Joshua - Chapter-2

Chapter Summary

Rahab and the Jericho spies.

Discussion Questions for Joshua, Chapter 2

  1. Look at Hebrews 11:31. How does this help us get at the moral of the story of Joshua 2 and what is its modern day relevance?
  2. Do you think Rahab was justified in lying in this passage? Why or why not?
  3. Why do you think the spies went to Rahab's house, given her profession? What are the possible answers and what support is there for the different options?
  4. What do we learn about God's concern for foreigners in this passage? How could we apply this today?
  5. How do we see God at work beginning to defeat Jericho? What does this teach us about his power and our confidence in him?
  6. How is Rahab an example of faith for believers today? What are some areas where the lesson could apply?
  7. What does this chapter teach us about fear of God? How can believers apply this today? Is this something you practice in your own life?
  8. How do we see Rahab care for and save her family? Have you ever experienced something similar? How is this an example for people today?
  9. How does verse 24 show us the moral of this story? How can we apply this moral in our own lives?
  10. Verse 10 mentions the Exodus story. What are similarities between that story and this story? How are both applicable to our relationship with God today?

Key Words/Phrase

Spies, v. 1. 18, 24.

Characters

Joshua, two spies, Rahab, king of Jericho.

Strong Verse(s)

18, 24.