Rahab
What did Rahab put in her window to show the Israelites that they must not attack her and her family?
She put a red (scarlet) cord in her window.
Why did Joshua send two spies into the land?
He sent them to scout out the land before attacking it; to see what they should expect when they went into the land to attack.
In whom did the spies place their trust?
The spies placed their trust in God.
What does "trusting in" mean?
"Trusting in" means putting your confidence in, or depending upon someone or something.
How are people saved?
We are saved by faith- trusting in God for our salvation; trusting in Jesus for paying the penalty of our sins; receiving Jesus Christ as our Savior and Lord.
What made Rahab believe God was the real God?
She knew all that He had done for the Israelites.
Who helped the spies?
Rahab helped hide the spies.
In whom did Rahab choose to place her trust?
Rahab trusted in the God of the Israelites.
What does it mean to have courage?
Courage means doing what is right even in a difficult situation.
How do we know that God wants all people to be saved?
He wants all people to be saved because He created people to live with Him in loving relationship, and man can't do that when they are separated from God.
Where did Rahab and her family go once they were rescued?
They went to the Israelites' camp to live with them.
Where were the spies hidden?
The spies were hidden on the roof of Rahab's house.
What did the people of Jericho choose to place their trust in to keep them safe?
They trusted in their high, fortified walls.
Saved means forgiven for your sins and given eternal life with God.
How does living in light of eternity help us be courageous?
It helps us be courageous because we know we are living for God and what is important.
What did Rahab hide the spies underneath?
Rahab hid the spies underneath flax (grain).
What did Rahab ask the spies to do in exchange for her help?
Rahab asked them to promise to be kind and keep her and her family safe when the Israelites attacked Jericho.
What kinds of things do many children trust in (or depend upon) other than God?
They trust in themselves, popularity, being strong, being smart, being the oldest, etc.
What does "living in light of eternity" mean?
It means living for what is important and will last for eternity- God, people, and what is good.
Even if others in the world are trusting in something else, in whom should we trust to be most secure?
We should trust in God.
Who was Rahab's great-great grandson, who would later become a king?
Rahab's great-great grandson was King David.
How did the spies escape once the gate to the city was closed?
The spies escaped using a rope that Rahab let down from her window. Her house was in the wall of the city.
Why is it wise to trust in God?
God is trustworthy.
What does trustworthy mean?
Trustworthy means able to be trusted.
How long did the spies wait in the hills before going back to Joshua and the Israelites?
The spies waited in the hills for three days.