September 30, 2018 – John 4:1-42
Lesson Date: September 30, 2018 Focal Scripture Passage: John 4:1-42 AIM: To lead students to recognize that Jesus went out of His way and into a situation most Jews would avoid in order to reach people with the Gospel, and to commit themselves to doing the same to reach those who need to know Jesus Christ as Savior. Before class: Read the notes on John 4:1-42 found in the Sunday School Teacher Book. INTRODUCTION (Create Learning Readiness):...
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September 23, 2018 – John 3
Lesson Date: September 23, 2018 Focal Scripture Passage: John 3:1-36 AIM: To lead students to describe what it means to be born again, and to respond to this truth by either receiving Christ as their Savior or committing to share the Good news of Jesus Christ with a lost friend. Before class: Read the notes on John 3:1-36 found in the Sunday School Teacher Book. Enlist some students to read the statements described below in the “Introduction” step...
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September 16, 2018 – John 2
Lesson Date: September 16, 2018 Focal Scripture Passage: John 2:1-25 AIM: To lead students to discover two things Jesus did to identify Himself as the Messiah, and to examine themselves to decide if their behavior gives evidence that they are truly Christians. Before class: Read the notes on John 2:1-25 found in the Sunday School Teacher Book. INTRODUCTION (Create Learning Readiness): Tell the students that in a short time we will all leave Sunday School class and...
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September 9, 2018 – John 1:19-51
Lesson Date: September 9, 2018 Focal Scripture Passage: John 1:19-51 AIM: To lead students to discover several different ways Jesus Christ was identified, and to accept His sacrificial death as the sufficient price to pay for their sins. Before class: Read the notes on John 1:19-51 found in the Sunday School Teacher Book. Bring your driver’s license to class. Have enough copies of the “Who is Jesus Christ?” worksheet for your anticipated attendance. Have some pens or pencils...
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September 2, 2018 – John 1:1-18
Lesson Date: September 2, 2018 Focal Scripture Passage: John 1:1-18 AIM: To lead students to discover the identity and mission of Jesus Christ and how people responded to Him, and to encourage them to respond to Him in faith. Before class: Read the Introduction to John and the notes on John 1:1-18 found in the Sunday School Teacher Book. INTRODUCTION (Create Learning Readiness): Ask the students if they have ever seen the TV program, “Undercover Boss.” If...
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August 26, 2018 – Zephaniah 3:1-20
Lesson Date: August 26, 2018 Focal Scripture Passage: Zephaniah 3:1-20 AIM: To lead students to discover that the Lord has wonderful future plans for those who place their trust in Him, and to encourage everyone to personally place or renew their trust in the Lord Jesus Christ. Before class: Read the notes on Zephaniah 3 found in the Sunday School Teacher Book. Write “The Best is Yet to Come” on the marker board or chalkboard. INTRODUCTION (Create...
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August 19, 2018 – Zephaniah 2
Lesson Date: August 19, 2018 Focal Scripture Passage: Zephaniah 2:1-15 AIM: To lead students to discover that in the face of coming judgment the Lord urged His people to seek Him, and to encourage the students to humbly seek the Lord. Before class: Read the notes on Zephaniah 2 found in the Sunday School Teacher Book. Write the word “Warnings” on the marker board or chalkboard. Have enough copies of the “Seek the Lord” handout for your anticipated...
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August 12, 2018 – Zephaniah 1
Lesson Date: August 12, 2018 Focal Scripture Passage: Zephaniah 1:1-18 AIM: To lead students to recognize that God’s judgment of sin is sure and certain, and to confess any sins in their lives. Before class: Read the Introduction to Zephaniah and the notes on Zephaniah 1 found in the Sunday School Teacher Book. Write “Ways to Escape Punishment” on the marker board or chalkboard. Enlist some volunteers who are comfortable reading aloud to look up the following verses...
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August 5, 2018 – Habakkuk 3
Lesson Date: August 5, 2018 Focal Scripture Passage: Habakkuk 3:1-19 AIM: To lead students to describe Habakkuk’s response to God’s awesome and unstoppable power, and to encourage them to worship and praise the Lord. Before class: Read the notes on Habakkuk 3 found in the Sunday School Teacher Book. Write the word “Fear” on the marker board or chalkboard. INTRODUCTION (Create Learning Readiness): Direct the students’ attention to the word “Fear” written on the board. Ask: “Can...
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July 29, 2018 – Habakkuk 2
Lesson Date: July 29, 2018 Focal Scripture Passage: Habakkuk 2:1-20 AIM: To lead students to recognize that God will surely punish the wicked in His way and in His time, and to confess their personal sins and express their trust in the Lord to work out His perfect plan in His perfect time. Before class: Read the notes on Habakkuk 2 found in the Sunday School Teacher Book. Write the following two questions on the marker board or...
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