Lesson #216 He Was Transfigured Part 3

Children Sabbath School Lesson #216 for 2-4-2017 Song for opening the Sabbath School: Our Opening Song is a Scripture Song from the Book of Exodus 34:6-7 (KJV) Margin The LORD, The LORD God, merciful and gracious, longsuffering, (2 xs) The LORD, The LORD God, merciful and gracious, (2 xs) and abundant in goodness and truth, (2 xs) Keeping mercy for thousands, forgiving iniquity and transgression and sin, (2 xs) The LORD, The LORD God, merciful and gracious, (2 xs) and abundant in goodness and truth, (2 xs) Exodus 34:6 and 7 Opening Prayer requesting one of the little ones or mommies or daddies to give prayer Lesson #216 He Was Transfigured Part 3 2 Peter 1:16 (KJV) For we have not followed cunningly devised fables, when we made known unto you the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but were eyewitnesses of his majesty. This Sabbath boys and girls, we will end with part 3 of our lesson entitle, He Was Transfigured in our lesson book, Desire of Ages! Luke 9:32 (KJV) But Peter and they that were with him were heavy with sleep: and when they were awake, they saw his glory, and the two men that stood with him. 2 Peter 1:17 (KJV) For he received from God the Father honour and glory, when there came such a voice to him from the excellent glory, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased. 2 Peter 1:18 (KJV) And this voice which came from heaven we heard, when we were with him in the holy mount. Matthew 17:5 (KJV) While he yet spake, behold, a bright cloud overshadowed them: and behold a voice out of the cloud, which said, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased; hear ye him. Matthew 17:6 (KJV) And when the disciples heard [it], they fell on their face, and were sore afraid. Matthew 17:7 (KJV) And Jesus came and touched them, and said, Arise, and be not afraid. Matthew 17:8 (KJV) And when they had lifted up their eyes, they saw no man, save Jesus only. Matthew 17:9 (KJV) And as they came down from the mountain, Jesus charged them, saying, Tell the vision to no man, until the Son of man be risen again from the dead. Children s Sabbath School _ Lesson#216 (2.4.2017) Page 1

Let s continue in our book Desire of Ages, Chapter #46, pages 422-425 Elijah had known loneliness of spirit, as for three years and a half of famine he had borne the burden of the nation's hatred and its woe. Alone he had stood for God upon Mount Carmel. Alone he had fled to the desert in anguish and despair. These men, chosen above every angel around the throne, had come to commune with Jesus concerning the scenes of His suffering, and to comfort Him with the assurance of the sympathy of heaven. The hope of the world, the salvation of every human being, was the burden of their interview. {DA 422.2} Question: How had Elijah known of loneliness of spirit and what were the three scenes mentioned in the paragraph of these lonely experiences? Answer: For three years and a half of famine he had borne the burden of the nation's hatred and its woe, he had stood for God upon Mount Carmel, alone he fled to the desert in anguish and despair. Song: Let s learn our first beautiful song together dear ones from a Spirit of Prophecy book entitle, Ministry of Healing! Scripture Song Singer-Peaceful Rest Ministry of Healing (Page 58) When every other voice is hushed, and in quietness we wait before Him, (2 xs) the silence of the soul makes more distinct the voice of God. He bids us, Be still, Be still and know that I am God. Ministry of Healing page 58 Be still and know Question: Why were Elijah and Moses chosen to commune with Jesus above every angel? And, what was the burden of their interview? Answer: These men, chosen above every angel around the throne, had come to commune with Jesus concerning His suffering, and to comfort Him with the assurance of the sympathy of heaven. And, the burden of their interview was for the hope of the world, the salvation of every human being. Through being overcome with sleep, the disciples heard little of what passed between Christ and the heavenly messengers. Failing to watch and pray, they had not received that which God desired to give them,--a knowledge of the sufferings of Christ, and the glory that should follow. They lost the blessing that might have been theirs through sharing His self-sacrifice. Slow of heart to believe were these disciples, little appreciative of the treasure with which Heaven sought to enrich them. {DA 425.1} Children s Sabbath School _ Lesson#216 (2.4.17) Page 2

Question: What had the disciples not received for failing to watch and pray through being overcome with sleep? And, what else did they lose? Answer: They had not received that which God desired to give them,--a knowledge of the sufferings of Christ, and the glory that should follow. And, they lost the blessing that might have been theirs through sharing His self-sacrifice. Song: Let s learn a song scripture song together dear ones from the book of 1 Peter! Scripture Song Singer-Peaceful Rest 1 Peter 5:7(KJV) He careth for you (2 xs) Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you. 1 Peter 5 verse 7 Yet they received great light. They were assured that all heaven knew of the sin of the Jewish nation in rejecting Christ. They were given a clearer insight into the work of the Redeemer. They saw with their eyes and heard with their ears things that were beyond the comprehension of man. They were eyewitnesses of His majesty (2 Peter 1:16), and they realized that Jesus was indeed the Messiah, to whom patriarchs and prophets had witnessed, and that He was recognized as such by the heavenly universe. {DA 425.2} Question: Was all lost because of the disciples slowness of heart and little appreciation of the treasure with which Heaven sought to enrich them? Answer: No! Yet they received great light. They were assured that all heaven knew of the sin of the Jewish nation in rejecting Christ. They were given a clearer insight into the work of the Redeemer. They were eyewitnesses of His majesty and they realized that Jesus was indeed the Messiah. Song: Let s learn another beautiful scripture song together dear ones from the book of Philippians! Scripture Song Singer-Pillar of Faith Philippians 2:10-11(KJV) That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the earth; every knee should bow And that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. (2 xs) That at the name of Jesus (3 xs) That s the Name! Children s Sabbath School _ Lesson#216 (2.4.17) Page 3

While they were still gazing on the scene upon the mount, a bright cloud overshadowed them: and behold a voice out of the cloud, which said, This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased; hear ye Him. As they beheld the cloud of glory, brighter than that which went before the tribes of Israel in the wilderness; as they heard the voice of God speak in awful majesty that caused the mountain to tremble, the disciples fell smitten to the earth. Question: What happened while the disciples were still gazing on the scene upon the mount? And why did they fall smitten to the earth? Answer: A bright cloud overshadowed them: and behold a voice out of the cloud, which said, This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased; hear ye Him. And, they heard the voice of God speak in awful majesty that caused the mountain to tremble. Song: Let s learn yet another song scripture song together dear ones from the book of Isaiah! Scripture Singer Songs-Character Building Isaiah 12:2 (KJV) Behold, God [is] my salvation; I will trust, and not be afraid: for the LORD JEHOVAH [is] my strength and [my] song; he also is become my salvation. Isaiah 12 verse 2 Continuing: They remained prostrate, their faces hidden, till Jesus came near, and touched them, dispelling their fears with His well-known voice, Arise, and be not afraid. Venturing to lift up their eyes, they saw that the heavenly glory had passed away, the forms of Moses and Elijah had disappeared. They were upon the mount, alone with Jesus. {DA 425.3} Question: How long did the disciples remain prostrate with their faces hidden? And, what happened after they venture to lift up their eyes after hearing the comforting words from their Savious lips? Answer: Till Jesus came near, and touched them, dispelling their fears with His wellknown voice, Arise, and be not afraid. And, they saw that the heavenly glory had passed away, the forms of Moses and Elijah had disappeared. They were upon the mount, alone with Jesus. Song: Let s learn our last song scripture song together dear ones from the book of Isaiah! Scripture Singer Songs-Promises Isaiah 41:10 (KJV) Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness. (2 xs) yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness. Isaiah 41 verse 10 Children s Sabbath School _ Lesson#216 (2.4.17) Page 4

Gather the little ones together! It s Story Time! Our book selection this Sabbath is entitle, Sons and Daughters of God Chapter 5-His Simplicity Gave Him Favor And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favour with God and man. Luke 2:52. {SD 132.1} It was the simplicity of the life of Christ, and His freedom from pride and vanity, that gave Him favor with God and man. He did not seek to attract attention for distinction. {SD 132.2} The life of Christ was passed in simplicity and purity.... His wisdom was great, but it was child-like, and increased with His years. His childhood possessed peculiar gentleness, and marked loveliness. His character was full of beauty, and unsullied perfection. {SD 132.3} In the life of Christ we see the only safe pattern for all children and youth. When children are disposed to rebel against parental authority, they are condemned by the life of their Redeemer, who was Himself once a child, and obedient to His parents. In what marked contrast is the character of children now. The majority of children live for their own pleasure, for the purpose of display. Some try to make brilliant speeches, that they may attract notice. Some seem to think that their worth will be estimated by their appearance. They are very precise in their dress, and devote much time and means for display, that they may attract attention, while they do not find time for, and have an interest in, secret prayer. They neglect the inward adorning, the ornament of a meek and quiet spirit, which, the apostle tells us, is of great price in the sight of God.... {SD 132.4} Wealth and dress are so common that, while they may excite envy, they cannot command true respect and admiration. A cultivated mind, adorned with the grace of meekness and humility, a pure and upright heart, will be reflected in the countenance, and command love and respect. {SD 132.5} If the youth would become strong in mind, pure in morals, firm in spiritual power, let them follow the example of Jesus in His simplicity, in His submission to parental restraint. {SD 132.6} Next Week: We will begin a new chapter in our lesson entitle, Ministry of our book Desire of Ages Closing Prayer request one of the little ones or mommies or daddies to give prayer. Next Sabbath: Chapter 47 Ministry Sabbath February 11, 2017. Children s Sabbath School _ Lesson#216 (2.4.17) Page 5

Have a Blessed Sabbath dear one, and enjoy your activities. God Bless! Children Sabbath School Lesson #216 Luke 9:32 (KJV) But Peter and they that were with him were heavy with sleep: and when they were awake, they saw his glory, and the two men that stood with him. Children s Sabbath School _ Lesson#216 (2.4.17) Page 6

Word Search Puzzle T W A S C E H H X B A S H Q V S Y K L T R P Z J N S A C U K A R X A S R H M U U E K L O I J U R O L A N G E L J T E Y B S O L U I H D A V M M L N H U F A K H L E A G L R E A A F A M I N E J R P O S G D N E B N N T T I Z L U D A L E M R A C A L G D O I E M R E S L N V H S Y P A L C O M F O R T S N E R E H E O R S E G I U G S N X I N O O O D M N N P O J N K Q C N W P S N L E W H E D L E E R G O J Q E I U W E T F L E D C M I G C T A R Y R Z N R D V E J C H K J L O S D S S H A T J R G D U R L L X E I D K C C N Y T K C E E B O W V L S S T D E H D R I N E M X Y C M O Y I N U T J X S E X K E P S H Z H N T T E E S L L C W P U O X A V L K J U O V S P W E B T F A A F I W M M O E H M C A S S U R A N C E I V Z E W I B I S A T N U O M H N G N I R E F F U S H Q Q N D W W N X G U U L G N O I T A N H S K ALONE ANGEL ANGUISH ASSURANCE BORNE BURDEN CARMEL CHOSEN COMFORT COMMUNE CONCERNING DESERT DESPAIR DISCIPLES ELIJAH FAMINE FLED GOD HALF HATRED HEAVEN HOPE HUMAN INTERVIEW JESUS LITTLE LONELINESS MEN MOUNT NATION OVERCOME SALVATION SCENES SLEEP STOOD SUFFERING SYMPATHY THRONE WOE WORLD 40 of 40 words were placed into the puzzle. Children s Sabbath School _ Lesson#216 (2.4.17) Page 7

Cryptogram Puzzle #1 Cryptogram Puzzle #2 Unscramble each cryptogram of the clue words. The character style to solve the two cryptogram puzzles phrase is by Number There clues are on page #1 Children s Sabbath School _ Lesson#216 (2.4.17) Page 8

Crisscross Puzzle AFRAID APPRECIATIVE ASSURED AWFUL BELOVED CLEARER COMPREHENSION DISAPPEARED ELIJAH ENRICH EYEWITNESSES GAZING GLORY HEAVENLY HIDDEN INSIGHT JEWISH KNOWLEDGE MAJESTY MESSENGERS MESSIAH MOUNT MOUNTAIN NATION OVERSHADOWED PATRIARCHS PROPHETS PROSTRATE REALIZED REDEEMER SCENE SELF-SACRIFICE SMITTEN SUFFERINGS TREASURE TREMBLE TRIBES UNIVERSE WELL-KNOWN WITNESSED 40 of 40 words were placed into the puzzle Children s Sabbath School _ Lesson#216 (2.4.17) Page 9

Double Puzzle ADMIRATION ATTRACT AUTHORITY CHILD-LIKE COUNTENANCE DISTINCTION ORNAMENT PECULIAR RESTRAINT SIMPLICITY SUBMISSION UNSULLIED Unscramble each of the clue words. Copy the letters in the numbered cells to other cells with the same number. A clue is found on page 5 Children s Sabbath School _ Lesson#216 (2.4.17) Page 10

Activities Answer Key Word Search Puzzle Solution T + + + + E H H + B + S H + + S Y + + + R + + + N S A C U + A + + A S + H + + + E + + O I J + R O L A N G E L + T + + + S + L U I H D + V M + + N H + F A + + + E A G L + E A A F A M I N E + + P + + + D N E B N N T T + + L U D A L E M R A C A + + + O I E + R E S L N V H + Y + + + C O M F O R T S N E R E + E O + S E + + + G + N + I N O O O D + N N P + + N + + + N + P + N L E W H E D + E E + + O + + + I + + E T F L E D C M I G C + + R + + + N + + + E + + + + J L O S + S + H + + + R + D + R L + + E I D + C C + + T + + + E + O + V + S S T + E + + R I N E M + + C + O + I + U T + + S E + + E P + + + H N + T + E S L + + + P + O + + V L + + U O + S + W E + + + + A + + W + + O E + M C A S S U R A N C E I + + + + + + + S A T N U O M + + G N I R E F F U S + + + N + + + + + + + + + + N O I T A N + + + (Over, Down, Direction) ALONE (2, 5, NE) ANGEL (11, 3, E) ANGUISH (1, 7, NE) ASSURANCE (3, 18, E) BORNE (4, 6, SE) BURDEN (10, 1, SW) CARMEL (20, 6, W) CHOSEN (11, 11, NW) COMFORT (1, 8, E) COMMUNE (8, 2, SE) CONCERNING (2, 18, N) DESERT (1, 6, N) DESPAIR (12, 13, S) DISCIPLES (12, 10, SE) ELIJAH (3, 6, NE) FAMINE (9, 5, E) FLED (7, 11, E) GOD (14, 11, SW) HALF (13, 1, SE) HATRED (6, 4, SE) HEAVEN (14, 4, S) HOPE (15, 7, S) HUMAN (1, 16, S) INTERVIEW (6, 9, S) JESUS (11, 12, SW) LITTLE (12, 12, SW) LONELINESS (7, 10, NE) MEN (19, 14, W) MOUNT (6, 19, W) NATION (17, 20, W) OVERCOME (18, 17, NW) SALVATION (12, 1, SW) SCENES (16, 12, NW) SLEEP (8, 14, NW) STOOD (4, 17, N) SUFFERING (17, 19, W) SYMPATHY (17, 8, N) THRONE (18, 13, N) WOE (15, 17, NW) WORLD (9, 10, NE) 40 of 40 words were placed into the puzzle. Cryptogram Puzzles #1 Solution The final completed cryptogram puzzle #1 verses from page #8 1 Peter 1:16 (KJV) Cryptogram Puzzles #2 Solution The final completed cryptogram puzzle #2 verses from page #8 Matthew 17:5 (KJV) Children s Sabbath School _ Lesson#216 (2.4.17) Page 11

Crisscross Puzzle Solution For the final crisscross words puzzle in page #9 Across 5. 7. 9. 12. 13. 14. 16. 18. 20. 21. 23. 27. 28. 30. 31. 32. 35. 36. 38. 40. Down 1. 2. 3. 4. 6. 8. 10. 11. 15. 17. 19. 22. 24. 25. 26. 29. 33. 34. 37. 39. Place each word in their proper place in the puzzle There are 20 words across and 20 words down Double Puzzle Solution For the final scramble double words puzzle in page #10 12 Of 12 words were placed into the puzzle SIMPLICITY ATTRACT DISTINCTION CHILD-LIKE PECULIAR UNSULLIED AUTHORITY ORNAMENT ADMIRATION COUNTENANCE SUBMISSION RESTRAINT The Double Puzzle Final Message Solution For the final message double phrase in page #10 Luke 2:52 (KJV) Children s Sabbath School _ Lesson#216 (2.4.17) Page 12