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Ruth isn’t just a book about a single girl getting a husband. In this bonus episode, Emma Dotter is joined by faithful Watermark staff member, Kimberly McNiece to unpack how much we can learn from just 4 chapters and point out some misconceptions we may have about the book of Ruth.    Additional Resources:     Check out Join the Journey’s Daily Devotionals & Discussion Questions by following t...

Ever go through a period where you feel like God is silent? In this episode, Emma Dotter and Brad Gaultney take us through Judges 21, explaining how they had bad solution to a bad problem that was a result of bad decisions.    Check out Join the Journey’s Daily Devotionals & Discussion Questions by following this link: https://www.jointhejourney.com/    Here is Brad’s devotional: https://www.j...

A civil war? What does that mean for us today? In this episode, Emma Dotter leads us through Judges 20, asking us how we respond to injustice and tragedy.    Scriptures referenced in today’s episode:  Judges 1:1 – The tribes inquired of Yahweh    Check out Join the Journey’s Daily Devotionals & Discussion Questions by following this link: https://www.jointhejourney.com/     Grab a NEW Join The...

Parental Advisory: This episode covers rape, abuse, and graphic violence toward women.     How do we deal with hard topics, like abuse and rape, in the Bible? In this episode, Emma Dotter and Jennifer Collins walk us through Judges 19, discussing the tragedy that comes when we stop looking at other humans like they have inherent value from God.    Check out Join the Journey’s Daily Devotionals &am...

 What can we learn from a random story in the middle of Judges? In this episode, Emma Dotter and Ally Brannan lead us through Judges 17-18, emphasizing the deadliness of sin.     Check out Join the Journey’s Daily Devotionals & Discussion Questions by following this link: https://www.jointhejourney.com/     Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14?c...

Are there any gifts the Lord has given you that aren’t being put to use? In this episode, Emma Dotter and Rhodes Hamilton take us through Judges 16. From this chapter, we are convicted to steward our gifts from the Lord well, rather than taking it for granted.     Check out Join the Journey’s Daily Devotionals & Discussion Questions by following this link: https://www.jointhejourney.com/     G...

How do we know if something is from God? In this episode, Emma Dotter and Jessica Lewis walk us through Judges 14-15, pointing us to the reminder that God can use our failures to point to His grace and is capable of redeeming anything.    Check out Join the Journey’s Daily Devotionals & Discussion Questions by following this link: https://www.jointhejourney.com/     Grab a NEW Join The Journey...

 What is the importance of Samson being set apart? In this episode, Emma Dotter and Junior Ruiz lead us through Judges 13, focusing on the motivation behind living differently.    Scriptures referenced in today’s episode:  Numbers 6 – The Nazarite Vow  Romans 12:1 – Offer your body as a living sacrifice    Check out Join the Journey’s Daily Devotionals & Discussion Questions by following this...

What is the value in fully understanding God’s character? In this episode, Emma Dotter and Amanda Manville take us through Judges 12, reminding us the importance in pausing and listening to God before acting rashly.    Scriptures referenced in today’s episode:  Judges 8:1-3 – The men of Ephraim  James 1:19 – Be quick to listen and slow to anger      Check out Join the Journey’s Daily Devotionals &...

Why did Jephthah make this vow? And how does this show a misunderstanding of God’s character? In this episode, Emma Dotter and Ann Holford lead us through Judges 10-11, reminding us that God uses those who have been rejected to further His purposes.      Check out Join the Journey’s Daily Devotionals & Discussion Questions by following this link: https://www.jointhejourney.com/     Grab a NEW...

Did you read Judges 9 and think that it stands out like a sore thumb? In this episode, Emma Dotter and Garrett Wikle go over Judges 9, and why it’s important to not get caught up about things that don’t matter as much while reading the Bible.     Scriptures referenced in today’s episode:     Judges 21:25: And all they did which was right in their own eyes    Check out Join the Journey’s Daily Devo...

What can we learn from Gideon’s life? In this episode, Emma Dotter is joined by elder Kyle Thompson, and they walk us through Judges 7-8. These chapters point to how crucial faithfulness is in leading others, and what it means in our lives.    Scriptures referenced in today’s episode:     Exodus 14:14: The Lord will fight for us!  Psalm 90:10: Our days may come to seventy years  1 Thessalonians 5:...

Why is Gideon doing all this stuff? In this episode, Emma Dotter leads us through Judges 6, explaining the difference between arrogant self-deprecation and true humility.    Scriptures referenced in today’s episode:  Exodus 29:38-41 – God’s description of when burnt offerings were to be prepared  Ephesians 2:10 – God has prepares us in advance    Check out Join the Journey’s Daily Devotionals &amp...

How can we use our specific gifts to serve the Lord? In this episode, Emma Dotter and Emily Hope take us through Judges 4-5, emphasizing what we can learn from Deborah’s leadership.    Check out Join the Journey’s Daily Devotionals & Discussion Questions by following this link: https://www.jointhejourney.com/     Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_...

How can we trust the Lord when He takes us from victory to a place of weeping? In this episode, Emma Dotter and Patrick Seegers walk us through Judges 2-3. They pause and discuss Gilgal and Bochim, teaching us about the cultural and symbolic significance of the two places. Scriptures referenced in today’s episode:   Joshua 4: Remember the stones of what the Lord has done Joshua 5:2-9: The creation...

Why did Judah invite Simeon after God explicitly asked him to go? In this episode, Emma Dotter and Chris Henschen take us through Judges 1. From this chapter, we are reminded of the importance in following God, even when we don’t want to. Check out Join the Journey’s Daily Devotionals & Discussion Questions by following this link: https://www.jointhejourney.com/ Grab a NEW Join The Journey Jou...

Wait… but doesn’t God forgive everything? In this episode, Emma Dotter and Lydia Volz take us through Joshua 24, focusing in on verse 19 and that although we are under the new covenant, we are still similar to the Israelites in many ways. Scriptures referenced in today’s episode:   Deuteronomy 28: Do right, be blessed. Do wrong, be cursed. Check out Join the Journey’s Daily Devotionals & Discu...

Isn’t obedience just strict rule following? What motivates your behaviors? In this episode, Emma Dotter leads us through Joshua 23. It’s important to remember that bad decisions can lead to big consequences! Scriptures referenced in today’s episode: Joshua 1:8 – Success comes from meditating on God’s word! Check out Join the Journey’s Daily Devotionals & Discussion Questions by following this...

Are you building an altar or a witness? In this episode, Emma Dotter and AC Bradley take us through Joshua 22. From their teaching on this chapter, we learn the importance of hearing people out before accusing and making an assumption. Scriptures referenced in today’s episode:   Proverbs 18:13: Giving an answer before listening is folly Deuteronomy 6: The importance of knowing the Word of God Chec...

What is the purpose of the cities of refuge described in Joshua? Today, Emma Dotter and Alex Arze take us through Joshua 20-21, showing us God’s way of enacting justice through the law and his people while also forgiving and redeeming. Check out Join the Journey’s Daily Devotionals & Discussion Questions by following this link: https://www.jointhejourney.com/ Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journa...

What can we learn from descriptions of the tribes’ inheritances? In this episode, Emma Dotter and Shane Rasch take us through Joshua 19, specifically discussing the inheritances of Dan and Joshua, each portraying God’s faithfulness deserving of our praise.    Scriptures referenced in today’s episode:  Judges 18: Dan searches for another land    Check out Join the Journey’s Daily Devotionals &...

Does saying “I’ll do it later” even matter that much? And does God really need my active participation? In this episode, Emma Dotter takes us through Joshua 18, showing us how delay leads to complacency and sin, impacting others.  Scriptures referenced in today’s episode: Acts 1:12-26 – Casting lots Joshua 9:14 – The Israelites failed to consult the Lord Ephesians 1 – God gives us gifts! Matthew 1...

How are the people you surround yourself with influencing you? In this episode, Emma Dotter leads us through Joshua 16-17, focusing on the consequences that come with partial, instead of full, obedience.  Scriptures referenced in today’s episode: Numbers 27:1-11: Zelophehad’s daughters 1 Corinthians 15:33: Bad company corrupts good morals James 3:1-12: Our words matter Judges 2:17: The Israelites...

What do Israel’s boundaries teach us about God’s character? In this episode, Emma Dotter leads us through Joshua 15, specifically teaching us that when the boundary lines aren’t clear, confusion ensues.  Scriptures referenced in today’s episode: Isaiah 55:8: God’s ways are not our ways Romans 8:11: God’s spirit is within you! Check out Join the Journey’s Daily Devotionals & Discussion Question...

 Are you willing to endure to continue in faithfulness? In this episode, Emma Dotter and Chuck Adair lead us through Joshua 14, specifically focusing on how age has nothing to do with faithfulness.        Check out Join the Journey’s Daily Devotionals & Discussion Questions by following this link: https://www.jointhejourney.com/     Grab a Join The Journey Journal: https://www.amazon.com/Genes...