Learning Review Weeks 1–2 (SSP)

Learning Review Procedure: Teachers facilitate discussion and ask for student participation on Core Bible Stories, Weekly Bible Verses, and songs. Choose students to answer verbally in class. No writing is required, except for notes taken on the lyrics pages. Discussion is designed so that students increase long-term memory of the main ideas and hide God’s Word in their hearts!

Weeks 1 and 2 Core Bible Story (10 minutes)

Luke 5:33–6:11 — The Parable of Old Garments and Old Wineskins

The Core Bible Story is lengthy and in two parts. In this story Jesus shows that his ways weren’t going to fit with some of the old laws. First, summarize the key points of the story for your students: 1) Jesus challenged the Pharisees and their many rules that it was unlawful to work or heal on the Sabbath. 2) Jesus let his disciples pluck grain and eat it on the Sabbath, even though this was against the law. 3) Jesus used scripture to show the Pharisees that their laws were wrong. 4) On another Sabbath, a man with a shriveled hand came to Jesus. 5) Pharisees wanted to accuse Jesus and see if he would heal on the Sabbath. 6) Jesus used Scripture again to show that their laws were wrong. 7) Jesus healed the man even though it was unlawful and proves that God wanted to heal on Sabbaths. 8) Jesus interpreted how the Sabbath should be followed, not the Pharisees. This enraged most Pharisees, who clung to their old traditions and refused Jesus’ new ways. 9) Pharisees respond by plotting to destroy Jesus.

Discuss: What does the Core Bible Story tell us about Jesus? What does Jesus want us to know?

Jesus came to give new life and freedom. Life and healing and grace are more important than keeping the old law. Jesus used scripture to show others when they were being fooled by false teaching. Jesus is the “Lord of the Sabbath.”

Week 1 Bible Passage (5 minutes)

Colossians 3:16

Ask a student to read the Bible passage from page 100 and then to close their workbook.
Discuss: What is the main idea of the passage?

When we know and cherish God’s Word, it lives in our hearts and constantly guides us.

Choose one student to recite the passage from memory (may get help from classmates).
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Students partner up and quiz each other on the passage. After a few minutes, choose one student to recite the passage to the class from memory.

Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God.

Week 1 Scripture Song (5 minutes)

“Salvation Speedway” (Colossians 3:16)

Play the song in class. (CLICK HERE to open your Media Player)
Students turn to the Song Lyrics on page 101 of their Student Workbooks. While listening to the song, students write down their insights and make personal connections on the lyrics page (circle key words, underline action steps, write out what God is teaching them to do, rewrite main ideas in their own words, etc.).

Discuss: How does the song reflect the meaning of the passage?

God’s Word should guide believers. The Christian life is not about being first, but about following God’s Word. When we are filled up with His Word, we will have a heart of gratitude and will be equipped for God to lead us.

Week 1 Motto (5 minutes)

“Salvation Speedway” (Colossians 3:16)

Note: Project this section of your Learning Review page (the Motto Buster Video) for your class to view and hear.

Play the Motto Buster Video in class to see who can guess the hidden motto first. Pause the video when students raise their hand to indicate they have solved the motto. Student states the motto out loud. If correct, student writes the motto on the board as the teacher facilitates discussion on the meaning of the motto.

Let the Word of Christ dwell in you

Application: How can you let the Word of Christ dwell in you richly?

Believers ought to make room in their lives for God’s Word. We should read His Word regularly and memorize Scripture. We can study God’s Word and talk about how we can apply it to our lives. God’s Word can actually live in our hearts when we meditate on it regularly. All of these things will help God’s Word to guide our hearts and actions.

Week 2 Bible Passage (5 minutes)

2 Timothy 3:16–17

Ask a student to read the Bible passage from page 107 and then to close their workbook. Discuss: What is the main idea of the passage?

All the words of the Bible come from God to teach and train us to be more like Him.

All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.

Week 2 Scripture Song (5 minutes)

“66 Gallons O’ Fuel” (2 Timothy 3:16–17)

Play the song in class. (CLICK HERE to open your Media Player)
Students turn to the Song Lyrics on page 108 of their Student Workbooks. While listening to the song, students write down their insights and make personal connections on the lyrics page (circle key words, underline action steps, write out what God is teaching them to do, rewrite main ideas in their own words, etc.).
Discuss: How does the song reflect the meaning of the passage?

All scripture is spiritual fuel that is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting, and training. God’s Word will help us to live the Christian life and keep us on the right path. Just as cars need fuel, the Bible equips believers to stay on track. Reading God’s Word makes us new as we are refueled to please God.

Week 2 Motto (5 minutes)

“66 Gallons O’ Fuel” (2 Timothy 3:16–17)

Note: Project this section of your Learning Review page (the Motto Buster Video) for your class to view and hear.

Equipped for every good work

Application: How can God’s Word equip us for every good work?

The Bible equips us in four ways, it: teaches, rebukes, corrects and trains. The Bible trains believers to be thoroughly equipped and ready for every good work. All Scripture was given by God to be useful for the believer. God’s Word is written to help us live our lives for Him.