Israel Crosses the Jordan River — Joshua 3

Perhaps the greatest miracle in the Book of Joshua is when the Israelites cross the Jordan River in Joshua 3. And in today’s episode, we’ll be looking at this story in detail and finding some practical truths that we can apply to our lives.Hey! I’m David Cipriano, and I’m a youth pastor who wants to help others follow Jesus.Follow me on Instagram, TikTok, and Threads: @itsdavidciprianoFollow me on X: @itsdavidcip0:00 Intro, context, and reading the text5:23 The commands for the people6:14 Submissively follow the ark of the covenant.12:08 Sanctify yourselves.15:34 Step into the Jordan River.16:48 Faith is taking the first step, even when you don’t see the whole staircase.18:42 Faith always has an action.20:15 The confidence of the people21:33 Their faith for the unbelievable miracle of crossing the Jordan25:20 Their faith for upcoming events in the conquest of Canaan27:16 Israel crosses the Jordan River.29:50 Crossing the Jordan River was a huge step of faith.31:32 Lessons about faith from crossing the Jordan RiverBible passages used in this episode:Joshua 3:1-17, Joshua 1:2, Psalm 66:18, James 4:8, Isaiah 1:15-16, Hebrews 11:4, Hebrews 11:7, Hebrews 11:17, Hebrews 11:27, Matthew 9:27-30, Deuteronomy 6:22-23All verses are in the King James Version (KJV).I’m a brand ambassador for Elevated Faith! Buy clothing that helps you share the gospel, and save 15% with my ambassador link!https://elevatedfaith.com/discount/DCipriano1555