How can we apply Rahab's example of faith in our daily lives? Rahab’s Rescue and Redemption “Joshua spared Rahab the prostitute, with her father’s household and all that belonged to her, because she hid the men whom Joshua had sent as spies to Jericho—and Rahab has lived among the Israelites to this day.” (Joshua 6:25) What Rahab Believed • God’s power is unrivaled (Joshua 2:9–11) • His judgment on sin is certain (Joshua 2:13) • His mercy is available to all who trust Him (Joshua 2:12) Faith Lessons for Daily Life Faith Looks Beyond the Walls • Rahab saw Jericho’s seemingly unbreakable walls for what they were—temporary. • Today: view every obstacle, diagnosis, or crisis through the lens of God’s sovereignty (2 Corinthians 4:18). Faith Acts, Not Merely Assents • Rahab hid the spies; she tied the scarlet cord; she gathered her family. • Today: put belief into motion—offer practical help, share the gospel, choose obedience when it costs (James 2:25; John 14:15). Faith Risks Reputation • Associating with Israel branded Rahab a traitor to Jericho but friend of God. • Today: endure misunderstanding for Scripture’s sake—whether on campus, at work, or online (Matthew 5:11–12). Faith Shelters Others • Rahab’s home became a refuge. • Today: open doors, tables, schedules, and hearts to protect the vulnerable (Hebrews 13:2). Faith Influences Family • She pleaded for her relatives and they were saved (Joshua 2:13; 6:23). • Today: pray for, disciple, and lovingly urge family members toward Christ (Acts 16:31). Faith Welcomes a New Identity • The label “prostitute” is eclipsed by her inclusion in Israel and in Messiah’s lineage (Matthew 1:5). • Today: accept the full, clean identity granted in Christ, refusing to live under past shame (2 Corinthians 5:17). Faith Embraces the Scarlet Cord • The cord pointed forward to Christ’s blood covering judgment. • Today: cling to the cross as the only hope for rescue, and hold it high for others to see (1 Peter 1:18–19). Daily Takeaways 1. Start each morning by naming walls you face, then deliberately trust God’s might over them. 2. Plan one concrete step that embodies your faith—send the note, make the apology, volunteer the hour. 3. Identify one person to shelter this week—spiritually, emotionally, or physically. 4. Share a testimony of your new identity in Christ with someone who still knows your “Jericho” past. 5. Keep the gospel visible—display a cross, verse card, or scarlet ribbon as a personal reminder of your rescue. Rahab’s story proves that courageous, risk-taking, sacrificial faith still moves God to deliver, transform, and welcome outsiders into His family today. |
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