December 3rd, 2025
by Rev. Dr. Roger Clayton
by Rev. Dr. Roger Clayton
Promises Kept – Lesson #1
From Promise to Possession
Lesson Overview and Main Theme:
Opening Prayer and Warm up Question:
Reading the Scriptures:
Lesson and Discussion questions:
A. Genesis 12:1–9 — The Promise Given
B. Genesis 15:12–16 — The Promise Clarified
C. Joshua 1:1–9 — The Promise Reaffirmed to a New Generation
D. Joshua 11:16–23 — The Promise Fulfilled
Application of Lesson:
Closing:
Closing Thought
From Promise to Possession
Lesson Overview and Main Theme:
- This lesson explores the progression of God’s promise from Abraham to Joshua and helps to understand how God’s faithfulness encourages us today.
- God’s promises move from calling → waiting → obedience → fulfillment.
Opening Prayer and Warm up Question:
- “Have you ever waited a long time for something important? How did that process shape you?”
Reading the Scriptures:
- Genesis 12:1–9
- Genesis 15:12–16
- Joshua 1:1–9
- Joshua 11:16–23
Lesson and Discussion questions:
A. Genesis 12:1–9 — The Promise Given
Overview of Scripture:
- God’s relationship with Abram begins with a call.
- Abram must leave what is familiar before seeing the promise manifest.
- God promises land, descendants, and global blessing.
Key truth:
- God initiates His promises and invites us into trust.
Discussion Questions:
- What stands out to you about Abram’s initial call?
- What might God be asking you to “leave behind” in order to trust Him more?
B. Genesis 15:12–16 — The Promise Clarified
Overview of Scripture:
- God seals His covenant with a formal ceremony—He alone passes between the pieces (unilateral covenant).
- God gives Abram the timeline: 400 years of affliction before the promise is fulfilled.
- Delay serves both divine timing and divine justice.
Key truth:
- God’s promises can involve long waiting and deep challenges, but His timing is always purposeful.
Discussion Questions:
- Why do you think God revealed the long waiting period to Abram?
- How do you handle seasons when God’s promises seem delayed?
C. Joshua 1:1–9 — The Promise Reaffirmed to a New Generation
Overview of Scripture:
- After Moses’ death, God charges Joshua to lead Israel into Canaan.
- God restates the boundaries promised to Abraham.
- Strength and courage come through God’s presence and obedience to His Word.
Key truth:
- When God brings us to the edge of fulfillment, He calls us to courageous obedience.
Discussion Questions:
- What does courage look like in practical terms for a believer today?
- How can God’s Word help us remain strong and faithful during uncertain seasons?
D. Joshua 11:16–23 — The Promise Fulfilled
Overview of Scripture:
- Joshua leads Israel to take control of the major areas of the land.
- This required years of persistence.
- God gives rest in the land—fulfillment of what began in Genesis 12.
Key truth:
- God is faithful—His promises are kept even across generations.
Discussion Questions:
- Why is it important that fulfillment took time, effort, and partnership with God?
- Where can you see evidence of God fulfilling promises in your life or community?
Application of Lesson:
If you’re in a “call” season:
- Ask God where He is inviting you to trust Him more.
If you're in a “waiting” season:
- Practice thankfulness daily; list ways God is still at work.
If you’re in an “obedience” season:
- Identify one area where God’s Word is urging a specific action, and commit to follow through.
If you’re in a “fulfillment” season:
- Share a testimony with someone to encourage their faith.
Closing:
Invite the group to pray through these themes:
- Trust when God calls us into the unknown
- Patience in seasons of waiting
- Strength & courage to obey God’s Word
- Gratitude for God’s faithfulness across generations
Closing Thought
God’s timeline may stretch beyond our expectations, but His faithfulness never wavers. What He begins, He completes.
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