow his leadership.
LESSONS DERIVED
- To become a leader,you must. have been leds and discipled.
- Obedience to God’s commands i is ofthe essence when carrying out our leadership responsibilities.
QUESTIONS
- Significantly discuss Joshua’s preparation for leadership.
- Highlight Joshua’s leadership: strategies when leading God’s people.
