God Defeated Jericho

By faith, Rahab believed God would win the battle. When the Israelites attacked Jericho, Rahab and her family received mercy and became part of God’s people. Jesus has won against sin and death. Everyone who trusts in Jesus receives mercy and becomes part of God’s family forever.

AT HOME FAMILY GUIDE

HOW TO GUIDE

• Why do you think God’s plan involved marching around the city so much, instead of just attacking right away?

• What are some things we can learn about God from Rahab’s story?

Mornings
Ask God to give you guidance as you interact with others, make choices, and follow Him. How does God give us instructions for living for Him? Why is it important for us to follow the instructions God gives through the Bible?

Evenings
Praise God for the mercy He showed Rahab through the Israelites and for the mercy He has shown through Jesus. How has Jesus shown mercy through Jesus? How does it feel to know God loves you and wants to save you?

For Fun...

1. If possible, go on a walk with your family each day this week. Consider walking around the block seven times on the seventh day. End the walk by singing praises to God. Discuss the Bible story, and ask your kids about the ways God showed His power and mercy.

2. Hold a competition to see who in your family can build the sturdiest tower using building blocks or construction bricks. Use books or weights to see whose structure can hold the most weight. As you build, discuss why only God could defeat Jericho. Then, read Matthew 1 to find Rahab in Jesus’ genealogy. Discuss how God used this event to save Rahab and how she became part of His story to bring Jesus as the Savior we need.

To Serve...

1. Contact an organization or ministry that supports children in foster care to see how your family can donate or serve with them. As a family, pray for the children in foster care to be loved and cared for. Thank God for His love through Jesus that makes it possible for anyone who believes to be welcomed into His family and loved forever.