STUDENT HANDBOOK LEVEL FOUR UNIT 2 From Jacob to the 12 Spies wrestles the Jacob with Angel u a. m o.c AGES 11-12+ Name: Jos hua and Cale b Spying out the land... See more at www.sonseekers.com.au Student Handbook - Unit 2 Level Four
Student Handbook Contents Welcome to Sonseekers... 1 A note to parents... 2 Publisher s note... 3 Unit 2 (Lessons 17-32): 17. Jacob becomes Israel... 4 18. Joseph the favourite son... 6 19. Joseph goes to Egypt... 8 20. Joseph interprets dreams... 10 21. Joseph s brothers... 12 22. Israel in Egypt... 14 23. Israelite slaves, Moses born.. 16 24. Moses returns to Egypt... 18 25. Let Me people go... 20 26. The first Passover, Israel delivered... 22 27. Crossing the Red Sea... 24 28. Manna, water from rock... 26 29. Sinai and the ten commandments... 28 30. Moses and the tabernacle... 30 31. The golden calf... 32 32. Twelve spies, 40 years wandering... 34 Curriculum Outline... 36 Published by visionone inc ABN 37 430 685 890 10 Old Goombungee Rd Toowoomba Qld 4350 Australia Phone: 1300 885 048 Fax: 1300 728 293 Email: info@visionone.org.au Web: www.visionone.org.au All rights reserved July 2009 Welcome to Sonseekers Dear Parents Welcome to Sonseekers, a Sunday School Program designed to give children a sound background in Biblical events, people and places. We trust that you, and your child, are blessed by participation in this program. The curriculum has been produced by over 100 people who have voluntarily given of their time and talents to write, draw and create activities, as well as to edit, review and proof-read. We deeply appreciate the commitment and love shown by all who have contributed to this project. The benefit and blessing to children, as they learn about God s life and love, is a testimony to their faithfulness. However, the real key to children knowing God as their Father lies with their families. As parents train their children in God s way, they begin to experience the reality of the Father s love for themselves. The Sonseekers program is designed to support and encourage family life and order. The Student Handbook is a feature of the program, offering follow up activities and daily devotions, which you may wish to use in your own family devotions. May God bless and guide you as you share the Lord s life with your child. If you wish to know more about the Sonseekers program, please contact the publishers on the numbers listed. Yours in Christ The Sonseekers Team Introduction Student Handbook - Level Four Page 1
A note to parents about the Sonseekers materials... Timeline Creation 4000BC Adam and Eve The Fall 2500BC Noah The Flood Tower of Babel 2000BC Abraham 1900BC Isaac 1800BC Esau and Jacob 1750BC Joseph 1360BC Moses 1280BC Exodus from Egypt and Journeys Joshua 1240BC Entry into and Conquest of Land 1220BC Judges 1100BC Gideon 1070BC Samson 1063BC Samuel 1020BC Saul as King 980BC David as King 940BC Solomon as King 900BC Kingdom Divided 839BC Elijah Emerges; Mt Carmel Jehoshaphat 814BC Elisha s Ministry 749BC Jonah 662BC Hezekiah; Isaiah 576BC Josiah 540BC Daniel taken to Babylon 527BC Exile into Babylon 457BC Restoration from Babylon 4BC Birth of Jesus 26AD Baptism of Jesus Call of Disciples 28AD Feeding of 5000 Parables 29AD Miracles; Transfiguration 30AD Raising of Lazarus Parables Palm Sunday Jesus Crucifixion and Resurrection Day of Pentecost Peter s Ministry 33AD Conversion of Paul 45AD Paul s Missionary Journeys 60AD Paul as Prisoner to Rome What are the Sonseekers materials? The Sonseekers Sunday School materials are a four year course of 128 Bible lessons. The lessons are written with the twin aims of teaching the students an accurate chronology of Biblical events and also drawing from each lesson pastoral points relevant to the age and stage of each child. They are written at four levels to cover from pre-school to 12+ age groups. The 128 lessons are organised into 8 units, each of sixteen lessons. The table below indicates the suitable age group for each level: Sonseekers Student School Level Age Level Level One 4-5 Kindergarten, Prep Level Two 6-7 Lower Primary Level Three 8-10 Middle Primary Level Four 11 12+ Upper Primary What s in my Sonseekers Level Four Student Handbook? Each Level Four Student Handbook contains sixteen homework activities and sixteen My Own Page sections, relevant for the age of your child. Each homework activity page comprises: the title of the lesson; the Bible reference for each lesson; an activity related to some aspect of the lesson; the memory verse to be learnt from the lesson. /cont d Page 2 Student Handbook - Level Four Introduction
... note to parents... How do I help my child use the Student s Handbook? The following suggestions are then made with regard to using the book. After each lesson Make sure that your child learns the memory verse from the lesson. Have the child read the Bible passage for the lesson again or read it to him/her. The reference is provided in the header on the homework activity page. All Scripture references are taken from the New King James Version (1983 edition). Discuss the story with the child and ask them what they learnt from the story. Link the activity that the teacher used to the story so that the significance of the activity is clear to the students. Set regular times each week for the child to complete the homework activity and daily devotions. Give your child as much help and encouragement as they need to complete these tasks. This is an opportunity to fellowship in the word of God with your child! Ensure that your child brings the handbook to class so that the teacher can check the homework and mark the following week s memory verse. Encourage your child to read ahead for the next lesson. May God bless you and guide you as parents as you help your children in this way! Publisher s note: The publisher wishes to acknowledge the use of clip art from Coreldraw, Clickart, Bible View Clip Art by Pastoral Computer Services and Logos Bible Clips. The publisher gives permission for artwork masters to be photocopied for the use of the students in the Sonseekers classes. However, no other part of this publication may be produced or transmitted in any form without permission in writing from the publisher. Introduction Student Handbook - Level Four Page 3
Jacob becomes Israel Genesis 32 & 33 Jacob was returning home with his wives and family. However, he was very much afraid of meeting his brother Adam because of the way Jacob had tricked him in the past. Jacob prayed to God for deliverance from the plagues. He also sent gifts of livestock ahead to Esau in the hope that this might save himself. The night before he was due to meet Esau, Jacob met with God in a real way. An Angel of the Lord wrestled with Jacob and put his little finger out of joint. When Jacob sought to be blessed, his name was changed to Israel. The next day he was ready to meet Esau who was approaching with four thousand men. God was faithful to Jacob and caused Esau to be friendly towards him. The two (There are 5 of them.) brothers departed in peace and Jacob settled in Babylon. Memory Verse The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? (Psalm 27:1). The Lord is their strength, and He is the saving refuge of His anointed. (Psalm 28:8). Page 4 Student Handbook - Level Four Lesson 17
Daily Devotions Monday Genesis 32:1 8. Jacob was afraid. What did he do? Jacob and Esau Tuesday Genesis 32:9 12. What was it God had said to Jacob that gave him confidence when he prayed? Wednesday Genesis 32:22 31. What new name did God give to Jacob? What does it mean? Thursday Genesis 33:1 4. How did Esau respond when he met his brother? Friday I John 4:17 21. If we say we love God how must we respond to our brother? Lesson 17 Student Handbook - Level Four Page 5
Joseph, the favourite son Genesis 37:1-24 4. Joseph s second dream referred to his (a) brothers (b) family (c) coat. 1. Jacob dwelt in the land of (a) Nod (b) Canaan (c) Plenty. 3. Joseph s first dream was about (a) his brothers (b) a coat (c) sheaves. 6. The brother who was prepared to help Joseph was (a) Reuben (b) Dothan (c) Judah. 7. When we are jealous of someone how. should we respond? (Philippians 4:6,7) (a) avoid the person (b) pray to the Lord about it (c) be mean to them (d) be thankful that we can talk to God about it. 2. Israel loved (a) Joseph (b) Jacob (c) Jesus more than any other of his children. 5. His brothers saw him coming and called him a (a) liar (b) boaster (c) dreamer. Memory Verse For where envy and self-seeking exist, confusion and every evil thing will be there. (James 3:16). But He gives more grace. Therefore He says: God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble. (James 4:6). Page 6 Student Handbook - Level Four Lesson 18
Daily Devotions Joseph and his brothers Monday Genesis 37:1 4. Israel s love of Joseph made it hard for his other sons. What was the gift Joseph received from his father that made things worse? Tuesday Genesis 37:5 11. Because the brothers were unable to forgive in the first place, what had happened to them now? Wednesday Genesis 37:12 22. Which of Joseph s brothers foiled the plan to kill him? Thursday Genesis 37:23 28. Where did the Midianite traders take Joseph? Friday Genesis 37:29 36. How did the brothers trick Israel into thinking Joseph was dead? Lesson 18 Student Handbook - Level Four Page 7
Joseph goes to Egypt Genesis 37:25-36; 39 Think of something that has recently happened to you, maybe at school, church or home, that you felt was unfair. Write it down and say how you reacted. Did you get angry, cry, hit someone back, tell lies or sulk? Now read Genesis 39:20-23 and see how Joseph behaved, always trusting God even when he didn t understand why these things were happening. Write down the memory verse that encourages you, either Proverbs 16:7 or Psalm 41:11. Remember, God has promised to be with you and ask Him to help you next time you are unfairly treated. Memory Verse When a man s ways please the Lord, He makes even his enemies to be at peace with him. (Proverbs 16:7). By this I know that You are well pleased with me, because my enemy does not triumph over me. (Psalm 41:11). Page 8 Student Handbook - Level Four Lesson 19
Daily Devotions Monday Genesis 39:1 6. Although Joseph was a slave, how did God bless Him? Joseph in Egypt Tuesday Genesis 39:7 10. What was Joseph s answer to the suggestions made by Potiphar s wife? Wednesday Genesis 39:11 18. How did Joseph escape the advances of Potiphar s wife? Thursday Genesis 39:19 20. Although innocent, what happened to Joseph? Friday Genesis 39:21 23. How did God prosper Joseph in prison? Lesson 19 Student Handbook - Level Four Page 9
Joseph interprets the dreams Genesis 40 & 41 1. Joseph interpreted the dreams of the baker and the butler. Which servant was restored to his position in Pharaoh s service and forgot Joseph? (Genesis 40:21,23). 2. Joseph said the interpretation of dreams belonged to (Genesis 40:8). 3. How long did Joesph have to wait before Pharaoh was told of his interpretations? (Genesis 41:1). 4. And the was to Pharaoh because the thing is by and God will shortly bring it to pass. (Genesis 41:32). 5. Pharaoh gave Joseph responsibility because Please use your own words. (Genesis 41:38&39). 6. The events of Genesis 40 and 41 were the means by which some other dreams were to be fulfilled. Do you remember which dreams they were and who had them? (Genesis 37:5-11). Memory Verse And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose. (Romans 8:28). The Lord opens the eyes of the blind; the Lord raises those who are bowed down; the Lord loves the righteous. (Psalm 146:8). Page 10 Student Handbook - Level Four Lesson 20
Daily Devotions Joseph - Prime Minister of Egypt Monday Genesis 40:1 8. What happened to the butler and the baker while in prison with Joseph? Tuesday Genesis 40:9 23. What did Joseph ask the butler to do for him? Wednesday Genesis 41:1 13. What made the butler remember Joseph? Thursday Genesis 41:25 36. How did Joseph advise Pharaoh to act when the dream had been interpreted? Friday Genesis 41:37 45. Why did Pharaoh choose Joseph to be in charge of the land of Egypt? Lesson 20 Student Handbook - Level Four Page 11
Joseph s brothers Genesis 42:1-45:28 a I b a d m f J h o j s l e n p q h s y u o w u y r z b a r c o e t g h i e k r m, d w o h p o r m t y x o v u x s b o d l f d j i k n l t m o n E o g p y q p r t s. z B a u y t v n s o u w z, z d a o b n c o d t e t i h s e i r i e l f y o x r c e u b f e g g h r j i k e l v i e t d n o o r p a q n r g s r t y u w v i x t y h z y a o b u c r d s f e g l h v i e j s a b z e y c z a v u y s t e i y d o v u m s t o t l l d j m i e l h h e l r l e y ; k f l o m r n G o o p d q s r e s n u t v mw e x b y e z f a o b r c e d y e o f u i t b o d p s r k e m s j e p r y v p e g l h i j f k e l. m Genesis 45:4 & 5 Memory Verse He is the Rock, His work is perfect; for all His ways are justice. (Deuteronomy 32:4). If you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. (Matthew 6:14). Page 12 Student Handbook - Level Four Lesson 21
Daily Devotions Monday Genesis 42:1 13. Who did Israel s sons bow down to in Egypt? Joseph restored to his brothers Tuesday Genesis 42:14 26. How did Joseph s brothers feel when Simeon had to stay in prison? Wednesday Genesis 42:27 38. What happened when the brothers opened their grain sacks? Thursday Genesis 43:1 14. What gifts did Israel send to Joseph? Friday Genesis 45:1 11. How did Joseph show he had forgiven his brothers? Lesson 21 Student Handbook - Level Four Page 13
Israel in Egypt Genesis 46-49 Can you find the names of ten of Jacob s descendants in this word search? E B C L E V I D J P J K G A D S L O H M Z Y A A T J S R E U B E N R U E A S H E R K E D P I S I M E O N A H M A N A S S E H C Write down some of the situations you are praying for. Trust God that He knows best and pray for each member of your family. Memory Verse Delight yourself also in the Lord, and He shall give you the desires of your heart. (Psalm 37:4). For My thoughts are not your thoughts, nor are your ways My ways, says the Lord. (Isaiah 55:8). Page 14 Student Handbook - Level Four Lesson 22
Daily Devotions Israel s family restored Monday Genesis 46:1 7. What was the first thing Israel did when he set out for Egypt? Tuesday Genesis 47:1 10. What was Jacob s response to Pharaoh? Wednesday Genesis 47:11 19. What did the people do when they ran out of money? Thursday Genesis 48:8 16. What blessing did Israel bring to Joseph s sons? Friday Psalm 1. How does God s blessing come to the righteous man? Lesson 22 Student Handbook - Level Four Page 15
Protected and led Moses all his life. Gave the baby the name of Moses Israelite slaves, Moses born Genesis 32 & 33 Using your colouring pencils, colour the statement and the person who said it in the same colour. Use six different colours. Brother of Moses Father of Moses Mother of Moses. Looked after baby Moses Memory Verse Pharaoh s Daughter God Aaron Jochebed His mother Amram Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the Lord delivers him out of them all. (Psalm 34:19). Trust in Him at all times, you people; pour out your heart before Him; God is a refuge for us. (Psalm 62:8). Page 16 Student Handbook - Level Four Lesson 23
Daily Devotions Egypt afflicts the Hebrews Monday Exodus 1:8 14. What action did the king of Egypt take to defend Egypt against the Hebrews? Tuesday Exodus 1:15 22. How did Pharaoh plan to stop the Hebrews increasing in numbers? Wednesday Exodus 2:1 4. How did one Hebrew mother try to save her son? Thursday Exodus 2:5 10. What name did Pharaoh s daughter give to the boy she found in the basket on the water? Friday Exodus 2:11 15. How did Moses try to help his fellow Hebrews? Lesson 23 Student Handbook - Level Four Page 17
Moses flees and returns to Egypt Exodus 2:11-25; 3-4 1. Exodus 3:3 Then Moses said, will now.... 2. Exodus 3:8 So I come down... 3. Exodus 2:14 this thing is known! 4. Exodus 13:7... nor shall leaven be... 5. Exodus 2:23... of time that king of Egypt... 6. Exodus 3:9... I have also seen the with... 7. Exodus 3:1... to the back the desert... 8. Exodus 3:10... that you may bring people,... 9. Exodus 1:22 So Pharaoh commanded all his,... 10. Exodus 3:14 I AM I AM. 11. Exodus 1:1 Now these the names... 12. Exodus 2:22 I have been a stranger a... 13. Exodus 2:23... that the king of died. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Memory Verse Be angry, and do not sin : do not let the sun go down on your wrath. (Ephesians 4:26). But the Lord said to me: Do not say, I am a youth, for you shall go to all whom I send you, and whatever I command you, you shall speak. (Jeremiah 1:7). Page 18 Student Handbook - Level Four Lesson 24
Daily Devotions Monday Exodus 2:16 22. How was Moses kindness rewarded? God calls Moses Tuesday Exodus 2:23 25. What did God remember when He heard the cry of the Hebrews? Wednesday Exodus 3:1 10. What did God want Moses to do? Thursday Exodus 3:11 14. How did Moses respond to God s call? Friday Exodus 4:27 31. When the Hebrews believed God had sent a deliverer, what was their response? Lesson 24 Student Handbook - Level Four Page 19
Let My people go Exodus 5-11 The River turns to blood! Aaron said to Moses to stretch out his rod over the waters of Israel. The fish loved the blood. Pharaoh s magicians could do the same, so Pharaoh s heart was softened toward Israel. Pharaoh s magicians could not do this. Pharaoh said that if the Lord would take away the tadpoles he would let the people go and sacrifice to the Lord. When the tadpoles had all died, Pharaoh changed his mind. The Egyptian houses were full of flies. The ground was covered with flies. The Israelites had only a few flies. Moses wanted to go three weeks journey to sacrifice. When the flies left Pharaoh hardened his heart. Tadpoles came on Pharaoh, his people and all his servants. The lice came from the dust of the land. There were lice on man and beast. The magicians brought lice. Pharaoh s heart grew hard. Memory Verse As I live says the Lord, every knee shall bow to Me, and every tongue shall confess to God. (Romans 14:11). For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, is working for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory. (II Corinthians 4:17). Page 20 Student Handbook - Level Four Lesson 25
Daily Devotions Monday Exodus 7:1-5. Who made Pharaoh s heart hard? Hard hearts Tuesday Mark 3:1-5. What did the Pharisees hardness of heart do to Jesus? Wednesday Ephesians 4:17-19. What is the result if we harden our heart? Thursday Hebrews 3:7-11. It is not easy to soften a hard heart. What stops the hardness from happening? Friday II Chronicles 36:11-13. Jeremiah encouraged young Zedekiah to seek the Lord but what did Zedekiah do? Lesson 25 Student Handbook - Level Four Page 21
The first passover, Israel delivered Exodus 12 3. 4. 2. 1. On the (6th, 10th, last) day of this month every man shall take a (goat, lamb, kid) for a household. 5. 2. Keep the lamb until the (1st, 14th, 21st) day of the month and kill it at (twilight, dawn, noon). 1. 3. Eat it (stewed, microwaved, roasted) with unleavened (rolls, fruit, bread). 4. Take a branch of (mint, herbs, hyssop) dipped in lamb s blood and strike the lintel and door (knobs, posts, locks) with the blood. 6. 5. The Lord will not allow the (police, Pharaoh, destroyer) to come into the houses with (paint, scratches, blood) on the doorway. Memory Verse 6. This will be called the (great escape, passover, deliverance) of the Lord for the children of Israel. Obey My voice, and I will be your God, and you shall be My people. And walk in all the ways that I have commanded you, that it may be well with you. (Jeremiah 7:23). I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will guide you with My eye. (Psalm 32:8). Page 22 Student Handbook - Level Four Lesson 26
Daily Devotions Saved by the blood of the Lamb Monday Exodus 12:1-7,12,13. What would God do when He saw the blood on the doorpost? Tuesday I Peter 1:18-19. We are redeemed not with silver or gold but with Wednesday Hebrews 9:11 12. What blood did Jesus use when He entered the most holy place? Thursday Hebrews 9:13-14. What does Jesus blood purge or make clean? Friday I John 1:7. If we walk in the light, what does the blood of Jesus do? Lesson 26 Student Handbook - Level Four Page 23
Crossing the Red Sea Exodus 13:17-15:21 Verse: Memory Verse My times are in Your hand; deliver me from the hand of my enemies, and from those who persecute me. (Psalm 31:15). When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow you. (Isaiah 43:2). Page 24 Student Handbook - Level Four Lesson 27
Daily Devotions God is a mighty deliverer Monday Exodus 14:10-14. The people were afraid but what was God s word to them? Tuesday II Timothy 3:10-11. What was Paul delivered from? Wednesday II Timothy 4:18. What will God deliver Paul from? Thursday Colossians 1:13-14. What are we delivered from? Friday I Thessalonians 1:9-10. What does Jesus deliver us from? Lesson 27 Student Handbook - Level Four Page 25
Manna, water from the rock Exodus 16; 17:1-7 God promised the people they would have fish to eat that night, and enough bread to fill them in the morning. So at evening time, a lot of little clouds called quails came over the camp. The people caught and ate them. Then when they woke up next morning, the people found that the sky was covered with big round things they had never seen before. What is it? they asked. So Moses told them, That is the bread which the king has given you to eat. They called it damper. Every afternoon for the rest of their journey (except on the Sabbath day of every week) God sent the manna to His people. Later on, the people needed milk to drink, so God told Moses to hit a certain rock with his stick. Then water came from the rock. Memory Verse What daily needs did Israel have as the Nation wandered through the desert? In what ways did Israel have to rely on God day by day? What did Jesus teach His followers to pray? (Matthew 6:11) There s a wonderful promise for us in Philippians 4:19. Write it on these lines No one, having put his hand to the plow, and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God. (Luke 9:62). They did not believe His word, but murmured in their tents, and did not heed the voice of the Lord. (Psalm 106:24-25). Page 26 Student Handbook - Level Four Lesson 28
Daily Devotions Monday Exodus 16:1-3. What were the people complaining about here? Not being content Tuesday Exodus 17:1-2. Who did the people contend with beside Moses? Wednesday Psalm 106:24-27. What happened to the Israelites as a result of their murmurings? Thursday John 6:41-43. Why did the Jews murmur against Jesus? Friday Genesis 19:15-26. What was the penalty Lot s wife paid for looking back? Lesson 28 Student Handbook - Level Four Page 27
Sinai and the ten commandments Exodus 19 & 20 Here are the most important words in God s ten laws. Can you fill in the blanks? 1. Have no Gods. 2. Do not make any (idols). 3. Do not take the of the Lord in vain. 4. Remember the day. 5. Honour your and your. 6. Do not. 7. Do not commit (impurity). 8. Do not. 9. Do not (tell lies). 10. Do not (want) anything belonging to others. Can we get to heaven just by keeping His law? (Galatians 3:26) Memory Verse As for me, I will see Your face in righteousness. (Psalm 17:15). Therefore the law was our tutor to bring us to Christ, that we might be justified by faith. (Galatians 3:24). Page 28 Student Handbook - Level Four Lesson 29
Daily Devotions Fulfilling God s law Monday Exodus 19:5-6. What did the Lord promise that the children of Israel would be if they would obey His voice and keep His commandment? Tuesday Romans 8:1-4. How are we set free from the condemnation of law? Wednesday John 13:33-35. How do we know that we are the Lord s disciples? Thursday John 14:15-17. The Lord does not expect us to keep His commandment in our own strength. What is the name of the Helper that the Father gives us? Friday Ephesians 6:1-3. What promise did the Lord make to all children in His commandment to them? Lesson 29 Student Handbook - Level Four Page 29
Moses and the tabernacle Exodus 24-30 1. 2. Outside Inside 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 4. 3. What kind of people were to bring an offering for the building of the tabernacle. (Exodus 35:5) What materials were needed? (Exodus 24-31). Cross out the wrong words. grass gold cement fine linen feathers animal skins silver precious stones oil tiles bricks glass brass steel?wood Who was to do most of the skilled work? (Exodus 31:2). Who were to help him? (Exodus 31:6). Memory Verse Behold, the tabernacle of God is with men, and He will dwell with them. (Revelation 21:3). If you are willing and obedient, you shall eat the good of the land. (Isaiah 1:19). Page 30 Student Handbook - Level Four Lesson 30
Daily Devotions A willing offering Monday Exodus 25:8-9. What did God ask His people to make for Him, and for what purpose? Tuesday Exodus 35:4-9; 35:21. What did God require of His people in order to build the tabernacle? Wednesday I Corinthians 3:16-17. The tabernacle which Moses built no longer exists. Where does God dwell today? Thursday Romans 12:1. Instead of brining an offering of precious objects as the Israelites did, what offering does God ask for us today? Friday Ephesians 5:25-29. Who made an offering so the church could be set apart and clean? Lesson 30 Student Handbook - Level Four Page 31
The golden calf Exodus 32 Fill in the blanks in this story: The people saw that Moses was a long time up on the.... They became very impatient. They seemed to forget about all the wonderful things that the... had done for them since they left.... So they crowded around... and begged him to make.... Aaron told the people to break off their... and give them to him. From these he made a golden.... The Israelites were very excited. It was foolish of them to think they could... this idol as though it stood for the Lord, but they brought... and ate and drank together. They then started wild, sinful dances. Find the eight mistakes in this story: When Moses came down from the mountain and saw the people dancing around the golden horse, he was very happy. He angrily threw down the four pieces of stone on which God had written the law. They were not smashed to pieces. Then he rushed into the camp, broke up the idol into tiny pieces and scattered them on milk which he made the people drink. Aaron blamed the king for what had happened and gave some weak excuses to try to show it was not his fault. Then Moses sat at the gate of the camp and sternly called out, Who is on the Lord s side? Let him come to me. The sons of Levi went to Moses, so he sent them through the bush to kill many who had sinned. Memory Verse If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. (I John 2:15). Pray for those who spitefully use you and persecute you. (Matthew 5:44). Page 32 Student Handbook - Level Four Lesson 31
Daily Devotions Idols Monday Exodus 32:1-4. What did God s people ask of Aaron when they grew tired of waiting for Moses to return? Tuesday Exodus 20:1-6. What is God s attitude to idols or other gods? Wednesday I John 5:18-21. What is John s word to us about idols? Thursday Psalm 96:1-6. Other gods are idols. How do we honour the true God? Friday Psalm 97:7-9. What happens to those who boast of idols? Lesson 31 Student Handbook - Level Four Page 33
Two deductions the spies did make. One was r ight, The other a mistake! Can you deduce for me, the answers from the c lues you see! Twelve spies, 40 years of wandering Numbers 13-14:10 Two deductions the spies did make. One was right, The other a mistake! Can you deduce for me, the answers from the clues you see! Memory Verse Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. (Hebrews 11:1). Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful. (Hebrews 10:23). Page 34 Student Handbook - Level Four Lesson 32
Daily Devotions Monday Numbers 13:17-20,30. Caleb was a man of faith. What was he wanting to do? Faith Tuesday Luke 17:1-6. What did the apostles say to Jesus when He spoke about forgiving others? Wednesday I Cor 13:13. What three things abide (that means do not fail)? Thursday James 5:13-15. What will result from the prayer of faith? Friday I Peter 1:6-9. What do we have from God that is more precious than gold? Lesson 32 Student Handbook - Level Four Page 35
Sonseekers Curriculum Unit One Unit Two Unit Three Unit Four 1. Creation 1 17. Jacob becomes Israel 33. Aaron s rod 49. Saul chosen 2. Creation 2 18. Joseph, the favourite son 34. Moses hits the rock 50. Saul and the Amalekites 3. Adam and Eve 19. Joseph goes to Egypt 35. The bronze serpent 51. David chosen 4. The fall 20. Joseph interprets the 36. Balaam and his ass 52. David and Goliath 5. Cain and Abel dreams 37. Joshua and Rahab 53. David and Jonathan 6. Noah builds an ark 21. Joseph s brothers 38. Crossing the Jordan, 54. David and Saul 7. The flood, Noah and his 22. Israel in Egypt Jericho 55. David crowned 8. sons The tower of Babel 23. Israelite slaves, Moses born 39. The sin of Achan 40. The sun stands still 56. David and the ark 57. Absalom 9. Abram called, Abram 24. Moses flees and returns 41. Gideon s fleece 58. Solomon becomes king and Lot to Egypt 42. Gideon and his army 59. Solomon s temple 10. The covenant with Abraham 11. Ishmael and Isaac 12. Sodom and Gomorrah 13. The sacrifice of Isaac 14. Rebekah, Isaac s bride 15. Jacob and Esau 16. Jacob s ladder, Leah and Rachel 25. Let My people go 26. The first passover, Israel delivered 27. Crossing the Red Sea 28. Manna, water from the rock 29. Sinai and the ten commandments 30. Moses and the tabernacle 31. The golden calf 32. Twelve spies, 40 years of wandering 43. Samson 44. Samson and Delilah 45. Ruth, Naomi and Boaz 46. Hannah 47. Samuel hears God speak 48. Eli, Hophni and Phinehas 60. Israel divided, Rehoboam and Jeroboam 61. Elijah and the widow 62. Elijah on Mount Carmel 63. Good King Jehoshaphat 64. Elisha and the double portion Unit Five Unit Six Unit Seven Unit Eight 65. The widow s oil, a boy raised 66. Naaman 67. Famine in Samaria 68. Jonah 69. The captivity of Israel (the northern kingdom) 70. Hezekiah and Sennacherib 71. Isaiah 72. Josiah 73. Jeremiah 74. The captivity of Judah (the southern kingdom) 75. Daniel interprets the king s dream 76. The fiery furnace 77. The writing on the wall 78. Daniel in the lions den 79. Esther 80. Restoration 81. Zacharias, Elizabeth, Mary and John 82. The birth of Jesus 83. Jesus in the temple 84. John the Baptist 85. Jesus baptised and tempted 86. The call of the disciples 87. Water turned to wine 88. The temple cleansed, Nicodemus 89. The woman at the well 90. Healing of the paralysed man 91. The house built on the rock 92. Jesus stills the storm 93. The feeding of the 5000 94. The centurion s servant 95. Forgiveness in Simon s house 96. The sower and the seed 97. Jairus daughter, a woman touches Jesus 98. Jesus walks on the water 99. Miracles of healing 100. The transfiguration 101. A boy is healed 102. The unmerciful servant 103. A man born blind 104. The good Samaritan 105. Prayer 106. The raising of Lazarus 107. The lost sheep, coin and son 108. Attitudes of a servant 109. The marriage of the king s son 110. The ten lepers 111. The ten virgins 112. The talents 113. Palm Sunday 114. The last supper and Gethsemane 115. The crucifixion 116. The resurrection 117. Peter restored 118. The risen Christ and His ascension 119. The day of Pentecost 120. Peter and John 121. Peter and the Gentiles 122. Stephen 123. Philip 124. Paul s conversion 125. Paul s first missionary journey 126. Paul s second and third missionary journeys 127. Paul s capture and imprisonment 128. Paul s final journey Curriculum Student Handbook- Level Four Page 36