Joshua was old now. God had given the people their new land, with houses, farms, and vineyards.
Joshua gathered everyone together. “Remember everything God did for us! Now you must choose. Will you follow God or not?”
Joshua said, “As for me and my family, we will serve the LORD!” And the people said, “We will serve the LORD too!”
Key Verse
But as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.Joshua 24:15, ESV
Talk About It
What does it mean for our family to serve the LORD?
Story Questions
What did Joshua ask the people to choose?
Whom they would serve
What did Joshua say about his family?
We will serve the LORD
What did Joshua set up as a reminder?
A large stone
Try This Today
Write “As for me and my house, we will serve the LORD” on a card and put it by your front door.
Pray Together
God, our family chooses to follow you. Help us serve you every day. Amen.