Giants of Faith: Joshua and Caleb – November 22, 2025

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Caleb urges the Israelites to conquer Canaan despite ten spies claiming it's impossible.

The episode is a structured Bible study lesson from the Seventh-day Adventist Sabbath School Podcast for November 22, 2025. It begins with an opening prayer and introduction by Percy Harold, followed by Ryan Greenland reading the scripture passages. The lesson centers on Joshua and Caleb as giants of faith, starting with their roles as spies in Numbers 13. It details Caleb's positive report and the opposition from the other ten spies, leading to a threat of stoning. The narrative follows Caleb's faithfulness over 45 years, culminating in his request for Hebron at age 85. The episode explores the meaning of following God fully, using Hebrew phrases and biblical references. It then shifts to the power of example, showing how Caleb's daughter Aksah and son-in-law Othniel continue his legacy. Joshua's humility is highlighted through his choice of the leftover city Timnath-Serah as his inheritance. The lesson includes scientific insights on mirror neurons and quotes from Ellen G. White. It concludes with discussion questions and a modern missionary story about Kim Son in the Philippines.

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A careful study of Caleb's wholehearted faith and the action tied to claiming the Lord's promises.

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