Part 1: A New Leader for a New Chapter

Joshua 1

After Moses passed away, it was time for a new leader to guide the Israelites. God chose Joshua, who had been a loyal and faithful servant throughout the wilderness journey. God encouraged Joshua to be strong and brave, promising to be with him just like He had been with Moses. He also reminded Joshua to always follow His teachings and to think about His words day and night. Filled with hope and trust in God's guidance, Joshua got the Israelites ready for the big task ahead: claiming the Promised Land.

Part 2: The Story of the Scarlet Cord

Joshua 2

Before crossing the Jordan River, Joshua sent two spies to learn about Jericho, a strong city with tall walls. Pretending to be travelers, the spies entered the city and found help from a kind woman named Rahab. She hid them from the city guards, and in return, the spies promised to protect her and her family when the Israelites attacked. Rahab tied a scarlet cord to her window as a signal, and the spies returned safely to Joshua with valuable information about Jericho.

Part 3: The Battle Plan Revealed

Joshua 6

When the time came to conquer Jericho, God gave Joshua a surprising plan. Instead of using weapons or a battering ram, the Israelites would march around the city once a day for six days. On the seventh day, they would march around the city seven times, the priests would blow their trumpets, and the people would shout with all their might. It seemed like an unusual strategy, but Joshua trusted in God's wisdom.

Part 4: The Walls of Jericho Tumble Down

Joshua 6:15-27

The Israelites followed God's instructions, marching around Jericho and trusting in His plan. On the seventh day, after they had marched around the city seven times, the priests blew their trumpets, and the people shouted with all their might. Suddenly, the walls of Jericho crumbled and fell to the ground! With the walls down, the Israelites rushed in and captured the city. They remembered their promise to Rahab and saved her and her family. Once again, God had proven His faithfulness, and the Israelites celebrated their first victory in the Promised Land.The story of Joshua and the Battle of Jericho teaches us about the importance of trusting in God's plan, even if His doesn’t make sense to us. Through faith and obedience, the Israelites experienced an incredible victory and the power of God's love.