PowerXpress Joshua Leads the People Unit : and 48 similar items

After Moses died, God chose Joshua to lead the Israelites across the Jordan River into the Promised Land. Joshua trusted God's promise to be with him, and we can trust God's promise to be with us wherever we go. Bible Verse: "I hereby command you: Be strong and courageous; do not be frightened or dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go." (Joshua 1:9) Bible Story Reference: Joshua 1; 3; 4; 6 Objectives Children will: Learn about Joshua, whom God chose to follow Moses as the leader of the Israelite people Hear the story of Joshua leading the Israelites across the Jordan River into the Promised Land Compare the crossing of the Jordan River to the earlier crossing of the Red Sea Explore the history and culture of the time, including the Israelites' understanding of war Explore the concept that God is present with us at all times Consider how we are called to serve and obey God Eight lesson plans allow children to experience the unit theme using art, music, storytelling, video, computer, science, cooking, and games.