Bible Stories 101 - the Old Testament
Big Idea
God is so powerful, He created everything in existence out of nothing!
Bible Verses
Genesis 1:1 - In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.
Genesis 1:31 - God saw all what he had made, and it was very good.
Big Idea
Studying God's Word will help us to obey and avoid temptation.
Bible Verses
Romans 3:23 - For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.
Genesis 9:9-12 - But the Lord God called to the man, “Where are you?” He answered, “I heard you in the garden, and I was afraid because I was naked; so I hid.
Big Idea
We should give God our best, with a happy heart, because we love Him.
Bible Verses
1 John 4:19 - We love because He first loved us.
Genesis 4:2 - Now Abel kept flocks, and Cain worked the soil.
Big Idea
God delivers the faithful from His judgement.
Bible Verses
Genesis 6:9 - Noah was a righteous man, blameless in his generation. Noah walked with God.
Genesis 9:1 - And God blessed Noah and his sons and said to them, “Be fruitful and multiply and fill the earth."
Big Idea
We should recognize our dependence on God and be thankful for Him.
Bible Verses
Philippians 4:13 - I can do all things through him who strengthens me.
Genesis 11:9 - Therefore its name was called Babel, because there the Lord confused the language of all the earth. And from there the Lord dispersed them over the face of all the earth.
Big Idea
A life of solid faith in God is build on trust & obedience.
Bible Verses
Genesis 15:6 - And he believed the Lord, and he counted it to him as righteousness.
Genesis 22:18 - “And in your offspring shall all the nations of the earth be blessed, because you have obeyed my voice."
Big Idea
If we wrestle with right and wrong, we should turn to God for answers.
Bible Verses
Genesis 32:26 - I will not let you go unless you bless me.
Genesis 32:28 - Then he said, “Your name shall no longer be called Jacob, but Israel, for you have striven with God and with men, and have prevailed.
Big Idea
God helps us in hard times and works them for our good.
Bible Verses
Romans 8:25 - And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.
Genesis 37:24 - And they took him and threw him into the cistern. The cistern was empty; there was no water in it.
Big Idea
No matter how difficult the circumstances we face our God is mighty to save!
The rewards of following God are far greater than anything the world has to offer!
Bible Verses
Exodus 2:10 - When the child grew older, she brought him to Pharaoh’s daughter, and he became her son. She named him Moses, “Because,” she said, “I drew him out of the water."
Hebrews 11:23 - By faith Moses, when he was born, was hidden for three months by his parents, because they saw that the child was beautiful, and they were not afraid of the king’s edict.
Hebrews 11:24-25 - By faith Moses, when he was grown up, refused to be called the son of Pharaoh’s daughter, choosing rather to be mistreated with the people of God than to enjoy the fleeting pleasures of sin.
Hebrews 11:24-25 - By faith Moses, when he was grown up, refused to be called the son of Pharaoh’s daughter, choosing rather to be mistreated with the people of God than to enjoy the fleeting pleasures of sin.
Big Idea
God calls each of us in a different way to work in His kingdom. What is our answer when He calls?
God loved His people so much that He gave them rules to live by. We find happiness and peace when we trust in God and obey His will for us.
Bible Verses
Exodus 3:14 - God said to Moses, “I am who I am.” And he said, “Say this to the people of Israel: ‘I am has sent me to you.’”
Psalm 9:10 - And those who know your name put their trust in you, for you, O Lord, have not forsaken those who seek you
Exodus 20:3 - You shall have no other gods before me.
Exodus 20:23 - Do not make any gods to be alongside me; do not make for yourselves gods of silver or gods of gold
Big Idea
God delivered the Israelites, and Jesus has delivered us.
Bible Verses
Exodus 3:14 - God said to Moses, “I am who I am.” And he said, “Say this to the people of Israel: ‘I am has sent me to you.’”
Psalm 9:10 - And those who know your name put their trust in you, for you, O Lord, have not forsaken those who seek you.
Psalm 27:1 - The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?
Exodus 14:22 - And the Israelites went through the sea on dry ground, with a wall of water on their right and on their left.
Big Idea
Never doubt God's power or his plan that blends the old and new testaments together.
Bible Verses
Colossians 1:17 - And he is before all things, and in him all things hold together.
1 John 5:11 - And this is the testimony, that God gave us eternal life, and this life is in his Son.
Big Idea
God sending us His Son, is the best gift we will ever receive.
Bible Verses
Luke 2:7 - And she gave birth to her firstborn son and wrapped him in swaddling cloths and laid him in a manger, because there was no place for them in the inn.
Isaiah 9:6 - For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
Luke 2:7 - And she gave birth to her firstborn son and wrapped him in swaddling cloths and laid him in a manger, because there was no place for them in the inn.
Luke 2:11 - For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.
Big Idea
Our savior is born. Even without a star to guide us, if we seek Jesus we will find him.
Bible Verses
Luke 2:11 - For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.
John 3:16 - God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son.
Matthew 2:2 - Where is he who has been born king of the Jews? For we saw his star when it rose and have come to worship him.
Jeremiah 29:13 - You will seek me and find me, when you seek me with all your heart.
No Sunday School - Christmas Break - Dec 26 and Jan 2
Big Idea
God is our gracious and merciful provider and protector.
Bible Verses
Deuteronomy 6:4 - Hear, O Israel: The Lord our god, the Lord is one.
Exodus 16:21 - Each morning everyone gathered as much as they needed, and when the sun grew hot, it melted away.
Exodus 20:3 - You shall have no other gods before me.
Exodus 20:23 - Do not make any gods to be alongside me; do not make for yourselves gods of silver or gods of gold.
Big Idea
With God on our side, there is nothing to fear.
Bible Verses
Joshua 10:13 - So the sun stood still, and the moon stopped, until the nation avenged themselves of their enemies.
Psalm 112:7 - He is not afraid of bad news; his heart is firm, trusting in the Lord.
Big Idea
We are truly strong when we rely upon God instead of our own abilities.
Bible Verses
Zechariah 4:6 - Not by might, nor by power, but by my Spirit, says the LORD of hosts.
Ephesians 2:10 - For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.
Big Idea
With God, we can face and defeat the giants in our lives.
Bible Verses
1 Samuel 16:7 - “Man looks on the outward appearance, but the Lord looks on the heart."
Philippians 4:13 - I can do all things through Him who gives me strength.
1 Samuel 17:45 - “You come to me with sword, spear, and javelin, but I come to you in the name of the Lord of Heaven’s Armies.”
2 Timothy 1:7 - “For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.
Big Idea
With God, we can face and defeat the giants in our lives.
Bible Verses
2 Samuel 5:10 - “And David became greater and greater, for the Lord, the God of hosts, was with him.”
Philippians 4:13 - “I can do all things through him who strengthens me.”
Big Idea
It is foolish to do what we know is wrong, wisdom is to do what is right.
Bible Verses
1 Timothy 6:10 - For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils.
James 1:5 - If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.
Big Idea
The one true God hears and answers our prayers in a powerful way.
Bible Verses
1 Kings 18:39 - And when all the people saw it, they fell on their faces and said, “The LORD, he is God; the LORD, he is God.”
Psalm 77:14 - You are the God who performs miracles; You display your power among the peoples.
Big Idea
The evil plans of men will never defeat the good plans of God.
Bible Verses
John 10:29 - No one is able to snatch them out of the Father’s hand.
Proverbs 3:5 - Trust in the Lord with all your heart.
Big Idea
God allows bad things to happen, but never without a purpose.
Bible Verses
Job 1:21 - The LORD gave, and the LORD has taken away; blessed be the name of the LORD.
Job 19:25 - For I know that my Redeemer lives, and at the last he will stand upon the earth.
Big Idea
God will provide all that is needed for those that put their faith in Him.
Bible Verses
Psalm 23:1–3 - Because the Lord is our Shepherd, we have all that we need. He takes us to good places where we can find comfort, care and rest.
John 10:11 - Like David who rescued one of his little lambs from the attack of a lion, Jesus the Shepherd freely lays down His life for us. The enemy might try to kill and destroy, but Jesus came to bring us life in abundance
Big Idea
God will help us through all situations whether they are good or bad.A close relationship with God can give us confidence no matter what. |
Bible Verses
Daniel 3:18 - We will not serve your gods or worship the images of Gold you have set up.
Acts 5:29 - “We must obey God rather than men!”
Daniel 6:22 - “My God sent his angel and shut the lions’ mouths, and they have not harmed me, because I was found blameless before him.”
2 Timothy 1:7 - For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.
A Mighty Fortress Is Our God - Mar 27
Big Idea:
God provides for those that continually put their trust in Him.
Bible Verses:
Psalm 91:2 - I will say to the Lord, “My refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.”
Romans 8:31 - What then shall we say to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us
The Crucifixion of Jesus - Apr 3
Big Idea:
Christ died for our sins just as the scriptures promised!
Bible Verses:
1 Corinthians 15:3 - Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures.
Matthew 26:64 - But I tell you, from now on you will see the Son of Man seated at the right hand of Power and coming on the clouds of heaven.
He is Risen & The Empty Tomb - Apr 10
Big Idea:
Jesus conquered sin and death so that we can have a relationship with God.
Jesus wasn't in the tomb because He is alive and with us always!
Bible Verses:
Matthew 28:6 - He is not here, for He has risen, as He said. Come, see the place where He lay.
I Corinthians 15:4 - For what I received I passed on to you as of first importance: that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, that He was buried, that He was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures.
John 20:21 - Jesus said to them again, “Peace be with you! As the Father has sent me, even so I am sending you.”
Mark 16:6 - And he said to them, “Do not be alarmed. You seek Jesus of Nazareth, who was crucified. He has risen; he is not here. See the place where they laid him.
Easter Sunday - No Lesson - April 17
The Holy Spirit Comes - Apr 24
Big Idea:
When the Holy Spirit came, Jesus came to us to live in our hearts forever!
Bible Verses:
Acts 2:38 - “Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.”
John 14:26 - But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, he will teach you all things and bring to your remembrance all that I have said to you.
Jonah & The Whale - May 1
Big Idea:
God is merciful and saves those who love and obey Him!
Bible Verses:
Jonah 2:9 - Salvation belongs to the Lord.
Psalm 139:7 - Where can I go from your Spirit?
A Woman of Faith - May 8
