Faith Temple Church 

In an age of relativism, is there truth? You bet! And with God’s help, we can know it! This three-week series will help preteens learn the lifelong habit of untangling truth from themes of false teaching and tense conversations. 

Lesson Video Link: https://youtu.be/xw1TDyl7r8M  (Skip the countdown)

Let's Talk: What’s the hardest part about talking to someone you don’t agree with?

Song of the week:  J Moss - We Must Praise - https://youtu.be/NXrUcfcpkrE

Video:  What is fasting? 

Video: How do we pray?  

Prayer 1: The Lord's Prayer

Prayer 2: Bedtime Prayer 

Prayer 3: Prayer before a meal

Prayer 4: Prayer over yourself and others (by a 5 year old)

Enjoy your Holiday Vacation!!!!

You can be a positive influence in your family. Over time, because of you, you will notice things will be different based on how you behave and act. If you choose to fight and argue and not listen and throw fits, I promise you this…your family life’s gonna be tough. But if you choose to love, and learn, and laugh, and listen, serve, and lead, you are going to have an awesome impact on your family.  Read - 1 Timothy 4:12.

Lesson Video Link: https://youtu.be/0fr6lwPq6po

Let's Talk: Briefly talk about how you play(ed) a positive role to change things for the better in your family.

Song of the week:  Go Tell It / Wonderful Child (James Fortune)

Because know this…God has a great future for your life if you let Him lead you. No matter what you’ve been through or are going through He can set the course of your life on what He intended for it. Read - Jeremiah 29:11 NIV.

Lesson Video Link: https://youtu.be/nz_49qrB_DQ

Let's Talk: Briefly talk about your family upbringing has determined who you have become today both positively and negatively.

Song of the week:   Mary Did You Know (PENTATONIX)

Lesson Video Link: https://youtu.be/RU-hucqTcnU

Let's Talk:  Briefly talk about how your parents helped shape how you viewed God both positively and negatively.

Song of the week:  There's Christmas Without You (Kirk Franklin)

The reality is that we all come from such different families don’t we? Some of us have a bunch of siblings while others of us are only children. Some of us have both parents or step parents, or live with other relatives. Whatever your family dynamic is remember this…God knew the family He wanted you to be in to become the persona that He wanted you to be. Believe that. He gave you the family you have to refine you and strengthen you to become who he intend you to be. And granted you didn’t get to choose the family you have but you do get to choose how you act, behave, and live within whatever your family structure is like. Read - Luke 6:31.

Lesson Video Link: https://youtu.be/HyfkWyEFlvQ

Let's Talk: Parents briefly talk to your kids about what your family structure was like growing up.

Song of the week: Kirk Franklin - "Lift Every Voice and Sing"

We separate ourselves from a person or group of people we are called to love. So if we're going to take a side, let’s choose to side with Jesus. Jesus often stood in the middle, fighting to bring people together. Even when people were against Him, He was always FOR them. Let’s follow His way and dare to engage in politics differently by fighting for unity.  Read -  Matthew 5:16 NIV.

Lesson Video Link: https://youtu.be/XjfeIpm9fnk

Let's Talk: What do this verse mean, “In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” Matthew 5:16 NIV

Song of the week: SINACH: WAY MAKER - Official Live Video

We fight for unity in a divided world by choosing to love others the same way Jesus has loved us. Jesus loves with action, by crossing lines, and by going the extra mile. As followers of Jesus, we are called to be a picture of heaven to our broken world. The way we do that is by loving like Jesus does. Read - Luke 10:29.

Lesson Video Link: https://youtu.be/xjUY5BVQoYw

Let's Talk:  What do this verse mean, “You must love the LORD your God with all your heart, all your soul, all your strength, and all your mind. And, ‘Love your neighbor as yourself” Luke 10:26

Song of the Week: Lauren Daigle - You Say (Cover by Nadia Khristean ft. Rise Up Children's Choir)

Unity and division are both choices. In a world where so many people have settled for the easy choice of division, as followers of Jesus we are called to fight for unity. By following the example of Jesus, we can learn simple practices that will help us bring people together instead of driving them apart.  Read - Mark 3:24-25.

Lesson Video Link: https://youtu.be/jsLeTVf17TQ 

Let's Talk: What do this verse mean, “Blessed are the peacemakers...” Matthew 5:9 NIV

Song of the week: for KING & COUNTRY - TOGETHER (feat. Kirk Franklin & Tori Kelly)

Hopeful Bible Verses About Fear:

Discover FOUR PROMISES God made for when we are facing fears.

• God is always with us!
• God cares for us!
• God is bigger than our biggest fear!
• God works all things together for good!

Video Link: https://vimeo.com/kidology/kidschurchonline1

Song of the Week: Tye Tribbett - We Gon’ Be Alright (Lyric Video)

Sneak and Snoop are back! It’s another missing person, but this time it’s a young boy! He was last seen with his family at the temple in Jerusalem, but apparently did not leave for home with the rest of his family. It’s been three days! Will they find the boy? Will they figure out why he stayed behind? By the end of the adventure, you will learn why we need to obey our parents.

BIG IDEA: Obey Your Parents

Bible Passage: Luke 2

Bible Story: Jesus Lost at the Temple

Theme Verse: Colossians 3:20 Children, obey your parents in everything, for this pleases the Lord.

Video Link: https://vimeo.com/kidology/sneaknsnoop4

Parent Discussion: Obey Your Parent’s Guide

Sneak and Snoop are at it again, this time investigating the case of a squirting rock! It appears that a man named Moses has been charged with assaulting a rock with a stick. To make things even odder, after he hit the rock, water flowed out! Will they get to the bottom of this strange case? Who was this man and why did he hit a rock? Where did the water come from? By the end of this adventure, you will learn that we need to obey carefully.

BIG IDEA: Obey Carefully

Bible Passage: Numbers 20

Bible Story: Moses Striking the Rock

Theme Verse: Duet. 12:18 Be careful to obey all these words that I command you, that it may go well with you.

Video Link: https://vimeo.com/kidology/sneaknsnoop3

Parent Discussion: Obey Carefully Guide

Tune in to the Extreme Home Sports Network to watch the Extreme Taco Building Competition between Maniac Micah and Crazy Karl! You will also learn about Peter, aka Wet Feet Pete, who was victorious in the extreme sport of Water Walking! God rewards extreme faith!

Theme Verse: Philippians 4:13

Video Link: https://vimeo.com/kidology/extreme3 

Parent Discussion: Extreme Faith Guide

Song of the Week: Deitrick Haddon - Gorilla Faith

Tune in to the Extreme Home Sports Network to watch the Extreme Paper Airplane Competition between Maniac Micah and Crazy Karl! You will also learn about Elijah, who was victorious in the extreme sport of Fire Starting! God rewards extreme bravery!

Theme Verse: Philippians 4:19

Video Link: https://vimeo.com/kidology/extreme2

Parent Discussion Guide: Extreme Bravery Guide

Captain Karl and Space Ranger Micah finally get the mission launched but not before an argument over who to name the ship after as they both want the glory for themselves. They learn that God deserves all the glory and the ship is given a worthy name. You will learn that worship is more than singing, it is anything we do that shows God what He is worth to us. They'll discover that worship is not only Upwards, it's Inward and Outward as well.

Theme Verse: 1 Corinthians 2:9

Video Link: https://vimeo.com/kidology/eternity4

Space Ranger Micah finds himself floating in space away from the ship because he didn't stay connected! You will learn the importance of staying connected to God and each other and that the Church is not the building, it is wherever God's People are!

Theme Verse: Hebrews 10:24

Video Link: https://vimeo.com/kidology/eternity3

Captain Karl and Space Ranger Micah find themselves in the middle of a dangerous asteroid field because they weren't communicating! You will learn that we need to be in regular communication with God in order to avoid disaster and to grow closer to God!

Theme Verse: Jeremiah 33:3

Video Link: https://vimeo.com/kidology/eternity2

Parent Discussion: Prayer Guide

Captain Karl and Space Ranger Micah nearly get lost in space when they fail to properly use the Navigation System. You will learn the importance of the Bible in navigating life and be challenged to spend time in God's Word every day with a very practical challenge!

Theme Verse: Psalm 32:8

Video Link: https://vimeo.com/kidology/eternity1

Parent Discussion: The Bible Guide

Read: Daniel 3 .“The Fiery Furnace” takes viewers back in time to meet three men who chose to obey God at the risk of death. In this episode, you will discover how Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego firmly refused to bow to a false god, even though the king of Babylon threatened to kill them. Witness how God was with these courageous men throughout their fiery ordeal. You will see that the Lord wants us to worship and serve only Him—no matter the consequences. Most importantly, you will learn that obeying God is always right! (Superbook - Gordon Robertson)

Video:  The Fiery Furnace

Song:  Tye Tribbett - We Gon’ Be Alright (At Home Edition)

Activity: The Fiery Furnace Crossword Puzzle

Read: Jonah 1-4. “Jonah” takes viewers back in time to meet a man who ran away from God. In this episode, you will witness how Jonah heard God’s call to preach in Nineveh—and then boarded a ship headed in the opposite direction! Discover how God uses a storm and a great fish to turn Jonah around. You will see that the Lord wants to show mercy to all people, even those who are very wicked. Most importantly, you will learn that God wants us to show His kindness and compassion to others! (Superbook - Gordon Robertson)

Video:  Jonah (Superbook)

Song:  Johnathan McReynolds – Situation

Activity: Jonah and the Fish (Youtube- How to fold it).

Read: Luke 15:11-32. In the parable of the prodigal son, Jesus was teaching that God wants to forgive both sinners and self-righteous people. The real focus of this story is the long-suffering father, who continues to love both sons as they dishonor him. It is a beautiful story of God’s love and determination to see the lost return to him.

Video:  The Prodigal Son

Song:  Prodigal Son - Tye Tribbett & G.A

Activity:  The Lost Son

No lesson this week.  Enjoy you're 4th of July Week.

The prophet Daniel was living under a King who didn’t respect God. When he made prayer against the law it didn’t stop Daniel from praying. The punishment was terrible – he was thrown into a cave of lions overnight. The LORD saved Daniel and protected him from harm all night long. The next day everyone was amazed by the power of God. Just like Daniel, we can trust that Jesus will save those who follow him. No matter how bad the trouble, God has the power to save.  Read - Daniel 6.

Video:  Roar!!!! (Superbook)

Song: NO REASON TO FEAR JJ HAIRSTON & YOUTHFUL PRAISE

Activity: Daniel Cryptogram Activity

This is truly a story of contrasts. Goliath was an experienced warrior; David was a shepherd. Goliath was huge; David was small. The giant wore armor; the boy refused to wear armor. The warrior carried a sword, a spear, and a shield; the shepherd carried a staff, a sling, and five smooth stones. Goliath scoffed at the God of Israel; David trusted the God of his fathers.  When the dust of the battle settled, it was apparent to all that the superhuman strength of the giant Goliath was not an advantage over the almighty power of the God of Israel.  Read - 1 Samuel 17:45.

Video:  A Giant Adventure (Superbook)

Song:  Unstoppable - Koryn Hawthorne

Activity: David and the Giant – Maze

God chose Moses to lead his people out of Egyptian bondage and he patiently worked his plan through Moses’ birth and adoption into Pharaoh’s own household.  When he reached adulthood Moses attempted to mete justice upon some Egyptians himself but God led him away until the time came for him to embrace God’s plans.  It was not up to man.  Only God could do these wonders and save his people. Read  - Exodus 4:21-23.

Video: Let My People Go (Superbook)

Song:  When You Believe - Whitney Houston & Mariah Carey

Activity: Moses and the Burning Bush - Word Search

Read - Genesis 25:24-34, 27:1-26.  In the Bible story today, there were two brothers. Jacob and Esau were brothers who didn’t make very good choices. Jacob was making stew one day while Esau was hunting. Esau got hungry and wanted some of the stew. What was Jacob’s choice? (have the children talk to their neighbor about what happened next – then talk with the group) Jacob decided to ask for Esau’s birthright for a bowl of stew. Did Esau agree? Yes he did—probably not the best choice. He sold his inheritance for a bowl of stew. Then Jacob did something else. He tricked his father so that he would get the blessing.

Video: Jacob & Esau

Song: You're Bigger - Jekalyn Carr 

Activity: Jacob Hidden Pictures

Abraham believed God. When God promised a son, Abraham believed in God’s promise even when he was old and it seemed impossible. Abraham loved God and wanted to obey Him. God kept His promise and gave Abraham the promised son, named Isaac. Imagine Abraham’s delight when he finally held his own baby boy after waiting so many years. Abraham loved Isaac. When he watched his baby boy grow into a young man, sometimes he would look at Isaac with so much love his heart felt like it would burst … but did Abraham love Isaac more than he loved God?

In Genesis 22, God tested Abraham. God said, “Abraham,” and Abraham answered, “Here I am” (Genesis 22:1). Imagine Abraham’s surprise when God told him to sacrifice the son he loved so much? His heart probably sank into the bottom of his stomach at the thought. God knew that Abraham loved Isaac, how could God ask such a thing?

Planning to obey God, Abraham would sacrifice Isaac. He got up early in the morning while it was still dark. He took Isaac and the wood and began the long journey to the land of Moriah, where God commanded him to sacrifice his beloved son. Do you think his steps were slow? Do you think he doubted God’s plan? Do you think those three days of travel were hard?

When they got close to the mountain, Abraham and Isaac left their servants. With only the fire, the wood and his father, Isaac asked, “…where is the lamb for the offering?” Abraham answered, “God will provide for himself the lamb for a burnt offering, my son” (Genesis 22: 8).

On top of the mountain, Abraham prepared to obey God, when an angel called him to stop. “Do not lay your hand on the boy or do anything to him for now I know you fear God, seeing how you have not withheld your son, your only son, from me” (Genesis 22:12). Looking up, Abraham saw a ram God provided for Abraham to sacrifice.

God loved Abraham. As much as Abraham loved Isaac, Abraham proved that he loved God more. God doesn’t want us to love anything or anyone more than we love Him.

Video: The Test

Song:He Turned It - Tye Tribbett

Get Up and Move: Father Abraham Song

Activity: Abraham Had a Son Word Scramble

Have you had someone encourage, support, or defend you in a difficult time? Barnabas was this type of person. He always seemed to come alongside others who needed help. He was an encourager; so much so that the meaning of the nickname the other apostles gave him was “Son of Encouragement” (Acts 4:36). He had a desire to help others grow in the Lord and to function in the gift and calling God had for them. He was willing to support others when it seemed no one else would.

We see that with Saul (Paul), John Mark, and the churches that Paul and he ministered to. (Acts 9:26-28; Acts 11:22-23; Acts 14:21-25; Acts15:36-39). Have you ever been around someone that seems to delight in kicking others when they are down? They choose to tear down or condemn others when they make a mistake or fall into sin instead of building up and helping them to overcome. As followers of Christ, we have a responsibility and a calling to be like Barnabas; to build up instead of tear down. The Bible calls us to be encouragers. “Brothers and sisters, we urge you to warn those who are lazy. Encourage those who are timid.

But someone who falls alone is in real trouble.” Rather than kick others when they are down, we are called to reach out and help them up. This is what Barnabas did and this is what Jesus did while He was on the earth. He reached out and touched those who others had written off and cast aside. (Isaiah 61:1; Matthew 18:11; John 3:17; Luke 5:31).

Video: Paul and Barnabas

Song: Encourage Yourself - Donald Lawrence

Activity: Hand to Hand - Paper Doll Making

Paul and Silas attempted to go to several countries on their missionary journey. However, the Holy Spirit did not allow them to enter certain areas. God then spoke to Paul in a vision instructing him to go to Macedonia in the country of Greece. Paul and Silas immediately boarded a boat to sail there. Paul and Silas listened to the Holy Spirit and followed God's plan rather than their own (Acts 16:6-10). As followers of Christ, God's Spirit lives in us. The Holy Spirit will guide us, as He did Paul and Silas, if we are willing to follow His voice. Galatians 5:25, says, "Since we are living by the Spirit, let us follow the Spirit's leading in every part of our lives."

As with Paul, the Holy Spirit will lead us to people that need to hear the Good News of Jesus Christ. The Holy Spirit will also illuminate God's word and give us wisdom and understanding to make right choices and decisions. Psalm 119:105 says, "Your word is a lamp to guide my feet and a light for my path." Jesus called His followers sheep. Sheep need a shepherd to care for them, to lead, and to protect them. Jesus said in John 10:27, "My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me." Yes, God's Spirit will guide us - will we follow?

Video: Paul and Silas

Song: Is My Living In Vain - The Clark Sisters

Activity: How to make a paper chain

Grace is receiving something you don’t deserve. That is different from the concept of mercy. Mercy is not receiving punishment for something that you do deserve. In the English New Testament, the word “grace” is always a translation of “charis,” a word that occurs in the Greek text more than 170 times. The apostle Peter writes, “May God give you more and more grace and peace as you grow in your knowledge of God and Jesus our Lord” (2 Peter 1:2). Grace is a gift of God. It is God intervening in our lives to bring about His will despite the circumstances that we may face.

There may be times where we make mistakes. It seems like we dig ourselves into a hole that we can't get out of. God's grace is there to pull us up out of that hole without us doing anything to escape. If you find yourself in a position where it seems that there is no answer or there is no way out, ask God to bring His grace into that situation. Then continue to thank Him for working in your life. The blessing of God comes to us despite our weakness, our failures, and our sin. That is why the great hymn writer, John Newton, who himself had been captain of a slave ship, was able to receive God's forgiveness and write these words in his timeless hymn: "Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound, that saved a wretch like me. I once was lost, but now I'm found, was blind, but now I see."

Video: Paul and the Shipwreck

Song: Smile - Kirk Franklin

Activity: Make a paper boat

Saul believed strongly in the Jewish faith of his ancestors. He violently persecuted God’s church and tried to destroy it. (Gal. 1:13-14) He dragged believers from their houses and put them in prison. He approved of the stoning of Stephen, the first Christian martyr. Saul thought he was doing the right thing by defending Judaism, but God’s purposes could not be stopped. As Saul was on his way to arrest believers in Damascus, the Lord stopped him in his tracks. Jesus revealed Himself to Saul, and Saul was never the same.

Video: Road to Damascus

Song: Blessing on Blessings (The B.O.B Bounce)

Activity: Share the Gospel Finger Puzzle

The Story of Easter - Experience the wonder of the fulfillment of God’s promise to His chosen people as Jesus ascends into Heaven in the glorious miracle of the Resurrection! (Read: Matthew 28).

Videos: 1.  The Last Supper

              2.  He Has Risen

              3.  Ascension - Part 1

              4.  Ascension - Part 2 

Song: Donald Lawrence & Tri City Singers - Matthew 28.

Activity: Easter Color by Number