Joshua Chapter 14 Summary
Land divided, the portion of Caleb.
Discussion Questions for Joshua, Chapter 14
- Verse 1 mentions that not only Joshua, but Eleazar the priest was involved in leading the people. How can this help us understand the need for multiple leaders in our communities today?
- Verse 4 mentions that the Levites receive no portion like the other tribes. How might this have made you feel if you were a Levite at this time? Would you have been more upset or have been more content? Explain why.
- What are some positives and negatives for the Levites who didn’t get a portion of land? Explain.
- Verse 4 doesn’t mention the reason the Levites don’t get a portion. Using other parts of scripture, explain God’s reasoning for commanding this. What was the desired effect this would have on the Levites?
- Why is the history recounted in verses 6–12 so important to Caleb? How is Caleb an example of remembering and hoping in God’s actions and promises today?
- What does verse 6 show us about the enduring authority of Moses? What does this teach us about prophecy?
- What does verse 7 teach us about doing God’s work even in old age?
- Where else is Caleb mentioned in the Bible? How do we see his faithfulness, and how can we follow his example?
- How does God show his faithfulness to Caleb? How is this a message for others as well?
- What can we learn from Caleb’s example of courage?
Key Words/Phrase
Divided (land), v. 5.
Characters
God, Joshua, Caleb, Eleazar.
Strong Verse(s)
10, 11, 12.