Defender, Protector, Provider (...
Defender, Protector, Provider (Joshua 5:1-9)
Emmaus Church Podcast by Anson McMahon & Emmaus Church Pastors
Nov 9, 2025
01:06:55
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Preacher: Anson McMahon

Summary

Why would God command the Israelites to perform a risky procedure right after they entered enemy territory?

This sermon dives into Joshua 5 to explore the command for circumcision as a profound act of obedience. Discover the critical difference between "worldly wisdom," which prioritizes immediate safety and logic, and "godly wisdom," which calls for radical faith in God's timing and protection.

The core message is a challenge to trust God's word, even when it seems costly or vulnerable, and to rely on Him as our ultimate defender, protector, and provider.

Key Points:

  • Worldly wisdom and godly wisdom are two very different things.
  • It is the responsibility of parents to prioritize the spiritual lives of their  ... 
Keywords
Emmaus Church
Faith
Obedience
Joshua
Godly Wisdom
Worldly Wisdom
Parenting
Promised Land
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