Have I Not Commanded You | Part 2 | Joshua 2:1-24

Title: God's Radical Mercy: Rahab's Faith and the Conquest of Canaan

Sermon Summary: This sermon explores the story of Rahab in Joshua 2, emphasizing God's boundless mercy and justice. It addresses skeptics' concerns about the conquest of Canaan while highlighting God's faithfulness to His promises and His perfect justice. The sermon underscores the importance of siding with God, regardless of one's background, and how God's mercy extends to all who put their faith in Him. It draws parallels between Rahab's story and the Christian's need to take refuge in Christ's redemptive work.

Key Points:
- God's glory and deliverance have no boundaries
- The Lord's justice is perfect and is the standard of morality
- God's mercy does not miss anyone who seeks Him
- Rahab's faith in action and her confession of God's sovereignty
- The importance of anchoring hope in God's mercy
- The symbolism of the scarlet cord as a mark of redemption
- The invitation to side with Christ and take refuge under His blood

Scripture Reference:
- Joshua 2:1-24

Stories:
- The story of Rahab and the Israelite spies
- The parallel between the scarlet cord and the Passover blood on doorposts
- Brief mention of the Red Sea crossing and defeat of Amorite kings