Lesson 1
the bible: a source of blessing
Bible Story:
The Bible - God's Word
Remember:
1. The Bible is God's message to people.
2. Reading the Bible brings blessings.
2. Reading the Bible brings blessings.
Golden Verse:
"Do not let this Book of the Law depart from your mouth; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it." - Joshua 1:8
Homework:
Lesson 2
The Author & Co-Authors Of The Bible
Bible Story:
The Bible - The Good News of the Savior
Obadiah 1; Exodus 31:18; Isaiah 6:8-9; Jeremiah 1:4-10
Obadiah 1; Exodus 31:18; Isaiah 6:8-9; Jeremiah 1:4-10
Remember:
1. The main author of the Bible is God.
2. God chose faithful people through whom He communicated His Word.
2. God chose faithful people through whom He communicated His Word.
Golden Verse:
"For prophecy never had its origin in the will of man, but men spoke from God as they were carried along by the Holy Spirit." - 2 Peter 1:21
Homework:
Lesson 3
The Truth Of The Word Of God
Bible Story:
Prophecies about Israel
Leviticus 26:27-11; Ezekiel 11:17; Isaiah 11:12
Leviticus 26:27-11; Ezekiel 11:17; Isaiah 11:12
Remember:
1. The fulfillment of prophecy confirms that the Word of God is true.
2. Trust the Bible because through it you will receive blessings.
2. Trust the Bible because through it you will receive blessings.
Golden Verse:
"...We have the word of the prophets made certain, and you will do well to pay attention to it, as to a light shining in a dark place..." - 2 Peter 1:19
Homework:
Lesson 4
God Removes His Blessing
Bible Story:
Construction of the Tower of Bebel
Genesis 11:1-9
Genesis 11:1-9
Remember:
1. God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.
2. Do not be proud or arrogant before others and you will be blessed.
2. Do not be proud or arrogant before others and you will be blessed.
Golden Verse:
"For whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted."
- Matthew 23:12
- Matthew 23:12
Lesson 5
Selfless Deeds Are Blessed
Bible Story:
Abraham Rescues Lot
Genesis 14:1-24
Genesis 14:1-24
Remember:
1. God gives man health and strength to do good deeds.
2. Do good to everyone without expecting a reward.
2. Do good to everyone without expecting a reward.
Golden Verse:
"Each of you should look not only to your own interests but also to the interests of others"
- Philippians 2:4
- Philippians 2:4
Lesson 6
God's Patience and Mercy
Bible Story:
Abraham Interceded for Sodom
Genesis 18:23-33; Genesis 19:1-30
Genesis 18:23-33; Genesis 19:1-30
Remember:
1. God shows mercy and patience to all people.
2. Every person can repent and change his life.
2. Every person can repent and change his life.
Golden Verse:
"Because of the Lord's great love we are not consumed, for His compassions never fail."
- Lamentations 3:22
- Lamentations 3:22
Lesson 7
God's Blessings and Consequences
Bible Story:
Jacob's Life
Genesis 27:6-10, 22-24; Genesis 29:18-25
Genesis 27:6-10, 22-24; Genesis 29:18-25
Remember:
1. God allows consequences to correct and teach us.
2. Jesus forgives us our sins when we sincerely repent and turn to Him.
2. Jesus forgives us our sins when we sincerely repent and turn to Him.
Golden Verse:
"Blessed is the man whom God corrects; so do not despise the discipline of the Almighty."
- Job 5:17
- Job 5:17
Lesson 8
The Blessing Of Working Together
Bible Story:
Deborah and Barak
Judges 4:4-16
Judges 4:4-16
Remember:
1. God blesses people who join together for the glory of God.
2. Strive to help your neighbor who is working for the Lord.
2. Strive to help your neighbor who is working for the Lord.
Golden Verse:
"That all of them may be one, Father, just as you are in me and I am in you. May they also be in us..." - John 17:21
Lesson 9
Being Courageous For The Lord Is A Blessing
Bible Story:
The Courage of Gideon
Judges 6:1-40; Judges 7:1-20
Judges 6:1-40; Judges 7:1-20
Remember:
1. Obey God's instructions and put your trust in the Lord for everything.
2. Serve Christ, testify of Him, and do good works for His glory.
2. Serve Christ, testify of Him, and do good works for His glory.
Golden Verse:
"The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?" - Hebrews 13:6
Lesson 10
Keeping God's Commandments Is A Blessing
Bible Story:
Samson's Losses
Judges 13:5; Judges 16:4-22
Judges 13:5; Judges 16:4-22
Remember:
1. Violating God's commandments can be the cause of failure in life.
2. Obeying God demonstrates our love for Him.
2. Obeying God demonstrates our love for Him.
Golden Verse:
"If you love me, you will obey what I command." - John 14:15