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An unlikely ally

 [WOMEN in the Old Testament] 

RAHAB: An unlikely ally_ 

Joshua 2; 6:15-25_ 

 
Have you ever felt like you’re living in enemy territory? 
Some people go around hoping no one will suspect they are Christians. 
Because it costs to identify yourself with the people of God. 

[Group discussion starer] “Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see.” The writer of Hebrews gives this definition of faith. 
What is your definition of faith? 

What risks are involved in faith? 

 

After the death of Moses, God told Joshua to take the land of Canaan. The major cities of Canaan were, in reality, small kingdoms, each ruled by a local king. The invasion point was in the plains of Moab on the far side of the Jordan. 
Joshua sent out a reconnaissance mission to spy out their first target... the city of Jericho. God had already prepared the heart of one woman in that city who became famous for her good deeds, her faith and her willingness to ally herself with God’s people... 

 
[Read Joshua 2] 

 

Why do you think the spies chose Rahab’s house? 
 

 

What words would you use to describe Rahab? 
 

 

Why do you think Rahab risked her life for these two strangers? 
 

 

In verses 9-11, what did Rahab believe about God? 
 

How is what we know about God related to taking risks for our faith? 

How would the agreement, that Rahab made with the men, test her faith? 
 

 

[Read Joshua 6:15-25] 

 

What steps were taken to honour the oath made to Rahab? 

How was God’s reputation on the line? 
 

 

[Activity] Read what’s said about Rahab in Hebrews 11:31 and James 2:25. 
Of all the women in the Old Testament, why do you think that she is singled out for special attention? 

 
 
 

 

 

 

Rahab is also mentioned in Matthew 1:5. 
What were the far-reaching effects of Rahab’s decision to ally herself with God’s people? 
 

 

What kinds of people can God use to accomplish God’s purposes? 
 

 

What risk is God calling you to take?  

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