# April 18 (Joshua 8–9; Psalm 100; Acts 24–25)

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Podcast: [Through the ESV Bible in a Year with Jackie Hill Perry](https://stenobird.com/podcast/through-the-esv-bible-in-a-year-with-jackie-hill-perry-6726996)
Published: 2026-04-18T07:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.esv.org/Joshua8–9;Psalm100;Acts24–25/
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## Resource

A deep dive into the themes of divine strategy, the consequences of deception, and the integrity of faith. This reading explores the tension between human planning and seeking God's counsel through the lenses of Joshua, the Psalms, and the trials of Paul.

## Highlights
- Failure mode: The danger of making significant covenants without seeking counsel from the Lord
- Main idea: The contrast between the strategic victory at Ai and the deceptive peace with Gibeon
- Practical takeaway: Maintaining a clear conscience toward both God and man, even under legal scrutiny
- Thematic tension: The intersection of divine sovereignty and human agency in historical conflicts
- Lesson: The enduring nature of God's steadfast love as expressed in the Psalms

## Topics

Joshua, Acts of the Apostles, Psalms, Biblical History, Christianity, Divine Providence, Legal Defense, Old Testament, New Testament

## Chapters
- 1:00 — The Ambush at Ai: Joshua implements a strategic ambush to capture the city of Ai, following divine instruction.
- 6:20 — The Gibeonite Deception: The inhabitants of Gibeon use worn-out provisions to trick Israel into a peace treaty without consulting God.
- 9:40 — A Psalm of Thanksgiving: A call to enter God's presence with praise, recognizing Him as the Creator and Shepherd.
- 10:30 — Paul's Defense in Caesarea: The accusations against Paul and his defense of his conduct before Roman officials.
- 12:50 — The Appeal to Caesar: Paul refuses to be sent to Jerusalem for trial, instead exercising his right to appeal to the Emperor.
- 16:50 — The Trial Before Agrippa: The complexities of Roman legal custom and the lack of definite charges presented during Paul's hearing.

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