2024 Gopher Buddies Activity Pack

King Josiah Follows God’s Word Name

Activity Directions: Circle the pictures of the children who are choosing to obey and follow God’s Word.

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Big Idea: When you hear God’s Word, Choose to Obey.

The Bible lesson was taught from: 2 Kings 22; 23:1-25.

Ask your child: What did King Josiah do when he found God’s Word?

(He chose to obey, and he told his people to obey God.)

Memory Verse: James 1:22 I Will Hear God’s Word and Do It

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Lesson 1

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The Farmer and the Seeds Name

Activity Directions: Number the pictures in 1-5 order.

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Big Idea: When you hear God’s Word, Choose to Believe.

The Bible lesson was taught from: Luke 8:4-9, 11-15.

Ask your child: How can we be like good soil?

(By believing God’s Word and obeying what it says)

Memory Verse: James 1:22 I Will Hear God’s Word and Do It

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Lesson 2

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Timothy Hears About God’s Word Name

Activity Directions: Draw a circle around the people who help you learn about God’s Word.

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Big Idea: When you hear God’s Word, Choose to Learn More.

The Bible lesson was taught from: Acts 16:1-2; 2 Timothy 1:5; 3:14-16 Ask your child: Name at least one person who teaches them about God’s Word.

(Answers will vary.)

Memory Verse: James 1:22 I Will Hear God’s Word and Do It

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Lesson 3

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I Will Hear God’s Word and Do It - review lesson Name

Activity Directions: Color the triangle path that leads the children to the Bible.

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Big Idea: Be Ready to Hear and Obey God’s Word.

The Bible lesson was taught from: 2 Kings 22; 23:1-25; Luke 8:4-9,11-15; Acts 16:1-2; 2 Timothy 1:5, 3:14-16.

Ask your child: What are some things you know God’s Word says to do?

(Possible answers: obey parents, be truthful, love others.)

Memory Verse: James 1:22 I Will Hear God’s Word and Do It

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Lesson 4

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God Sends Tens Plagues Name

Activity Directions: Circle the biggest item in each row. Count the items and write the number in the space.

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Big Idea: There is Only One God. He is Powerful!

The Bible lesson was taught from: Exodus 7-12.

Ask your child: Who is the most powerful?

(God)

Memory Verse: Psalm 48:1a God Can Do Anything

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Lesson 1

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God Parts the Red Sea Name

Activity Directions: Draw a line along the path to show how the Israelites traveled out of Egypt.

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Big Idea: There is only one God. Nothing is impossible for Him! Memory Verse: Psalm 48:1a The Bible lesson was taught from: Exodus 13:17–15:21.

Ask your child: If something is hard or seems impossible, who can help? God Can Do Anything (God. Nothing is impossible for Him!)

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Lesson 2

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God Sends Manna from Heaven Name

Activity Directions: Circle the 6 things that are different in the picture on the bottom. Write the number 6 on the line.

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Big Idea: There is only One God. We can trust Him! The Bible lesson was taught from: Exodus 16.

Ask your child: Who can we trust to take care of us?

(The one true God)

Memory Verse: Psalm 48:1a God Can Do Anything

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Lesson 3

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God Can Do Anything - review lesson Name

Activity Directions: Draw a circle around the pictures that shows how God helped the Israelites and gave them what they needed. Draw a line under the pictures that shows how God helps you and gives you what you need.

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Big Idea: There is only One God. He can do anything!

The Bible lesson was taught from: Exodus 7-12; Exodus 13:17–15:21; Exodus 16.

Ask your child: How is God special?

(He can do anything!)

Memory Verse: Psalm 48:1a God Can Do Anything

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Lesson 4

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Jesus Walks on the Water Name

Activity Directions: Put the pictures in 1,2,3 order of how they happened.

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Big Idea: Because Jesus is God, He could walk on water.

The Bible lesson was taught from: Matthew 14:22-33.

Ask your child: What did Jesus show by walking on the water?

(He showed His power and that He is God.)

Memory Verse: John 3:2b Miracles of Jesus

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Lesson 1

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A Blind Man Sees Name

Activity Directions: Draw a circle around the five hidden eyes in the picture. Discuss how Jesus helped Bartimaeus.

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Big Idea: Because Jesus is God, He has the power to heal people.

The Bible lesson was taught from: Mark 10:46-52.

Ask your child: How did Jesus help Bartimaeus?

(Jesus helped him to see. He healed him.)

Memory Verse: John 3:2b Miracles of Jesus

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Lesson 2

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A Big Catch Name

Activity Directions: Find the words in the puzzle and trace the letters.

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Big Idea: Because Jesus is my God, He has a job for me to do.

The Bible lesson was taught from: Luke 5:1-11.

Ask your child: Who do you want to tell this week that Jesus loves them?

(Answers will vary.)

Memory Verse: John 3:2b Miracles of Jesus

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Lesson 3

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Miracles of Jesus - review lesson Name

Activity Directions: Draw a line along the path from the child to his friends.

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Big Idea: Because Jesus is God, He did miracles that only God can do.

The Bible lesson was taught from: Matthew 14:22-33; Mark 10:46-52; Luke 5:1-11.

Ask your child: What are some of the miracles that Jesus did?

(Walked on water; helped a blind man to see; helped the fishermen catch a large number of fish.)

Memory Verse: John 3:2b Miracles of Jesus

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Lesson 4

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Jesus Teaches How to Pray Name

Activity Directions: Match the colored shapes on the left with the picture that matches it. Trace the shapes around the picture.

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Big Idea: I can talk to God any time.

The Bible lesson was taught from: Luke 11:1-8.

Ask your child: When and how can you talk to God? (Anytime - use your bracelet to help tell how Jesus taught us to pray.)

Memory Verse: Luke 18:1b I Can Pray

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Lesson 1

Color the bracelet beads: Yellow – I talk to God Who is in Heaven.

Purple – I praise God because He is special.

Orange – I talk to God about the things I need.

Blue – I ask God to forgive my sins.

Green – I ask God to help me forgive others when they tell me they are sorry.

Red – I ask God to help me stay away from sin.

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Daniel Prays to God Name

Activity Directions: Count the lions and draw a circle around the correct number. Write the number on the line. Draw a square around the number of times a day Daniel prayed. Color the lions.

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Big Idea: I can pray every day The Bible lesson was taught from: Daniel 6:1-23.

Ask your child: What is important to do every day?

(Pray so we can grow in our relationship with God.)

Memory Verse: Luke 18:1b I Can Pray

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Lesson 2

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Jesus Wants Me to Pray with Humility Name

Activity Directions: Draw lines from 1 to 10 to connect the dots. Color the picture.

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Big Idea: It is important to be humble when we pray.

The Bible lesson was taught from: Luke 18:9-14.

Ask your child: How can we pray with humility?

(We can make God the most important part of our prayer.)

Memory Verse: Luke 18:1b I Can Pray

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Lesson 3

Color the picture purple to remember to praise Jesus because He is special!

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I Can Pray - review lesson Name

Activity Directions: Color the letters using the color code.

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Big Idea: Prayer is talking to God. The Bible lesson was taught from: Luke 11:1-8; Daniel 6:1-23; Luke 18:9-14.

Ask your child: What is prayer?

(Talking to God)

Memory Verse: Luke 18:1b I Can Pray

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Lesson 4

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Samson Disobeys God Name

Activity Directions: Number the pictures in 1, 2, 3, 4 order. Use the pictures to retell the lesson.

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Big Idea: Everyone sins.

The Bible lesson was taught from: Judges 13; 16:4-30.

Ask your child: What happened when Samson chose to disobey God? (He lost his strength.)

Memory Verse: Romans 6:23

Our Quiet Time This Week:______

Sin Separates Us from God

Lesson 1

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David Asks God to Forgive Him Name

Activity Directions: Color the words.

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Big Idea: God forgives us when we are sorry for our sin.

The Bible lesson was taught from: 2 Samuel 11-12; Psalm 51:1-19.

Ask your child: What has God promised to do if you tell Him you are sorry for your sin?

(He will forgive you.)

Memory Verse: Romans 6:23

Our Quiet Time This Week:______

Sin Separates Us from God

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Jesus Came to Forgive My Sin Name

Activity Directions: Draw a line from the numbers 1 to 10. Color the cross.

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Big Idea: Jesus loves me so much; He forgives my sins.

The Bible lesson was taught from Romans 3:23; 6:23; 10:9 Memory Verse: Romans 3:23 Ask your child: What does Jesus promise to do when we are sorry for our sin?

Sin Separates Us from God (He promises to forgive us.)

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Lesson 3

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Sin Separates Us from God - review lesson Name

Activity Directions: Color the cross brown. Color the word God yellow.

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Big Idea: I am a sinner, but because of Jesus, I can be forgiven.

The Bible lesson was taught from: Judges 13; 16:4-30; 2 Samuel 11-12; Psalm 51:1-19; Romans 3:23; 6:23; 10:9.

Ask your child: What did Jesus do to make it possible for our sin to be forgiven?

(Jesus died on the cross to take the punishment we deserve.)

Memory Verse: Romans 6:23

Our Quiet Time This Week:______

Sin Separates Us from God

Lesson 4

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Lydia Helps the Missionaries Name

Activity Directions: Circle one way you can help missionaries. Trace the letters HOME CONNECTION

Big Idea: I can help by sharing with missionaries.

Bible lesson was taught from: Acts 16:14-15, 40.

Ask your child: How can you help a missionary?

(Answers will vary.)

Memory Verse: Matthew 5:16a

Our Quiet Time This Week:______

I Learn About Helpers in the Church

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Priscilla and Aquila Help Paul Name

Activity Directions: Color the picture.

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Big Idea: I can help by sharing the good news of Jesus!

The Bible lesson was taught from: Acts 18:1-4; Romans 16:3-5.

Ask your child: Who is someone you can share the good news about Jesus this week?

(Answers will vary.)

Memory Verse: Matthew 5:16a

Our Quiet Time This Week:_______

I Learn About Helpers in the Church

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Onesiphorus is Kind to Paul Name

Activity Directions: Draw a line from Onesiphorus to Paul. Circle one way you can share kindness with others.

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Big Idea: I can help by sharing kindness.

The Bible lesson was taught from: 2 Timothy 1:16-18.

Ask your child: Who is a missionary or someone who works at the church who you can show kindness to this week?

(Answers will vary.)

Memory Verse: Matthew 5:16a

Our Quiet Time This Week:______

I Learn About Helpers in the Church

Lesson 3

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I Learn About Helpers in the Church - review lesson Name

Activity Directions: Cut the door and windows out and glue the tabs onto the house.

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Big Idea: I can share God’s love.

The Bible lesson was taught from: Acts 16:14-15, 40; 18:1-4; Romans 16:3-5; 2 Timothy 1:16-18.

Ask your child: How can we help missionaries?

(Answer will vary.)

Memory Verse: Matthew 5:16a

Our Quiet Time This Week:______

I Learn About Helpers in the Church

Lesson 4

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Noah Obeys God Name

Activity Directions: Color the rainbow using the color code.

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Big Idea: I want to obey everything God says to do.

The Bible lesson was taught from: Genesis 6-9.

Ask your child: How did Noah obey God? (He did everything God told him to do; he built an ark and brought all the animals in.)

Memory Verse: Exodus 24:7b Obedience

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Lesson 1

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I Can Joyfully Obey God - review lesson Name

Activity Directions: Trace the letters. Draw a line to the children who are choosing to obey.

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Big Idea: I Can Joyfully Obey God The Bible lesson was taught from: Genesis 6-9.

Ask your child: Whom should we obey?

(We should obey God, our parents, teachers, and others who care for us.)

Memory Verse: Exodus 24:7b Obedience

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Lesson 2

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The Man Who Said, “Thank You” Name

Activity Directions: Trace the numbers on the men’s robes. Say the numbers as you trace them.

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Big Idea: It is loving to say, “Thank you.”

The Bible lesson was taught from: Luke 17:11-19.

Ask your child: Name one thing you can thank God for.

(Answers will vary.)

Memory Verse: Psalm 118:1a Thankfulness

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Lesson 1

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I Can Be Thankful - review lesson Name

Activity Directions: Color the words using the color code. Write your name in the sentence and trace the words thank you. Discuss ways to show you are thankful.

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Big Idea: I Can Give Thanks The Bible lesson was taught from: Luke 17:11-19.

Ask your child: Name one person you would like to say thank you to.

What would you like to thank them for?

(Answers will vary.)

Memory Verse: Psalm 118:1a Thankfulness

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Lesson 2

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David Shows Kindness to Mephibosheth Name

Activity Directions: Circle the 6 things that are different in the bottom picture.

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Big Idea: God wants me to be kind to others.

The Bible lesson was taught from: 2 Samuel 9:1-13; Galatians 6:10.

Ask your child: According to the Bible, to whom should we be kind?

(We should be kind to everyone, especially those in our church family.)

Memory Verse: Ephesians 4:32a Kindness

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Lesson 1

Ways to show kindness #1. Give a gift.

#2. Help someone.

#3. Spend time with someone.

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I Can Be Kind to Others - review lesson Name

Activity Directions: Trace the letters in the word kind. Draw a line from the words to the pictures to finish the sentence.

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Big Idea: I can show God’s love by being kind to others.

The Bible lesson was taught from: 2 Samuel 9:1-13; Galatians 6:10.

Ask your child: Whose love do we show by being kind to others?

(We show God’s love.)

Memory Verse: Ephesians 4:32a Kindness

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Lesson 2

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God is Faithful to Joshua Name

Activity Directions: Draw a line under the picture that is the smallest in each row.

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Big Idea: God is faithful. We can trust and obey Him. Memory Verse: Psalm 89:1b The Bible lesson was taught from: Joshua 6.

Ask your child: What did God do when Joshua obeyed and trusted His plan? Faithfulness (God was faithful, and the wall came down.)

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Lesson 1

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God Wants Me to Be Faithful - review lesson Name

Activity Directions: Draw a line from 1 to 12. Trace the word Faithful.

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Big Idea: God is faithful all the time; He wants us to be faithful too. Memory Verse: Psalm 89:1b The Bible lesson was taught from: Joshua 5:6, 9-15; 6.

Ask your child: What are some ways you can be faithful and obey God. Faithfulness (Answers will vary.)

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Lesson 2

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The Loving Father Name

Activity Directions: Put the pictures in 1,2,3,4 order.

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Big Idea: God’s love is forever.

The Bible lesson was taught from: Luke 15:11-24.

Ask your child: Will God still love you, even if you do something wrong?

(Yes, God’s love is forever!)

Memory Verse:

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Parent Night

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The Two Friends Name

Activity Directions: Draw a line through the maze from David to his friend Jonathan.

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Big Idea: God wants me to be a good friend.

The Bible lesson was taught from: 1 Samuel 18- 20.

Ask your child: How can you be a good friend?

(Answers will vary.)

Memory Verse:

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Friend Night

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Angels Announce Jesus’ Birth Name

Activity Directions: Draw a line from 1-10. Write your name on the line. Color the gift.

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Big Idea: Jesus is the best gift!

The Bible lesson was taught from: Luke 2:1-20.

Ask your child: Name one person you can tell this week about the good news of Jesus coming into the world.

(Answers will vary.)

Memory Verse:

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Christmas

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The Road to Emmaus Name

Activity Directions: Circle the hidden pictures. Write the number of how many you found.

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Big Idea: I can tell others the good news—Jesus is alive!

The Bible lesson was taught from: Luke 24:13-35.

Ask your child: Why was Jesus’ tomb empty?

(Jesus is alive!)

Memory Verse:

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Easter

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Jonah’s Fish Tale Name

Activity Directions: Draw a line to match the pictures. Trace the word God. HOME CONNECTION

Big Idea: It is important to obey God. The Bible lesson was taught from: Jonah 1; 3:1-5, 10.

Ask your child: What are some ways you can obey God? (Answers will vary.)

Memory Verse: 1 John 5:3a Beaches and Boats

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Lesson 1

Draw what you think the fish that swallowed Jonah looked like. Don't forget to make it big!

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Paul and the Sinking Ship Name

Activity Directions: Color the picture.

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Big Idea: I can ask God for help when I am afraid The Bible lesson was taught from: Acts 27:13-44; 28:1-2, 10. Memory Verse: 1 John 5:3a Ask your child: What should we do when we are afraid?

Beaches and Boats (We should pray and ask God to help us.)

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Lesson 2

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The Blind Man Goes to the Pool Name

Activity Directions: Draw a circle around three things you can see in the sky. Draw a triangle around three things you can see on the ground. Draw a square around one of your favorite things.

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Big Idea: Jesus cares about us!

Memory Verse: 1 Peter 5:7 The Bible lesson was taught from: John 9:1-12.

Ask your child: Jesus helped the blind man see. How does He help us? Wet and Wild (He cares for us when we are sad, hurt, lonely, scared, etc.)

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Lesson 1

Jesus cared for the needs of the blind man.

Color the ways that Jesus cares for you.

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Jesus Calms the Storm Name

Activity Directions: Write a 1 next to what happened first. Write a 2 next to what happened second. Write a 3 next to what happened third. Write a 4 next to what happened last.

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Big Idea: Jesus is always good and always in control.

The Bible lesson was taught from: Mark 4:35-41.

Ask your child: What should you remember next time you are afraid?

(Jesus is good and always in control.)

Memory Verse: 1 Peter 5:7 Wet and Wild

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Lesson 2

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Let’s Build a House Name

Activity Directions: Draw a line to connect the numbers from 1 to 10. Color the picture.

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Big Idea: Choosing to read and obey God’s Word is wise.

The Bible lesson was taught from: Matthew 7:24-29.

Ask your child: How can you be like the wise man Jesus taught about?

(By reading and obeying God’s Word, the Bible.)

Memory Verse: Psalm 121:2 Sand and Stones

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Lesson 1

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A Sling and a Stone Name

Activity Directions: Trace the letters of the words in the sentence. Circle the pictures of something you need God to help you do.

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Big Idea: I can pray and ask God for help The Bible lesson was taught from: 1 Samuel 17:1-50.

Ask your child: What do you need God’s help with?

(Answers will vary)

Memory Verse: Psalm 121:2 Sand and Stones

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Lesson 2

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Moses and the Burning Bush Name

Activity Directions: Color the two pictures that are the same in each row.

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Big Idea: God has a plan for our life The Bible lesson was taught from: Exodus 3:1–4:17.

Ask your child: How will God let you know what His plans are for you?

(As you read the Bible and pray, God will show you His plans.)

Memory Verse: Joshua 24:15b Wow, is it Ever Hot

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Lesson 1

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A Fiery Contest Name

Activity Directions: Color the fire on the altar using the color code.

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Big Idea: God is the one true God Memory Verse: Joshua 24:15b The Bible lesson was taught from: 1 Kings 18:19-39.

Ask your child: What did the people do when they saw Elijah’s altar on fire? Wow, is it Ever Hot (They fell down and worshiped God.)

Our Quiet Time This Week:_______ Lesson 2

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Jesus Goes Home Name

Activity Directions: Write a 1 on the line by what happened first. Number the rest of the pictures in order.

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Big Idea: Jesus is alive in Heaven!

The Bible lesson was taught from: Matthew 28:16-20; Acts 1:1-11.

Ask your child: Who are some people you can tell about Jesus’ love?

(Encourage your child to think of friends, neighbors, or family members that they can tell about Jesus.)

Memory Verse: John 14:6 Are We There Yet?

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Lesson 1

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Jesus is the Way, Truth, and Life Name

Activity Directions: Draw a line through the maze. Circle the letters.

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Big Idea: Jesus is the only way to Heaven.

The Bible lesson was taught from: John 14:1-6.

Ask your child: How do you get to Heaven?

(By admitting sin and believing Jesus died to take the punishment we deserve.)

Memory Verse: John 14:6 Are We There Yet?

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Lesson 2

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Peter and John Heal a Lame Man Name

Activity Directions: Draw a circle around the hidden silver coins. Draw a triangle around the hidden gold coins. Count the number of coins you found all together. Write the number on the line above.

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Big Idea: I can help others with something more valuable than gold. Memory Verse: Philippians 2:14 The Bible lesson was taught from: Acts 3:1-10.

Ask your child: What is something you can do this week to help others?

Going For the Gold (Answers will vary.)

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Lesson 1

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The Golden Calf Name

Activity Directions: Follow the maze. Color each picture.

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Big Idea: Our God is more valuable than gold.

The Bible lesson was taught from: Exodus 32 and Psalm 32:1.

Ask your child: What is more valuable than gold?

(The one true God)

Memory Verse: Philippians 2:14 Going For the Gold

Our Quiet Time This Week:______ Lesson 2

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