December 22, 2019 – John 1
Lesson Date: December 22, 2019 Focal Scripture Passage: John 1:1-5, 9-14, 26-34 AIM: To lead students to discover several identifying characteristics of Jesus Christ, and to thank Him for suffering rejection to save their souls. Before class: Write the word “Rejection” on the marker board or chalkboard. Have enough copies of the “Identifying Characteristics of Jesus Christ” study guide for your anticipated attendance. Have some pens or pencils on hand for those who might need one. INTRODUCTION...
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December 15, 2019 – 1 John 2:15-29
Lesson Date: December 15, 2019 Focal Scripture Passage: 1 John 2:15-29 AIM: To lead students to evaluate their love and discover more Tests of True Salvation, and use those criteria to determine if they are truly saved and if their affection is directed toward the right things. Before class: Read the notes on 1 John 2:15-29 found in the Sunday School Teacher Book. Be sure the Tests of True Salvation poster is posted in your classroom. Write, “What...
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December 8, 2019 – 1 John 2:1-14
Lesson Date: December 8, 2019 Focal Scripture Passage: 1 John 2:1-14 AIM: To lead students to discover more Tests of True Salvation, and to examine themselves to determine if Christ is their advocate and the propitiation for their sins. Before class: Read the notes on 1 John 2:1-14 found in the Sunday School Teacher Book. Be sure the Tests of True Salvation poster is posted in your classroom. Write the words “Real” and “Counterfeit” on the marker board...
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December 1, 2019 – 1 John 1
Lesson Date: December 1, 2019 Focal Scripture Passage: 1 John 1:1-10 AIM: To lead students to recognize there is a vast difference between “darkness” (being lost) and “light” (salvation), and to use the first two Tests of True Salvation to examine themselves to determine if they are truly saved. Before class: Read the notes on 1 John 1:1-10 found in the Sunday School Teacher Book. Be sure the Tests of True Salvation poster is posted in your classroom....
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November 24, 2019 – Hebrews 13:1-25
Lesson Date: November 24, 2019 Focal Scripture Passage: Hebrews 13:1-25 AIM: To lead students to find and discuss specific instructions telling how Christians should live, and then to examine their lives for shortcomings in those areas so they can ask the Lord to enable them to obey all His instructions. Before class: Read the notes on Hebrews 13:1-25 found in the Sunday School Teacher Book. Write a sample grocery list to use in the introductory step. Get enough...
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November 17, 2019 – Hebrews 12:1-29
Lesson Date: November 17, 2019 Focal Scripture Passage: Hebrews 12:1-29 AIM: To lead students to verbalize some of the reasons Christians should focus on Jesus Christ, and to evaluate their current focus so they can make whatever adjustments are necessary. Before class: Read the notes on Hebrews 12:1-29 found in the Sunday School Teacher Book. Write “Keep Your Eye on the Ball” on the marker board or chalkboard. INTRODUCTION (Create Learning Readiness): Read aloud the phrase written...
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November 10, 2019 – Hebrews 10:38 – 11:40
Lesson Date: November 10, 2019 Focal Scripture Passage: Hebrews 10:38 – 11:40 AIM: To lead students to discover the definition of faith, examine some examples of faith, and realize that God has given them something far better; and to confess their lack of faith and ask the Lord to deepen their faith so they can be good examples to others. Before class: Read the notes on Hebrews 10:38 – 11:40 found in the Sunday School Teacher Book. Look...
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November 3, 2019 – Hebrews 10:1-27
Lesson Date: November 3, 2019 Focal Scripture Passage: Hebrews 10:1-37 AIM: To lead students to discover the Christian’s new privileges, responsibilities, and consequences, and to give them an opportunity to repent of their sins so they can draw near to Jesus Christ. Before class: Read the notes on Hebrews 10:1-37 found in the Sunday School Teacher Book. Get enough copies of the Hebrews 10:1-37 Worksheet for your anticipated attendance. Have some pens or pencils on hand for any...
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October 27, 2019 – Hebrews 9
Lesson Date: October 27, 2019 Focal Scripture Passage: Hebrews 9:1-28 AIM: To lead students to discover three important facts about Jesus Christ’s superior sacrifice, and to give any who have never trusted Him for salvation the opportunity to do so. Before class: Read the notes on Hebrews 9:1-28 found in the Sunday School Teacher Book. Find a picture of the Old Testament Tabernacle (in a Bible dictionary or on the Internet) to bring to class. INTRODUCTION (Create...
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October 20, 2019 – Hebrews 8
Lesson Date: October 20, 2019 Focal Scripture Passage: Hebrews 8:1-13 AIM: To lead students to describe Jesus Christ’s superior sanctuary and covenant, and to examine themselves to be sure they are worshiping the real thing (and not just a shadow). Before class: Read the notes on Hebrews 8 found in the Sunday School Teacher Book. Gather some pictures of the Tabernacle to bring and show to the class. Many excellent representations are available in Bible dictionaries and other...
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