The Badlands: Valley of Shadows

THE BADLANDS

VA L L E

Y O F S H A D OW S

FAMILY ADVENTURE GUIDE VALLEY OF SHADOWS: A WALK THROUGH PSALM 23

AS YOU NAVIGATE THROUGH THIS ADVENTURE GUIDE, BE SURE TO LOOK FOR WAYS YOU CAN DISCOVER HOW TO:

BE A P.I.L.O.T. P I

PREPARED I WILL ALWAYS BE READY TO SERVE GOD

INVOLVED I WILL GIVE GOD MY BEST

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LOVING

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OPEN TO GOD

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TEAM PLAYER

I WILL PUT GOD AND OTHERS FIRST

GOD’S WAYS ARE HIGHER THAN MY WAYS

GOD WORKS THROUGH US

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YOU ARE HERE FROZONE THE BADLANDS THE RAINFOREST METRO

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THE UNDERGROUNDS

THE PLATEAUS

MEET RANDALL RACCOON Randall Raccoon is known in the Go Kids Universe as somewhat of a troublemaker.

Although he is still looking to find Jesus, Randall does have a soft spot hidden inside. Known for his curiosity and shifty personality, you’ll find Randall most days scurrying around The Badlands in a devious search for adventure.

Join Randall on his journey through the Valley of Shadows as he takes a walk through Psalm 23.

THE BADLANDS

VA L L E

Y O F S H A D OW S

A WALK THROUGH PSALM 23 “The Lord is my shepherd; I have all that I need. He lets me rest in green meadows; He leads me beside peaceful streams. He renews my strength.

He guides me along right paths, bringing honor to his name. Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me. Your rod and your staff protect and comfort me. You prepare a feast for me in the presence of my enemies. You honor me by anointing my head with oil. My cup overflows with blessings. Surely your goodness and unfailing love will pursue me all the days of my life, and I will live in the house of the Lord forever.�

PSALM 23, NLT

GO VERSE THIS SCRIPTURE IS OUR THEME VERSE AS WE VENTURE THROUGH THE VALLEY OF SHADOWS! “Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for You are close beside me.”

Psalm 23:4, NLT

WEEK ONE:

WHAT’ S THE DEAL WITH SHEEP? GO ANSWER

“I belong to God, He is the Good Shepherd”

STRAIGHT FROM GOD’ S WORD “My sheep listen to My voice; I know them, and they follow me.

I give them eternal life, and they will never perish. No one can snatch them away from Me, for My Father has given them to Me, and he is more powerful than anyone else. No one can snatch them from the Father’s hand. The Father and I are one.”

JOHN 10:27-30, NLT

Family Discussion Questions •

Would you ever want to be a shepherd? Why or why not?

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Through our new series, we are learning about what it means to belong.

What does the word “belong” mean?

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In the Bible, we are compared to sheep. Why do you think that is? How are we like sheep?

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Who is the Good Shepherd? Why is He called that?

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Some people’s voices are very easy for us to recognize. Who are a few people in your life whose voices are easily recognized? Why do you think it’s easy for you to know their voice?

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How do you know when you are hearing the voice of God?

WORD FIND Can you find these 10 words hidden in the puzzle below?

SHE PHE RD

SHEEP VALLEY U E Y R K B F F M Q N I Z Y X J W J B X

B E L O N G O M N C J A Z H G W T X D X

SHADOWS T T V R A R L E S S W A K D F T N I V W

S K I C E R L J T G I W B G D E B B D K

X D F D Q O O B U D J F Z G R F I F P T

Q R N E H A W I L W Q J H Z E U P N T Q

I A L A C T E Z N X S D Z R H Y I B T F

BEL ONG

W U O J L I V E U P F I B A P C U G M V

F F Q V D D O A O E A Q W F E F Z W P O

S P G U P Y A V W E J R D U H X M C Y H

D S Z G X A K B N H B T X L S P T E R E

BA D LA N D S

FOLLOW

VOICE

L H T G N E R T S S V Y C I K K U P O J

WANDER I T O M V C S F M J I R R M V O K U D U

A H V U Q H N Z S Z E D H H J E X P F E

F S Z A A G L J X F H T H Z M C J C K D

N N H D L J B C Z O H D S T D C J D X A

STRENGTH S J O G X L D M M V T T O K M E R T M L

Q W Y Y V F E B Q S P E M F F I M L H V

S S L I T I K Y R U H B E N P R W Q C R

N B I V D R T X O P X D B O V O O I J D

SOAP: S cripture | O bservation | A pplication | P rayer Grab your SOAP journal and follow along with this week’s Bible reading.

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Psalm 100:3

Romans 14:8

Proverbs 16:9

Isaiah 43:1

Mark 6:34

WEEK TWO:

PSALM 23, VERSE 1 GO ANSWER

“I belong to God, He takes care of me”

Fog in The Badlands is known for its thick, mysterious nature as it creeps and winds its way through The Swamp and the Valley of Shadows.

Family Discussion Questions • •

What are some things that could happen to sheep if they don’t have a good shepherd?

Because our Good Shepherd (God) takes such good care of us, we want to brag on Him. We want to tell other people about all He does for us. What are some of the big and small things God has done for you this week?

THE SHEPHERD AND HIS SHEEP In John 10:1-10, the Bible talks about how sheep know their shepherd’s voice. Read about it as a family and then solve the crossword puzzle below!

Down

1 2

1. The sound made when people speak or sing 2. A person who takes care of sheep 3. Someone not known or not familiar

3

Across 3. A farm animal with thick curly wool.

4

4. The word or words by which a person or thing is known 5

5. An opening in a fence for entrance or exit.

SOAP: S cripture | O bservation | A pplication | P rayer Grab your SOAP journal and follow along with this week’s Bible reading.

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John 3:16

Psalm 55:22

John 16:33

1 Peter 5:6-7

2 Corinthians 12:9

WEEK THREE:

PSALM 23, VERSE 2 GO ANSWER

“I belong to God, I have no worries”

Family Discussion Questions • • •

What does it mean to worry?

What are a few things that cause you to worry?

Why do we not have to worry or be afraid?

FAMILY ACTIVITY Pass out strips of paper and a pencil to each member of your family.

Together, write out things that you are afraid of or worried about on each strip. Next, talk about those worries and what may be causing them. Next, take time to pray about them and ask God to replace that worry with faith.

After praying, rip up the paper worries and throw them away!

RANDALL RACCOON Grab your crayons or colored pencils and color in Randall Raccoon!

SOAP: S cripture | O bservation | A pplication | P rayer Grab your SOAP journal and follow along with this week’s Bible reading.

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Philippians 4:6-7

John 14:1

Matthew 6:25-34

Matthew 11:28-30

John 14:27

WEEK FOUR:

PSALM 23, VERSE 3 GO ANSWER

“I belong to God, He strengthens me”

TALK ABOUT IT

Was there a time this week when you needed God’s strength?

What happened?

Family Discussion Questions • •

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What does it mean to honor someone?

We can talk about God in a way that honors His name, but we can also do things that honor God. What are things that we can do to honor God? Why do we need God’s strength to do what is right?

This week, we talked about what it looks like when a sheep is “cast.”

(Where they have fallen over and can’t get up.) Have you ever had to rescue an animal that was in danger? What happened?

THE BADLANDS DISTRICT The three lands of The Badlands are The Swamp, Valley of Shadows, and Wandering Woods

AN A-MAZE-ING JOURNEY

Help the shepherd find the missing sheep.

SOAP: S cripture | O bservation | A pplication | P rayer Grab your SOAP journal and follow along with this week’s Bible reading.

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Isaiah 41:10

Philippians 46:1

Ephesians 6:10

Isaiah 40:31

Isaiah 40:29

WEEK FIVE:

PSALM 23, VERSE 4 GO ANSWER

“I belong to God, I have nothing to fear”

STRAIGHT FROM GOD’ S WORD As a family, read Psalm 23:4 …

“Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for You are close beside me.

Your rod and Your staff protect and comfort me.”

Next, use these questions to spark family discussion time about the verse: • • • • • • •

We are learning that God is our Shepherd and does great things for us (His sheep).

What is the reason we don’t have to be afraid even when bad things happen all around us?

According to the verse we read, what does God use to comfort us?

Why do you think He uses those symbols/tools/weapons to talk about comfort?

Do you turn to God first when you are afraid? Why or why not?

What gives you comfort when you are afraid?

Why do you think God wants to be the one to comfort us?

“Thank you, God, for being with me at all times. Help me to remember to turn to Your Word whenever I am afraid and look to You for comfort and peace. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.”

CONNECT THE DOTS

Grab a pencil and connect the dots to reveal an important reminder for every day! A letter is finished once you hit the outlined circle.

SOAP: S cripture | O bservation | A pplication | P rayer Grab your SOAP journal and follow along with this week’s Bible reading.

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Psalm 27:1

Psalm 46:1

Isaiah 35:4

Joshua 1:9

Romans 8:38-39

WEEK SIX:

PSALM 23, VERSE 5 GO ANSWER

“I belong to God, I am prepared and protected”

To God, there’s no such thing as a “little white lie.” Truth is truth. A lie is a lie. In Genesis 37:23-33, we read about the deception of Joseph’s brothers. They treated their brother horribly and then tried to cover it up by lying to their father. Check it out and then answer the questions below…

Family Discussion Questions •

What does it mean to be prepared? How does God prepare us?

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What does it mean to be protected? How does God protect us?

FILL IN THE MISSING WORDS How well do you know our Go Verse?!

Fill in the missing words by writing in the blank spaces.

“Even when I

through the I will not be

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are close Psalm 23:4, NLT

valley, , me...”

HIDDEN PICTURES Can you find each of the 12 items hidden in the Valley of Shadows? Look closely!

BOXING GLOVES

BAL LOO N

3D GLASSES ALARM CLOCK

TIRE

KEY

CHEESEBURGER

BEA CH BAL L

TOA STE R

W IN TE R SC A RF

FLASH LIGHT

ELE CTR IC GUI TAR

SOAP: S cripture | O bservation | A pplication | P rayer Grab your SOAP journal and follow along with this week’s Bible reading.

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2 Thessalonians 3:3

Psalm 18:2

Psalm 27:4-5

Psalm 34:7

Exodus 23:20

WEEK SEVEN:

PSALM 23, VERSE 6 GO ANSWER

“I belong to God, I will serve Him forever”

Family Discussion Questions •

What does it mean to serve God? Do you have to be a certain age to do it?

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What are some ways you can serve God?

LET’ S REVIEW! It’s the final week of our series about Psalm 23. Let’s think back… What are a few things that you’ve learned that have stuck out to you? What have you learned about belonging to God? Can you recite all 7 Go Answers?

Week 1: I belong to God, He is the Week 2: I belong to God, He takes Week 3: I belong to God, I have no Week 4: I belong to God, He Week 5: I belong to God, I have Week 6: I belong to God, I am prepared Week 7: I belong to God, I will serve

HIDDEN MESSAGES Can you break the code to reveal the hidden message?

A B C D E F G H N O P Q R S

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T U V W X Y Z

SOAP: S cripture | O bservation | A pplication | P rayer Grab your SOAP journal and follow along with this week’s Bible reading.

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Psalm 119:10

1 Samuel 12:24

1 Chronicles 16:34

2 Timothy 3:16-17

Romans 12:1

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