Joshua and the Flow of Biblical History

The book of Joshua brings to life real history during thecrucial period of transition for the Israelites as they followGod's direction and settle in the promised land. Israel neededdiscipline in light of their newfound freedom. They faced theresponsibility of living as a covenant people while adapting tochange. Joshua describes the historic shift from the revelation ofGod's promises to their realization. God's care of his peoplebecomes obvious, and their struggle with disobedience, selfishness,and fear is very human. Francis Schaeffer's thoughts on the book of Joshua show readersthe historic, spiritual, and intellectual nourishment available forthe Christian life through the examples of Joshua and his fellowIsraelites. In the book of Joshua, Schaeffer finds that God revealshis sorrow over human sin, as well as his gracious love for hispeople. This is as true for us as it was for those in Joshua'stime. This study of the settling of Israel will inspire readers tosee the hand of God present in all of history, including today.Schaeffer, Francis A. is the author of 'Joshua and the Flow of Biblical History', published 2004 under ISBN 9781581345209 and ISBN 1581345208.