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There are so many wonderful and challenging lessons we can learn from the successes and failures of the Israelites as they entered the Promised Land.<\/p>\n<p>In the last chapter, which we will reach at Easter time, Joshua makes this bold declaration of commitment to the Lord: \u2018But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord,\u2019 (Joshua 24:15).<\/p>\n<p>In response to Joshua\u2019s words, the nation replies with this clear proclamation of commitment:<br \/>\n\u201cThe Lord our God we will serve, and his voice we will obey,\u201d Joshua 24:24.<\/p>\n<p>These words would make a great motto for our church family as we move forward in the rest of this year as followers of Christ. Think of the spiritual impact it would have on our church and Carrickfergus if we all committed ourselves to serving the Lord and obeying Him.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Over the past few months, we have been studying the book of Joshua on Sunday mornings. 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