LESSON OVERVIEW FOR ADULTS In Scripture Joshua 4:1–24, the people of Israel crossed the Jordan River because God held back the waters for them. God told Joshua to have twelve men pick up twelve stones from the river to build a memorial. These stones were to remind future generations of God’s mighty power and His faithfulness to His people. In
LESSON OVERVIEW FOR ADULTS In Isaiah 6:1–8, the prophet Isaiah experiences a powerful vision of God seated on His throne, surrounded by angels proclaiming His holiness. This moment of divine encounter leads Isaiah to recognize his own sinfulness. Yet, in response to God’s cleansing and call, Isaiah boldly says, “Here am I; send me.” This passage reveals how worship and
LESSON OVERVIEW FOR ADULTS In John 14:5–11, Jesus responds to Philip’s question about seeing the Father by explaining that anyone who has seen Him has seen the Father. Jesus affirms His unity with God the Father, making clear that His words and works come directly from God. This passage emphasizes the truth that Jesus reveals God perfectly and invites us
LESSON OVERVIEW FOR ADULTS In Acts 8:26-39, we read about Philip and the Ethiopian official. This official was reading the book of Isaiah but did not understand what it meant. God sent Philip to help him understand that the scripture he was reading pointed to Jesus. Once the official believed, he asked to be baptized right away. This story shows
Lesson Overview for ADULTS In Scripture 1 Kings 19:1–19, we meet Elijah right after his dramatic victory over the prophets of Baal. Though he had just experienced God’s power, Elijah became afraid and discouraged when Queen Jezebel threatened his life. He ran into the wilderness, feeling utterly alone. But God gently pursued Elijah, providing food, rest, and eventually revealing Himself
Lesson Overview for ADULTS In 1 Kings 3:3-15, we read about young King Solomon who loved God and followed his father David’s guidance. When God appeared to Solomon in a dream at Gibeon, He offered the new king anything he desired. Instead of asking for riches, long life, or power over his enemies, Solomon humbly requested wisdom to rule God’s
Lesson Overview for ADULTS In Genesis 13:1-18, we discover an important story about two family members who had to make difficult decisions. Abraham and his nephew Lot had become very wealthy with large flocks and herds, but their success created a problem. Their shepherds began fighting over the best grazing land and water sources because there wasn’t enough space for
LESSON THEME: God Makes Rules In Genesis 2:15-17, God placed Adam in the Garden of Eden to work and take care of it, giving him freedom to eat from every tree except the tree of the knowledge of good and evil. God clearly warned that eating from this forbidden tree would result in death. This command was not restrictive but
VBS MOTTO: God’s Truth Never Changes! THEME VERSE: Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not rely on your own understanding. -Proverbs 3:5 Bible Story: The Power of the Holy Spirit (Ephesians 3:16-4:6)Today’s Point: The Holy Spirit changes us.Some People Say: Follow your heart to be good.God Says: The Holy Spirit will teach you what is good.
VBS MOTTO: God’s Truth Never Changes! THEME VERSE: Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not rely on your own understanding. -Proverbs 3:5 Bible Story: The Rich Young Ruler (Mark 10:17-27)Today’s Point: Everyone needs Jesus.Some People Say: Being a good person gets you into heaven.God Says: Everyone sins and needs a Savior. Items Needed: Leader Devotion As
