Becoming the Leader
Who became Israel’s leader after Moses died?
Joshua.
What river did Israel cross to enter the promised land?
The Jordan River.
Who hid the Israelite spies in Jericho?
Rahab.
Who secretly took forbidden treasures from Jericho?
Achan.
What did Joshua ask the Israelites to choose?
Whom they would serve.
What did the Lord repeatedly tell Joshua to be?
Strong and courageous.
Who stepped into the river first carrying the Ark of the Covenant?
The priests.
What did Rahab place in her window for protection?
A scarlet cord.
What city defeated Israel because of Achan’s disobedience?
Ai
What famous statement did Joshua make about his family?
“As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.”
What was Joshua commanded to study day and night?
The book of the law.
What happened to the waters of the Jordan River?
They stopped flowing so the people could cross on dry ground.
How many days did Israel march around Jericho?
Seven days.
What did Joshua do after Israel lost the battle at Ai?
He prayed to the Lord.
What did Joshua warn the people not to worship?
False gods or idols.
What promise did the Lord give Joshua wherever he went?
The Lord would be with him.
Why were twelve stones taken from the riverbed?
To make a memorial.
How many times did they march around the city on the seventh day?
Seven times.
What happened after Israel repented and obeyed the Lord?
They conquered Ai.
What does it mean to “cleave unto the Lord”?
To stay faithful and close to Him.
What land was Joshua leading Israel into?
The promised land.
What sacred object represented the presence of the Lord with Israel?
The Ark of the Covenant.
What happened after the people shouted and the trumpets sounded?
The walls of Jericho fell down.
What lesson do we learn from Achan’s story?
Our choices affect others.
What is the main theme of this week’s Come, Follow Me lesson?
eing strong, courageous, and obedient to the Lord.