Who Am I?
God asked us to drive out the Canaanites because of their moral corruption and evil ways of life
Israelites
What land were the Israelites entering in the book of Joshua?
Canaan, the Promised Land
-Sound the trumpets on the 7th day
-Bring the priests and the Ark of the Covenant
-Shout
What section of the Old Testament is the book of Joshua found in?
What did Rahab tie in her window to show the spies where she lived?
A scarlet cord
I am responsible for the victory of the Israelites
God
What body of water did the Israelites have to cross in order to enter into Canaan?
Jordan River
Who did the spies meet that helped them scout out the city of Jericho without being caught and captured?
Rahab
Why is it so significant that the Israelites are entering the Promised Land?
Because we are witnessing the fulfillment of the promise that God made to Abraham, that his numerous descendants would inherit the land of Canaan.
We carried the Ark of the Covenant and sounded the trumpets in the Battle of Jericho
Priests
We practiced child sacrifice and had become morally corrupt people
Canaanites
What agreement did Rahab and the spies make?
If Rahab hid them and did not tell the King where they were, they would spare her and her family during the Battle of Jericho
What is God really declaring war on in the book of Joshua?
Human evil
Why are the Israelites supposed to follow God's commands?
So that other nations can know what God is like and start a relationship with him
How do you know that all things are possible with God? Describe a story from the book of Joshua that supports this claim.
Discuss the battle of Jericho, when God makes the sun and moon stop to help the Israelites win the battle, Rahab repenting and becoming a part of the Israelite community, Jordan River parting, etc.
I betrayed my city in order to live out my faith
Rahab
What must Israel do in order to inherit the Promised Land & win their battles?
Trust God, obey him, and be patient
By having the Israelites march around the city of Jericho, what is God providing for the Canaanites?
An opportunity to believe in Him and turn to Him, just like Rahab did
Why is Rahab willing to hide the spies?
Because she has heard about God and believes in him, her faith gives her courage to trust them and in God
How are Joshua and Moses similar?
-Both lead the Israelites towards the Promised Land
-Both had a relationship with God
-Both crossed through bodies of water on dry ground
-Both encouraged the Israelites to obey the Torah
I am like a "New Moses" who led the Israelites into the Promised Land
Joshua
Compare/contrast the Red Sea crossing & the Jordan River crossing. You need to discuss at least 1 difference & 1 similarity.
Differences: When they cross the Red Sea, they are weak, afraid, and are being pursued by their enemies. When they cross the Jordan River, they are strong, empowered, and going to attack their enemies.
What is the point of the Battle of Jericho? Reference a specific element of the battle plan & how it strengthens the overall message of the Battle of Jericho.
Answers may vary, see Mrs. Shappley
Why are the Israelites driving the Canaanites out of the land?
Because of their moral corruption and their practice of child sacrifice
Defend the following statement about God's character with specific, scriptural details (evidence):
God is willing to choose you, a broken human being, to do incredible things.
He chose Rahab (broken), Abraham (broken), Isaac (broken), Jacob (broken), etc. not only to bring about his blessings to others but also to eventually bring Jesus to earth.