Wednesday, January 27, 2016

January 24th Lessons

9:00am DiscipleLand
1st-2nd grade 
Why We Got the Bible Lesson 7--The Bible Reaches Asia
God’s Word Proclaims His Goodness—Psalm 78:1-8
God transforms people from generation to generation and from nation to nation.
Verse: 
" We will not hide them from their descendants;
    we will tell the next generation
the praiseworthy deeds of the Lord,
    his power, and the wonders he has done."Psalm 78:4
Focus:
~God wants believers to teach their children about Him.
~God wants everyone to know Him.
~Asia is the largest continent with the most population.
~Joanne Shelter followed God’s calling and brought God’s Word to the Philippines.
Inspire Action: Joanne Shelter—Missionary to the Philippines
9:00am DiscipleLand
3rd-4th grade 
Powerful Messengers Lesson 5—Mission Impossible
Acts 12
 The Holy Spirit responds to the prayers of the Church.
Verse: 
“Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.”
Matthew 19:26
Focus:
~An angel miraculously delivered Peter from Jail.
~God answers the prayers of the Church.
~God’s children can always trust that He cares for them.

Missionary Biography: Robert Thomas—1866, Korea
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10:45am TRU 

1st-4th grade 
Main Focus: God Protects
1 Samuel 18-20 (David and Jonathan)
ANTICIPATE:  "Walk of Fame" 
Special Guest:  "Halfway Herbert" with Pastor Glen
Pastor Glen told  the story of Halfway Herbert and reminded us to love the Lord with ALL our heart.  
David was anointed king, but he did not become king immediately.  God had some important lessons to teach him.  When David went to live with king Saul, Jonathan became one in spirit with David and loved him as himself.  However, David was faced with the increasingly jealous and angry king.  Saul would not spare any opportunity to rid of David to ensure his own kingdom.  But God protected David again and again.  God even used an extraordinary friend, Jonathan, to help protect David. So David could one day become the king of Israel.  
Memory Verse: "In their hearts humans plan their course, but the LORD establishes their steps.  (Proverbs 16:9 )

Worship Response: "Guided to Safety"
When we read the news in this world that has largely turned away from God, it can be quite disturbing and scary.  But, God protects!  Those who trust in the Lord can have peace because God is able to protect His people. We can trust in God's protection.
May our children be kept safe from all evil this week.  May they know God is with them in times of danger and trust God is able to protect them.

Monday, January 18, 2016

January 17th lessons

9:00am DiscipleLand
1st-2nd grade 
Why We Got the Bible Lesson 6--The Bible Calls to Everyone
Abraham’s Blessing—Genesis 12:1-3; 15
God’s Word extends around the world when Christians show Jesus’ love.
Verse: 
" We proclaim to you what we have seen and heard, so that you also may have fellowship with us. And our fellowship is with the Father and with his Son, Jesus Christ."1 John 1:3
Focus:
~God promised to bless every nation through Abraham’ offspring.
~God wants the Good News about Jesus proclaimed to everyone in every nation.
~God’s Word will be alive forever.
~Bruce Olson brought God’s Word to the Motilone people.
Inspire Action: Bruce Olson—Missionary to Colombia
9:00am DiscipleLand
3rd-4th grade 
Powerful Messengers Lesson 4—Changes
Acts 11
 The Holy Spirit charges believers to take Jesus’ message into new regions.

Verse: 
“When they heard this, they had no further objections and praised God, saying, “So then, even to Gentiles God has granted repentance that leads to life."
Acts 11:18
Focus:
~Some believers who obey the Lord’s leading may be criticized and misunderstood.
~Some may resist change, even when God directs it.
~The Gospel message must not change, but the methods used to share it will vary.

Missionary Biography: Roque Gonzalez de Santa Cruz—1628, Paraguay
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10:45am TRU 

1st-4th grade 
Main Focus: God Looks at the Heart
1 Samuel 16:1-13 (Samuel and David)
ANTICIPATE:  "What Is It" (part 2) 
Samuel knew God chose one of Jesse’s sons to be the new king of Israel.  As each son came before him, Samuel was tempted to guess whom God had chosen based on their physical appearance.  God corrected Samuel by reminding him that God looks at the heart. 
Memory Verse: "In their hearts humans plan their course, but the LORD establishes their steps.  (Proverbs 16:9 )

Game: "Looking for 'the Best'"
Worship Response: A Heart like His
When God looks at our hearts, He sees who we really are.  But He also sees who we can become in Him.  God tells us that what impresses Hi isn't what impresses people.  God looks at the heart.  He isn't looking for perfect people, but for those whose hearts are like God's. That means you care about what God cares about and what saddens God also makes you sad.  
May our children know that God sees them, cares for them and knows them.  May our children have a heart like God's.