David Jackman - Joshua: People of Gods Purpose

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Having been frustrated by so many learned Old Testament commentaries, which may be full of good scholarship but offer little help to preachers, it is a joy to recommend such a fine book, which is so clearly the work of someone who is a very fine preacher himself. It is marked by careful exegesis, which reveals the main thrust of Joshua as a whole and each major section without getting lost in unnecessary details. All the big questions the preacher and congregation will ask are addressed and there are excellent pointers to application. It provides fuel, not only for our preaching, but for our hearts and lives.

Vaughan Roberts, Rector of St Ebbes, Oxford, England; Director, The Proclamation Trust

Here is another excellent commentary, which combines great insights of exegesis, theology, relevance, and pastoral application. Every page is enriched by Davids extensive experience and wisdom in understanding and preaching the Bible. This commentary is ideal for those preparing to teach or preach the book of Joshua, and it is also invaluable for Christians who want to understand the book of Joshua and read it for personal encouragement. I praise God for Davids ministry.

Peter Adam, Vicar Emeritus, St Judes Church, Carlton, Australia; former Principal, Ridley College Melbourne; author; Speaking Gods Words: A Practical Theology of Preaching and The Message of Malachi

This is a fine addition to the Preaching the Word series. Jackman combines pastoral sensitivity, erudition, and an experienced feel for the text to give us a guide through the life-changing book of Joshua.

Josh Moody, Senior Pastor, College Church, Wheaton, Illinois; author, Journey to Joy: The Psalms of Ascent

As a seasoned pastor and trainer of preachers, David Jackman has a long history of handling Gods Word in ways that benefit the Church. This volume on Joshua only adds to his legacy of gospel usefulness. Davids presentation of the text is clear and accessible. And the road he paves to Christ and the gospel can be trusted. Get it!

David R. Helm, Pastor, Holy Trinity Church, Chicago; Chairman, The Charles Simeon Trust

JOSHUA

PREACHING THE WORD

Edited by R. Kent Hughes

Genesis | R. Kent Hughes

Exodus | Philip Graham Ryken

Leviticus | Kenneth A. Mathews

Numbers | Iain M. Duguid

Deuteronomy | Ajith Fernando

1 Samuel | John Woodhouse

Proverbs | Raymond C. Ortlund Jr.

Ecclesiastes | Philip Graham Ryken

Song of Solomon | Douglas Sean ODonnell

Isaiah | Raymond C. Ortlund Jr.

Jeremiah and Lamentations | Philip Graham Ryken

Daniel | Rodney D. Stortz

Matthew | Douglas Sean ODonnell

Mark | R. Kent Hughes

Luke | R. Kent Hughes

John | R. Kent Hughes

Acts | R. Kent Hughes

Romans | R. Kent Hughes

2 Corinthians | R. Kent Hughes

Galatians | Todd Wilson

Ephesians | R. Kent Hughes

Philippians, Colossians, and Philemon | R. Kent Hughes

12 Thessalonians | James H. Grant Jr.

12 Timothy and Titus | R. Kent Hughes and Bryan Chapell

Hebrews | R. Kent Hughes

James | R. Kent Hughes

12 Peter and Jude | David R. Helm

13 John | David L. Allen

Revelation | James M. Hamilton Jr.

The Sermon on the Mount | R. Kent Hughes

Joshua

Copyright 2014 by David Jackman

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Jackman, David.

Joshua : people of God's purpose / David Jackman.

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To

Ollie, Tom, Charlie, and Millie

Cling to the L ORD your God.

Joshua 23:8

Be strong and courageous, for you shall cause
this people to inherit the land that I swore to their
fathers to give them. Only be strong and very
courageous, being careful to do according to all
the law that Moses my servant commanded you.
Do not turn from it to the right hand or to the left,
that you may have good success wherever you go.
This Book of the Law shall not depart from your
mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night,
so that you may be careful to do according to all that
is written in it. For then you will make your way
prosperous, and then you will have good success.

JOSHUA 1:68

Contents

There are times when I am preaching that I have especially sensed the pleasure of God. I usually become aware of it through the unnatural silence. The ever-present coughing ceases, and the pews stop creaking, bringing an almost physical quiet to the sanctuarythrough which my words sail like arrows. I experience a heightened eloquence, so that the cadence and volume of my voice intensify the truth I am preaching.

There is nothing quite like itthe Holy Spirit filling ones sails, the sense of his pleasure, and the awareness that something is happening among ones hearers. This experience is, of course, not unique, for thousands of preachers have similar experiences, even greater ones.

What has happened when this takes place? How do we account for this sense of his smile? The answer for me has come from the ancient rhetorical categories of logos , ethos , and pathos .