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 5 and 6 Core Bible Story (10 minutes)
Read Genesis 45:1–8; Genesis 50:15–21 — Joseph Trusts God
Teacher begins by reading the Core Bible Story (Parts I and II).
Joseph had been betrayed, sold into slavery, falsely accused, imprisoned, and forgotten. Through all of this he honored God in his words and attitude, and he fully trusted that God had a unique purpose for his life. Facilitate discussion with the following questions:
1) What position did Joseph end up serving as?
2) What happened when Joseph was reunited with his brothers? How did the brothers respond?
3) What did Joseph tell his brothers his God-given mission was?
4) Later after Joseph’s father died, the brothers feared Joseph’s good will wouldn’t last. They offered themselves as slaves, which was an appropriate punishment for their having sold him as a slave. How did Joseph respond again?
1) Joseph ended up as Pharaoh’s second-in-command.
2) They expected Joseph to punish them, but he didn’t. To their surprise (for they had betrayed him), Joseph shows them love and grace, and says that it is God, not his family, rulers, or government, who is in charge of his life. The brothers were shocked, amazed, humbled, and relieved that Joseph showed mercy toward them.
3) To go before them and preserve their lives. He knew God led him there and would empower him to help save the people.
4) Joseph told them not to be afraid, and said, “You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good.” Joseph’s forgiveness was complete. He knew God had used their sin to work good in many people’s lives. He didn’t put himself in the place of God who says He is the only one who avenges wrongs. Only God knows who is truly repentant and who needs further discipline.
Week 5 Bible Passage (5 minutes)
Romans 8:28
Ask a student to read the Bible passage from page 36 and then to close their workbook. Discuss: What is the main idea of the passage?
God promises that he will use even the bad things that happen to us for our good.
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.
And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.
Week 5 Scripture Song (5 minutes)
“Bad to Good” (Romans 8:28)
Play the song in class. (CLICK HERE to open your Media Player)
Students turn to the Song Lyrics on page 37 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 works for good in all things. What is meant for evil God uses for good for those who love Him. Even through trials in life, God works for our good. God is with believers through the bad and good.
Week 5 Motto (5 minutes)
“Bad to Good” (Romans 8:28)
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.
God works for the good of those who love him
Application: How does knowing that God works for the good of those who love him an encouragement to you?
God works all things together for good—both His good and our good. As God is glorified, His people benefit. Those who love God can trust His goodness, His power, and His will to work out all things for our good. God allows experiences in our lives to help us trust Him more. God will use even the most difficult things in our lives for good. It is comforting to know that God is in control.
Week 6 Bible Passage (5 minutes)
1 John 1:8–9
Ask a student to read the Bible passage from page 43 and then to close their workbook. Discuss: What is the main idea of the passage?
If we confess our sins, God is faithful to forgive us and cleanse us from our guilt.
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.
If we claim to be without sin, we deceive ourselves and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.
Week 6 Scripture Song (5 minutes)
“One-eighty” (1 John 1:8–9)
Play the song in class. (CLICK HERE to open your Media Player)
Students turn to the Song Lyrics on page 44 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: What does it mean to do a one-eighty? Why should we do a one-eighty when we sin?
To do a one-eighty means to turn from sin and ask for forgiveness. We shouldn’t try to hide our sin or keep on sinning. Instead, we should confess our sin, and God who is faithful will forgive our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness. When we keep on sinning it weighs us down. When we come clean, God will show mercy and forgive us, and we will get a fresh start.
Week 6 Motto (5 minutes)
“One-eighty” (1 John 1:8–9)
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.
He is faithful and just and will forgive us
Application: God’s Word promises that He is faithful and just and will forgive us. How can we have freedom when we claim that promise?