"Why do you think God chose to defeat Jericho this way?"
“Do not be afraid! Don’t be discouraged by this mighty army, for the battle is not yours, but God’s.” 2 Chronicles 20:15
1. What’s your favorite part of the video? What’s one thing you learned from it?
2. If you were Joshua leading an army into battle, what instructions would you give the soldiers to ensure a successful mission?
3. What was the name of the town the Israelites needed to conquer?
4. What did God tell Joshua and his men to do? How many times were they supposed to march around the city?
5. Read John 14:27. These are Jesus’ words to us. What do you think peace of mind and heart means? Why don’t we need to be afraid?
6. How will you apply this lesson to your life this week?
FALL OF JERICHO TRUMPET CRAFT
Instructions:
Take a piece of paper. Create and design your own trumpet. Be creative with how to fold/cut the paper and in creating a cool color scheme using crayons.
As they work, read the story from Joshua 6:1-5. Remind the kids that we will win the battles of life when we trust in God’s plan.
Supplies needed: White paper, Crayons, Scissors, Tape, Staplers
The Fall of Jericho
October 2, 2022
What Does Jesus Say About Kids?
October 30, 2022
What is the attitude Jesus likes? Mark 10:14 "Let the children come to me. Don’t stop them! For the Kingdom of God belongs to those who are like these children”. "Jesus thinks that kids are SUPER important" 1. What’s your favorite part of the video? What’s one thing you learned from it? 2. Share a time you felt ignored. How did that feel? Share a time you felt important? How did that feel? 3. Why did the disciples get mad? What was Jesus’ response? 4. Why do you think Jesus likes the attitude of a kid better than an adult? 5. Read Ephesians 2:8-9. What gift did Jesus give us? Why can’t we brag about ourselves? 6. How will you apply this lesson to your life this week?
Gideon Gets It
October 23, 2022
Why did God choose a weak guy like Gideon? Judges 7:20 “A sword for the Lord and for Gideon! Psalm 27:14 “Wait patiently for the Lord. Be brave and courageous. With God on your side, you can win any battle! 1. What’s your favorite part of the video? What’s one thing you learned from it? 2. Share a time you had to do something hard or scary. 3. Who was Gideon and why was he confused that God had chosen him? 4. What did God do to Gideon’s army? What happened in the battle with the Midianites? 5. Read John 16:33. Why will we have troubles in this life? Why don’t we need to be afraid? 6. How will you apply this lesson to your life this week?
Deborah gets the Credit
October 16, 2022
Judges 5:2 “Israel’s leaders took charge, and the people gladly followed. Praise the Lord!” Psalm 27:14 “Wait patiently for the Lord. Be brave and courageous 1. What’s your favorite part of the video? What’s one thing you learned from it? 2. Who is the strongest and bravest woman you know? Explain. 3. Who was Deborah and what was her job? 4. Who did Deborah get credit for defeating? 5. Read 1 Timothy 4:12. God can use anyone He wants in powerful ways. What does this verse say about young people like you? How can you be a good representative of God in your life? 6. How will you apply this lesson to your life this week?" Instructions: ● Hand out a half piece of construction paper and a Deborah template. ● Have the kids color Deborah and the palm tree. Have them cut out each item. Then have them glue all the items onto their construction paper in the following order: ● Deborah: Prophet and Judge at the top ● Palm Tree in the middle and Deborah sitting under the tree ● Big Idea and memory verse at the bottom of the paper. ● As they work, read part of Deborah’s story from Judges 4:1-9. Remind the kids that God chose Deborah to lead the people to victory even though women weren’t seen as leaders back then. God wants to use young people, too! Supplies needed: Construction paper (cut into 1/2 sheets, 1 per kid), Deborah template, Scissors, Crayons, Glue