Try Blinky’s Family Challenge in the Adventure Book link for a fun object lesson activity to show your kids that God is ALWAYS with them!

Remember Verse: ”...they will call him Immanuel, which means ‘God is with us’”. Matthew 1:23

Questions:

1. Who is always with you?
2. Does God ever leave you?
3. What was the very first Christmas gift?

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SuperTruth: I will tell others about Jesus, the gift of God.

SuperVerse: “For once you were full of darkness, but now you have light form the Lord. So live as people of light!” Ephesians 5:8

Discussion Questions:

1. We have been learning about God’s amazing gift to us. Who can tell me what that gift is?
2. Who remembers how we can receive that gift?
3. We all have a job to do for God; does anyone know what that is?
4. Who remembers why Chris gave away his winning ticket at the mall to another boy?
5. Isaiah tells us that people who walked in darkness now see the light. Who is that light?
6. How many Wise Men were there?
7. Why did they follow the star?
8. What kind of obstacles do you think the wise men may have faced on their journey?
9. What do you think is the best gift we could ever give to Jesus?

Prayer Starter: Dear God, thank You for the gift of Your Son, Jesus. Please show us specific ways that we can share Your love with...

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We are pretending to be astronauts! We’re going to blast off into outer space and learn all about God’s promises!

Need to Know: God Promises (make book with hands) To Forgive (wave hands in front of chest) Me! (thumbs to chest)

Bible Story: Jonah and the Big Fish Jonah 1:1-3:10; Psalm 86:5

Remember Verse: “The Lord (point up) always keeps (bring arms out, around & down) His promises.” (make book with hands) Psalm 145:13b

Discussion Questions:

1. Why were the aliens on the Green Dot planet in time out (They did not obey their dad and put on their shoes)
2. When the aliens prayed what did they tell God? (They are sorry for disobeying their dad)
3. Does God promise to forgive us when we say we are sorry?(Yes)
4. Who else were they going to tell they were sorry? (Their dad)

Prayer Starter: Dear God, thank you for loving me and forgiving me. Thank you for the people in my life who love me. Please help me to..

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The First Christmas week 2

This week we learned that Jesus came to establish God’s kingdom—not a nation that can be drawn on a map, but a spiritual kingdom.

SuperTruth: I want Jesus to be Lord of my life.

SuperVerse: ”God sent his son into the world not to judge the world, but to save the world through him.” John 3:17

Discussion Questions:

1. What was the name of the angel who told Mary she was going to have a child?
2. Where did Joseph and Mary begin their trip?
3. Why were Mary and Joseph going to Bethlehem?
4. Who was Caesar Augustus?
5. What order did Caesar Augustus give?
6. What is a census?
7. What is another name for Bethlehem?
8. What is a manger?
9. Name three things you might expect to see at Jesus’ birthplace.
10. Who were the first people to visit Jesus after He was born?
11. How did the shepherds learn about the birth of Jesus?
12. What did the angels say when Jesus was born?
13. What did the Wise Men ask King Herod?
14. Why did King Herod want to know when Jesus was born?

Prayer Starter: Jesus, I want to make You Lord of my life! Help me to...

Week 3: Blast Off

Need to Know: God Promises (make book with hands) To Help (reach book out) Me! (thumbs to chest)

Bible Story: Daniel and the Lions Daniel 6; Psalm 46:1

Remember Verse: ”The Lord (point up) always keeps (bring arms out, around and down) His promises.” (Make book with hands) Psalm 145:13

Discussion Questions:

1. Was Daniel the king’s helper or the king’s guard? (
2. Did the king’s other helpers like Daniel?
3. When the king made his new rule, what happened if you didn’t pray to the king?
4. Did Daniel pray to God or pray to the king?
5. When they threw Daniel in the lion’s den, did God help him?
6. What did God do to help Daniel?

God helped Daniel and protected him from the lions in the den. God loves you and wants to help you, too!

“God is our protection and source of strength. He is always ready to help us in times of trouble.” Psalm 46:1

Prayer Starter: Dear God, thank you for promising to always help me! Thank you for...

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This week we learned that the reason for the Christmas season is the birth of Jesus.

SuperTruth: God keeps His promises and sent His Son to us.

SuperVerse: “Many plans are in a man’s mind, but it is the Lord’s purpose for him that will stand.” Proverbs 19:21

Discussion Questions:

1. What did Chris think was most important about Christmas?
2. Do you remember what guided the Wise Men to Bethlehem?
3. How did Mary feel when the Angel Gabriel appeared?
4. How did Joseph feel?
5. How did the shepherds feel?
6. The angels did not proclaim Jesus birth to religious leaders or to wealthy, important people. God brought the news to shepherds. What significance is there in that?
7. What do you think the angels thought?
8. How did the Wise Men feel about God’s promise?
9. There is one very important man mentioned in the Christmas story who is never shown in a manger scene. Can you guess who?
10. King Herod felt his position was threatened by Jesus. Why?
11. What do you think it was like for God to become a tiny baby?
12. When Jesus was first born, could He feed Himself or go places by Himself?
13. Just think, Jesus is the Son of God Almighty! What did He have to give up to leave heaven?
14. Because He did all this, do you think He understands what we go through in this world?

Prayer Starter: Jesus, thank You for Your gift to us. This Christmas, help me to remember...

In this series, we are pretending to be astronauts! We are going to blast off into outer space and learn all about God’s promises!

Need To Know: God promises (make book with hands) To watch over (cup hands around eyes) Me! (Thumbs to chest)

Bible Story: Jacob’s Dream Genesis 28; Psalm 121:8

Remember Verse: “The Lord (point up) always keeps (bring arms out, around and down) His promises.“ (Make book with hands) Psalm 145:13b

Discussion Questions:

1. Was Jacob tired from traveling a long way to his uncle’s house?
2. What did Jacob do when he got tired?
3. Did Jacob dream of a stairway to heaven or a slide on the playground?
4. In Jacob’s dream did God say He was watching over Jacob?
5. Do you think God watches over you, too?

God PROMISES to watch over us! No matter where you go or what you do, God is watching over (point to eyes) you (point to kids)!

Prayer Starter: Dear God, thank you for our Bible story today. Thank you for always watching over me...

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Unity can be a powerful force for things that please God or things that do not please Him!

SuperTruth: There is power in unity.

SuperVerse: He said: “These people are working together because they all speak the same language. This is just the beginning. Soon they will be able to do anything they want.” Genesis 11:6 (CEV)

Discussion Questions:

1. What does the word unity mean?

2. Why did Joy and Chris have trouble communicating with their new soccer teammate?

3. Have you ever had trouble communicating with someone who spoke a different language?

4. What happened?

5. Is it always a good thing if everyone works together?

6. What if people are working together to build something for their own glory—is that a good thing or not?

7. In the story, why were the people building the tower?

8. Did God want the people to build a tower so they could all stay together in one place? Why?

9. Genesis 11:14. Can you find a word that is repeated three times?

10. Does this sound like God was the focus of their plan?

11. Did they come together in unity to do God’s work?

Discipleship Challenge

1. 1 Corinthians 1:30–31. Who does God unite us with?

2. How did Jesus do this?

3. Since we didn’t do anything to be right with God, do we have anything to boast or brag about?

4. Who should we boast about then?

Prayer Starter: Dear God, thank You for the abilities You gave me. Help me to use them to ...

Week 1 of the Blast Off series

We are pretending to be astronauts! We’re going to blast off into outer space and learn all about God’s promises.

Bible Story: Noah’s Ark Genesis 6-9; Psalm 145:13b

Need to Know: God (point up) Always Keeps (arms out, around & down) His Promises! (make book with hands)

Questions:

1. Did it make God happy or sad when everyone forgot about Him? (Sad)
2. There was one person who still loved God. What was his name? (Noah)
3. What did God tell Noah to build? (an Ark/big boat)
4. Who did God say could get on the ark? (Noah’s family & two of every animal)
5. Did God keep Noah, his family & the animals safe on the ark? (Yes)
6. What did God put in the sky to remind us of his promise to never flood the earth again? (Rainbow)

God made a PROMISE to Noah and to us! When we see a rainbow in the sky, we can remember that God ALWAYS keeps his promises.

Prayer Starter: Dear God, thank you for always keeping your promises. Thank you for...

Noah and the Ark Lesson 2

Trusting in the Lord is putting your faith in Him even if you don’t understand something, or if you have doubts or fears.

SuperTruth: I will live my life to please the Lord.

SuperVerse: “But without faith no one can please God. We must believe that God is real and that He rewards everyone who searches for Him.” Hebrews 11:6 (CEV)

Discussion Questions:

1. Why did Chris want to skip school in our video last time?
2. Was that a wise choice for Chris—would God be pleased with that decision? Please explain.
3. Do you think Noah ever struggled with faith on those long, dreary days when he was cooped up in the ark with all of those animals?
4. SuperVerse discussion:

• Point to a chair. Does it take faith to believe the chair is really there? Why or why not?
• Would it take a lot of faith to sit on it? Why not?
• Now let’s think about God! Can we see Him with our physical eyes?
• So how do we know He is real?
• Can we hear God speak with our physical ears?
• So how do we know what He is telling us to do?
• Since we can’t physically see or hear God, is it always easy to obey what He says?
• Why did Noah obey God, even though he couldn’t see Him?

Conclusion: God does not hide from us; He reveals Himself to those who search for Him.

Prayer Starter: Dear God, help me to please You by ...

Week 4 of Wise Up

Bible Story: Noah Obeys God Genesis 6:5-7:16

Need To Know: I will (thumbs to chest) work hard! (Pound fists)

Remember Verse: “Wise people (thumbs to chest) Can listen (cup hand around ear) And learn...” (point to head) Proverbs 1:5 (show one finger)

Check out the link for some questions to see if you will WORK HARD like Noah did.

Prayer Starter: Dear God, please help me to work hard in everything I do. Thank you for...

K-5 GizmoNote

Noah and the Ark

By faith Noah obeyed God, even though he was asked to do something that had never been done before.

SuperTruth: By faith, I will obey God.

SuperVerse: “It was by faith that Noah built a large boat to save his family from the flood. He obeyed God, who warned him about things that had never happened before.” Hebrews 11:7a (NLT)

Discussion Questions:

1. Why do you think Chris and Joy are so impressed with Pearce?
2. Why won’t they listen to Gizmo’s concerns?
3. What do you think Noah’s family thought as they watched all of those animals coming toward the ark, just like God said they would?
4. Did Noah have to go out and find all of those animals?
5. Have you ever been tempted to do something just to fit in or be accepted?
6. Is it okay to disobey the rules if you only do it once in a while and you don’t think anyone will get hurt? Why or why not?
7. The rainbow was a symbol and reminder of the covenant or promise that God made to Noah and all of creation. Does this promise apply only to the people in Noah’s time?

Prayer Starter: Dear God, by faith, Noah believed everything You told him. Help me to ...

Nursery and Preschool

Week 3 of our Wise Up series

Bible Story: Jacob’s Tricks Genesis 27:1-45

Need to Know: I will (thumbs to chest) tell the truth! (Cup hands around mouth)

Remember Verse: “Wise people (thumbs to chest) Can listen (cup hand around ear) And learn...” (point to head) Proverbs 1:5 (show one finger)

Questions:

1. When Jacob took food to his dad, did he TELL THE TRUTH and say, “I am Jacob,” or did he LIE and say, “I am Esau?” (He lied) Jacob lied and hurt his dad and his brother.
2. What about you? If a loved one tells you you are allowed one cookie for snack, but you eat two cookies, what will you say when they ask how many cookies you ate? Will you tell the truth?

Telling the truth is one way we can WISE UP. God wants us to TELL THE TRUTH all the time. When we tell a lie, like Jacob did, we can hurt ourselves and others.

Prayer Starter: Dear God, please help me to always tell the truth even when...

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K-5 In the Beginning GizmoNote

We learned that we are God’s masterpiece. He uniquely created us to do all the good things He planned for our life.

SuperTruth: God created me to do good things.

SuperVerse: For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things He planned for us long ago. Ephesians 2:10 (NLT)

Discussion Questions:

1. Last time, what happened when Chris disobeyed his dad, Professor Quantum?
2. What happened when Adam and Eve disobeyed God?
3. Do you remember what sin means?
4. When does a temptation become sin?
5. Why do you think Adam and Eve were tempted to eat the fruit?
6. Has there ever been anyone who never sinned?
7. Do you think Jesus was ever tempted to sin?
8. Who tempted Jesus to sin?
9. How did He resist temptation?

Prayer Starter: Father, help me when I am tempted to ...

Week 2 of Wise Up

Bible Story: Philip and the Ethiopian Leader Acts 8:26-40

Need to Know: I will (thumbs to chest) learn! (Point to head)

Remember Verse: “ Wise people (thumbs to chest) Can listen (cup hand around ear) And learn...” (point to head) Proverbs 1:5 (show one finger)

Discussion:

1. In our Bible story today, did the man in the chariot need someone to help him LEARN how to sing or LEARN how to understand the Bible? (Understand the Bible - Philip helped the man LEARN from the Bible that Jesus loved him!)
2. If you are playing with blocks and you hear the Clean Up song start to play, should you KEEP building or CLEAN UP? (Clean up - at church, or home if you are learning there, we have to clean up so we can LEARN wonderful things from the Bible)

Prayer Starter: Dear God, please help me to learn from you and others every day! I love you! In Jesus name I pray. Amen

In the Beginning

We learned that God made the world and everything in it–and God’s greatest creation is you!

SuperTruth: I will honor God as my Creator and obey His Word.

SuperVerse: “You will experience all these blessings if you obey the Lord your God.” Deuteronomy 28:2(NLT)

God’s desire was to bless Adam and Eve. Everything He created in the Garden of Eden was for their pleasure. In this verse, we find out that God wants to bless us also when we are obedient to Him! God loves us and wants only the best for us. When we obey God’s word, His blessings and favor are released in our lives and follow us wherever we go and whatever we do!

Discussion Questions:

1. Who knows what sin is?

2. Did Chris honor his dad by disobeying him?

3. What does sin mean?

4. Why did God want Adam and Eve to obey Him by not eating the fruit on the tree?

5. What can happen when we are disobedient?

6. Why do we pray?

7. Does God love us when we make mistakes or sin?

8. What should we do when we disobey God?

Prayer Starter: Heavenly Father, we praise and thank You for making...

We started a new series called Wise Up and learned about Samuel.

Bible Story: Samuel Listens to God 1 Samuel 3

Need to Know:  I will (thumbs to chest) listen! (cup hands around ears)

God has great things to tell me and you! We can WISE UP and learn these great things as we read the Bible! Let’s read our verse for the week.

Remember Verse: “Wise people (thumbs to chest) Can listen (cup hand around ear) And learn...” (point to head) Proverbs 1:5 (show one finger)

Prayer Starter: Dear God, please help me listen to you and to others every day! Thank you for the people in my life who love me. I love you! In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen

Week 2 Revelation: The Final Battle GizmoNote

We learned that God has given us His love and His Spirit while we are here on Earth, so we must share our faith and help others whenever we can.

SuperTruth: I will help others and show them God’s love.

SuperVerse: “He will wipe every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death or sorrow or crying or pain. All these things are gone forever.” Revelation 21:4 (NLT)

Discussion Questions:

1. Can you give some ideas of how we can show God’s love?

2. Do you remember why Chris thought His parents would not forgive him in our video last time?

3. Is there anything so bad we can do that Jesus wouldn’t love us or forgive us?

4. Why can we never trust what Satan says?

5. Satan is called the accuser and the father of lies. Can we believe anything that he tells us?

6. Who is the light of the world?

7. Jesus is called “the Way, the Truth and the Life.” Can we trust what He tells us?

8. What does our SuperVerse say will happen when God dwells with His people?

9. Are these things just removed for a short time?

Prayer Starter: Dear God, thank You for loving me no matter what I do. Please help me to show Your love by...

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Week 4: Dr. Tock’s Traveling Clock

Need to Know: Be Kind (pat heart)

Bible Story: Joseph was Kind in Prison Genesis 39:20- 41:14

Remember Verse: “Love (hug self) Being kind (pat heart) To others.” (point to others) Micah 6:8 (hands open, like a book)

Challenge: Think about how you can be kind at home and school. Ask how you can be helpful at home and school, and ask God to help you be the kindest person you can be.

K-5 GizmoNote for Revelation: The Final Battle

We learned that Paul knew first hand that nothing was greater or more powerful than God’s love—it could not be stopped!

SuperTruth: I will live my life knowing that Jesus will come again.

SuperVerse: “Men of Galilee,” they said, “why are you standing here staring into heaven? Jesus has been taken from you into heaven, but someday He will return from heaven in the same way you saw Him go!” Acts 1:11

Discussion Questions:

1. Did Chris believe that his parents could forgive him?

2. Do you think Chris’s choice to disobey represents how we are to live our lives?

3. What would have been the better choice for Chris to do in obedience to his parents?

4. Do you think you would have stood there staring like the disciples did?

5. In our story, what did you think when Jesus appeared in the clouds with His army of angels?

6. How did Chris find the strength to recognize and reject Satan’s lies, and instead, have wisdom to believe the truth of God’s Word?

7. Try to imagine what that would be like. You are standing with Jesus and then He ascends into the clouds as you stand there! What would you think or feel?

8. Do you think the disciples felt hopeless or even scared that Jesus was leaving them alone?

9. Do you think the disciples thought Jesus would come back during their lifetime?

Prayer Starter: Jesus, You promised to come back again. Because of that, I want to...

Week 3 of Dr. Tock’s Traveling Clock

Need to Know: Be Kind (Pat heart)

Bible Story: Joseph Was Kind in Prison Genesis 39:20 - 41:14

Remember Verse: “Love (hug yourself) being kind (pat heart) to others.” (Point to others) Micah 6:8 (hold hands open, like a book)

Questions:

1. You just finished eating your dinner,and a loved one asks you to put your plate in the sink before you go play. If you want to BE KIND (pat heart), should you LEAVE your plate on the table or should you put your plate in the sink?
2. You made a special picture for your mom. But while you were making it, you dropped paper and glitter on the floor. If you want to BE KIND (pat heart), should you pretend you DON’T SEE (cover eyes with hands) the mess or should you CLEAN UP the mess on the floor?
3. You and your friend are outside playing in the yard. You find some really cool sticks, but your friend hasn’t found any. If you want to BE KIND (pat heart), what should you do? (Share with your friend, help him find some, etc.)

Prayer Starter: Dear God, please help me to be kind to my friends and family and help me to be a good example wherever I go...

Paul and the Shipwreck Lesson 2 GizmoNote

We learned that Paul kept going so he could accomplish God’s will and finish his journey to reap his reward. If we don’t give up, one day we will reap a harvest of blessings!

SuperTruth: I will not give up.

SuperVerse: “So let’s not get tired of doing what is good. At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don’t give up.“ Galatians 6:9 (NLT)

Discussion Questions:

1. Why did Joy, Chris and Gizmo travel with Chris’ parents to another country?
2. Do you believe that our lives will always be free of trouble once we decide to follow Jesus?
3. How would you feel if you were arrested on false charges?
4. If you are doing something good but no one seems to notice or care, is it easy or hard to keep going? Why?
5. What does “reap” mean?
6. Can you reap fruit or vegetables right after you plant the seeds?
7. As our SuperVerse says, we will reap a harvest of blessings at just the right time! What are some of God’s blessings?

Prayer Starter: Dear God, when I’m tired of doing something good and I’m ready to quit, please...

Week 2 of Dr. Tock’s Traveling Clock

Bible Story:  Joseph Learns to do What’s Right  Genesis 37; 39:1-6

Need To Know:  Do (thumbs to chest) what’s right (two thumbs up)
Remember Verse:  ”Love (hug self) being kind (pat heart) to others.” (Point to others) Micah 6:8 (hands open, like a book)

Questions:
What is one way you can do what is right at home? If someone tells you not to do eat candy before bed, but you do it anyway, is that doing the right thing? No! We can do what is right by listening and obeying those who love and care for us.  If you see someone in your family and they are really sad, how can you do what is right?  When you pray, be sure to ask God to help you always do the right thing.  

K-5 Paul and the Shipwreck GizmoNote.

We learned Paul did make it to Rome, just as God had revealed to him in the ship during the storm.

SuperTruth: I can accomplish God’s mission when I focus on Jesus.
SuperVerse: Let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith. Hebrews 12:1b-2a (NKJV)

Discussion Questions:

1. Who was on an important mission to help people in a village that had been damaged by a terrible flood? Why was Joy so discouraged?
2. Have you ever had an important assignment that you thought would be fun or exciting, but it turned out to be hard?
3. Who will help us finish an important job even if it is incredibly hard?
4.  The Apostle Paul was a man of determination and strength. It seemed that nothing could stop him from accomplishing the mission God gave him. But where did that strength come from? Do you think he just had an amazing amount of will power?
5.  What kind of race is our SuperVerse talking about?
6. What does it mean to run with endurance?

Prayer Starter: Jesus, help me to be obedient to Your Word so that I can...

Nursery and Preschool

Dr. Tock’s Traveling Clock series week 1

Bible Story: Joseph Learns to Do What’s Right Genesis 37, 39:1-6

Need To Know: Do (thumbs to chest) what’s right (two thumbs up)

Remember Verse: “ Love (hug self) being kind (pat heart) to others.” (point to others) Micah 6:8 (hands open, like a book)

Discussion Activity:

Use a paper plate and have your child color one side red and the other side green. Use the scenarios in the link to play.

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K-5 Paul and Silas GizmoNote

If you watched the videos, you saw examples of people who praised God and were thankful even in horrible circumstances. When we face trials and troubles, remember all God has blessed you with through Christ—and will continue to do so through eternity!

SuperTruth: I will rejoice and be content.

SuperVerse: “Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.” 1 Thessalonians 5:18 (NLT)

Discussion Questions:

1.Tell me why we saw Paul standing in water two times.

2. What does it mean to be content?

3. Have you ever been around people who complain and grumble a lot? How do you feel when you’re with them?

4. How does it feel to be around people who are usually joyful and thankful?

5. When Paul cast an evil spirit from the fortune teller, why were the girl’s masters so angry?

6. Why were Paul and Silas put in prison—did they do something wrong?

7. Would you be singing and praising God if you had been beaten and thrown in prison?

8. What happened when Paul and Silas were praising and worshiping God?

9. Why was the jailer about to kill himself?

10. The SuperVerse tells us to be thankful in what kinds of circumstances?

Prayer Starter: Dear God, open my eyes to see ...

Nursery and Preschool Week 4 of Game Changer series.

‍Bible Story: Nehemiah Rebuilds the Wall Nehemiah 2-4

‍Remember Verse: “When two people (show one finger on each hand) work together (bring two fingers together), they get more work done“ (pounds fist) Ecclesiastes 4:9

‍Need to Know: On God’s team (both hands point up), I (thumbs to chest) take turns (hands reach forward, palms up). Use the link below to tell the Bible story with the Bible Cards and act out a few of the parts. Have fun learning about Nehemiah!

Paul and Silas GizmoNote
We need the Spirit’s direction in every area of our lives. He will lead us; it is up to us to choose to follow.

SuperTruth: God’s Spirit directs and empowers me.
SuperVerse: Since we are living by the Spirit, let us follow the Spirit’s leading in every part of our lives. Galatians 5:25 (NLT)

Discussion Questions:
1. Do you remember the city where Paul and Silas were preaching and baptizing in our video. What was the city’s name?
2. Does the name Philippi remind you of a book of the Bible?
3. Why didn’t Paul and Silas go into certain areas to preach?
4. Why did Paul go to Philippi?
5. Will God’s Spirit still direct us today?
6. How do you think our hearts would feel if we disobeyed the Lord?
7. How will our hearts feel if we obey God?
8. The SuperVerse says we should follow God in which part of our lives?
9. Can you name some parts of our lives where we should follow God?
10. Name some good things that happened because Paul followed the Spirit’s direction.

Prayer Starter: Dear Jesus, guide me today as I ...