May 14, 2023 – Psalms 98; 147
Lesson Date: May 14, 2023 Focal Scripture Passage: Psalm 98:1-9; 147:1-11 AIM: To lead students to discover reasons the psalmist sang to the Lord, and to relate those reasons to their own experience to encourage them to express their praise to God in song. Before class: Read the notes on Psalms 98 and 147 found in the Sunday School Teacher Book. Have enough copies of the “Do You Have Reason to Sing?” handout for your anticipated attendance. Be...
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May 7, 2023 – Psalms 92; 107; 136
Lesson Date: May 7, 2023 Focal Scripture Passage: Psalms 92:1-4; 107:1-2; 136:1-25 AIM: To lead students to identify some things for which they should thank God, and to encourage them to thank God both privately and publicly. Before class: Read the notes on Psalms 92; 107; and 136 found in the Sunday School Teacher Book. Write the words “Thank You” on the marker board or chalkboard. INTRODUCTION (Create Learning Readiness): Direct the students’ attention to the words...
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April 30, 2023 – Psalms 84; 127; 128
Lesson Date: April 30, 2023 Focal Scripture Passage: Psalm 84:1-12; 127:1-5; 128:1-6 AIM: To lead students to discover four things the Bible says we must do to find true happiness, and to encourage them to actively start doing those things this week. Before class: Read the notes on Psalms 84; 127; and 128 found in the Sunday School Teacher Book. Do an Internet search for “how to be happy,” to familiarize yourself with some of the things the...
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April 23, 2023 – Psalm 1
Lesson Date: April 23, 2023 Focal Scripture Passage: Psalm 1:1-6 AIM: To lead students to discuss what it means to follow the two paths of life described in Psalm 1, and to encourage them to choose the right path. Before class: Read the notes on Psalm 1 found in the Sunday School Teacher Book. Locate a picture of a large tree growing beside a body of water. Pop some popcorn and collect one tiny piece of the popcorn...
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April 16, 2023 – Psalms 45; 72; 89; 102
Lesson Date: April 16, 2023 Focal Scripture Passage: Psalm 45:3-7; 72:6-11; 89:3-4, 34-37; 102:24-27 AIM: To lead students to discover four important facts about Christ’s kingdom, and to examine themselves to determine if He is ruling in their lives. Before class: Read the notes on Psalms 45; 72; 89; and 102 found in the Sunday School Teacher Book. Look up some famous kings to learn when and where they ruled. A few examples are Tutankhamun, Alexander the Great,...
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April 9, 2023 (Easter) – Psalms 16; 22; 31; 109
Lesson Date: April 9, 2023 – EASTER SUNDAY Focal Scripture Passage: Psalm 16:8-11; 31:5; 109:2-5, 22-25 AIM: To lead students to discover some aspects of Christ’s crucifixion and resurrection that were prophesied hundreds of years earlier in the Psalms, and to respond to Christ’s crucifixion and resurrection with thanksgiving and renewed trust. Before class: Read the notes on Psalm 16; 31; and 109 found in the Sunday School Teacher Book. Enlist some volunteers to look up the following...
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April 2, 2023 – Psalms 8; 78; 91; 118
Lesson Date: April 2, 2023 Focal Scripture Passage: Psalm 8:2; 78:2; 91:11-12; 118:22-26 AIM: To lead students to discover five specific prophecies that were perfectly fulfilled during Jesus Christ’s life, and to encourage (a) any who have never trusted Christ for salvation to do so, and (b) those who know Jesus to thank Him for proving Himself to be Lord through fulfilled prophecies. Before class: Read the notes on Psalms 78; 91; and 118 found in the Sunday...
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March 26, 2023 – Psalm 119:97-168
Lesson Date: March 26, 2023 Focal Scripture Passage: Psalm 119:97-168 AIM: To lead students to discover reasons the psalmist’s loved God’s Word, and to encourage them to ask God to give them greater and deeper love for the Bible. Before class: Read the notes on Psalm 119:89-176 found in the Sunday School Teacher Book. Write the word “Love” on the marker board or chalkboard. INTRODUCTION (Create Learning Readiness): Direct the students’ attention to the word “Love” written...
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March 19, 2023 – Psalm 119:41-88
Lesson Date: March 19, 2023 Focal Scripture Passage: Psalm 119:49-56, 65-88 AIM: To lead students to discover circumstances and ways the psalmist leaned on God’s Word, and to encourage them to look to the Bible for help, strength, and comfort. Before class: Read the notes on Psalm 119:41-88 found in the Sunday School Teacher Book. If possible, bring a walker, cane, or crutch to class. Another option (especially if you teach young adults) would be a baby walker. ...
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March 12, 2023 – Psalm 119:9-40
Lesson Date: March 12, 2023 Focal Scripture Passage: Psalm 119:9-40 AIM: To lead students to discover the extent of the psalmist’s longing for God’s Word, and to ask God to give them greater desire and hunger for the Bible. Before class: Read the introduction to Psalm 119 and the notes on Psalm 119:9-40 found in the Sunday School Teacher Book. Write the words “Longing,” “Desire,” “Hunger,” “Yearning,” and “Delight” on the marker board or chalkboard. Place a copy...
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