Joshua
This man became the leader of the Israelites after Moses
Who is Joshua
God chose Joshua to lead His people into the Promised Land after Moses died.
The people marched around this city for seven days.
What is Jericho
Jericho was a strong city with big walls, but God gave Israel victory in a special way.
God made this river stop flowing so the Israelites could walk through.
What is the Jordan River
When the priests stepped in, the water piled up and the people crossed on dry ground.
God led the Israelites into this special land flowing with milk and honey.
What is the Promised Land
It was the land God promised to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob long before.
God told Joshua, “I will never leave you or forsake you,” meaning He would always be _______.
What is “with you”
God promised Joshua that He would stay with him no matter what challenges he faced.
Got told Joshua to be strong and very _________.
What is courageous
God reminded Joshua many times not to be afraid because God would be with him.
These musical instruments were blown by priests before the walls fell
What are trumpets
The priests blew rams horn trumpets as part of Gods plan to defeat JerichoGod made these two things stand still so the Israelites could win a battle.
What are the sun and the moon
God stopped the sky so the day lasted longer, giving Israel time to win.
Joshua divided the land among these groups.
What are the 12 tribes of Israel
Each tribe received its own part of the country to live in.
God promised Israel that they would receive this special place He had prepared for them.
What is “the land”
God kept His promise to give the Israelites the Promised Land.
Joshua sent two of these to check out the city of Jericho.
What are spies
the spies secretly explored Jericho to see what the land and people were like.
The walls of Jericho did this after the people shouted.
What is fell down
When the people obeyed God and shouted, the strong walls collapsed.
The stones Joshua set up after crossing the Jordan were called this.
What are memorial stones
The stones helped remind the people—and their kids—how God helped them.
These safe towns were created for people who accidentally hurt someone.
What are cities of refuge
These cities protected people until they could have a fair trial.
Joshua did not have to be afraid because God promised to make him ________.
What is “strong”
God gave Joshua courage and strength to lead the people.
Joshua told the Pepe to follow this sacred object that led them across the Jordan river
What is the Ark of the Covenant
The ark showed God’s presence, and when the priests stepped into the river, the water stopped.
Rahab helped save the spies by hiding them under these bundles on her roof
What are flax stalks
Rahab trusted God and protected the spies by hiding them under drying plants on her rooftop.
God showed He was with the Israelites when this city’s walls fell.
What is Jericho
Jericho’s fall proved that God keeps His promises and fights for His people.
This tribe received no land as an inheritance because they served as priests.
Who are the Levites
The Levites served God in the Tabernacle and were given towns instead of large land areas.
Joshua reminded the people that every one of God’s _______ came true.
What are “promises”
God kept every single promise He made to the Israelites.
Joshua said “as for me and my house, we will serve _______”
Who is the Lord
Joshua reminded the people to choose to follow God faithfully every day.
Rahab tied this color cord in her window as a sign
What is red
The red cord showed the Israelite which house to protect when the city was taken.
When Joshua prayed, God made the day last longer so Israel could win at this battle.
What is the battle of Gibeon
This miracle helped Israel defeat their enemies who attacked Gibeon.
The Israelites had to trust God and be willing to do this to receive the land.
What is obey Him
God blessed the people when they followed His commands with faith.
God told Joshua He would help Israel win their battles because He would do this for them.
What is “fight for you”
God promised to protect His people and give them victory when they obeyed Him.