Winter 2017-2018 Scope and Sequence JESUS IS GOD S GIFT Jesus is God s gift, born on Christmas. Jesus is God s gift for everyone. Jesus is God s gift of love. Jesus is God s gift, and we love him. I m thankful that Jesus is God s gift. JESUS LOVES EVERYONE Jesus loves everyone. Jesus loves everyone, and we love Jesus. Jesus loves everyone, and we love others. I m glad that Jesus loves everyone. JESUS HELPS SICK PEOPLE Jesus helps sick people. Jesus helps sick people because he loves them. Jesus helps sick people, and we can, too. We re thankful that Jesus helps sick people. JESUS IS BORN The Angel Comes to Mary Luke 1:26-38 Jesus Is Born Angels Announce Jesus Birth to Shepherds Luke 2:8-15 The Shepherds Worship Jesus Luke 2:15-20 The Wise Men Worship Jesus JESUS MIRACLES Jesus Heals a Man Who Has Been Sick for 38 Years John 5:1-9 Jesus Feeds More Than 5,000 People John 6:1-14 Jesus Heals a Blind Man Mark 10:46-52 A Miraculous Catch of Fish John 21:1-13 ZACCHAEUS Zacchaeus Learns to Love Jesus Luke 19:1-4 Jesus Calls Zacchaeus Down From the Tree Luke 19:5-7 Zacchaeus Shows That He Is Sorry Luke 19:8 Zacchaeus Learns Right From Wrong Luke 19:9-10 God Tells Isaiah That a Savior Will Come Isaiah 11:1-6; 35:3-10 Mary and Elizabeth Celebrate Their Part in God s Plan Luke 1:26-56 Jesus Is Born in Bethlehem The Angels Tell the Shepherds of Jesus Birth Luke 2:8-20 The Wise Men Seek Jesus Matthew 2:1-13 JESUS GROWS UP Joseph and Mary Bring Baby Jesus to the Temple Luke 2:21-40 Joseph and Mary Find Jesus in the Temple Luke 2:41-52 Jesus Is Baptized by John Matthew 3:13-17 Jesus Is Tempted in the Wilderness Matthew 4:1-11 JESUS IS WITH US Jesus Welcomes the Children Matthew 18:1-5, 10; 19:13-15 Jesus Talks to a Samaritan Woman John 4:4-30, 39 Jesus Calms the Storm Matthew 8:23-27 Jesus Heals Jairus Daughter Luke 8:40-42, 49-56 Gabriel Appears to Mary Luke 1:26-38 Jesus Is Born in Bethlehem Angels Appear to Shepherds Luke 2:8-20 Wise Men Bring Gifts to Jesus JESUS GROWS UP Jesus Learns in the Temple Luke 2:41-52 John the Baptist Tells About Jesus John 1:19-28 Jesus Begins His Public Ministry Matthew 3:13-17 Jesus Is Tempted Luke 4:1-13 JESUS MINISTRY Jesus Feeds 5,000 People Mark 6:35-44 Jesus Tells About the Good Samaritan Jesus Heals 10 Lepers Luke 17:11-19 Friends Bring a Man to Jesus to Be Healed Mark 2:1-12 Zacchaeus Changes His Ways John the Baptist Is Born Luke 1:5-25, 57-66 An Angel Appears to Mary Luke 1:26-45 Jesus Is Born in Bethlehem Simeon and Anna See Jesus Luke 2:21-38 Jesus Asks Questions in the Temple Luke 2:41-52 JESUS MIRACLES Jesus Turns Water Into Wine John 2:1-11 Jesus Heals a Paralyzed Man Jesus Is Transfigured Luke 9:28-36 Jesus Raises Lazarus John 11:1-44 JESUS, OUR FRIEND Jesus Visits Zacchaeus Home Jesus Comforts His Disciples During a Storm Mark 6:45-51 Jesus Calls His Disciples His Friends John 15:12-17 Jesus Asks Peter, Do You Love Me? Luke 22:54-62; John 21:15-17 GROWING UP Change Hebrews 13:8 Body Image Ephesians 2:10 Opposites Attract? Colossians 3:12-14 Dealing With Emotions John 11:35 To Eternity and Beyond! Matthew 6:25-34 PARENTS AND OTHER AUTHORITIES Playing by the Rules Mark 12:28-31 Relating to Authority Romans 13:1-4 Parents Perspective Mark 5:22-24a, 35b-43 Living Up to Expectations Ephesians 6:7-8 THE HOLY SPIRIT Who Is the Holy Spirit? Ezekiel 36:26-27 The Holy Spirit, Our Helper John 14:16-17 The Holy Spirit, Our Guide John 16:13 The Fruit of the Spirit Galatians 5:22-23
Spring 2018 Scope and Sequence JESUS IS WITH US WHEN WE RE SCARED Jesus is with us when we re scared of storms. Mark 4:35-41 Jesus is with us when we re scared of the dark. Mark 4:35-41 Jesus is with us when we re scared of being alone. Mark 4:35-41 JESUS IS ALIVE Jesus is alive. Jesus is alive and cares for us. Jesus is alive and with us all the time. Jesus is alive and loves us. We re thankful that Jesus is alive. We can tell others that Jesus is alive! GOD IS WITH US God is with us. 1 Samuel 17:1-50 God is with us all the time. 1 Samuel 17:1-50 God is with us because he loves us. 1 Samuel 17:1-50 I m thankful that God is with us. 1 Samuel 17:1-50 WORSHIPPING GOD Paul and Silas Sing Praises in Prison Acts 16:16-34 Paul and Silas Pray in Prison Acts 16:16-34 Paul and Silas Are Set Free Acts 16:16-34 JESUS DEATH AND RESURRECTION Jesus Washes the Disciples Feet John 13:1-17 Jesus Enters Jerusalem as a King Mark 11:1-11 Jesus Shares a Final Meal With His Disciples Mark 14:12-26, 32-42 Jesus Dies on the Cross Mark 15:25-38 Jesus Rises on the Third Day Mark 16:1-8 Jesus Sends Out His Followers to Share the Good News Matthew 28:16-20; Acts 1:6-11 HELPING OTHERS KNOW GOD A Servant Girl Sends Naaman to Visit Elisha, the Prophet 2 Kings 5:1-9 Be Kind 2 Kings 5:1-14 King Josiah Leads God s People to Repair the Temple 2 Kings 22:1 23:3 Tell Everyone 2 Kings 22:1 23:3 GOD S CALLING Saul Sees a Blinding Light Acts 9:1-9 Ananias Obeys God Acts 9:10-22 Saul s Friends Help Him Escape Acts 9:23-25 JESUS LAST DAYS Lazarus, Come Out! John 11:1-45 Jesus Rides Into Jerusalem Matthew 21:1-11 Jesus Last Supper and Arrest Matthew 26:17-30, 36-56 Jesus Trial and Crucifixion Matthew 26:57-75; 27:11-56 Jesus Is Alive! Luke 24:1-12 THE FIRST CHRISTIANS Barnabas Encourages Saul Acts 9:26-31 Paul and Barnabas Share the Good News Acts 13:1-5 Lydia Meets Paul Acts 16:11-15 Priscilla and Aquila Help Paul Acts 18:1-4, 18-28 Paul Shares the Good News in a Stormy Sea Acts 27:13-44 ACTS Peter Heals a Man at the Temple Gate Acts 3:1-16 Saul Decides to Follow Jesus Acts 9:1-22 Philip Tells the Ethiopian About Jesus Acts 8:26-40 JESUS CRUCIFIXION AND RESURRECTION Jesus Enters Jerusalem Matthew 21:1-11 Jesus Washes His Disciples Feet John 13:1-17 Jesus Is Arrested at Gethsemane Matthew 26:36-56 Jesus Is Crucified Matthew 27:32-61 Jesus Rises From the Dead Matthew 28:1-7 WORSHIP Jesus Explains True Worship John 4:4-28 God Speaks to Moses Exodus 19:3 20:21 The Psalms Show Love for God Psalms 23; 122; 150 David Leads the People in Worship 1 Chronicles 16:1-36 God s Presence Fills the Temple 2 Chronicles 5:1-14 PAUL S JOURNEYS Paul Is Called by God Galatians 1:11-18 Paul and Silas Pray and Sing in Prison Acts 16:16-34 Paul Is Shipwrecked Acts 27:9-44 JESUS CRUCIFIXION AND RESURRECTION Jesus Washes His Disciples Feet John 13:1-20 Jesus Prays Alone at Gethsemane Mark 14:32-42 Jesus Is Put on Trial John 18:28 19:16 Jesus Is Crucified Matthew 27:32-60 Jesus Rises From the Dead Matthew 28:1-10 WHAT GOD WANTS The Holy Spirit Descends Upon the Church at Pentecost Acts 2:1-12, 38-41 Jesus Clears the Temple Matthew 21:12-17 The Early Christians Gather for Fellowship Acts 2:41-47; 4:32-37 Everyone Is Welcome Acts 6:1-7 Aquila and Priscilla Help Paul Spread the Good News Acts 18:18-26 STRUGGLES KIDS FACE Beating the Bully Factor Psalm 124 Never-Ending Blues? Psalm 34:17-19 Dealing With Family Crises Psalm 23 What Did You Say? Ephesians 4:29 NEW LIFE IN CHRIST New and Improved 2 Corinthians 5:17 Bible Basics Hebrews 4:12 Show-and-Tell Faith Acts 1:8 Resurrection Power Romans 8:10-13 Welcome Back, Jesus! 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 SUCCESS AND FAILURE Champion Friendships Romans 13:8-10 The Agony of Defeat Luke 22:54-62 Success: Jesus-Style Philippians 1:20 Awesome Attitudes Philippians 1:3-6
Summer 2018 Scope and Sequence GOD WATCHES OVER US God watches over us all the time. God watches over us wherever we are. God watches over us because he loves us. I m happy that God watches over us. GOD IS STRONG God is strong. God is strong and helps us. God is strong and hears our prayers. God is strong and can do anything. I m thankful that God is strong. WE CAN TALK TO GOD We can talk to God. 1 Samuel 1:1 2:11, 18-19; 3:1-19 We can talk to God in our prayers. 1 Samuel 1:1 2:11, 18-19; 3:1-19 We can talk to God, and he hears us. 1 Samuel 1:1 2:11, 18-19; 3:1-19 I m thankful that we can talk to God. 1 Samuel 1:1 2:11, 18-19; 3:1-19 BABY MOSES God Protects Baby Moses Exodus 1:22 2:10 Miriam Watches Over Baby Moses Exodus 2:3-6 Moses Mother Cares for Him Exodus 2:7-9 Moses Grows Up Exodus 2:10 THE LIFE OF MOSES God Calls Moses to Help His People Exodus 3:1-12 God Parts the Red Sea and Saves His People God Gives the Ten Commandments Exodus 19:3 20:17 God Wants to Be First in Our Lives Exodus 20:1-11 God Gives Us Rules on How to Love Others Exodus 20:12-17 ESTHER Esther Is Chosen to Be Queen Esther 2:1-18 Esther Learns of Haman s Plan Esther 4:1-17 Esther Reveals Haman s Plot Esther 5:1-8; 7:1-7, 10 The People Celebrate Their Freedom Esther 8:1-17 MOSES LEADS GOD S PEOPLE God Speaks to Moses Exodus 3:1 4:17 God Sends Plagues Upon Egypt Exodus 7:14 12:30 God Parts the Red Sea Exodus 13:17 14:31 God Provides Manna and Quail Exodus 16:1-35 God Gives the Ten Commandments Exodus 20:1-17; 32:1-35 THE TEN COMMANDMENTS Honor God: The Israelites Build the Tabernacle Exodus 20:1-11; 25:1-8; 35:4-29; 36:8; 40:34-38 Honor Your Parents: Absalom Fights for King David s Throne Exodus 20:12; 2 Samuel 15 18 Always Tell the Truth: The Deceit of Achan Exodus 20:16; Joshua 7 Be Happy With What You Have: Ahab Covets Naboth s Vineyard Exodus 20:17; 1 Kings 21 ESTHER Esther Becomes Queen Esther 2:1-18 Mordecai and Esther Work Together Esther 4:1-17 Esther Confronts King Xerxes Esther 5:1-8; 7:1-7, 10 The Jews Celebrate Esther 8:17; 9:18-23 A LEADER FOR GOD S PEOPLE Miriam Looks Out for Her Brother Exodus 1:22 2:10 God Calls Moses to Lead God s People Exodus 3:1 4:17 God Sends Plagues on Egypt Exodus 7:14 10:29 The Angel of Death Passes Over the Israelites Homes Exodus 11:1 12:30 God s People Cross the Red Sea Exodus 13:17 14:31 GOD S PEOPLE IN THE WILDERNESS God Sends Manna and Quail Exodus 16:1-35 God Gives Moses the Ten Commandments Exodus 20:1-17 The People Worship the Golden Calf Exodus 32:1-35 God Leads the People With Pillars of Cloud and Fire Exodus 13:17-22; 40:36-38 GIDEON God Speaks to Gideon Judges 6:11-24 Gideon Asks for a Sign Judges 6:36-40 Gideon Chooses Men for Battle Judges 7:1-8 Gideon and His Men Defeat the Midianites Judges 7:9-21 JOSEPH Joseph Is Sold Into Slavery Genesis 37:3-36 Joseph Interprets Dreams in Prison Genesis 39:20 40:23 Joseph Rises to Power Genesis 41:1-57 Joseph s Brothers Come to Egypt Genesis 42:1 45:28 THE TEN COMMANDMENTS Honor God s Name; Worship Only God; Have No Idols Exodus 20:3-7 Keep the Sabbath as a Holy Day Exodus 20:8-11 Don t Commit Adultery; Honor Your Parents Exodus 20:12, 14 Don t Kill, Steal, or Lie Exodus 20:13, 15-16 Don t Covet Exodus 20:17 JOSHUA The 12 Spies Go Into Canaan Numbers 13:1 14:30 God Speaks to Joshua Joshua 1:1-9 Joshua Leads the People Across the Jordan River Joshua 3:1 4:24 Joshua Spares Rahab Because She Helped the Spies Joshua 2:1-21; 6:1-27 HEROES What s a Hero? Acts 14:8-15 Esther: Taking Risks Esther 4:6-17 Nehemiah: Being Faithful Nehemiah 6:1-9 Gideon: Mind If I Ask? Judges 6:33-40 Jesus: Our Hero Colossians 1:15-22 OUR TROUBLED SOCIETY Violence James 4:1-6 Poverty James 1:27 Sexuality Romans 12:1-2 Abuse Matthew 8:1-3 SERVING GOD What a Team! 1 Corinthians 12:12-27 Modern-Day Disciples Matthew 4:18-22 You re Gifted! Romans 12:6-8 Reach Out and Touch Someone Matthew 25:31-46
Fall 2018 Scope and Sequence GOD MADE THE WORLD God made the land. God made the sky. God made the sea. God made the plants. GOD MADE THE ANIMALS God made the creatures of the sky. God made the creatures of the sea. God made the jungle animals. God made the farm animals. God made pets. GOD MADE ME God made me in his image. Genesis 1:27-28 God made me with hands and feet. Genesis 1:27-28 God made me different and special. Genesis 1:27-28 I m happy that God made me! Genesis 1:27-28 JOSEPH Joseph Receives a Special Coat Genesis 37:1-4 Reuben Tries to Be Kind to Joseph Genesis 37:18-30 Joseph s Brothers Lie About His Disappearance Genesis 37:26-35 Joseph Shares With His Brothers Genesis 39:2 43:34 Joseph Forgives His Brothers Genesis 45:1 47:12; 50:14-21 DAVID AND GOLIATH David Defeats a Lion and a Bear 1 Samuel 16:11-12; 17:34-37 David Does Big Things for God 1 Samuel 16:16 17:51 David Follows His Father s Directions 1 Samuel 17:1-22 God Helps David Defeat Goliath 1 Samuel 17:23-51 DANIEL AND HIS FRIENDS Daniel and His Friends Are Forced to Move to Babylon Daniel 1:1-3 Daniel and His Friends Study at the King s Court Daniel 1:4-21 Daniel Helps the King Understand His Dream Daniel 2:1-3, 19 God Watches Over Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego Daniel 3:1-30 JOSEPH Joseph s Brothers Get Angry at Him Genesis 37:1-36 Joseph Is an Excellent Servant in Potiphar s House Genesis 39:1-6 Joseph Goes to Prison Genesis 39:7-23 Joseph Interprets Dreams and Saves Egypt Genesis 40:1 41:57 Joseph Forgives His Brothers Genesis 42:1 46:34 DAVID AND JONATHAN Jonathan Shares With David 1 Samuel 18:1-4 Jonathan and David Stick by Each Other 1 Samuel 19:1-6 Jonathan Helps David 1 Samuel 20:1-40 Jonathan and David Remain Faithful Friends 1 Samuel 20:41-42 DANIEL AND HIS FRIENDS Daniel Prays to God Daniel 6:1-10 Daniel Stands Firm in His Prayers to God Daniel 6:11-15 Daniel Faces Death and Still Prays Daniel 6:16-23 Daniel and the King Give Thanks Daniel 6:25-27 RUTH Ruth Stays With Naomi Ruth 1:1-16 Ruth Gleans in Boaz s Field Ruth 2:1-23 Ruth Follows Naomi s Plan Ruth 3:1-15 Boaz and Ruth Are Married Ruth 4:1-15 DAVID Samuel Anoints David 1 Samuel 16:1-13 David Fights Goliath 1 Samuel 17:1-51 David Spares Saul s Life 1 Samuel 24:1-22 Abigail Brings Food to David 1 Samuel 25:1-35 FRIENDSHIP Jonathan and David Make a Covenant 1 Samuel 18:1-4 Jonathan Defends David s Victories to Saul 1 Samuel 19:1-7 Saul Nearly Comes Between David and Jonathan 1 Samuel 20:1-23 David and Jonathan Weep When David Must Leave 1 Samuel 20:24-42 God Is a Friend to David 2 Samuel 2:1-7; 7:1-16 DAVID: SHEPHERD AND KING David Serves in King Saul s Court 1 Samuel 16:14-23 David Spares King Saul s Life 1 Samuel 24 David Responds to God s Promise 2 Samuel 7:18-29 David Is Kind to Mephibosheth 2 Samuel 9:1-13 David Fights Against Absalom 2 Samuel 15 19 ESTHER: THE COURAGEOUS QUEEN Esther Is Made Queen Esther 2:1-18 Mordecai Saves the King Esther 2:21 3:6; 5:9 6:12 Esther Intervenes for Her People Esther 3:8-11; 4:1 5:8; 7:1-10 The King Helps the Jewish People Esther 8:1-17 ADVENTURES WITH DANIEL AND COMPANY Daniel Refuses to Eat Tainted Food Daniel 1:3-17 Daniel s Friends Refuse to Bow to Idols Daniel 3:1-30 Nebuchadnezzar Learns to Praise God Daniel 4:4-37 God Rescues Daniel in the Lions Den Daniel 6:1-28 FRIENDSHIPS Making Friends Romans 12:9-18 Let s Talk! Ephesians 4:25-32 Faith and Friendships Romans 15:7-12 Best Friends Proverbs 17:17 SELF-ESTEEM Very Important People 1 John 3:1-2 Go for the Goal Philippians 3:12-14 I ve Got Confidence! Joshua 1:6-9 Created by God Genesis 1:26-27 GOD S LOVE Showing God s Love 1 John 4:7-12 Seeking God s Forgiveness 1 John 1:5-10 Accepting God s Grace Romans 5:6-9 Depending on God s Help Following God s Priorities Colossians 3:1-4, 17
Winter 2018-2019 Scope and Sequence JESUS CAME AS A BABY Jesus was born in a stable. The animals gave Jesus a bed. The shepherds came to visit Jesus. Jesus was born on a special night. Wise men brought gifts to Jesus. JESUS IS OUR FRIEND Our friend Jesus cares for us. Mark 5:21-24, 35-42; Luke 17:11-19; John 6:1-13 Our friend Jesus helps us when we re sick. Mark 5:21-24, 35-42; Luke 17:11-19; John 6:1-13 We can be a friend to Jesus. Mark 5:21-24, 35-42; Luke 17:11-19; John 6:1-13 We can thank Jesus for being our friend. Mark 5:21-24, 35-42; Luke 17:11-19; John 6:1-13 JESUS LOVES US Jesus loves everyone. Mark 10:14-16 Jesus loves children. Mark 10:14-16 Jesus loves us all the time. Mark 10:14-16 We love Jesus, too. Mark 10:14-16 Prophets Predict Jesus Birth Isaiah 7:14; 9:2-7; Micah 5:2 Angels Appear to Mary and Joseph Matthew 1:18-25; Luke 1:26-38 The Son of God Is Born! Angels Announce Jesus' Birth to Shepherds Luke 2:8-20 Foreign Visitors Worship Jesus JESUS CARES Friends Bring a Paralyzed Man to Jesus Jesus Heals Jairus Daughter Luke 8:40-56 Jesus Heals a Blind Man John 9:1-11, 35-38 Jesus Heals 10 Men With Leprosy Luke 17:11-19 JESUS LOVES US Jesus Is the Good Shepherd John 10:3-4, 14-15; Isaiah 43:1 A Shepherd Finds His Lost Sheep Luke 15:1-7 Jesus Provides for Our Needs Psalm 23 Jesus, the Good Shepherd, Loves His Children Psalm 23; Matthew 18:10-14 Prophets Predict Jesus Birth Isaiah 7:14; 9:2-7; Micah 5:2 The Son of God Is Born! Angels Announce Jesus Birth to Shepherds Luke 2:8-14 The Shepherds Hurry to Find the Newborn Infant King Luke 2:15-20 Foreign Visitors Worship Jesus JESUS MIRACLES Jesus Changes Water Into Wine John 2:1-11 Jesus Calms the Storm Mark 4:35-41 Jesus Feeds 5,000 People John 6:1-15 Peter and Jesus Walk on Water Matthew 14:22-33 JESUS PARABLES The Parable of the Sower Luke 8:4-15 The Parable of the Lost Son Luke 15:11-32 Jesus Tells About the Good Samaritan Jesus Tells About the 10 Servants and Their Gifts Luke 19:11-26 John Is Born Luke 1:5-25, 57-65 Jesus Is Born Simeon and Anna See Jesus Luke 2:21-38 Mary and Joseph Take Jesus to Egypt Matthew 2:13-18 JESUS CARES God Provides for Our Needs Matthew 6:25-27 A Widow Gives All She Has to God Mark 12:41-44 Jesus Raises Jairus Daughter Mark 5:21-24, 35-42 Jesus Tells About a Shepherd Looking for a Lost Sheep Luke 15:1-7 Jesus Welcomes the Children Matthew 18:1-6; 19:13-15 FAMILIES Abram Shares the Land With Lot Genesis 13:1-12 A Father Welcomes His Son Home Luke 15:11-32 Timothy Obeys Lois, Eunice, and Paul Ephesians 6:1-3; 1 Timothy 4:7b, 12, 13, 16; 2 Timothy 2:16, 23; 4:2, 5 God s People Share What They Have Acts 4:32-37 Prophets Predict Jesus Birth Isaiah 7:14; Micah 5:2 God Speaks to Joseph in a Dream Matthew 1:18-25 Foreign Visitors Worship Jesus Mary and Joseph Flee to Egypt Matthew 2:13-23 FOLLOWING JESUS Nicodemus Comes to Learn From Jesus John 3:1-21 Jesus Heals the Centurion s Servant Matthew 8:5-13 Jesus Talks to a Rich Young Man Matthew 19:16-30 Mary Chooses to Listen to Jesus Luke 10:38-42 Jesus Talks to a Samaritan Woman John 4:1-26, 39-42 JESUS PARABLES Parable of the Sower Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23 Parable of the Good Samaritan Parable of the Unforgiving Servant Matthew 18:23-35 Parable of the Prodigal Son Luke 15:1-32 WHEN JESUS CAME Ready and Waiting Luke 1:26-38 John s Message Luke 3:2b-4 Celebrating Jesus Birth Jesus, Our Example Philippians 2:1-11 RELATIONSHIPS Handling Conflict Matthew 5:38-42 Forgiving Others Matthew 18:21-35 Between Guys and Girls Ephesians 5:1-10 Standing Strong Numbers 14:20-24 Building Others Up 1 Thessalonians 5:4-11 MONEY AND TIME Too Many Things Mark 10:17-31 Using Money Wisely Matthew 25:14-29 Making the Most of Opportunities Galatians 6:7-10 Time for God Daniel 6:6-10
Spring 2019 Scope and Sequence JESUS CARES Jesus cares about us all the time. Jesus sends people to care for us. We can care for others like Jesus cares. We can be happy that Jesus cares. We are thankful that Jesus cares. JESUS IS ALIVE Jesus is alive and with us. Jesus wants us to know that he s alive. We can live with Jesus, too. We can tell others that Jesus is alive. We can thank God that Jesus is alive. THE BIBLE IS GOD S BOOK God gave us the Bible. 2 Chronicles 34:1 35:19 God gave us the Bible because he loves us. 2 Chronicles 34:1 35:19 The Bible tells us about God. 2 Chronicles 34:1 35:19 JESUS DEATH AND RESURRECTION Peter Is Asked to Show His Love to Jesus John 21:15-25 Jesus Enters Jerusalem as a King Matthew 21:1-11; Luke 19:28-40 Jesus Shares a Special Meal With His Friends Luke 22:7-20 Jesus Prays in the Garden Mark 14:32-50; Luke 22:39-54a Jesus Dies on the Cross Luke 22:63 23:47 Jesus Rises From the Dead Matthew 28:1-8; Luke 24:1-12 JESUS APPEARS TO HIS FOLLOWERS Thomas Doubts That Jesus Has Risen From the Dead John 20:19-20, 24-29 Jesus Goes Back to Heaven Matthew 28:16-20; Acts 1:6-11 The Holy Spirit Comes at Pentecost Acts 2:1-12, 38-42 THE CHURCH The Early Christians Share Everything Acts 2:42-47; 4:32-37 The Early Church Prays for Peter Acts 12:1-17 Lydia Invites Paul Into Her Home Acts 16:11-15 Priscilla and Aquila Help Teach About Jesus Acts 18:1-28 5 & 6 THE EASTER STORY Jesus Washes His Disciples Feet John 13:1-15 Jesus Prays in the Garden Mark 14:27-50 Peter Denies Jesus Mark 14:53-72; 15:21-41 Jesus Is Alive! John 20:1-9 Jesus Forgives Peter John 21:4-17 JESUS HELPS US FOLLOW HIM The Road to Emmaus Luke 24:13-35 Jesus Helps Thomas Believe John 20:24-29 Jesus Rises to Heaven Matthew 28:16-20; Acts 1:6-11 The Holy Spirit Comes at Pentecost Acts 2:1-13, 38-41 PETER SERVES Peter and John Heal a Lame Man Acts 3:1-10 Peter and John Speak Boldly About Jesus Acts 4:1-21 Peter Helps Tabitha Acts 9:36-42 Peter Is Set Free From Prison Acts 12:4-17 GOD S GREAT LOVE Remember God s Love Luke 22:7-20 JESUS CRUCIFIXION AND RESURRECTION Jesus Knows Us Mark 14:27-31, 66-72 Jesus Is Perfect Mark 15:2-15 Jesus Died for Us Mark 15:15-39 Jesus Is Alive! Mark 16:1-20 THE FIRST CHRISTIANS God Sends the Holy Spirit Acts 2:1-41 Follow God Acts 8:26-40 God Forgives Acts 8:9-25 God Loves Us All Acts 10:1-48 MISSIONS Tell of God s Love Acts 4:1-22 Sent by the Church Acts 13:1-5 Give to Missionaries 1 Corinthians 16:1-3 We Can Be Missionaries 1 Timothy 4:6-13, 15 THE CHRISTIAN LIFE God s Word Is a Gift to be Treasured Psalm 119:11, 105 God Wants Us to Help Others Matthew 25:34-40; Hebrews 6:10 Jesus Washes the Disciples Feet John 13:1-17 JESUS RESURRECTION AND BEYOND Jesus Enters Jerusalem, and the People Celebrate Mark 11:1-11 Jesus Died and Rose Again to Conquer Sin and Death Luke 23:26 24:12 Jesus Appears to Thomas John 20:24-31 Jesus Returns to Heaven Luke 24:50-53; Acts 1:8-11 BECOMING PART OF GOD S FAMILY We re Saved by God s Grace Romans 3:23-24 Jesus Blood Cleanses Us From Our Sins 1 John 1:7-9 God s Love Helps Us Love Others 1 John 4:7-21 Jesus Teaches the Disciples About Prayer Matthew 6:5-15 Jesus Tells About the Holy Spirit John 16:5-16 Barnabus Encourages Christians in Antioch Acts 11:22-30 JESUS DEATH AND RESURRECTION Facing Fears John 14:1-4, 25-27 Praise Jesus! Luke 19:28-40 The Last Supper Luke 22:14-20 A Higher Power John 19:6-11 The Death of a Righteous Man Luke 23:33-49 He s Alive! Luke 24:1-12 THE WORLD GOD MADE God s Amazing World Genesis 1:1-5, 31 Caring for Creation Genesis 1:26-30 Created in God s Image James 2:1-9 BECOMING INDEPENDENT Accepting Responsibility Luke 19:11-27 Free! John 8:31-36; 1 Corinthians 9:19-23 Leadership Training 1 Timothy 4:7-16 Declaration of Independents Scriptures to be determined by students
Summer 2019 Scope and Sequence GOD MAKES THINGS GROW God makes plants grow. God makes animals grow. God makes people grow. God cares for growing things. I m so glad that God makes things grow. GOD HELPS US God helps us when we need help. Joshua 6:1-20 God helps us when we trust him. Joshua 6:1-20 God helps us all the time. Joshua 6:1-20 We re thankful for God s help. Joshua 6:1-20 GOD SEES US God sees us all the time. Jonah 1:1 2:10 God sees us wherever we are. Jonah 1:1 2:10 God sees us because he loves us. Jonah 1:1 2:10 We re thankful that God sees us. Jonah 1:1 2:10 SAMUEL God Hears Hannah s Prayer 1 Samuel 1:1-20 Hannah Gives Samuel Back to God 1 Samuel 1:21 2:2 Samuel Grows Up at the House of the Lord 1 Samuel 2:11, 18-21, 26 Samuel Hears and Answers God s Call 1 Samuel 3:1-21 ELIJAH God Sends Ravens to Bring Food to Elijah 1 Kings 17:1-6 God Guides Elijah to a Widow in Zarephath 1 Kings 17:7-10 A Widow Shares Food With Elijah 1 Kings 17:10-16 God Cares for Elijah, the Widow, and Her Son 1 Kings 17:10-16 JONAH Jonah Runs From God Jonah 1:1-3 Jonah Is Thrown Into the Sea Jonah 1:4-17 Jonah Is Swallowed by a Great Fish Jonah 1:13-17 Jonah Prays to God Inside the Fish Jonah 2:1-10 Jonah Obeys God and Goes to Nineveh Jonah 3:1-5 RUTH Ruth Is Faithful to Naomi Ruth 1:1-18 Ruth Gathers Grain in the Fields Ruth 1:19 2:3 Boaz Leaves Grain for Ruth Ruth 2:4-23 Ruth and Boaz Celebrate Their Marriage Ruth 3:1 4:16 ELIJAH Elijah Delivers God s Punishment 1 Kings 17:1-24 Elijah Challenges King Ahab 1 Kings 18:16-21 God Defeats the Prophets of Baal 1 Kings 18:22-38 The Israelites Praise God 1 Kings 18:39 JONAH Jonah Runs Away Jonah 1:1-3 Jonah Is Thrown Overboard Jonah 1:4-17 Jonah Prays Inside the Fish Jonah 2:1-10 Jonah Preaches in Nineveh Jonah 3:1-10 God Forgives the People of Nineveh Jonah 4:1-11 ELIJAH A Widow Shares Her Bread 1 Kings 17:7-16 Elijah Raises the Widow s Son From the Dead 1 Kings 17:17-24 Elijah and the Prophets of Baal 1 Kings 18 Elijah Runs Away 1 Kings 19:1-18 Elijah Goes to Heaven 2 Kings 2:1-14 EZRA AND NEHEMIAH The Jews Rebuild the Temple Ezra 3:1 6:16 Nehemiah Rebuilds the Wall Nehemiah 3:1 4:23; 6:1-15 Nehemiah Helps the Poor Nehemiah 5:1-13 The People Agree to Serve God Nehemiah 8:1 10:39 SCHOOL Solomon Asks for Wisdom 1 Kings 3:3-15; 4:29-34 A Slave Girl Helps Naaman 2 Kings 5:1-14 Daniel and His Friends Study in the King s Court Daniel 1:3-20 Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego Refuse to Worship False Gods Daniel 3:1-30 PRAYER Nehemiah Prays for Jerusalem Nehemiah 1:1 2:9 The Jews Rebuild the Temple Ezra 3 Job Angrily Tells God How He Feels Job 3 The Psalmists Talked to God Throughout the Day Psalms 5:3; 71:8; 119:55 PROPHETS Elijah Stands Up for God Against the Prophets of Baal 1 Kings 18:20-46 Jeremiah Complains About the Difficulty of His Task Jeremiah 20:7-13 God Speaks of His Love for the People of Israel Hosea 11:1-11 God Rejects the Israelites Worship Amos 3:13-15; 5:21-27 Jonah Disobeys God Jonah 1:1 3:10 SERVING GOD God s Spirit Gives a Variety of Gifts 1 Corinthians 12:4-10 Paul Describes How the Body of Christ Works Together 1 Corinthians 12:12-31 We Show Our Faith by Our Actions James 2:14-24 Jesus Says to Teach Others About God Matthew 28:19-20 FAMILY Family Matters! Ephesians 6:1-3 The Communication Key James 1:19-20 We re All Important Genesis 37:3-11 Circle of Love 1 Peter 4:8-11 TOUGH DECISIONS Tempted! Matthew 4:1-11 Whose Music? 1 Corinthians 10:23-33 Body Temples 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 Measuring the Media 2 Peter 2:1-3 Winning Isn t Everything Romans 15:1-6 OTHER FAITHS What We Believe John 3:16-18 New Age or Old Lies? 1 John 4:13-21 The Occult James 4:7-10 Positively Christian! Psalm 119:11, 160; Proverbs 30:5; Luke 11:1-4; 21:33; John 13:2-17; Ephesians 6:17; Philippians 2:4-11; 2 Timothy 3:16-17; Hebrews 4:12; 1 Peter 1:24-25; 2 Peter 1:20-21
Fall 2019 Scope and Sequence GOD MADE FAMILIES God made families, and he made my family, too. Genesis 15:1-6; 18:1-14; 21:1-7 God made families, and families help each other. Genesis 15:1-6; 18:1-14; 21:1-7 God made families, and families can worship together. Genesis 15:1-6; 18:1-14; 21:1-7 I m happy that God made families. Genesis 15:1-6; 18:1-14; 21:1-7 GOD KEEPS US SAFE God keeps us safe because he loves us. God keeps us safe wherever we are. God keeps us safe and protects our families. God keeps us safe and provides for us. I m glad that God keeps us safe. WE THANK GOD We thank God for food and clothing. Deuteronomy 16:13-15 We thank God for family and friends. Deuteronomy 16:13-15 We thank God in many ways. Deuteronomy 16:13-15 We thank God for his love. Deuteronomy 16:13-15 CREATION God Creates the World God Creates Animals Genesis 1:1-25 God Creates People Genesis 2:7-22 God Shows Adam and Eve the World He s Made Genesis 1:28-31 NOAH Noah Builds the Ark Genesis 6:9-22 Noah and the Animals Enter the Ark Genesis 7:1-16 Floodwaters Cover the Earth Genesis 7:17-24 God Gives the Rainbow as a Sign of His Promise Genesis 9:8-17 ABRAHAM AND SARAH God Calls Abram to Move to a New Land Genesis 12:1-5 Abram Worships God Genesis 12:7-9 Abram and Lot Share the Land Genesis 13:1-18 God Changes Abram s Name to Abraham Genesis 15:5; 17:1-7, 15-16 Abraham and Sarah Have a Baby Genesis 18:1-16; 21:1-7 CREATION God Creates Our World Genesis 1:1-25 Because God Created People in His Image, Each of Us Is Special and Unique Genesis 1:26-27 God Gives Adam and Eve Dominion Over the Earth Genesis 1:28-31; 2:19-20 Adam and Eve Disobey God and Eat the Forbidden Fruit Genesis 3:1-24 NOAH Noah Obeys God Genesis 6:5-17 Noah Helps the Animals Enter the Ark Genesis 6:18 7:16 Noah and His Family Survive the Flood Safely Genesis 7:17-24 God Gives a Rainbow as a Sign of a Special Promise Genesis 9:8-17 ABRAHAM God Asks Abram to Move to a New Land and Abram Obeys Genesis 12:1-5 Abram Worships God in Canaan Genesis 12:6-9 Abram Believes in God s Great Promises Genesis 15:5; 17:1-7 God Gives Sarah the Son He Had Promised Genesis 21:1-7 God Tests Abraham s Faith Genesis 22:1-18 GOD S CREATION God Creates the World Genesis 1:1 2:3 God Creates People Genesis 2:7-22 Adam and Eve Disobey God Genesis 3 Noah Obeys God and Builds the Ark Genesis 6 7 God Gives Noah a Sign of His Promise Genesis 8 9:17 LEADERS OF THE FAITH Abram Moves to a New Land Genesis 12:1-7 Angels Visit Abraham Genesis 18:1-15 Isaac Makes Peace With Abimelech Genesis 26:12-33 Jacob and Esau Forgive Each Other Genesis 25:24-34; 27:1-38; 33:1-17 PRAYER Samson s Parents Ask God for Direction Judges 13:1-25 Samson Asks God to Restore His Strength Judges 16:1-31 Hannah Asks God for a Son 1 Samuel 1:1-20 Hannah Praises God 1 Samuel 1:21 2:11 CREATED BY GOD God Creates the World Genesis 1:1 2:3 Adam and Eve Give In to Temptation Genesis 3:1-24 Cain Kills His Brother, Abel Genesis 4:3-16 God Blesses Noah and His Family Genesis 9:1-3 ADVENTURES WITH ABRAHAM Abram Travels to an Unknown Land Genesis 12:1-7 Abraham Lies to Abimelech Genesis 20:1-17 Hagar and Ishmael Wander in the Wilderness Genesis 21:8-21 Abraham s Faith Is Tested Genesis 22:1-19 UNDERSTANDING THE BIBLE Peter Testifies to the Inspiration of Scripture 2 Peter 1:16-21 Paul Encourages Young Timothy in His Faith 1 Timothy 4:12-13 Paul Recounts the History of God s People, Israel Acts 13:16-23 John Tells His Purpose for Writing John 20:30-31 Paul Explains the Purpose of Scripture 2 Timothy 3:16-17 KIDS ALL AROUND ME Tearing Down the Walls Colossians 3:9-11 Thumbs Up! Luke 18:9-14 Trend Troubles Joshua 24:14-18 Clique Talk Luke 9:49-50 SCHOOL Making the Grade Colossians 3:23-24 Cheating: A Dead-End Shortcut 1 John 3:7 All Work and No Play... Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 Teachers Are People, Too 1 Peter 2:13-17 Faith in the Classroom Proverbs 3:5-6; Acts 4:19-20; Romans 15:1-6; 2 Corinthians 3:18; Ephesians 5:1-2 FOLLOWING JESUS Secrets of Service Matthew 20:25-28 I Wanna Tell the World! Jeremiah 20:9 Hello, God? Matthew 6:5-13 Word Power 2 Timothy 3:14-17