Children's Discipleship Resources

This Week's Sunday School Lesson                                                                                                        

Josiah became king of Judah when he was only eight years old, and from the very beginning he wanted to do what was right in the eyes of the Lord. As he grew, Josiah began to seek God with all his heart. When he saw that the people of Judah were worshiping idols and false gods, he destroyed them and led the nation back to worship the one true God. While repairing the temple, the priest Hilkiah found "the Book of the Law"- God's Word that had been forgotten for many years. When Josiah heard the words read aloud, he was heartbroken that the people had not obeyed God. He tore his clothes in sorrow and repented before God. Josiah gathered the people, and together they made a promise to obey God's Word. Even though Josiah was a good king, he was still a sinner who needed forgiveness. This story reminds us that Jesus is the perfect King He never sinned but took our sin on Himself at the cross so that we can be made right with God.

Family Discussion Questions
1. Why was Josiah such a good king? Why did he destroy idols in Judah?
Takeaway: Worship the right God in the right way.
2. What treasure did Hilkiah find in the temple?
Takeaway: The Bible is God's gift to us, and we should treasure it.
3. How did Josiah and the people respond when they heard God's Word?
Takeaway: True repentance means turning from sin to God.
4. How is Jesus a better King than Josiah?
Takeaway: Sinless Jesus saves us from our sin by becoming sin for us.

Family Challenge
This week, read part of the Bible together as a family. Talk about one way you can obey God's Word just like Josiah did.

Children's Ministry Memory Verse of the Month Song
Listen to the song that the kids will be using to memorize the verse for this month.

Worship Song with Hand Motions
The Children’s Ministry is learning this song, with motions, in Sunday School.  Hand motions have been implemented to help with memorization.

Baptism
Click the picture to see a video that gives a general understanding of baptism.

New Testament Bible Verses to reference and discuss:
Matthew 28:19– A command from Jesus
Romans 6:3-4– A symbol of new life
2 Corinthians 5:17– Transformation
Acts 2:38– Repentance and forgiveness
Mark 16:16– Outward expression of Inward faith
Acts 22:16– Obedience 
John 3:5– Part of being born again

Baptism
Click the picture to see a video that gives a general understanding of baptism.

New Testament Bible Verses to reference and discuss:
Matthew 28:19– A command from Jesus
Romans 6:3-4– A symbol of new life
2 Corinthians 5:17– Transformation
Acts 2:38– Repentance and forgiveness
Mark 16:16– Outward expression of Inward faith
Acts 22:16– Obedience 
John 3:5– Part of being born again

The Jesus Storybook Bible, written by Sally Lloyd-Jones, is a children’s Bible that retells key stories from Scripture, emphasizing how each one points to Jesus. It includes stories from both the Old and New Testaments, presenting them in a way that is accessible and engaging for young readers.

Key Features:
•Christ-Centered Focus: Every story, from creation to Revelation, highlights how it connects to God’s overarching plan of salvation through Jesus.
•Narrative Style: Written in a warm, imaginative tone, it reads like a storybook, making it appealing to children.
•Illustrations: Beautiful artwork by Jago enhances the storytelling.
•Themes: God’s love, grace, and faithfulness are consistently emphasized.

The Kingdom of God Storybook Bible is a children’s Bible that focuses on the central theme of God’s kingdom throughout Scripture. It weaves together key Bible stories, showing how they all point to God’s plan to establish His kingdom through Jesus Christ. Written in an engaging and accessible way for young readers, the book emphasizes God’s love, redemption, and the unfolding story of salvation. It often includes colorful illustrations and applications to help children understand how they fit into God’s kingdom today. Separate books for Old Testament & New Testament.