Much of the OT contains Israel's blunders in their following of Yahweh (God). However, Joshua 22 carries with it a postive tone as this time Israel is found doing right in the Lord's eyes. In Joshua 23:14-16, we see a righteous man on his deathbed faithfully proclaiming the promises of God. "All of the promises of God find their Yes" in Christ (2 Corinthians 1:20). This positive tone continues on into Joshua 24 as when given the choice to follow the Lord or not, Israel responds 3x that they will obey their God (v. 18, 21, 24). Unfortunately, just like Peter, we will soon see Israel turn back on their allegiance. It seems that Joshua knew his people better than they knew themselves and in his anticpiation of their backsliding, he gave them a warning (v. 19-20).
Luke is known for including more details in his writing than the other gospel writers. We see this in Luke 3:1-2. This attention to detail only helps to autheticate the validity of the Bible. How does John prepare the way for Jesus? He calls for a baptism or repentance (v. 3), uses past prophecy about Jesus (v. 4-6), gives a warning (v. 7-9), tells the people to do that which is right (v. 10-14), and gives exhortations while preaching the gospel (v. 15-18). Not only did John baptize Jesus, but the Father and the Holy Spirit appear at His baptism to authenticate John's message (v. 22).
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