Bible lessons

Philippians 1:1–2; Philippians 1:3–11; Philippians 1:12–20; Philippians 1:21–26; Philippians 1:27–30

Philippians 1: Greetings from Paul and Timothy

Philippians 1 opens with a greeting from Paul and Timothy, then moves through thanks, prayer, hardship, courage and a call to live in a way worthy of the good news. This lesson sequence helps children trace that movement and notice the passage’s image language.

Colossians 4:1–6; Colossians 4:7–14; Colossians 4:15–18

Colossians 4: Prayerful Speech and Actions

This lesson helps children notice how Colossians 4 joins prayer, speech and support for others in daily life. The passage speaks about fairness, thankful prayer, wise answers, caring messengers, greetings and final instructions.

1 Thessalonians 3:1–5; 1 Thessalonians 3:6–13

1 Thessalonians 3: Timothy’s Visit

In this lesson, children will see why Timothy was sent, what report he brought back, and how this passage connects faith, love, encouragement and prayer when believers face trouble.

1 Thessalonians 5:1–11; 1 Thessalonians 5:12–22; 1 Thessalonians 5:23–28

1 Thessalonians 5: The Day of the Lord

In this lesson, children explore how 1 Thessalonians 5 teaches readiness for the day of the Lord, everyday choices for Christian living, and the chapter’s closing prayer and blessing for God’s people.

2 Thessalonians 3:1–5; 2 Thessalonians 3:6–15; 2 Thessalonians 3:16–18

2 Thessalonians 3: Request for Prayer

In these verses, the writer asks for prayer and then speaks encouragement over the believers. The passage keeps prayer connected to God’s word, real opposition, the Lord’s faithfulness, obedience, and hearts directed into God’s love and Christ’s perseverance. This lesson also brings together A Warning against Idleness, Signature and Final Greetings.

Hebrews 3:1–6; Hebrews 3:7–11; Hebrews 3:12–19

Hebrews 3: Jesus Our Apostle and High Priest

Hebrews 3 calls children to look carefully at Jesus and to take God’s warning seriously. The passage shows that Jesus is faithful, warns against hardened hearts and unbelief, and tells believers to encourage one another today.

1 John 3:1–10; 1 John 3:11–24

1 John 3: Children of God

In this lesson, children will trace how 1 John connects being God’s children with trusting Jesus, doing what is right, and loving others in practical ways. The passage gives clear tests and warm encouragement.

3 John 1:1–4; 3 John 1:5–8; 3 John 1:9–12; 3 John 1:13–14

3 John 1: A Greeting from the Elder

In 3 John, the elder writes warmly to Gaius, praising his truth and love, warning about harmful behaviour, and ending with a hope to visit. This lesson helps children notice how truth, welcome and godly example fit together in this short letter.

Genesis 49:1–28

Jacob Blesses His Sons

In this lesson, children hear Jacob gather his sons and speak different words to each one. They will notice that the passage includes warnings, encouragements, vivid pictures and a strong statement about God’s help.

Numbers 21:21–35

Israel Meets Sihon and Og

In this passage, Israel meets two kings on the way, and each meeting leads to battle. Students will trace the order of events, notice the choices made, and consider how the passage shows both human action and Yahweh’s word.

Deuteronomy 1:1–3:29

Moses Remembers the Wilderness Journey

Moses reviews key parts of Israel’s wilderness journey before the people cross the Jordan. This lesson traces how he recalls God’s commands, the people’s unbelief, later victories, and Joshua’s coming leadership.

Deuteronomy 31:1–8; Deuteronomy 31:14–23

Moses Encourages and Commissions Joshua

Moses speaks to Israel when he is old and will not cross the Jordan. In this passage, he encourages the people, speaks directly to Joshua, and Yahweh formally commissions Joshua while also warning about Israel’s future choices.

Joshua 1:1–18

Joshua Takes the Lead

Joshua 1:1–18 shows a change in leadership after Moses dies. Children will hear what Yahweh says to Joshua, what Joshua tells the people, and how the people answer with support and a very serious warning.

Joshua 10:1–43

Joshua and the Long Day

Joshua 10 records a battle that began because Gibeon had made peace with Israel. In this lesson, students trace the sequence of events, notice what people asked and did, and observe repeated statements about Yahweh’s action.

Joshua 14:6–15; Joshua 15:13–19

Caleb Receives His Inheritance

This lesson helps children follow Caleb’s inheritance step by step, notice the choices made by Caleb, Joshua, Othniel and Achsah, and see how the passage connects wholehearted following of Yahweh with the land that was given.

Judges 7:1–25

Gideon and the Three Hundred

In this lesson, students trace how Gideon’s force was reduced, how Gideon was strengthened at night, and how the battle unfolded. The passage highlights Yahweh’s stated reason, Gideon’s obedient steps, and the recorded outcome.

1 Samuel 14:1–23

Jonathan and His Armour-Bearer

This lesson helps children follow the account of Jonathan and his armour-bearer, notice the choices made by Jonathan, his armour-bearer and Saul, and see how the passage ends by giving credit to Yahweh for saving Israel.

2 Samuel 10:1–19; 1 Chronicles 19:1–19

David's Messengers and the War with Ammon

This lesson helps children follow the account from David’s kind message to a growing war. Students will trace the choices people made, notice the results, and hear Joab’s call to courage, mutual help, and trust in God.

1 Kings 15:9–15; 2 Chronicles 14:1–15:19

Asa Calls Judah Back to God

King Asa led Judah away from idols and called the people to seek the Lord, even through war and costly reform.

Nehemiah 1:1–2:20

Nehemiah Asks to Rebuild Jerusalem

After hearing of Jerusalem’s ruin, Nehemiah prayed, received the king’s permission, and quietly inspected the city before urging the people to rebuild.

Nehemiah 4:1–23; Nehemiah 6:1–7:3

Nehemiah Builds despite Opposition

Nehemiah and the people rebuilt Jerusalem’s wall while facing mockery, threats, fear, and schemes to stop the work.

1 Maccabees 2:49–68

Mattathias' Final Charge

As Mattathias nears death, he gives his sons a final charge. He names the crisis, calls for zeal for the law, recalls earlier generations, and ends with clear instructions about courage, leadership and obedience.

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1 Maccabees 3:27–4:25

Judas Wins at Emmaus

When a great army came against Judea, Judas gathered the people to pray, prepare, and fight near Emmaus.

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1 Maccabees 4:26–35

Judas Faces Lysias at Bethsura

After hearing of defeat, Lysias returned with a far larger army, and Judas prayed before the battle at Bethsura.

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