1. Keeping our spiritual direction in life (1-5)

It was time for the 2 1/2 tribes to return to their families. More than just building up their cities, they needed to keep their spiritual direction. Joshua reminded them of the importance of maintaining their relationship with God, which involved keeping the commands of God, loving and holding fast to him; obeying him and serving him wholeheartedly. Our relationship with the Lord must be our top priority in a world that competes for our attention.

2. God blessed them beyond measure (6-9)

They received Joshua's blessing as they set off to their homes. They acquired cities, livestock, precious metals, iron, and clothing. All this was plunder given to them by their gracious Lord.