Objective: This sermon trio is a call to action for the church of Jesus Christ to be fishers of men (Mark 1:17) and not aquarium keepers.

The Scarlet Thread in the Window

Joshua 2:15-21 NLT… Then, since Rahab’s house was built into the town wall, she let them down by a rope through the window. 16 “Escape to the hill country,” she told them. “Hide there for three days from the men searching for you. Then, when they have returned, you can go on your way.”

17 Before they left, the men told her, “We will be bound by the oath we have taken only if you follow these instructions. 18 When we come into the land, you must leave this scarlet rope hanging from the window through which you let us down. And all your family members—your father, mother, brothers, and all your relatives—must be here inside the house. 19 If they go out into the street and are killed, it will not be our fault. But if anyone lays a hand on people inside this house, we will accept the responsibility for their death. 20 If you betray us, however, we are not bound by this oath in any way.” 21 “I accept your terms,” she replied. And she sent them on their way, leaving the scarlet rope hanging from the window.

Introduction: The Hebrew Bible is filled with stories of external judgment and internal grace.

Transition: The well fortified city of Jericho is the second of three military conquests, necessary to Israel’s possession of the promised land.

Exposition: A prostitute helped God’s people and was saved…

-Divine help comes through human hands.

-Human Hands have deep flaws.

-Deep flaws can’t stop God’s grace. Reference Matthew 1:5

Conclusion: Rahab understood that salvation is not only meant to be secured, but it must be shared!