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April 15 (Joshua 1; Psalm 97; Acts 21)

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Through the ESV Bible in a Year with Jackie Hill Perry
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Apr 15, 2026
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Summary

A daily scripture reading covering the transition of leadership in Joshua, the sovereignty of God in the Psalms, and Paul's perilous journey in Acts. The readings explore themes of courage, divine justice, and the cost of discipleship.

Topics

  • Joshua
  • Psalms
  • Acts of the Apostles
  • Paul the Apostle
  • Scripture Reading
  • Biblical Leadership
  • Divine Sovereignty
  • Christian Martyrdom

Highlights

  • Main idea: True success comes from meditating on God's law and remaining courageous in the face of new leadership
  • Main idea: The sovereignty of God is established through righteousness and justice, causing the earth to tremble
  • Practical takeaway: Commitment to a mission often requires accepting personal hardship and the possibility of imprisonment
  • Failure mode: Misunderstanding religious zeal can lead to civil unrest and the persecution of leaders
  • Main idea: Faithfulness to God's word requires a steadfast heart that does not turn to the right or the left

Chapters

  1. 0:00 Joshua 1: Courage in Leadership: God commands Joshua to lead Israel across the Jordan, emphasizing the need for strength and adherence to the Law.
  2. 2:40 Psalm 97: The Reign of the Lord: A celebration of God's global sovereignty, His justice, and the trembling of the earth before His glory.
  3. 3:50 Acts 21: Paul's Journey and Warnings: Paul travels through various coastal cities, receiving warnings of impending imprisonment in Jerusalem.
  4. 5:20 The Resolve of Paul: Despite the weeping of his companions, Paul declares his readiness to die for the name of Jesus.
  5. 7:00 Conflict in the Temple: Accusations of defiling the temple lead to a violent riot and the seizure of Paul by the crowd.
  6. 8:20 Paul's Defense: Before the Roman tribune, Paul asserts his identity and seeks the opportunity to address the people.