Joshua

Author: Joshua

When It Happened: 1452–1420 BC

Chapters: 24

Key People: Joshua, Rahab

Summary: The people were prepared to enter the Promised Land. Moses had died, and Joshua was the new leader. The land would be theirs, as God had promised. But it would not be easy. The book of Joshua tells of the many battles against the wicked nations that were necessary in order to take the land.

It was clear after the first battle at Jericho that God would help them if they were obedient to Him and did what He commanded. Once the land was conquered, Joshua divided it among the tribes of Israel.

About God: God is powerful and sovereign. His strength and power will go before all who walk in His name.