David C Cook Sunday School Lesson Review Winter Quarter December 2018 & January & February 2019 The Bible-in-Life Sunday School Lesson Review is designed to help Sunday school leaders understand and maintain uniform teaching direction throughout the quarter. As a pastor you will be able to tell at a glance what the children are studying. Children s sermons, and churchtime activities can be organized so that Sunday school themes are supported throughout the entire Sunday morning experience. As a Christian education director you will be able to see the Bible Basis for each age level and the focus of each lesson. You will be able to organize opening programs, plan whole school worship services, order materials needed for activities, and plan for special programs that might be valuable for your students. The Sunday School Lesson Review makes teacher training more efficient and effective since you can see at a glance exactly what each teacher needs to know each Sunday. The Sunday school superintendent will find the Sunday School Lesson Review important for supporting teachers in their planning and preparation. Classroom arrangements, large- or small-group activities, and bulletin board ideas can be prepared ahead of time to make Sunday morning easier for your teachers. David C Cook Bible-in-Life Bible-in-Life curriculum has Unified Themes, which are assigned for each unit (units normally coincide with calendar months). This makes possible unified teacher training, lesson introduction, or review in combined assembly and home activities. A Thorough Bible Study Program for All Ages curriculum targets the unique needs of two year olds in a two-year cycle. and Early curricula use their own Unified Themes in a two-year cycle, which take into consideration the special needs of these children. classes are studying the same book or period of Bible history with age-level appropriate lessons that support the Unified Theme. These curricula are on a three-year cycle. Adult curriculum is built around the Uniform Lessons Series, which provides comprehensive and in-depth Bible study for the adult learner. Comprehensive Bible Study from the Adult curriculum is covered on page 17. Cycles Adapted for Each Specific Age Level Scripture texts are carefully selected for each lesson according to the students age- level experiences and learning abilities. Not all age levels will be studying the same text. uses specific themes and Bible passages to which they can relate. and curricula have a two-year cycle of topical Unified Themes. Bible coverage correlation for the age levels is achieved by the fact that these age levels are studying the same book of the Bible or the same historic period throughout the three-year cycle (e.g., Paul s missionary journeys and related Pauline Epistles) except for summer topical studies. Designed to Take Students Completely Through the Bible Nearly Four Times Bible-in-Life Sunday school lessons systematically cover all sections of the Bible at each level. Grades 2 12: Sunday school students progress through the Bible together, studying the same themes and related text
Unified Themes Units Unit 16: Hello, Baby Jesus Children discover the wonderful gift God sent His own Son. Unit 17: God Loves Me Lessons share how God loves the children all the time. Unit 18: What Did Jesus Do Lessons teach children about Jesus and His ministry. & Children learn the miraculous sequence of events at Jesus birth. Unit 17: God Made Us Lessons teach how God knows us because He made us and has a plan for us. Unit 18: We Worship God Together Lessons explore worship in the context of Old Testament heroes.,, & Unit 4: Jesus His Birth Children learn the miraculous sequence of events at Jesus birth. Unit 5: Jesus His Mission Lessons show God is pleased when we follow Him, commit to Him & read the Bible. Lessons explore Jesus cares about us when were afraid, hurt or have problems.
Lesson 1, December 2 nd Unit 16: Hello, Baby Jesus! Bible Basis: The angel told Mary about Jesus birth (Luke 1:26-38). Lesson Focus: Mary heard about baby Jesus. Bible Basis: An angel tells Mary that Jesus is coming (Luke 1:26-38). Lesson Focus: We can get ready for baby Jesus. Memory Verse: A Savior has been born. Luke 2:11 Bible Basis: An angel tells Mary about Jesus birth (Luke 1:26-38). Lesson Focus: An angel told Mary about God s plans. Memory Verse: Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. Luke 2:11 Bible Basis: God s prophets foretold that Jesus would come (Isaiah 7:14; 9:1-7; Micah 5:2). Lesson Focus: God promised us a Savior. Memory Verse: For to us a child is born, to us a son is given. Isaiah 9:6a. Bible Basis: Prophets tell of Christ s coming (John 8:56, 58; Isaiah 7:14; 9:6; Micah 5:2). Lesson Focus: Christ s birth was promised long ago. Memory Verse: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. John 1:1 Bible Basis: An angel proclaims Jesus coming to Mary (Luke 1:26-38). Lesson Focus: Nothing is impossible with God. Memory Verse: What is impossible with man is possible with God. Luke 18:27 Bible Basis: Zechariah s song (Luke 1:5-25, 57-79). Lesson Focus: God designed you with wonderful things in mind. Memory Verse: For we are God's handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. Ephesians 2:10
Lesson 2, December 9 th Unit 16: Hello, Baby Jesus! Bible Basis: The angel told Joseph about Jesus birth (Matthew 1:18-24). Lesson Focus: Joseph heard about baby Jesus. Bible Basis: Jesus is born to Mary in Bethlehem (Luke 2:1-7). Lesson Focus: We are glad that Jesus is born! Memory Verse: A Savior has been born. Luke 2:11 Bible Basis: An angel tells Joseph that Jesus is coming (Matthew 1:18-25). Lesson Focus: Joseph showed us how to obey God. Memory Verse: Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. Luke 2:11 Bible Basis: Mary and Joseph learn about God s plan for Jesus birth (Matthew 1:18-25; Luke 1:26-38; John 1:1). Lesson Focus: Jesus is both God and human. Memory Verse: And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6b. Bible Basis: Mary and Joseph learn about God s plans for Jesus birth (Luke 1:26-38; Matthew 1:18-25). Lesson Focus: We can follow God s plans. Memory Verse: Teach me to do your will, for you are my God. Psalm 143:10 Bible Basis: An angel announces Christ s coming to Joseph (Matthew 1:18-21). Lesson Focus: Jesus was born to save. Memory Verse: "Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved." Acts 4:12 Bible Basis: Elizabeth s song (Luke 1:36-45). Lesson Focus: God makes the impossible possible. Memory Verse: "For no word from God will ever fail." Luke 1:37
Lesson 3, December 16 th Unit 16: Hello, Baby Jesus! Bible Basis: Angels and shepherds celebrated Jesus birth (Luke 2:1-20). Lesson Focus: Baby Jesus was born! Bible Basis: Shepherds learn that the Savior is born (Luke 2:8-20). Lesson Focus: We thank God for sending Jesus. Memory Verse: A Savior has been born. Luke 2:11 Bible Basis: Jesus is born in Bethlehem (Luke 2:1-7). Lesson Focus: Joseph and Mary welcomed baby Jesus. Memory Verse: Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. Luke 2:11 (Christmas) Bible Basis: Jesus is born and shepherds spread the news (Luke 2:1-20). Lesson Focus: Tell the good news! Jesus is born. Memory Verse: "Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord." Luke 2:11. Bible Basis: Jesus birth and the visit of the shepherds (Luke 2:1-20). Lesson Focus: We celebrate Jesus birth. Memory Verse: "Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord." Luke 2:11 Bible Basis: Jesus is born in Bethlehem and the shepherds come to see Him (Luke 2:1-20). Lesson Focus: Tell the good news! Memory Verse: "Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord." Luke 2:11 Bible Basis: Mary s song (Luke 1:26-35, 46-56). Lesson Focus: Accept God s unexpected plans Memory Verse: But when the set time had fully come, God sent his Son, born of a woman, born under the law, to redeem those under the law, that we might receive adoption to sonship. Galatians 4:4-5
Lesson 4, December 23 rd Unit 16: Hello, Baby Jesus! Bible Basis: The Wise Men visited Jesus (Matthew 2:1-12). Lesson Focus: Wise Men came to see Jesus. Bible Basis: God provides protection for His Son, Jesus (Matthew 2:7-23). Lesson Focus: We are happy that God took care of Jesus. Memory Verse: A Savior has been born. Luke 2:11 Bible Basis: Angels tell the shepherds about the Savior s birth (Luke 2:8-20). Lesson Focus: We can tell others about Jesus. Memory Verse: Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. Luke 2:11 Bible Basis: Simeon and Anna praise God for Christ s coming (Luke 2:21-38). Lesson Focus: Jesus is the Savior God promised. Memory Verse: To all who received him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God. John 1:12. Bible Basis: Simeon and Anna believe Jesus is the promised Savior (Luke 2:21-38). Lesson Focus: We can accept God s amazing gift. Memory Verse: For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16 Bible Basis: Jesus, who has always existed, became human (John 1:1-18). Lesson Focus: God became human. Memory Verse: No one has ever seen God, but the one and only Son, who is himself God and is in closest relationship with the Father, has made him known. John 1:18 Bible Basis: Simeon s song (Luke 2:21-38). Lesson Focus: Jesus is God s promise for salvation. Memory Verse: For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him. John 3:17
Lesson 5, December 30 th Unit 17: God Loves Me Bible Basis: Paul talked about God s wonderful love (Romans 8:38-39). Lesson Focus: God loves me all the time. Bible Basis: John the Baptist tells people Jesus is God s Son (John 1:29-34). Lesson Focus: We can tell others that Jesus is God s Son. Memory Verse: A Savior has been born. Luke 2:11 Bible Basis: Wise men seek after Jesus in order to worship Him (Matthew 2:1-11). Lesson Focus: We can worship Jesus. Memory Verse: Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. Luke 2:11 Bible Basis: Jesus grows up in a family at Nazareth (Luke 2:39-40, 52; Matthew 13:54-56; Deuteronomy 6:6-9; 11:19). Lesson Focus: Jesus knows what it s like to grow up in a family. Memory Verse: Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man. Luke 2:52. Bible Basis: Boyhood responsibilities of Jesus (Deuteronomy 6:4-7; Luke 2:40-52). Lesson Focus: Jesus growth in wisdom is a good example for me. Memory Verse: Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus. Philippians 1:6 Bible Basis: John the Baptist explains repentance (Luke 3:7-14). Lesson Focus: Repentance requires a change of action. Memory Verse: Whoever claims to live in him must live as Jesus did. 1 John 2:6 Bible Basis: Jesus relationship to His family (Luke 2:42-52). Lesson Focus: Healthy growth includes independence and dependence. Memory Verse: The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline. Listen, my son, to your father s instruction and do not forsake your mother s teaching. Proverbs 1:7-8
Lesson 6, January 6 th Unit 17: God Loves Me Bible Basis: Jesus healed ten lepers (Luke 17:11-19). Lesson Focus: God loves me when I m thankful. Unit 17: God Made Us Bible Basis: God made the first human beings (Genesis 1:26-29, 31; 2:7-8, 21-23). Lesson Focus: God made us. Memory Verse: The LORD is God. It is he who made us. Psalm 100:3 Unit 17: God Made Us Bible Basis: God made people; the psalmist praises God for the remarkable specialness of people (Genesis 1:26-31; Psalm 139:1-18). Lesson Focus: God made us and knows us. Memory Verse: I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Psalm 139:14 Bible Basis: The boy Jesus shows His spiritual depth at the temple (Luke 2:41-52). Lesson Focus: God is pleased when we learn about Him. Memory Verse: Remember your Creator in the days of your youth. Ecclesiastes 12:1 Bible Basis: Jesus identifies Himself with God s people through baptism (Matthew 3:13-17; John 1:29-34). Lesson Focus: I can identify with God s people. Memory Verse: We are all members of one body. Ephesians 4:25 Bible Basis; The baptism of Jesus (Matthew 3:13-17). Lesson Focus: Baptism involves identifying with Jesus. Memory Verse: So in Christ Jesus you are all children of God through faith, for all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourself with Christ. Galatians 3:26-27 Bible Basis: Jesus conflict with authorities (Luke 6:1-11). Memory Verse: Do what is right and good in the LORD S sight. Deuteronomy 6:18 Lesson Focus: God is our final authority.
Lesson 7, January 13 th Unit 17: God Loves Me Bible Basis: Jesus told the disciples to have courage when they were afraid (Matthew 14:22-32). Lesson Focus: God loves me when I m scared. Unit 17: God Made Us Bible Basis: Cain and Abel are born to Adam and Eve (Genesis 3:20; 4:1-2). Lesson Focus: God made our families. Memory Verse: The LORD is God. It is he who made us. Psalm 100:3 Unit 17: God Made Us Bible Basis: From the beginning, God gave people different skills and talents (Genesis 2:15-17; 3:1-6, 17-18; 4:1-2, 20-22). Lesson Focus: God has a job for each of us. Memory Verse: I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Psalm 139:14 Bible Basis: Jesus is baptized at the beginning of His public work (Matthew 3:13-17; Luke 3:21-23a; John 1:29-34). Lesson Focus: God is pleased when we show commitment to Him. Memory Verse: Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who does not need to be ashamed. 2 Timothy 2:15 Bible Basis: Jesus used God s Word to help Him make the right decisions when tempted (Luke 4:1-13). Lesson Focus: God s Word helps me when I m tempted. Memory Verse: I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you. Psalm 119:11 Bible Basis: Christ is tempted in the wilderness (Matthew 4:1-11). Lesson Focus: We can resist temptation as Jesus did. Memory Verse: For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are--yet he did not sin. Hebrews 4:15 Bible Basis: Jesus prayer life (Mark 1:35-38; 6:46; Luke 5:15-16; 6:12-13). Lesson Focus: Being alone with God is important. Memory Verse: I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you. Psalm 32:8
Lesson 8, January 20 th Unit 17: God Loves Me Bible Basis: God gave Hannah a son (1 Samuel 1:1-20). Lesson Focus: God loves me when I m sad. Unit 17: God Made Us Bible Basis: God made the human body (Genesis 1:27; 2:7; 3:20; 4:1-2; Psalm 139:1-6, 13-18). Lesson Focus: God made our bodies. Memory Verse: The LORD is God. It is he who made us. Psalm 100:3 Unit 17: God Made Us Bible Basis: Jacob and Esau are born with differences (Genesis 25:20-28). Lesson Focus: God made each of us different. Memory Verse: I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Psalm 139:14 Bible Basis: Jesus was tempted (Luke 4:1-13; Hebrews 2:18; 4:15). Lesson Focus: Knowing the Bible helps me fight wrong. Memory Verse: But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it. 1 Cor. 10:13c Bible Basis: Jesus prays before choosing the twelve disciples (Mark 3:13-19a; Luke 6:12-16). Lesson Focus: Praying can help me make wise choices. Memory Verse: If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you. James 1:5 Bible Basis: Disciples gather around Christ (John 1:35-45). Lesson Focus: Come and see Jesus with me. Memory Verse: I will tell of the kindnesses of the Lord, the deeds for which he is to be praised. Isaiah 63:7a Bible Basis: Jesus use of the Scriptures when making important choices (Luke 4:1-13). Lesson Focus: Truth triumphs over temptation. Memory Verse: Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free. John 8:32
Lesson 9, January 27 th Unit 17: God Loves Me Bible Basis: Jesus talked with Zacchaeus (Luke 19:1-6). Lesson Focus: I m happy because God loves me. Unit 17: God Made Us Bible Basis: God made us with ears that hear and eyes that see (Genesis 1:27; 3:20; 4:1-2; Job 34:3; 42:5; Matthew 11:15; Job 20:9a; Proverbs 20:12). Lesson Focus: God made our senses. Memory Verse: The LORD is God. It is he who made us. Psalm 100:3 Unit 17: God Made Us Bible Basis: Jacob and Esau are brought together after conflict (Genesis 27:1 28:4; 32:3-21; 33:1-11). Lesson Focus: God wants us to get along with others. Memory Verse: I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Psalm 139:14 (Salvation Lesson) Bible Basis: Jesus chooses twelve disciples (John 1:35-42; Matthew4:18-22; Mark 3:13-19a). Lesson Focus: Jesus wants us to follow Him. Memory Verse: You are my friends if you do what I command. John 15:14 Bible Basis: Jesus states His purposes for coming to earth (Mark 1: 29-31,35-38; Luke 19:1-10). Lesson Focus: Jesus cares about my needs. Memory Verse: My God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19 Bible Basis: Jesus announces His mission in the Nazareth synagogue (Luke 4:16-22). Lesson Focus: We carry out our mission by following Scripture. Memory Verse: But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. Matthew 6:33 Bible Basis: Jesus assignment of tasks to His disciples (Luke 9:1-6, 10). Lesson Focus: God gives us the ability to serve. Memory Verse: You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh; rather, serve one another humbly in love. Galatians 5:13
Lesson 10, February 3 rd Unit 18: What Did Jesus Do? Bible Basis: Jesus prayed alone (Mark 1:35; Luke 6:12). Lesson Focus: Jesus prayed to God. Unit 18: We Worship God Together Bible Basis: Solomon leads the people in prayer (1 Kings 8). Lesson Focus: We can pray together. Memory Verse: Worship the LORD. Psalm 96:9 Unit 18: We Worship God Together Bible Basis: Joash and the people bring their offerings to God (2 Chronicles 24:1-14). Lesson Focus: We worship God by giving gladly. Memory Verse: Worship the LORD with gladness; come before him with joyful songs. Psalm 100:2 Bible Basis: A centurion believes Jesus can heal his servant (Luke 7:1-10). Lesson Focus: No problem is too big for Jesus. Memory Verse: To him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us. Ephesians 3:20 Bible Basis: Jesus uses a boy s lunch to feed over 5,000 people (John 6:1-14). Lesson Focus: Jesus can make my small gifts mean a lot. Memory Verse: For if the willingness is there, the gift is acceptable according to what one has, not according to what one does not have. 2 Corinthians 8:12 Bible Basis: Jesus helps Simon Peter overcome a fishing failure, and then calls him to follow Him (Luke 5:1-11). Lesson Focus: Christ has the power. Memory Verse: Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Ephesians 6:10 Bible Basis: Jesus heals the blind and teaches about spiritual insight (John 9:1-7, 35-38). Lesson Focus: Open your eyes to Jesus. Memory Verse: We fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal. 2 Corinthians 4:18
Lesson 11, February 10 th Unit 18: What Did Jesus Do? Bible Basis: Jesus and His disciples rested (Mark 6:30-32). Lesson Focus: Jesus rested. Unit 18: We Worship God Together Bible Basis: Hezekiah and the congregation worship with music (2 Chronicles 29:25-31). Lesson Focus: We can make music together. Memory Verse: Worship the LORD. Psalm 96:9 Unit 18: We Worship God Together Bible Basis: Ezra reads God s Word to the people (Nehemiah 8:1-6). Lesson Focus: We worship God by reading and listening to His Word. Memory Verse: Worship the LORD with gladness; come before him with joyful songs. Psalm 100:2 Bible Basis: Jesus raises the widow of Nain s son from the dead (Luke 7:11-17). Lesson Focus: Jesus hurts when we hurt. Memory Verse: The Lord is full of compassion and mercy. James 5:11 Bible Basis: Jesus and Peter walk on the water (Matthew 14:22-33). Lesson Focus: We can have strong faith in Jesus. Memory Verse: I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Philippians 4:13 Bible Basis: Matthew the tax collector decides to follow Christ (Matthew 9:9-13). Lesson Focus: Jesus came to change sinners like me. Memory Verse: By his power he may bring to fruition your every desire for goodness and your every deed prompted by faith. 2 Thessalonians 1:11b Bible Basis: Jesus calms the waters and the disciples unnecessary fears (Luke 8:22-25). Lesson Focus: Christ is the calm amidst chaos. Memory Verse: I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world. John 16:33
Lesson 12, February 17 th Unit 18: What Did Jesus Do? Bible Basis: Jesus cried with sadness for His friends (John 11:32-35). Lesson Focus: Jesus cried. Unit 18: We Worship God Together Bible Basis: A widow gives all she has (Mark 12:41-44). Lesson Focus: We can all give to God. Memory Verse: Worship the LORD. Psalm 96:9 Unit 18: We Worship God Together Bible Basis: Solomon leads the people in prayer at the temple (1 Kings 8). Lesson Focus: We worship God by praying. Memory Verse: Worship the LORD with gladness; come before him with joyful songs. Psalm 100:2 Bible Basis: Jesus stills a storm on the lake (Mark 4:1-2a, 35-41). Lesson Focus: Jesus can help when I m afraid. Memory Verse: I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Philippians 4:13 Bible Basis: Jesus heals an outcast leper (Mark 1:40-45; Luke 5:12-15). Lesson Focus: Jesus wants me to help those in need. Memory Verse: Be wise in the way you act toward outsiders; make the most of every opportunity. Colossians 4:5 (NIV) Bible Basis: Jesus casts out Legion (Mark 5:1-20). Lesson Focus: Jesus uses His power and mercy Memory Verse: For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline. 2 Timothy 1:7 Bible Basis: Jesus feeds over 5,000 and teaches about His sufficiency (Luke 9:12-17; John 6:33-35). Lesson Focus: Only Jesus can fulfill your deepest needs. Memory Verse: And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19
Lesson 13, February 24 th Unit 18: What Did Jesus Do? Bible Basis: Jesus used stories to teach (Matthew 13:34-35; Mark 4:33-34). Lesson Focus: Jesus told stories. Unit 18: We Worship God Together Bible Basis: Paul preaches God s Word to people (Acts 18:1-4, 7-8, 11, 18). Lesson Focus: We can all listen to God s Word. Memory Verse: Worship the LORD. Psalm 96:9 Unit 18: We Worship God Together Bible Basis: Hezekiah leads the people in worship with music (2 Chronicles 29:25-31). Lesson Focus: We worship God with music. Memory Verse: Worship the LORD with gladness; come before him with joyful songs. Psalm 100:2 Bible Basis: Jesus feeds over 5, 000 people (John 6:1-15). Lesson Focus: Jesus cares about my needs. Memory Verse: My God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19. Bible Basis: Jesus meets opposition after healing a discouraged man at the Pool of Bethesda (John 5:1-15). Lesson Focus: Jesus can help when I m discouraged. Memory Verse: May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13 Bible Basis: A thankful leper receives Christ s approval (Luke 17:11-19). Lesson Focus: We bow down in thanks to the Lord. Memory Verse: We give thanks to you, Lord God Almighty, the One who is and who was, because you have taken your great power and have begun to reign. Revelation 11:17 Bible Basis: Jesus raises Lazarus from the dead and teaches that He is the Life (John 11:1-4, 23-25, 41-45). Lesson Focus: Jesus is the giver of life. Memory Verse: "I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die." John 11:25
December 2018 / 2019 Bible In Life Adult Our Love for God Old Testament and New Testament Unit I: God is Worthy of Our Love Lesson 1: December 2 nd Love and Obey God Key Verse: Deuteronomy 6:5 Lesson Focus: Teach all generations to love and obey God. Lesson 2: December 9 th Love and Serve God Key Verse: Joshua 24:15 Lesson Focus: Choose no other gods besides the Lord. Lesson 3: December 16 th Love and Worship God Key Verse: Psalm 103:12 Lesson Focus: Praise the Lord who loves and redeems us. Lesson 4: December 23 rd Love God for the Gift of Jesus Key Verse: Luke 2:30-31 Lesson Focus: Jesus is God s promised gift. Lesson 5: December 30 th Love God and Serve Others Key Verse: Matthew 25:40 Lesson Focus: we serve God by serving those in need. Unit II: Loving God by Trusting Christ Lesson 6: January 6 th Walk in Love Key Verse: 2 John 6 Lesson Focus: Walk in love, obedience, and truth. Lesson 7: January 13 th Submit to God Key Verse: James 4:8 Lesson Focus: Say yes to God and no to the world. Lesson 8: January 20 th Rejoice in All Circumstances Key Verse: James 4:8 Lesson Focus: God can use any circumstance to further the Gospel. Lesson 9: January 27 th Imitate Christ Key Verse: Philippians 2:3 Lesson Focus: Like Jesus value others above yourself. Lesson 10: February 3 rd Press On in Christ Key Verse: Philippians 3:13-14 Lesson Focus: To know Christ is to live the resurrection life. Unit III: Songs that Glorify the God of Love Lesson 11: February 10 th Our Loving God Key Verse: Psalm 48:14 Lesson Focus: Meditate on God s unfailing love. Lesson 12: February 17 th Our Mighty God Key Verse: Psalm 66:1 Lesson Focus: Sing the glory of our all-powerful God. Lesson 13: February 24 th Our Rescuing God Key Verse: Psalm 91:15 Lesson Focus: God is our refuge and fortress.