In what ways can we apply Joshua 6:19's principles in our daily lives? “But all the silver and gold and the articles of bronze and iron are holy to the LORD; they must go into His treasury.” What Was Happening in Jericho - Israel’s first military step in the Promised Land - God demanded the precious metals be set apart for Him alone - The command underscored that victory, provision, and property belong to the LORD, not to the people who fought the battle Core Principles Gleaned from the Verse - God claims the first and the best (Exodus 23:19; Proverbs 3:9) - Obedience must precede personal gain (John 14:15) - Holiness is practical as well as spiritual—our possessions can be “holy to the LORD” - Stewardship is an act of worship (1 Chronicles 29:11–14) Bringing Those Principles into Everyday Life • Set Apart the “First Portion” – Budget so the first funds go to gospel work, not the leftovers (Malachi 3:10) – Give God the prime time of each day for Scripture and prayer, not the dregs of energy • Treat All Possessions as God’s Property – View the car, house, phone, and bank account as tools on loan for kingdom purposes – Ask, “How would the Owner want this used today?” (Psalm 24:1) • Guard Against Casual Compromise – Israel was to hand over every ounce of metal; partial obedience was disobedience – Resist the urge to keep “just a little” for self when God has made His will clear (Acts 5:1–4) • Practice Visible, Tangible Worship – Physical offerings remind hearts that worship costs something (2 Samuel 24:24) – Volunteer skills, donate possessions, open the home—give in ways that can be touched and counted • Celebrate God’s Ownership After Every Victory – When the promotion comes, dedicate the raise to God’s purposes before personal upgrades – When a goal is reached, publicly thank God and share a portion with others (Psalm 115:1) • Keep an Eternal Perspective on Material Wealth – Jericho’s gold went into God’s treasury, not into temporary tents – Invest in treasures that cannot be lost or stolen (Matthew 6:19–21) A Closing Picture to Carry Today Just as Israel marched into Jericho with trumpet blasts and walls falling, we walk into each new day with victories God secures. Setting aside the “silver and gold” of our lives—our best resources, time, and talents—proclaims that every triumph and treasure belongs to Him. |
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