Achan's Hidden Sin
Understand that disobedience has consequences
Learn about the importance of following God's instructions
Develop empathy for how sin affects a whole community
“But the children of Israel committed a trespass concerning the devoted things; for Achan, the son of Carmi, the son of Zabdi, the son of Zerah, of the tribe of Judah, took of the devoted things. So Yahweh's anger burned against the children of Israel.”
— Joshua 7:1-5 (WEB)Demonstrates how one person's sin can impact an entire community
Today's BibleMouse lesson continues our adventure with Joshua and the Israelites after their amazing victory at Jericho!
In our last lesson, we learned how God helped the Israelites win at Jericho. Now, they were ready to take a small city called Ai. But something unexpected happened!
Act out the story of the battle using toy soldiers, showing how the Israelites were surprised and sad
Simpler: Use fewer soldiers and simplify movements
Challenge: Have child narrate the story while acting
Sometimes things don't go the way we expect, but God is always in control
Dear God, help us to always trust and obey You, even when things seem difficult.
Coming up: Tomorrow, we'll learn why the Israelites lost the battle!
“But as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord.”
— Joshua 24:15 (WEB)🎯 Activity: Create a family poster with the verse, letting child decorate and practice writing key words
This lesson introduces the concept of corporate consequences in biblical narrative
Children might find it hard to understand how one person's actions can affect everyone
Child's understanding of obedience and community