Class 1

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BIBLE
STANDARD
SUNDAY SCHOOL TEXT BOOK
Published by: CHURCH OF GOD KERALA STATE SUNDAY SCHOOL DEPARTMENT, MULAKUZHA, CHENGANNUR
Sponsored by : Church of God, Dubai & Church of God, Ahmadi
Class 1 (English)
Sixth Edition - 2017

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COG KERALA STATE SUNDAY SCHOOL DEPARTMENT

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PREFACE
Today’s Sunday school students are tomorrow’s church. They will be active members of the Church. They are also
Nation builders. Our children are the salt of the society in the midst of a generation which had lost values. Sunday
school teachers toil tirelessly to strengthen them in the spiritual realm. Since 1995 onwards, we follow this Sunday school
curriculum. It aims to give spiritual nourishment and overall knowledge of the Word of God.
Today’s Sunday school is tomorrow’s church. So, utmost care and diligence should be exerted. Christ has entrusted us
the duty of rearing His sheep along with the growth of Christ’s church which is more important.(Ephesians 4:11-16) .
For this purpose teachers and students should join together and study the Word of God systematically. Sunday school is
the treasure trove of the church. The Scripture itself says, “Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he
will not turn from it.” Robert Rakes, in 18th century invited vagabonds, children of factory workers, estate labourers and
taught them songs, prayers, bible study etc. This led to Spiritual Renaissance in England. Spiritual warriors like George
Muller were the products of those Sunday Schools.
The future leaders of the Church of God are our children. The President, Secretary, Board Members, District – Zonal
office bearers, Local Church Pastors, Headmasters, teachers, persons sponsoring book are all participating in this priceless
endeavour to make the children efficient. The sixth edition of this book is dedicated on behalf of the Church of God,
with the prayer that all those who use this book shall be a blessing in all ways.
In Lord’s service,
Mulakuzha Pastor C. C. Thomas

01/07/2017 Kerala State Overseer
Mount Zion, Mulakuzha, Kerala

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PUBLICATION BOARD (2017 - 2018)
Pastor T. A. George (President)

Pastor Salu Varghese (Secretary)
Prof. Blesson George (Member)
Prof. M.K. Samuel ’’
Samuel George ’’
Pastor Sabu P. Chandy ’’
K. Abraham ’’
Babu N. Kuriakose ’’
Alex G. Sam ’’
Prof. Thomas Mathew ’’
Binu Chacko ’’
Aji Varghese ’’
P.C. Philip ’’
Pastor Bobby Thomas ’’
Blesson Varghese ’’
Pr. Abraham Skariah ’’
Pr. Sojan T.T. ’’
TEXT BOOK WRITERS
Class 1 - 4 : Prof. M.K. Samuel M.A., M.Phil.

(Bishop Moore College, Mavelikara, Rtd.)
Class 5 - 6 : Pastor Saji Zachariah B.A, B.D, (Late)
(Mount Zion Teacher, Rtd.)
Class 7 : Pastor P.J. Samuel B.D.
Class 8 - 11 : Pastor P.J. James M.D., B.D.

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DECLARATION
Sunday school is an organisation to teach the Word of God to the next generation. Sunday school also helps them to
grow up into Him, who is the Head, that is, the Christ. Since the inception of the Church of God, Sunday school has
been organised. The labour, pain and services of blessed servants of God, who were behind this endeavour, are kindly
remembered.
The teachers, who dedicate themselves in preparing the generation & helping them to attain eternal life, are
congratulated. Let God bless them for all their priceless services.
The Sunday school department was started with an intention to teach the Word of God to the rising generation of
the Church. For implementing this, the Department started publishing highly standard books since 1995. In 2014, more
interesting and interactive text (Class 1) was published. Text books up to eleventh class are written by well experienced
and highly qualified teachers in theological and secular field.
Sunday school is having a great role in advancement of the Gospel. It is happy to see that majority of children are
attaining salvation, baptism, spiritual baptism, dedication to Lord's service, during the Sunday school period.
I thank, Honourable State Overseer Pastor C.C Thomas, Board members, my colleagues in the Sunday school family,
Salu Varghese, State Secretary, who had masterminded to release a new Sunday school book with picture and activities
and all those who are encouraging the Sunday school Department
This book will be a blessing for the children. Above all, our gracious God will be glorified through this publication.
Church of God Kerala State Sunday School text book publication committee dedicates sixth edition of this book into
the hands of God.
In Lord's service,
On behalf of Sunday School Department
Pastor T.A.George,
Mulakuzha State President,
01/07/2017 Sunday School, Kerala

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CONTENTS
1. The God who loves us 8 18. God protects the young men thrown into fire 59
2. The God who created Adam and Eve 11 19. The disobedience of Jonah 62
3. The result of disobedience 14 20. The birth of Jesus 65
4. Enoch - Beloved of God 17 21. The shepherds see Jesus 68
5. God protects Noah in the flood 20 22. Jesus loves little children 71
23. Jesus heals the paralytic 74
6. The God who loved Abraham 23
24. Jesus heals the blind man 77
7. God loves Lot 26
25. Jesus raises the dead 80
8. God who helps Hagar 29
26. Jesus loves the tax collecter 83
9. The obedient Isaac 32
27. Jesus loves the leper 86
10. God who protected Jacob 35
28. The lost sheep 89
11. Joseph - Jacob’s beloved son 38
29. Jesus love a gentile 92
12. God cares for Joseph 41 30. Jesus loves his enemy 95
13. God protects baby Moses 44 31. The King rides on the donkey 98
14. God who heard Hannah’s prayer 47 32. The judge who punishes the innocent 101
15. God select David as king 50 33. On the cross, between thieves 104
16. Elijah fed by ravens 53 34. Jesus buried by a Councillor 107
17. God punishes the mockers 56 35. Jesus comes out of the tomb 110

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FOREWORD
Sunday School has been educating and molding our young ones in the eternal Word of God in addition to their Christian Family
upbringing. The rapidly changing and ever modernization, has mandated us too to constantly review and update the teaching
methodology and techniques used in our Sunday school curriculum. Accordingly, Sunday School Board decided to review and revise
the entire curriculum of standard I.
We are happy to bring out a text book with new style and thus present an altogether new vine in a new bottle but without diluting
the ever eternal Word of God.
“Listen”, “See”, “Do”, “Repeat” are the keywords used to prepare this curriculum. When the teacher tells a story, students study
by listening them. By showing they can remember approximately 50% of the story. The use of Flash Cards in the classes, the children
can memorize up to 70% of the story. But by Doing Activities given along with lesson almost 80% of the topic can be retained by
the students. When students study the questions on the last part of the lesson, they get a chance to repeat the portion. Experts
suggest that children can retain even up to 90% of the subject by Listening, Seeing, Doing & Repeating.
In each chapter, different types of activities are included for the fun and attracting the attention of our children. Coloring, Find
out the right way, Match the figures, Find out the differences, Tick the correct answer, Crosswords etc. are among some of them.
All teachers should have crayons adequate to the number of children. Pencil is to be brought by the children. Children should be
encouraged to do all the activities themselves and independently. At the end of the year, students who have done activities and
exercises in the book in commendable manner can be rewarded to encourage such student and set example for other students to
follow.
Generally on a subject, Students have a limited attention span of 10-15 minutes. It is preferred to teach the lessons within 15
minutes. Next 20 minutes can be set apart for activities. Activities and teaching should be done on same day itself. It is recommended
not to postpone activities of the lesson taught to some other date and time. Teachers should only take a class after thorough reading,
understanding and preparation of the Subject to be covered. The children’s attention should be brought to the topic or the subject
by throwing set of questions or by telling stories given in the introductory part.
A teacher is successful when he teaches the lesson and the children retain the subject covered in the class in their lives. Teacher
should use simple words. Not only Bible stories but also moral stories related to practical life should be taught. Above all, pray to
God for the Knowledge and Wisdom of God.
Never forget that we have been given this opportunity by Almighty God Himself to teach our children His Word and that we are
accountable for our Children.
May God bless you,
1/11/2017 Evg. Salu Varghese
Mulakuzha State Secretary, Sunday School
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Lesson - 1 Fill with colour
THE GOD WHO

LOVES US
BIBLE READING PORTION: Genesis 1:1
OBJECTIVE
1. Give the child the knowledge of a God who loves us.
2. Encourage the child to learn about the love of God
3. Start loving God and others.
INTRODUCTION
Can you tell who you love most? Is it your
neighbourhood friend? Or your father or mother? Who
do you love more - your elder brother or your elder
sister? Do you have a younger brother or sister? Do
you love them more?
LESSON
GOD WHO LOVES US MORE THAN OUR
PARENTS
Let it be. Who loves you more? Your grandfather
and grandmother? Or anyone else? Everyone at home
loves you, don't they? How nice it is. But there is a per-
son who loves you more than all of them. Children, can
you tell who that is? God. You might have heard about
this. Hope you know,to whom you all pray at home ev-
ery morning and evening. To God. God who stays in his

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home which is high above, even above, the skies. Do ent birds that sing beautifully? (Show a few pictures
you know how wonderful that home is? of birds). Aren't the koels which sing beautifully, the
A home where there is happiness always. God who dancing peacocks, the crying crows, the crowing
dwells in this home called heaven, loves us more than cocks, the swift doves and the parrots that eat fruits
anybody else. We cannot see this God with our eyes. lovely? The earth we live in, the rivers and ponds in it
After sometime we will go to heaven one day. Then are wonderful. Do you know the variety of fishes in
we will be able to see this God who loves us. the water? God who loves us has created all these
things for us.
When we pray, don't we tell God that we want many
things? Don't we get good clothes and food? Don't GOD WHO MADE THE SUN, MOON AND STARS
we live in beautiful houses? Don't you know who gives Have you looked at the sky in the night? What do
us all these things? God does. you see? We can see the moon and the countless
GOD WHO CREATED PLANTS stars. Haven't you seen the sun which gives us heat
and light in the day time? God has given us all these
Have you seen plants growing in the courtyard of things. Haven't you felt the wind? We breath the air
your house? Plants of different colors. Which flower in the wind through our nose. So the air that we
do you like most? God who loves us, has created the breathe and the water that we drink have been given
rose and the jasmine flowers. This God who loves to us by God who loves us. Can you love this God?
us, has created and given us the beautiful oranges, Don't you like to study about this God and His love
the red apples, the tasty grapes, the mangoes and and help? We can study these things in the forth com-
the bananas. ing lessons.
GOD WHO CREATED ANIMALS QUESTIONS:
Don't we see different kinds of animals in our sur- 1. Who has made the plants, birds and animals in
roundings (Show a few pictures of animals). Do you our surroundings?
know which is the biggest animal? The elephant. Do
you know the domestic animals? Don't cows and goats 2. Why does God give us all things?
give us tasty milk ? God who loves us has created 3. Who loves you more than anyone else?
these milk -giving animals for us. 4. What is the name of the home of God?
In our surroundings , have you noticed the differ-

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God is love. Lead these friends who have decided to Strike off those that are not created by God.
love god and others to church.
Memorise the
verse and colour
the picture.
Memorise
Who created plants, birds, animals in our God is love.
surroundings? Tick the correct answer. I john 4:16
MAN GOD
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THE GOD WHO CREATED

ADAM AND EVE
READING PORTION: Genesis 1:26-30;2:7-25

OBJECTIVE
To help children know that 1. God created man in
His own image 2.Man was created with a purpose to
live for God.3.realizing this, we should worship God.
INTRODUCTION
We all know the names of our parents (Ask a few
students to give out the names). It's wonderful to have
nice parents. We, children, belong to them. A long
time ago, God, who is in heaven, created a man and
a woman as His children. The man was named Adam,
and his wife was Eve.
LESSON
GOD CREATES ADAM
In the last lesson, we saw how our loving God cre-
ated this world and everything in it: the plants, birds,
animals and all other things in five days. On the sixth
day, God created man. We must, have sometimes
built some small objects using clay or sand. Have you
seen how bricks are made from clay? Our God also

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did something like this. From the dust of the earth, became a woman. She was given to Adam as his
God made a man's body, in His own image, and companion. Adam began to love this beautiful woman
breathed into his nose. This body made out of dust, and called her 'Eve'. Adam and Eve are our first par-
became alive; he was the first man! How happy he ents. They stayed in the Garden of Eden. Every day,
must have been to see the God who made him. He God came to meet them. They walked close to God
walked, talked, and sang. God called him "Adam". and loved and honoured Him.
God made a beautiful garden called Eden. Adam was Just as Adam and Eve lived in the garden in the
taken to Eden, and he stayed there. In this garden, company of God, we should live close to God who
there were beautiful plants and trees with delicious created us. We should love God, honour Him and
fruits. always worship Him.
GOD GIVES AUTHORITY TO ADAM QUESTIONS
God gave Adam all authority over every being he 1. On which day in the order of creation, did God
created. Every one of them obeyed Adam. Don't we create man?
give names to our pets at home? Just like that, Adam 2. How did God create man?
gave all these beings their names. Lion, elephant,
3. What were the names of our first parents?
tiger, giraffe, camel, monkey, hen…….. yes, it was
Adam who named them(here ,pictures of various ani- 4. Where did God place man to live?
mals may be shown).
GOD GIVES ADAM A LIFE-PARTNER
Adam was alone in the Garden of Eden. Do we
like to sit all alone in our house? We will wish for some-
one to give us company. God decided to give Adam a
friend to help him. Adam was put into a deep sleep.
While Adam was sleeping, God took from Adam, one
of his ribs. (Help the students understand where the
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Match the following We love and worship God.
Complete the picture through dots and colour it too.
GOD
God is the creator of everything.

Memorize the verse and give colour.
Say aloud names of the pictures given below.
Memorise
So God created human
beings in his own image.
Genesis 1:27

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THE RESULT OF
DISOBEDIENCE
READING PORTION: Genesis 3: 1-24; 2: 15-18
OBJECTIVE
1. We should obey God completely.
2. Understand the consequences of disobedience,
thereby getting trained for obedience.
INTRODUCTION
One day, Tom, a boy of about your age, was play-
ing in the courtyard. Suddenly, he ran to a nearby
cattle shed; seeing this, his father called him back.
But did he turn back? No! He went to the cow that
was standing there with pointed horns. The cow shook
its head and pushed him down. Tom lay there in pain.
Why did this happen? Just disobedience. It was al-
most like this when Adam and Eve disobeyed God's
word. Let's see how God punished Adam and Eve.
LESSON
GOD'S WARNING TO MAN
In the Garden of Eden there were all kinds of trees.
(Ask the students to name some trees). There was
also a river to water the garden. God wanted Adam to
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fruit as they pleased; however, God pointed to one tree covered them disappeared. They saw that they were
standing in the centre of the garden. It was called 'the naked, and felt ashamed. And so, they sewed together
tree of knowledge'. God commanded Adam and his fig leaves and wore them.
wife not to eat any fruit from that tree. There are mat- Every evening, God used to come to the garden.
ters which God doesn't want us to do (e.g. God does Don't we keep ourselves away from our parents after
not allow us to tell lies). This we should not forget. doing some wrong? Just the same way, Adam and Eve
MAN OBEYS SATAN got afraid when they heard the sound of God walking
Adam and Eve lived happily for quite a time, obey- in the garden. They hid themselves behind a tree.
ing the commands of God. One day, Eve was walking God called them out. For this act of disobedience,
through the garden. Soon, she reached the middle of He punished Adam, Eve and the Serpent. Because
the garden, and was near the 'tree of knowledge.' God of this disobedience, pain, death and hatred came
had commanded them not to eat its fruits. But, when into this world. In order to cover their nakedness; God
Eve reached there, she was fascinated by the beauti- gave them garments of skin.
ful fruits hanging down. While she stood there gazing And then, God banished them from the beautiful
at the fruits, Satan approached her, as a serpent. The Garden of Eden. God appointed his angels to guard
serpent asked Eve: "Has God ever commanded you the garden so that they would not get in. Think about
not to eat the fruits of any one tree in the garden?" the blessings our early parents lost just because of
"Yes", said Eve. "W e can eat the fruits of all the trees. disobedience, telling lies, disobedience and such sins
But, we are not to eat from the tree in the middle of the will bring punishment from God. So, we have to be
garden, or we will die." The serpent, who was Satan obedient. Can we decide to do so?
indeed, prompted Eve to disobey God, and told her: QUESTIONS
"You will not die. If you eat it, you will be like God". Eve 1. Who prompted Adam and Eve to disobey God?
believed Satan rather than obeying God. She plucked 2. About which tree had God commanded Adam and
the fruit from the tree, ate it, and also gave it to her Eve not to eat from?
husband. Thus, they disobeyed God.
3. What happened when they ate the fruit?
THE RESULT OF DISOBEDIENCE
4. What was the final consequence of disobedience?
As soon as they ate the fruit, the glory of God that
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God will punish when we do wrong. Strike out the Find out and colour the cloth used by
wrong deed in the picture given below. Adam to cover his body?
After expelling Adam and eve out of the garden,

whom did god appoint to guard the garden? Memorise the verse and
Draw a circle around correct answer. colour it.
Memorise
The wages of sin is death
Romans 6:23
Angel

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ENOCH -
BELOVED OF GOD
READING PORTION: Genesis 5 : 18 - 24
OBJECTIVE
1. To help the student learn that God loves those
who walk with Him. 2. To develop within the student a
desire to live closer to God, and to decide so.
INTRODUCTION
Do you have grandfather at home? Have you seen
your grandfather's father? Of course, not. If we trace
back we can see that Adam was the earliest of our
grandfathers. (For, Adam and Eve were our earliest
parents).
LESSON
ENOCH'S LIFE
Seth was one of the sons of Adam. Enoch was
born into the family of Seth. Enoch grew up and was
married. At the age of 65, a son was born to him. Just
as we give names to children born into our families,
Enoch called his son Methuselah. People who lived
around Enoch led a life of sin. But Enoch feared God
and did what was pleasing to God.
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We know that people die when they grow old. How Just as Enoch went to heaven with God, do you
long do people live? 70 or 80 years perhaps. A few like to go to heaven? If we do what is pleasing for
many even life up to a hundred years. But in ancient God, we too could reach heaven.
days, people live for longer periods. Do you want to QUESTIONS
know how long Enoch live? Yes, that was for 365 Years
1. What was the name of Enoch's son?
! The 300 years after his son's birth, Enoch walked
with God. During this time Enoch loved God better 2. How long did Enoch live?
than his wife or children. 3. Why was Enoch taken up to heaven?
ENOCH RELATION TO GOD 4. How many years did Enoch walk with God?
God had great love for Enoch because he did only
what was pleasing to God. So, everyday God came
down to meet Enoch and they walked together. Dur-
ing this time, they talked to each other. Aren't we also
happy to talk to our loving God? When they walked
together, Enoch used to ask God about heaven, and
God would describe to him the glory of heaven. Enoch
had much joy listening to this.
ENOCH IS TAKEN UP TO HEAVEN
Years passed by. One day, Enoch had a desire to
see the beautiful heaven of God. He told God about
his desire. God agreed to take Enoch to heaven. They
journeyed together for a long time, and reached
heaven. Thus, without physical death, Enoch reached
heaven in his body. Enoch's family must have
searched for him. When Enoch was not found, his
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Arun decided to walk with God. Heaven is the place where God dwells. Colour each
Show him the way to reach Heaven. letter of the word 'heaven' with different colours.
Memorize the verse and colour it.
Memorise
Enoch walked with God.
Genesis 5:24
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Fill with colour
Lesson - 5
GOD PROTECTS NOAH
IN THE FLOOD
READING PORTION: Genesis: Chapter 6 & 7
OBJECTIVE: 1. God not only loves, but also cares
for those who obey Him. 2. God punishes those who
disobey Him.
INTRODUCTION
Have you ever seen floods during rainy seasons?
How do people move about during times of flood?
Yes, in boats! So, to escape from flood, we need a
vessel that floats on water. Once, there was a great
flood on this earth. Now we are going to see how God
protected Noah, a very holy man, from the flood.
LESSON
THE DAYS OF NOAH'S LIFETIME
We have learnt of Enoch who walked with God.
Noah was born into Enoch's family after many years.
People during Noah's days led unholy lives, which
God did not like. They fought with one another, stole,
got drunk and killed others When God looked from
heaven; He saw this set of evil men who did not fear
Him. So, God decided to destroy these men along
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with all animals. Among them lived Noah a holy man and as part of it he sacrificed some animals. God was
who obeyed God. So, God decided to protect Noah pleased to receive these offerings. Our God not only
and his family. loves us, but also protects us. He punishes and de-
NOAH BUILDS THE ARK stroys the disobedient. He saves those who love and
obey Him.
God longed for the evil men to come to Him, re-
penting of their sins. Or else, God told Noah, that He QUESTIONS
would destroy them in a flood. He wanted to save 1. How did God punish the wicked men in Noah's
Noah and his family, whom he dearly loved. He asked age?
Noah to build a big Ark (Ship) to escape from the 2. For how many days did it rain?
flood.
3. How were Noah and his family saved?
NOAH AND HIS FAMILY ESCAPES THROUGH
4. What did Noah do when he came out of the Ark?
THE ARK
One day, God asked Noah to take one male and
one female of all animals and birds into the Ark. He
also stored adequate food in it. Then, Noah and his
family - 8 people altogether got into the Ark. God
closed the door of the Ark. After seven days, it started
to rain, and it went on for forty days . Water rose on
the earth and covered everything. The Ark began to
float on water. All those outside the Ark were de-
stroyed.
NOAH WORSHIPS GOD
After some months, the water started to recede.
The Ark came to rest. Noah opened its door, and he
with his family and all the animals and birds came
out. Noah prepared to offer praises and worship God,
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Join the dots to find out who protects us. Count and write the number of persons
GOD
who are saved by getting into the ark.
Draw circle around twins.
Memorize the verse

and then colour
Memorise
But Noah found favor
with the LORD.
Genesis 6:8

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THE GOD WHO

LOVED ABRAHAM
READING PORTION: Genesis 12:1-9

OBJECTIVE
1. Those who set out to worship God in accordance
with His word will be blessed.
2. The God who loved Abraham still lives.
3. We too can inherit these blessings.
INTRODUCTION
You might have seen on roadsides some statues
of men and animals. Do you know what they are?
They are called 'idols.' You might have seen people
standing before them with hands folded in prayer.
Such prayers are called Idolatry. Where do you go to
pray on Sundays? Have you seen any idols there?
Whom do we worship and to whom do we pray? It is
the God who is in heaven.
LESSON
ABRAHAM WHO WORSHIPPED THE TRUE GOD.
After the flood during Noah's time, people began
to increase on earth. They forgot all about God and
made idols for worship. Among them was a person

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who made these idols. His name was Terah. Abraham their prayers. He blessed them with a son. They
was the son of Terah. Together, they lived in the town named him Isaac.
of 'Ur '. We know that the idols cannot hear, nor can Abraham worshipped God alone. God blessed
they talk. The place where Abraham lived had plenty him for his obedience. The food we eat, the dress
of such idols. But, Abraham worshipped the true God we wear, and the health we enjoy - all these are
alone, and hated the idols. blessings from God. These are for people who obey
ABRAHAM WHO OBEYED GOD AND SET OUT God. Are you willing to obey God ?
God was happy to find among the idol worship- QUESTIONS
pers, a man who loved to worship Him. God loved 1. What was the name of Abraham's own land ?
Abraham. One day God appeared to Abraham and 2. Who was Abraham's father?
said, "You and your family should leave this place
3. Where did Abraham reach after the journey ?
and go to a distant land". We know that we should
obey God, and our parents. In the same way, Abraham 4. What was the sorrow of Abraham and Sarah ?
obeyed God's word. He set out for the place God was 5. What was the name of Abraham's son?
to show him. It was called Canaan, a land where milk
and honey flowed. God promised to give Canaan to
Abraham as his own, because Abraham had obeyed
God.
GOD BLESSES ABRAHAM WHO REACHED
CANAAN
Abraham went to Canaan, leaving behind his own
land and his relatives. When he reached Canaan, he
offered sacrifices to God, and worshipped Him alone.
With his sheep and cattle, Abraham became very rich.
But, he and his wife Sarah had one sorrow. They had
no children. They prayed to God every time, and
hoped that He would give them a son. God heard
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God blessed Abraham who obeyed God. Find out and draw circle around the blessings
Match the blessings that God gave him. provided by God.
Sarah
Abraham Enoch
Memorize the verse and colour it
Who was Abraham's father? Memorise

Abram went, as the
Adam Noah LORD had told him.
Genesis 12:4
Terah
Fill with colour
Lesson - 7
GOD LOVES
LOT
READING PORTION: Genesis. 19 :1 - 26

OBJECTIVE
1. God saves those who obey Him, and punishes
those who do wrong. 2. Give children a desire to obey
God and live accordingly.
INTRODUCTION
Suppose a fire breaks out in the place you live.
What will you do ? Today, let's study how a man es-
caped when he understand that a fire will breakout.
LESSON
LOT SELECTS SODOM
We have learnt the story of Abraham and Sarah
travelling and reaching the place God had planned
for them. Do you remember the name of the place?
Yes, it is Canaan. Along with Abraham were his
brother's son Lot and his family. Lot had with him many
sheep. Lot appointed shepherds to look after the
sheep. Abraham too had lots of sheep. One day, there
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and those of Lot. When Abraham heard of this, he to look back. And you know what happened ? She
called his brother's son Lot, and asked him to move stood there, with no power to move. She became a
to a place of his own choice. Lot selected the beauti- Pillar of Salt. Only Lot and his daughters could es-
ful place called Sodom. In a short while, Lot became cape.
very wealthy. Lot obeyed God during his life even when others
SODOM DESTROYED DUE TO ITS EVIL WAYS around him lived a life of wickedness and evil. Even if
The people in Sodom and its neighbouring land people in our place do lots of evil, we should live model
Gomorrah were very bad. They always did what was lives, just as Lot did. God will punish the evil doers.
evil. They did not fear God, and worshipped idols. But, he will save those who fear him.
So, God decided to destroy them. QUESTIONS
LOT IS WARNED 1. Why were Lot and Abraham separated?
Lot, who lived in Sodom, was a good and pious 2. Where did Lot come to stay?
man. God loved him, and so didn't want to destroy 3. What happened to Lot's wife?
him. Therefore, He sent two angels to warn Lot. The
4. Which is the sea that we now see in the place of
angels told Lot to flee from the city before God sent
Sodom?
fire from heaven upon it. Lot, his wife and two daugh-
ters ran to the nearby mountain. God had warned them
not to turn back while running away from the city.
LOT'S WIFE BECOMES A PILLAR OF SALT
While Lot and his family were running away to es-
cape, fire came upon the cities of Sodom and
Gomorrah. Both the cities were destroyed. After a long
time, water covered these places, and today the place
is called 'Dead Sea'. While running, Lot's wife looked
back at their house and the plentiful wealth that lay
behind. She disobeyed God who had asked them not
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Lead Lot and his family to a safe place. How many children did lot have?
Draw a circle around right answer.
5 4 3
1 2 6
Memorise
Remember Lot's wife!
Luke 17:32
Name the place where lot lived
Ur Sodom Haran
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GOD WHO HELPS

HAGAR
READING PORTION : Genesis 21 : 9 -19
OBJECTIVE :
1. To let the students understand that our God sees
our and sorrows; 2. Let them see that our God will never
forsake us, and 3. to enable and encourage them to
trust in God who hears our cries and offers timely help.
INTRODUCTION
Very often, our Mothers send us to school with water
bottles, why do they help us so ? They know that we
will be thirsty, and it will be difficult without water.
LESSON
BIRTH OF ISHMAEL
We have already learned about Abraham, who
obeyed God and left for the land of Canaan. Abraham
had a servant in his house, her name was Hagar.
She gave birth to a son, who was named Ishmael.
HAGAR AND SON IN THE DESERT
Some years later, Hagar had a fight with Sarah,
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her son from the house. He gave her some food and it, and gave it to Ishmael. With hearts of joy, they
water for the journey. Sorrowfully, Hagar left the house praised God.
with her son. She might have thought of going to her Here we see the depth of our God's goodness. He
own house, which was far away. In those days, there hears our cries, and helps us in need. Abraham turned
were no buses or cars. Hagar had to walk all the way, Hagar away. But God did not forsake her. Our God
and that too, through a desert. You might know what a will never forsake us. Let us trust in this God.
desert is; it is a place with just sand, and nothing else.
QUESTIONS :
There was severe heat during day time. You will have
to cover a long distance before you see some small 1. What was the name of Hagar's Son ?
trees here and there. And, there it is difficult to get water 2. What did Ishmael's mother do when they were
also. Hagar and Ishmael walked through the desert. thirsty in the desert?
They felt tired and they ate the food and drank the 3. How did they get water?
water. Again they walked. After a long travel, when
Ishmael asked for water, there was not even a drop.
DEATH CLOSE BY
It was getting hotter and hotter. Ishmael began to
cry out because of thirst. His mother felt that he would
die of thirst. She couldn't even think of it. She placed
him in the shadow of some bushes, and moved away
from him because she didn't want to watch the boy
die. She cried to God, and prayed for her son.
GOD OPENS A SPRING
Suddenly an angel of God appeared before her,
and asked "Hagar, why are you crying? Look ahead:
there is spring of water before you". Hagar saw this,
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Lord heard the cry of Hagar's son Ishmael. For what did Ishmael cry?
What should we do for God to hear us? Find out and draw a circle.
Find out and draw a circle.
Who was Hagar's son?
Isaac Esau Ishmael

Match the following Memorise

Hagar Sarah God was with the boy
as he grew up in the
wilderness.
Ishmael Maid
Genesis 21:20.
Abraham Son

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Fill with colour
Lesson - 9
THE OBEDIENT
ISAAC
READING PORTION: Genesis 22 :1 -19
OBJECTIVES
1. We should trust God and our parents whole-
heartedly. 2. God has commanded us to be obedient.
3. God will bless us when we are obedient.
INTRODUCTION:
When do you think your parents love you most ?
Isn't it when you obey them ? Today, let us study how
Isaac obeyed' his father, Abraham.
LESSON
BIRTH OF ISAAC
Abraham came to Canaan, and lived there with
many sheep and cattle, and a number of servants.
However, as we saw it earlier, they were sad because
they had no children. God had promised to bless them
with a son. They believed in God's promise. And so,
when they were quite old-Abraham of hundred and
Sarah of ninety years- God gave them a son. They
named him Isaac, which mean 'laughter '. The par-
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ABRAHAM OBEYS GOD looked up, he saw a lamb whose horns were caught
Isaac grew up to be a handsome youngster. He in the thicket. Abraham took the lamb and offered it
joined his father Abraham to offer sacrifices to God, as a sacrifice to God. God had provided this lamb for
and worship Him. Days passed by. One day, God them. Isaac, who was obedient to God and his par-
decided to test Abraham's love for him. Calling him, ents, praised God and left for home with joy in his
God asked him to offer his son Isaac as a sacrifice on heart.
Mount Moriah. Abraham might have been shocked to QUESTIONS
hear this. His heart must have been pained. But, he 1. What does 'Isaac' mean?
decided to obey God. 2. What did God ask Abraham, in order to test his
THE JOURNEY TO MORIAH faith?
The next day, Abraham started off to Moriah, with 3. Where was Isaac taken to be sacrificed?
Isaac and a few servants. They reached the foot of 4. How was Isaac got back?
the mountain on the third day. Abraham and his son
walked to the mountain. Isaac carried the fire-wood.
Abraham had the fire in his hand. On the way, Isaac
asked: "Father, we have the wood and fire but where
is the lamb for sacrifice?" "God will provide son", re-
plied Abraham.
ISAAC LIBERATED
Upon reaching the top, Abraham and Isaac worked
to build the altar. After laying the firewood, Abraham
bound his dear son and placed him on the altar. Isaac
didn't say anything against this. He was totally obedi-
ent to his father. Abraham took the knife to kill Isaac.
Suddenly, an angel of the Lord from heaven ordered:
"Abraham, do not hurt the boy". Abraham put the knife
down. Isaac was helped off the altar. When Abraham
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Show the way for Abraham and Isaac Father, the fire and wood are here, but where is
to reach the mountain moriah. the.......... for the burnt offering" Isaac asked
Abraham. Find out the missing word from the
pictures given below and draw a circle around it.
Memorise
Which mountain did Abraham took Isaac to sacrifice? Children, obey your parents in
the Lord, for this is right.
Mount Mount Mount Ephesians 6:1
olive moriah sinai
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GOD WHO PROTECTED

JACOB
READING PORTION: Genesis. 28 :1- 22; 33:1 -20
OBJECTIVE
1. God protects his children even in their loneli-
ness 2. Develop within the children an attitude to pray
for protection from God when alone. 3. Help them to
decide that they will begin a journey only with prayer.
INTRODUCTION
Do you usually sleep alone in a room? Very often
not, because we will be afraid to do so. There lived a
man, quite long ago, who fled from his house. At night,
he was in a desert. Let us learn how God protected
him.
LESSON
In our last lesson, we learned how Abraham and
Sarah got a son, Isaac in their old age. We saw how
Isaac came out alive from the altar. He grew up to be
a young man and married a lady named Rebecca.
Sometime later, a pair of twins was born to them -
Esau and Jacob. Both the boys grew up well. Esau
was interested in hunting, Jacob attended to affairs
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JACOB GOES TO HIS UNCLE fed the sheep on green pastures, and protected them
Jacob was cunning person. He tricked his brother from the attack of wild i animals. Because of this,
and got his belongings. This led to a quarrel between Laban's flock grew in number. Laban gave Jacob
the two. This was bad indeed, but what to do? Fed up some of his flock. After some years, Jacob became
with the situation, their mother Rebecca sent Jacob rich.
to the house of her brother. His name was Laban. God not only protected Jacob when he was alone,
THE NIGHT IN THE DESERT but; also gave him what all he needed. When we pray,
The way to Laban's place was through an unin- God will protect us too in times of need. Let us trust in
habited desert. It grew dark when Jacob was walking God.
through the desert. He must have felt afraid. He de- QUESTIONS
cided to stop there and resume the journey in the 1. Who were Jacob's parents?
morning. He had no mat or mattress to lie down. Tak- 2. What was the name of Jacob's brother?
ing a stone for a pillow, Jacob lay down, among the 3. Why did Jacob flee from his house?
rocks. 4. What did he dream of in the night?
GOD PROTECTS JACOB 5. What was the name of Jacob's uncle?
In his sleep, Jacob had a dream. He saw a stair
that went right upto heaven. Angels were ascending
and descending on the stair. God spoke to Jacob from
heaven. God promised that He would be with Jacob
throughout the journey and bring him back safely.
Jacob was happy indeed. Thus, God came near Jacob
and protected him when he lay alone in the night.
God was guarding him.
GOD BLESSES JACOB
Jacob continued his journey the next day and
reached Laban's house. Laban welcomed him warmly.
Jacob lived there, taking care of Laban's sheep. He
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Match Jacob with those that are closely related to him. God protects those who obey him. What should we
do for god to protect us? Find out and draw a circle.
Memorize the
verse and
colour it.
Memorise
Surely the LORD is in
this place, and I did not
know it.
Who was Jacobs's father? Genesis 28:16
Isaac Abraham Terah

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JOSEPH - JACOB’S
BELOVED SON
READING PORTION : Genesis 37 : 1 - 36
OBJECTIVE
1. We become beloved to our parents when we do
what they like. 2. Help the children decide that they
will live as beloved ones of God.
INTRODUCTION
Think that your Daddy likes you most in the house.
What will happen if he gifts you a nice set of dress ?
Others in the house may become angry and envious.
Today, let's study the story of a son who was hated
by his brothers because he was the father's beloved
son.
LESSON
JOSEPH'S FAMILY
From his uncle Laban's house, Jacob returned to
a place called. Bethel. He had 12 sons and a daugh-
ter. Joseph was the eleventh son. The elder brothers
would quarrel among themselves. Joseph told this to
Jacob. So his brothers hated him. The father loved
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for Joseph a long garment. It is called a robe. This Egypt. The brothers took his robe and dipped it in the
too made the other brothers angry. blood of a lamb. Taking the blood smeared robe to
JOSEPH'S DREAM their father, they told him that Joseph was killed by a
wild animal. Jacob wept aloud. But, God was with
Joseph once had a dream. He and his brothers
Joseph wherever he went.
were binding sheaves of grain in the field. Joseph's
sheaf rose and stood upright, while the brothers' QUESTIONS
sheaves bowed down to it. In another dream, he saw 1. How many sons did Jacob have?
the Sun, Moon and eleven stars bowing down to him. 2. Why did the brothers hate Joseph?
It meant that his parents and eleven brothers would
3. What were Joseph's dreams?
worship Joseph. His brothers mocked him, calling him
a 'dreamer '. 4. What did the brothers tell Jacob after selling
Joseph?
JOSEPH THROWN INTO THE EMPTY WELL
Joseph's brothers would go to distant places to feed
the sheep. Once they were late to return. So, their
father asked Joseph to go and enquire if they were
all right. Walking through the wild for a few days, Jo-
seph reached there. When his brothers saw him from
a distance, they said: "here comes that dreamer!"
They thought of killing him. But, the eldest of the broth-
ers didn't agree to that. So, they removed his robe,
and put him into an empty well. Joseph cried for help,
but no one paid him attention.
JOSEPH SOLD TO MERCHANTS
After some time, the brothers saw some merchants
passing by. They got Joseph out of the well, and sold
him for 20 silver coins. The merchants took him to
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Match the following From the given picture, count how many
children did Jacob have and tick the right answer.
10 12 13
Memorise
But the LORD
was with Joseph.
How many sons did Jacob have? Genesis 39:21
11 12 13
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GOD CARES FOR

JOSEPH
READING PORTION: Genesis 31 : 1 - 41,44
OBJECTIVE
Realise that 1. God will not forsake us, even when
our brothers forsake us; 2. God can turn our sorrow
into joy; 3. We should love those who hurt us.
INTRODUCTION
Hope you remember that the merchants took
Joseph to Egypt. There he lived as a slave. Now let
us see how God raised a young slave to a minister in
the kingdom
LESSON
PHARAOH'S DREAM
The merchants brought Joseph to Egypt, and sold
him to a rich man. Joseph lived there for some time.
Though he didn't do anything wrong, he was accused
and sent to jail. But God was with Joseph. While he
was there, Pharaoh, the King of Egypt, had a dream.
No one could explain what it meant. Then the king
came to know that there was a wise and prayerful
young man in jail.
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JOSEPH BECOMES MINISTER IN EGYPT QUESTIONS
Pharaoh ordered Joseph to be brought before him, 1 What is the King of Egypt called?
Joseph explained to the king the meaning of the 2. What was the meaning of the King's dream?
dream. He said that the land would have seven years
of prosperity, with lots of food grains; this would be 3. To which position did Joseph rise in Egypt?
followed by seven years of famine. The king was 4. How did Joseph behave with his brothers when
happy to get the meaning of the dream, He appointed they came for food?
the wise Joseph as minister of Egypt. Though his
brothers left him and sold him off, God did not for-
sake him. All his sorrows came to an end.
JOSEPH'S FAMILY BROUGHT TO EGYPY
Just as Joseph had said, there were seven years
of prosperity. Joseph built big barns to store grain.
The next seven years were times of famine. Famine
affected the land of Canaan too, where lived Joseph's
father and brothers. When they had no food, Jacob
sent his sons to Egypt to collect grain. They ap-
proached the minister, but didn't recognize that it was
their brother Joseph. However, Joseph recognized his
brothers. Joseph treated his brothers with love. He
felt no hatred for them who had sold him off. He sent
them back with enough grain. After some time, he
brought his father, brothers and their families to Egypt,
where there was no famine.
Even when those near us forsake us, we have a
God who never leaves us. He will take away all our
sorrow and make us great. Like Joseph, we too should
love those who hurt us.
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Joseph prayed to the God even when he was in Which of these is used to measure grain?
prison. Colour the letters of the word 'prayer'.
Memorize the
verse and
colour it.
Give number to the happenings in Joseph's life

in correct order.
Memorise
Taste and see that
the LORD is good.
Psalms 34:8

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GOD PROTECTS
BABY MOSES
READING PORTION: Exodus 1 : 8-2: 10
OBJECTIVE
1. To help us realise that God protects his children
from danger and 2. to encourage children to trust in
the God who helps.
INTRODUCTION
You must have seen the mother hen taking care of
the chicken. What does the mother hen do when
crows and eagles come to attack? She hides the
young in her wings. God protects us just like that.
Let's study how God protected baby Moses.
LESSON
ISRAELITES PERSECUTED IN EGYPT
We have learnt how Joseph's father and brothers
came to Egypt during the famine. They didn't return
to Canaan after the famine, but lived in the land of
Goshen where they kept their flock. God had given a
new name to Jacob: 'Israel'. Jacob's children and
grand children came to be called 'Sons of Israel' or
'Israelites'. As time went by, they increased in
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brothers, died. The new King did not know Joseph. someone to feed the baby, she brought her mother to
When the Israelites increased in number and had the princess. Thus, Moses had his own mother to take
much wealth, the new King (Pharaoh) was annoyed. care of him. He grew up as a smart young man. Later,
He ill treated them. He commanded that they should God used this man Moses to liberate the Israelites.
make bricks and erect new and big buildings. Those Many children lost their lives in the river; yet, Moses
who disobeyed were whipped. Morever, all newly born was protected. God will protect us too.
boy children into Israelite households were ordered QUESTIONS
to be thrown into the river. This indeed was cruel, and 1. Where did the Israelites settle in Egypt?
the Israelites prayed with tears to God. 2. Why did the King of Egypt persecute the
THE BIRTH OF MOSES Israelites?
At this time there was born a sweet little boy in one 3. How long was Moses kept in hiding?
of the Israelite houses. His parents could not think of 4. What was the name of Moses' sister?
throwing him into the river. For three months they kept
5. Who took up Moses from the river and brought
him hiding within the house. But this was not easy to
him up?
continue. Others would hear him cry. So, his mother
made a papyrus basket and coated with tar to make
it waterproof. Kissing him good- bye, she placed the
baby in this basket, and put it among the reeds along
the bank of the river. The baby's sister Miriam stayed
at a distance, to see what will happen to the baby.
MOSES TAKEN OUT OF THE RIVER
After some time, Pharaoh's daughter came to bathe
in the river. She at once spotted the basket, and
rushed to it. Seeing the cute baby, she took him off to
the palace, and named him 'Moses'. The baby's sis-
ter came to the palace some time later, as if by chance.
Understanding that the princess was searching for
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Lead Moses' mother and sister to God protects us.
Moses who is in palace. Complete the picture and give colour.
Memorise
At that time Moses
was born, and he
Who was Moses Sister? was no ordinary child.
Acts 7:20
Mary Michael Miriam
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GOD WHO HEARD

HANNAH’S PRAYER
READING PORTION: 1 Samuel. 1 :1 - 26
OBJECTIVES
To help understand that 1. God answers prayers
2. Nothing is impossible for God, and 3. God will help
us if we request all our needs to Him in prayer.
INTRODUCTION
You must have seen Daddy and Mummy praying
to God. Why are they praying? It is God who gives us
what all we want. We pray for what we need. God will
do for us what may be impossible for us. Let us study
what a lady named Hannah achieved through prayer.
LESSON
The Israelites possessed Canaan and settled there.
Years went by. There in Canaan was a hill country
called Ephraim and there lived a small family. The
husband's name was Elkanah, and he had a wife
named Hannah. Hannah was a pious lady who prayed
often. She had no children, and was so sad. She would
often pray with tears to God, for a son. Her husband
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HANNAH PRAYS IN THE TEMPLE QUESTIONS
Every year, Elkanah used to go to Shiloh, to the 1. What was the name of Hannah's husband?
temple of the Lord. He went to worship and offer sac- 2. Where did Hannah and Elkanah live?
rifices to the Lord. Hannah used to accompany
3. What was the cause of Hannah's sorrow?
Elkanah on these travels. At the temple, Hannah would
pray for a son. Even after every one else left the 4. What was the name of the priest who served in
temple hall, Hannah would continue her prayer. the Lord' Temple?
One time, when Hannah was in her prayers, Eli, 5. How was Hannah's prayer answered?
the priest who served in the temple came there. He
was not able to hear her words, and so he asked her
what she was praying for. She poured out her sorrow
before the priest. "May God hear your prayers and
bless you" - said Eli, Hannah believed that God had
heard her prayer.
HANNAH'S PRAYER IS ANSWERED
A year went by. God blessed Hannah with a cute
little boy. Her sorrow came to an end. She brought
the baby to the temple of the Lord, and dedicated
him for the Lord's service. She named the child
'Samuel'. After some years, Samuel grew up to be
the prophet and leader of Israel.
Hannah achieved through prayer what was impos-
sible. God will answer our needs when we pray. Will
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God hears our prayer. Give colour to the picture which is a
Draw a circle around the child who prays reply to Hannah's prayer.
Fill in the blanks

Memorise
She named him Samuel,
saying, "Because I asked
the LORD for him".
Who was Hannah’s son? Tick the right answer. 1 Samuel 1:20
Samson Samuel Solomon

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GOD SELECTS
DAVID AS KING
READING PORTION: 1 Samuel 16:1-13
OBJECTIVES
To help students understand that 1. God lifts up
those who love Him; 2. God does not consider the
greatness or ability of a person, but his relation with
God. 3. God will honour us when we approach Him.
INTRODUCTION
Have you been to a fruit stall? From a basket of
good and bad oranges, which one will you select?
Definitely, only the good ones. In the same way, God
selected a shepherd boy to become king, because
God felt him to be good. Let's study that story.
LESSON
ISRAEL'S FIRST KING
In the previous lesson, we learned about Samuel.
Samuel grew up to become a great leader of the
Israelites. Till that time, the Israelites did not have a
king to rule them. Nations around them had kings.
Seeing this, the Israelites came to Samuel and
requested for a king. Samuel prayed to God, and God
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their king. Thus, Saul became the first king of Israel. him to the throne.
A few years went by, and Saul became disobedi- Though David had many elder brothers, God se-
ent to God. So, God removed Saul from his kingship. lected the youngest as he loved God very much. David
David was selected as the second king of Israel. always praised God through songs, which are now
DAVID, THE SHEPHERD BOY known as Psalms. If we also move closer God, He
David was born in a small village of Bethlehem. will lift us up.
He was the youngest of the eight sons of a man named QUESTIONS
Jesse. This handsome lad was a good singer too. 1. Who was the first king of Israel?
Most of the Psalms were composed by this David. 2. Why was Saul removed from kingship?
Right from his early days, David was a shepherd. He 3. Who was the second king of Israel?
kept the sheep safe from the wild animals. God felt 4. Who anointed David as king?
that this man could protect and lead the Israelites. 5. What is the name given to David's songs?
DAVID'S APPOINTMENT AS KING
One day, God sent Samuel to the house of Jesse.
His visit had a purpose: he was to anoint one of the
eight sons of Jesse as the king of Israel. Samuel
reached Jesse's home. He asked to see the elder
sons. They were quite tall, and were in the army. Those
at home felt that one of them would be chosen as the
future king. But, Samuel asked if there were any other
children for Jesse. Jesse answered that there was
one, who had gone to tend the sheep. He was the
youngest, by name David. Word was sent for David
to come before Samuel. He was short in stature.
Samuel called David near him; poured oil on his head
and anointed him king. Thus David became the sec-
ond king of Israel. David praised God for selecting
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Give colour to those animals which are Pick the odd one out.
related to David’s life.
Memorize the
verse and colour it.
Memorise
People look at the outward
appearance, but the LORD
looks at the heart.
1 Samuel 16:7.
Who anointed David?
Solomon Samuel
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ELIJAH FED BY
RAVENS
READING PORTION: 1 Kings 17 : 1-16
OBJECTIVE
To help understand that 1. our God will provide for
us miraculously in times of famine, and 2. God will
take care of us when we trust in Him.
INTRODUCTION
What will happen if you take a piece of bread and
eat it outside the house ? Crows may come to grab it.
Today let us see how ravens (crows) brought bread
to a man of God named Elijah, when he was hungry.
LESSON
THE KING WHO WORSHIPPED IDOLS
We have studied of David, the second king of Is-
rael, After David, many kings ruled over Israel. One
among them was Ahab. Ahab was a wicked king who
disobeyed God. His wife Jezebel joined him in wor-
shipping idols, totally forgetting the true God. Elijah,
the prophet of God lived during this time. The prophet's
ministry was to communicate God's messages to
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THE PROPHET'S PROTEST AGAINST IDOLATORY QUESTIONS
Elijah reminded Ahab that God would punish the 1. What was the name of Ahab's wife?
land if they didn't turn from idols to the true God. One 2. To whom did Elijah say that it will not rain on
day, Elijah went to the palace and told the King:" There the land?
will be neither dew nor rain in the next few years ex-
3. What is the prophet's ministry?
cept by my command". The Prophet's word came true;
for many months, there was no rain. The land be- 4. How did Elijah get bread and meat?
came dry, and the crop withered. There was no water 5. Where did Elijah hide?
even to drink. Famine struck the land. Ahab searched
for Elijah, in order to kill him. But, God protected His
prophet.
RAVENS FEED ELIJAH
God ordered to Elijah: "You go and hide in the
Cherith ravine. You will drink from the brook, and I
have ordered the ravens to feed you there." All brooks
turned dry, but God provided pure water for Elijah at
Cherith. But what about food? God said that ravens
would bring food. Such birds usually snatch off food
from our hands! But Ravens obeyed God's command
and brought bread and meat every morning and
evening to Elijah. When God commands, the ravens
also should obey. During famine, Elijah was fed by
God, through the ravens. It may be possible that the
ravens got bread and meat from the royal dining table!
God cares for his children in a miraculous way. If we
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Meetu crow is coming with food. God provide us food.
Help her to reach Elijah. Colour those that are provided by God.
Memorise
The lions may grow
weak and hungry,
but those who seek the
LORD lack no good thing.
Who send the crow with food to Elijah? Psalms 34:10
King God Friends

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GOD PUNISHES
THE MOCKERS
READING PORTION: 2 Kings 2 : 23 - 24
OBJECTIVE
We should not mock anyone. It is a sin to ridicule

others. Hence, God will punish the mockers.
INTRODUCTION
While walking around, you must have seen people

with little hair on their heads. Is it right to call them
'baldheads' ? No; because, when we call them so,
we are mocking them, Today we'll learn of the
punishment some youngsters got for mocking the
prophet Elisha.
LESSON
We have already studied of the prophet Elijah.

Elisha was his chief disciple. A disciple is one who
walks with a leader, obeying his will. After Elijah Elisa
became the most known prophet. He performed many
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messages from God, He instructed the Israelites to QUESTIONS
obey God in everything.
1. What was Elijah's disciple named?
THE YOUTH MOCK ELISHA
2. Who is a disciple?
One day, Elisha went up to Bethel. He wore a very
3. Who mocked Prophet Elisha? How many were
cheap dress, as he didn't like to use expensive things,
there in thegroup?
like the rich often do. Not a single hair was on Elisha's
head. Well, he didn't look so attractive. On his way to 4. What happened to the mocking youngsters?
Bethel, a group of young men saw him. They felt him
look funny. These bad boys mocked him, shouting
"Go on up, you baldhead, go on up, you baldhead"!
Think of the great wrong commited by these boys.
Instead of respecting men of holiness, they ridiculed
Elisha.
RESULT OF MOCKERY
When the youth mocked Elisha again and again,

he turned and cursed them. Immediately, there came
out from the woods two bears. They leapt at the young
men; 42 of them were killed by bears.
When Elisha, the man of God, was mocked by the

young men, they were killed. We children should not
mock or ridicule others. Such acts will bring punish-
ment from 'God. We should respect others.

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God punishes those who insult others. God hates insulting.
Strike off the deeds that are punished by God. Things that are hated by God are sin.
Colour the letters of “sin” with black.
Memorise
The eye that mocks a
father and despises a mother’s
instructions will be plucked
out by ravens of the valley.
Proverbs 30:17
Whose disciple was Elisha?
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GOD PROTECTS THE YOUNG

MEN THROWN INTO FIRE
READING PORTION: Daniel 3: 1 - 30
OBJECTIVES
Help the students understand that 1.They should
worship God alone, and obey his commandments
2. God will protect them.
INTRODUCTION
You must have gone near a fire. How hot it is when
we stand close! What happens when a fly is thrown
into fire ? It will burn itself completely. However, in
today's story, we see some young men who didn't
worship the idol built by the king. Let's learn how
God protected the young men who worshipped Him
alone.
LESSON
King Nebuchadnezzar once ruled the Kingdom of
Babylon. Once he defeated the Israelites in a battle.
Upon his victory, he took from Israel many of their
valuable belongings, and brought them to Babylon.
Along with that, he took several of the Israelite men
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worshipped only true God ! They were Shadrach, men were thrown in to the fire. The furnace was so
Meshach and Abednego. These three men kept them- hot that the soldiers who took the young men to it got
selves from worshipping idols, during their lives in the killed by the flames of the fire. However, the young
land of idolatry. men who fell into the fire were not harmed in any
THE YOUNGSTERS WHO DID NOT WORSHIP way. God protected them.
THE GOLD IMAGE The angry king glanced into the furnace. He ex-
One day, the king made a huge image( statue) out pected that the young men must have been charred
of gold. The king commanded that when a herald was by now. Instead, he saw a miraculous sight. The three
sounded, all people should fall before the image in young men were seen walking around in the fire, with
worship. (The image was placed in a position where their bonds broken. Along with them, a fourth person
all people could gather). Those who didn't bow be- too was seen. Can you guess who it was ? Yes, it was
fore the image would be thrown into a blazing fur- God himself. God came into the blazing fire to save
nace, declared the king. his children.
The herald was sounded. All people bowed down Wherever we go, we should worship God alone.
before the image - except Shadrach, Meshach and (God will keep all who obey his commandments).
Abednego, the three young men. They remembered What will we do if we come across an order asking us
God's command, which asked them to worship the to worship images?
Lord God alone and not any image. They obeyed QUESTIONS
God's command than the king's order. When the king 1. Which king took the Israelites captive to
heard this, he was furious. He ordered the furnace to Babylon?
be heated seven times more than usual, and the
2. Why were the young men thrown into fire?
young men thrown into it.
3. What were the names of the Israelite youngsters?
THE YOUNG MEN IN THE FURNACE
4. How many people did the king see in the furnace?
As the king had commanded, some of the stron-
gest of the soldiers came forward. They tied up the
hands and legs of the three young men. The three
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We must worship the God. We can learn through numbers.
Find the word ‘worship’ and give colour. Colour the right box.
FRIENDSHIP
a. How many young men were thrown into fire by the King?
4 7 13
WORSHIP
Colour those friends who worship god.
b. After putting the young men into fire, how many people did
the king see?
4 7 13
c. How many times the heat of the furnace was raised?
4 7 13
Memorise
When you walk through
the fire, you will not be
burned; the flames will
not set you ablaze.
Isaiah 43:2.
Memorize the verse

and colour it.
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THE DISOBEDIENCE
OF JONAH
READING PORTION: Jonah chapters 1 -4
OBJECTIVE
1. Disobedience is sin. If we don't obey God, He
will punish us. 2. Equip children to obey God's laws.
TEACHING AIDS
1. A ship that sails on the sea. Picture of the ship
about to sink in the storm and wind. A picture of a big
fish with its mouth wide open, about to swallow Jonah.
INTRODUCTION
Do you obey everything your parents tell you?
Sometimes children don't obey everything. What hap-
pens when children disobey? They are punished,
aren't they? Once when a prophet disobeyed God,
what punishment did he get? Let's study.
LESSON
There were a lot of prophets in Israel. Among them,
Jonah was a prophet of God. One day, God called
Jonah and told him to go and preach in the town of
Nineveh. God commanded Jonah to tell them that
He would destroy the people because of their wick-
edness. If they confessed their sins and turned to God,
then God would not punish them.
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JONAH WHO DISOBEYS GOD Jonah in its stomach. Jonah confessed his sin and
Jonah did not go to Nineveh, the place where God cried to God from the belly of the fish. The third day,
had told him to go. He reached the harbour to board God commanded the fish to vomit Jonah on the land.
ship. Disobeying God, he boarded the ship to a place Thus Jonah was thrown out on the land, got up and
called Tarshish. There were a lot of passengers on went to Nineveh. He preached in that town, and all
the ship. Without talking much with them, Jonah went who lived there repented and turned to God. God
to a room at the bottom of the ship and slept well. punished Jonah for disobeying His commands. We
JONAH THROWN INTO THE SEA also will be punished if we disobey God's commands.
At this time, there was a tempest in the sea. The QUESTIONS
ship began to be tossed about. At any time, the ship 1. To which town did God command Jonah to go
would be destroyed. People began screaming and and preach?
started running about. Each started praying to God. 2. To which town did Jonah first go, disobeying God?
To lessen the weight of the ship, all materials were 3. What suggestion did Jonah offer the ship's crew,
thrown into the sea. But all was in vain. One person for bringing down the storm?
saw Jonah sleeping in the bottom room and woke 4. How many days did Jonah spend inside the fish?
him up. They believed that all this trouble happened
to them because of some particular person on the
ship. They wanted to find out the person and so they
cast lots after writing the names of all passengers in
the ship. The lot fell upon Jonah who confessed his
sin. He asked the people to throw him into the sea.
The people on the ship did so and the sea calmed
down immediately.
THE FISH THAT OBEYED GOD'S COMMAND
God commanded a big fish to swallow Jonah when
he was thrown into the sea. The big fish swallowed
Jonah. The fish swam for three days in the sea with
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Show the way for the fish Find the vehicle that Jonah travelled and colour it.
which swallow Jonah to Nineveh
Memorize the verse

and colour it.
Memorise
And Jonah was inside
the fish for three days
How many days was Jonah in the stomach of the fish? and three nights.
Jonah 1:17
4 3 2
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THE BIRTH OF
JESUS
READING PORTIONS: Mathew 1: 18 - 24;
Luke 1: 26 -38
OBJECTIVE
1. Jesus Christ is the Son of God. 2. Jesus was
born on earth so that we might know Him.
INTRODUCTION
Don't you pray to your father Jesus every morning
and evening? Haven't you heard the name 'Jesus'
being said our family prayers and our church meet-
ings ? Jesus is the God who saves us. Today we will
learn where Jesus, the saviour of the world, was born
as a small child.
LESSON
THE GIRL OF NAZARETH
We have learnt of the place where Abraham came
to live. Canaan. A part of the land of Canaan (the
north side) is called Galilee. In Galilee, there was a
small village called Nazareth. In this village, a girl
named Mary lived with her parents. She was a de-
vout person (a person who loved the Lord). Her par-

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ents planned to get Mary married. They decided to house to stay. Meanwhile, the time came for Mary to
get her married to a man named Joseph. deliver her child. She gave birth to her child some-
THE ANGEL OF THE LORD APPEARED TO MARY where along the wayside. (A shining child).
One day, before her marriage, while Mary was sit- They searched for a place at the inn to lay the child
ting in her room at home, she saw a great light.With Alas! They couldn't get any place. At last, they
it, she saw an angel who had come down from heaven. wrapped the child in clothes and placed him in a
The name of the angel was Gabriel. When she first nearby manger. As the angel told them, they named
saw the angel, she was afraid. But the angel said to the child Jesus. Do you Know who was this child
her, "Do not be afraid, Mary . The Lord is with you". placed in the manger? The son of God who created
The angel said that, by the power of God, a son will the whole universe. Jesus became man and was born
be born to Mary. The angel also said that the child on earth for us. He left all the joys of heaven for us
should be named Jesus. Mary was astonished to hear and lay in the most lowly place, the manger, after he
the words of the angel. But she believed it. She praised was born. This Jesus loves us.
God by saying that nothing is impossible with Him. QUESTIONS
MARY GOES TO BETHLEHEM 1. What is the name of the mother of Jesus?
Some months passed. As the angel Gabriel said, 2. Who was the husband chosen for Mary?
Mary became pregnant. At this time, the king declared 3. Which was the place that Mary and Joseph lived?
that the number (census) of all the people in the coun-
4. What was the name of the angel who appeared
try should be taken. For the census, everyone had to
to Mary?
go to their home town. So Mary, along with the man
Joseph to whom she was engaged, went to their home 5. Which was the place where Jesus born?
town called Bethlehem, 6. Where was Jesus laid after he was born?
THE SAVIOUR JESUS IS BORN
Many people had come to Bethlehem for the
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Number the picture in the order of story. Colour the dotted parts and
find out the son of God?
Memorise
You are to name him
Jesus, for he will save
his people from their sins.
Matthew 1:21
Who was Jesus mother?
Mary Elizabeth
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THE SHEPHERDS
SEE JESUS
READING PORTION: Luke 2: 8 - 20
OBJECTIVE
Jesus the Son of God, came to this world, for us.
We must bow down and worship Him.
INTRODUCTION
When little children are born in our house and in
our neighbouring houses, we go and see them, don't
we ? Isn't it joyous to see a new born baby? We stud-
ied in the last lesson that after the baby Jesus was
born, he was laid in a manger. The people who first
came to see this baby were a group of shepherds
who looked after their sheep. Let us study how these
shepherds went to see the child.
LESSON
THE ANGEL TELL THE SHEPHERDS ABOUT
THE BIRTH OF JESUS
What is the chief occupation of the people of our
country ? Farming, doing office jobs etc.... The chief
occupation of the people of the land where Jesus was
born was taking care of their sheep. The shepherds
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would take their sheep together in a group to feed QUESTIONS
them. At night, they used to lock the sheep together 1. To whom did the angels first tell of the birth of
in a place and keep watch over them outside. A group Jesus?
of shepherds were watching over the flock at night
2. What was the song that the choir of angels sang
near the place where Jesus was born. Suddenly a
together?
great light surrounded them. Being afraid, they looked
and saw an angel who appeared before them. He 3. After the shepherds came, whom alone did they
said to them, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news worship?
of great joy that will be for all the people. Today, in
Bethlehem, in the town of David, a saviour has been
born for you; he is Christ, the Lord. You will find a
baby wrapped in clothes and lying in a manger.
Suddenly a group of angels appeared there and
along with the angel who talked to the shepherds,
they sang: " Glory to God in the highest, and on earth
peace to men on whom his favour rests."
THE SHEPHERDS COME TO BETHLEHEM
Immediately, the shepherds went to see Jesus.
They saw him lying in a manger in Bethlehem. They
saw the child his mother and Joseph there. As the
angels had told them, the baby was wrapped in clothes
and was lying in a manger. The shepherds worshipped
the baby Jesus. They were very happy. They told Mary
what the angels had told them. The mother Mary trea-
sured all these things in her heart. The shepherd left
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Find out the twins. From the picture find the answer. An angel of lord
told shepherds about the birth of Jesus.
An said to
about the birth of
Whom did shepherds bow?

Colour the right answer.
Memorise
Glory to God in the highest
heaven, and peace on earth to
those with whom God is
pleased. Luke 2:14

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JESUS LOVES
LITTLE CHILDREN
READING PORTIONS: Mathew 19:13-15; Mark
10:13-16
OBJECTIVE
1. Jesus loves little children. Make the children
understand that Jesus loves them more than anyone
else. 2. So make them interested in loving Jesus.
INTRODUCTION
If people, who love you a lot, come to your house,
don't they gather you close to them and kiss you?
Why is it so? It is because they love you a lot. Jesus
Christ loves you more than any of them. Let us study
how Jesus called little children near him and how he
blessed them.
LESSON
Jesus grew up and he was obedient to his par-
ents. After he grew up, with the help of power of God,
he healed the sick. He gave sight to the blind and
hearing to the deaf. He gave food to those who were
hungry and comforted those who cried. All those who
were sad came to Jesus. Jesus prayed for them. They
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got healed and went away happily. He helped and Don't you want to go near Jesus? If you do all
loved everyone. All were very happy to go and see what father Jesus says and pray to him, he will bless
Jesus. you too.
PREVENTION BY THE DISCIPLES QUESTIONS
There were 12 people who always walked with 1. Who prevented the little children from coming
Jesus; Jesus called them his 'disciples'. As Jesus did to Jesus?
many things that only God could do, the people loved 2. How many disciples did Jesus have?
him a lot. People considered it as a great thing to get
3. Why did people love Jesus a lot?
blessings from Jesus. One day, mothers brought their
little children to Jesus so that he would bless them by 4. How did Jesus behave towards little children?
keeping his hands on their heads. The disciples did
not like this. They thought that Jesus should not be
disturbed for small things like this. The disciples hin-
dered them by saying that Jesus did not have time to
bless small children.
JESUS LOVES LITTLE CHILDREN
When the disciples prevented the little children, the
loving Jesus said not to prevent them. Jesus said,
"Let the little children come to me". Hearing this, the
children ran up to Jesus who took them in his arms,
put his hands on them and blessed them. He talked
to them. He told that only those who are like the little
children will be taken to heaven. The children jumped
for joy. The mothers who brought them were also
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Help these friends to reach Jesus. How many disciples did Jesus have? Count the
people standing with Jesus and write the answer.
Memorise
Let the children
come to me;
do not stop them.
Mark 10:14

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JESUS HEALS
THE PARALYTIC
READING PORTION : Mark 2 : 1-15
OBJECTIVES
1. Jesus is able to heal any sickness. 2. If we go to
Jesus with faith, He will heal us too. 3. When sick-
ness comes, encourage them to trust in Jesus.
INTRODUCTION
Haven't you seen sick people? Weren't you sick?
Have you seen people who are bed-ridden, who can-
not move their hands or legs? Such people are called
paralytic. Let us study how Jesus healed a paralytic
man who was brought to him.
LESSON
Jesus travelled through the land of Palestine
preaching word of God. Wherever Jesus went, He
performed miracles. He healed every sick person who
went to him. So many people rushed to where Jesus
was!
JESUS AT CAPERNAUM
Once Jesus went to a house in Capernaum in
Galilee. Hearing that Jesus was there, many people
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rushed there to see him. So many people gathered ately the paralytic was healed and he got up. He took
together that there was no room left, in the house, his mat and walked away. Oh! what a miracle ! See-
not even outside the door. People were gathered in ing this, the people were amazed and they praised
the courtyard and around the house also. The people God.
who came late could not get near Jesus. Oh! What a What will you do when you are sick? Believe that
joy there was in the house where Jesus was! Jesus will heal you and go and pray to Him. Jesus
THE PARALYTIC BROUGHT TO JESUS will heal us.
When four people heard that Jesus healed the sick, QUESTIONS
they brought a paralytic to him, along with his bed. 1. Why did people always rush to the place where
There was no way to enter the house because of the Jesus was ?
crowd. How could they bring the sick man near Jesus?
2. In which town did Jesus heal the paralytic?
Together they thought about it for some time. At last
they found a way. They decided to climb to the roof of 3. How was the paralytic brought before Jesus?
the house and make an opening on the roof and 4. What did Jesus tell the paralytic?
lowered the man on his bed in front of Jesus. How
difficult a solution! But they believed that if they
brought the sick man before Jesus, he would be
healed. Hence they laboured and brought the para-
lytic before Jesus by lowering him through the open-
ing made in the roof.
JESUS HEALS THE SICK MAN
Never before had a person been brought to Jesus
with such difficulty. Jesus had mercy on the sick man
by seeing the faith of the people who had brought
him. Jesus said to the paralytic, "Son, your sins are
forgiven. Get up, take your mat and walk". Immedi-

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Travel through '1' so that the Jesus healed the sick. We should also help others.
sick can reach Jesus. Complete the picture and colour it.
Memorise
He heals all your diseases.
Þ Psalm 103:3.
JESUS
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JESUS HEALS
THE BLIND MAN
READING PORTION: Mark 10:46-52; Luke 18:35-43
OBJECTIVES
1. Jesus is able to heal the blind too, not only the
paralytic 2. Jesus hears when we cry.
INTRODUCTION
Haven't God given us good eyes with which we
can see? What all can we see with our eyes? But
have you seen men with no eyesight sitting by the
roadside and begging, they are called blind men. We
have learnt that Jesus heals every sickness. Let us
now study how Jesus man healed a blind man.
LESSON
THE BLIND MAN OF JERICHO
In the last lesson, in which place did Jesus heal
the paralytic? (Capernaum). Another day, Jesus was
walking through a place called, Jericho. With him, he
had his twelve disiples and a large crowd. There, by
the way side of Jericho, sat a blind man. His name
was Bartimaeus. When he heard people walking by,
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he was blind, people gave him money. That is how QUESTIONS
Bartimaeus lived. 1. What was the name of the blind man whom
JESUS ENCOUNTERS BARTIMAEUS Jesus healed?
Bartimaeus heard people, walking along the way- 2. Where did Bartimaeus, theblind man sit and
side, talking about Jesus healing people. He was very beg for money?
happy when he heard that Jesus had power to heal 3. What did the blind man tell the Lord?
blind men.(If only he could reach Jesus!). As he was 4. What did the blind man do after he was healed?
wishing like this, one day he heard a big uproar. He
heard people passing by saying that Jesus was com-
ing that way. Meanwhile, in a short time, he knew that
Jesus had come in front of him.
JESUS HELPS THOSE WHO CRY FOR HELP
When Jesus came near, he shouted aloud, saying
"Jesus, son of David, have mercy upon me" Hearing
this the disciples rebuked Bartimaeus. But, the blind
man shouted loudly. Hearing this, Jesus stopped
suddenly. He asked his disciples to bring him to Jesus.
Jesus asked him what he wanted. He answered that
he wanted to see. Jesus had mercy on him and gave
him his eyesight. Bartimaeus decided to go with Jesus
who helped him.
Our Jesus loves even those who don't have their
eyesight. We should help such people. We should
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Put ‘9’ to the good deeds Who healed Bartimaeus?
and ‘2’ to bad deeds. Give colour to dotted letters and find answer.
Memorize the verse

and colour it.
Memorise
He called out, “Jesus, Son of
David, have mercy on me!”
Luke 18:38
Name the blind who was healed by Jesus?
Matthew Bartimaeus
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JESUS RAISES
THE DEAD
READING PORTION : John 11 : 1 -44
OBJECTIVE : Jesus can do things that is impos-
sible for man. 2. Jesus can bring to life the dead 3.
Encourage children to go to Jesus for the things im-
possible for us.
INTRODUCTION
Have you gone to houses where people have died?
Haven't you seen how people cry there? People are
very sad there. We have studied that Jesus can heal
any kind of sick people. But Jesus can give dead
people new life and raise them up from the dead. Let
us study about a man whom Jesus raised from the
death.
LESSON
THE FAMILY JESUS LOVED
There was a house which Jesus often visited: the
house of Martha, Mary, and their brother Lazarus.
They lived in the place called Bethany. Whenever
Jesus came that way, he would go there. Martha would
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to listen to the words of Jesus. Lazarus also was much dead Lazarus walks out, alive! All were astonished at
loved by the Lord. this. Jesus and Lazarus later sat down for food.
DEATH OF LAZARUS Jesus can do what is impossible for others. He is
One day, Lazarus suddenly fell ill. When his illness God. So he could raise up the dead. If you believe,
worsened, the sisters sent a message to Jesus. But, Jesus will do wonders in your lives too.
Jesus and his disciples could not reach the place QUESTIONS
immediately, as they were far away. Before they were 1. In which village did Lazarus and his sisters live?
able to reach Bethany Lazarus died. Martha and Mary
2. Who are sisters of Lazarus?
were very sad at death of their brother.
3. Why did Jesus weep?
JESUS AT BETHANY
4. What did Jesus say, at the tomb?
Days passed by. It was the fourth day when Jesus
came to the house of Lazarus. Seeing Jesus, Mary 5. Why were the people astonished?
and Martha broke into tears. Jesus too wept with them
as he loved them dearly. Martha said: "Lord, if you
were here, our brother would not have died". Martha
said so because she was totally confident that Jesus
could heal any illness. "If you believe, you will see the
glory of God" - said Jesus to them.
JESUS RAISES UP LAZARUS
Jesus asked to show the place where Lazarus was
buried. They took him to the tomb, which was closed
with a huge stone. Jesus asked them to take away
the stone. There were many people around, who were
eagerly watching the scene. Jesus commanded:
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Match the following Jesus wept when he heard Lazarus’ death.
Draw a circle around the friend who is crying.
Lazarus
Martha, Mary
Jesus
Memorise
Lazarus I am the resurrection
and the life.
John 11:25
Name the village of Lazarus and his sisters?

Bethany Nazareth
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Fill with colour
Lesson - 26
JESUS LOVES THE
TAX - COLLECTOR
READING PORTION: Luke 19:1-19
OBJECTIVE
To help the children understand that 1. Jesus loves
those who are hated by others, and 2. we should not
hate anyone, but treat all equally.
INTRODUCTION
You must have seen processions going along the
road. People throng on either side to see the proces-
sions. Usually children and people who are not that
much tall climb up to roof tops or other heights for a
better view. Our story for today is about Zacchaeus
who climbed on a tree to see Jesus.
LESSON
Where did Jesus heal the blind Bartimaeus ? Yes
that was in Jericho. Another day, Jesus and his dis-
ciples were passing through Jericho. There were many
people with them. There lived a man named
Zacchaeus, who was a very short man. Zacchaeus
had heard that Jesus loves every one. So, he longed
to see Jesus. But as he was short, he couldn't see
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ZACCHAEUS THE TAX COLLECTOR that he would never cheat anyone.
Zacchaeus was a tax collector. Tax collectors were Zacchaeus the tax collector was hated by every-
those who collected tax money for goods brought for one. But Jesus loved him. Jesus hates no one. So
sale in the market and the like. The Israelites hated we also should not hate others.
the tax collectors. Zacchaeus was a chief among the QUESTIONS
tax collectors, and was very wealthy. When he learned 1. What was Zacchaeus' job?
that Jesus loved even the tax collectors, he desired 2. Why was it difficult for Zacchaeus to see Jesus?
to see Jesus.
3. What did Zacchaeus do to see Jesus?
ZACCHAEUS CLIMBS ON THE TREE
4. What did Jesus say when he came to the
Zacchaeus was so eager to see Jesus. As he was
Sycamore tree?
short, he found a way out. Knowing that Jesus and
his disciples would pass that way, he ran ahead and
climbed a sycamore tree. This tree was full of leaves.
'From here, I can see Jesus, but Jesus won' t see me'
- Zacchaeus must have felt so.
JESUS SEES ZACCHAEUS
When Jesus passed by, he stopped beneath the
Sycamore. Jesus looked up. Seeing Zacchaeus, he
called out : "Zacchaeus, come down!" Zacchaeus was
surprised to hear Jesus calling him by name and ask-
ing him to come down. How happy he was to hear
that Jesus was staying at his house that day. When
Jesus reached Zacchaeus house, they prepare a good
meal for him. Jesus helped Zacchaeus understand
his sins. Zacchaeus confessed his sins, and prom-
ised to return anything that he had cheated out of
people. Jesus forgave his sins. Zacchaeus promised
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Zacchaeus was not able to see Jesus. Why? Where did Zacchaeus climb in order to see Jesus?
Colour the right answer. Draw a circle around the correct answer.
When Zacchaeus received Jesus,

what did he give back? Memorize the verse and colour it.
Tick the correct answer.
Memorise
For the Son of Man came to
seek and to save the lost.
When Zacchaeus welcomed Jesus in his heart, he Luke 19:10
forsook all his wrong deeds, like this we should also
be good children.

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JESUS LOVES
THE LEPER
READING PORTIONS : Mathew 8 :1 - 4; Luke 5:12-14

OBJECTIVE
To help students realize that 1. Jesus can heal any
disease which may look incurable in man's sight, and
2. Jesus shows mercy to those sick people who are
avoided by other people.
INTRODUCTION
We have learnt about Jesus' love for Zacchaeus,
the tax collector, whose work brought him hate from
others. There are some other types of people who
were hated by all. People with leprosy get only treat-
ment of hate from others. But, when Jesus saw a leper,
he felt mercy upon him, and healed him. That's our
story for today.
LESSON
Some illness can spread fast from one person to
others nearby. When we have fever or chickenpox,
our friends may not be happy to come and sit with us.
In the same way, leprosy is one disease which people
hate and fear most. Have you seen a leper? What
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happens to their body? Their fingers and toes break QUESTIONS
off from the tip. Sores may cover their body. They 1. What was the other name of Israelites?
may have a stink, and insects may settle on them.
2. What was the most hated disease in olden
Leprosy can spread to one in contact with a leper.
times?
JESUS MEETS A LEPER
3. Where did the Jews permit the leper to live?
The Israelites were known by another name Jews.
4. What happened when Jesus touched the leper?
The Jews hated lepers so much that a leper had to
stay outside the village. But Jesus loved even the lep-
ers. One day, Jesus was walking through a village
near the sea of Galilee. As he walked along, he saw
a leper approaching him, with a look of misery upon
his face. He too had heard from someone that Jesus
would heal all sorts of ailments. When this leper came
near, those who were with Jesus moved away.
JESUS HEALS THE LEPER
The leper came near and offered his respects to
Jesus. "Lord, if you decide so, you can make me
clean" - he said to Jesus. Jesus had compassion for
him. No one will dare to touch a leper. But Jesus, in
His love touched the leper and prayed for him. "Be
clean!" - said Jesus. Immediately, his leprosy van-
ished and the man became clean. Praising Jesus for
this healing, the man happily left for his village.
Jesus can heal any illness. He loves all who are sick,
and has mercy for them. We should not hate anyone
who is ill. Let us help those who are ill, and pray for them.
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Lead the leper to Jesus. Colour each letter with a different colour.
Memorise
Jesus reached out his hand
and touched the man. “I am
willing,” he said. “Be clean!”
Other name of Israelites. Luke 5:12.
Jews Egyptians
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Lesson - 28
THE LOST SHEEP
READING PORTION: Luke 15 : 3-7; Psalm 23

OBJECTIVE
To help children understand that 1. Jesus, the good
shepherd, is God who has come to save us, who are
like lost sheep 2. God rejoices when we approach
Jesus, our shepherd.
INTRODUCTION
Do you like sheep ? Some of you must have been
to houses with sheep. In Palestine, the land where
Jesus moved about, sheep were kept in great num-
bers. Those who took care of them are called 'shep-
herds'. Our lesson for today speaks of a good shep-
herd who searched and found his lost sheep.
LESSON
THE LOST SHEEP
A shepherd had a hundred sheep. Every day, he
took them to places with much grass to feed upon,
and also to valleys with clear water. One day, as usual,
this good shepherd set out with his sheep. During
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eating to their hearts' fill. When it was evening, he way. When we lived as sinners, doing wrong, Jesus
took them to their shelter. Counting them one by one, the good shepherd came down from heaven. He came
he let them go in the shelter. When he finished count- to the earth in search of us. He died on the cross. His
ing, he became worried. There were only ninety nine death was to bring us salvation. Jesus the good shep-
sheep. How many are missing? Only one. But, the herd will forgive us our sins, hold us in his hands and
shepherd was sad to miss one sheep. take us back to Heaven, which is our real home.
THE SHEPHERD WHO SEARCHES FOR THE LOST Whatever we really need on earth, Jesus will give us.
What did he do when he lost one sheep? Leaving Are you prepared to love Jesus?
99 sheep behind, he went in search of the lost one. QUESTIONS
He was afraid as if some wild animal must have killed 1. How many sheep did the shepherd have?
it. In thickets and and holes, among briars and hill- 2. How many sheep were lost?
sides, he went in search of the one sheep. After a 3. What did the shepherd do for the lost sheep?
longtime, he heard in a thicket the weak cry of a sheep.
4. What did the shepherd do when he got back the
Rushing to the spot, he saw the sheep. It was too
lost sheep?
tired even to walk. Gathering it in his arms and put-
ting it on his shoulders, the shepherd walked back
with joy.
THE JOY OF GETTING BACK THE LOST
Who must have been the happiest to get the sheep
back ? Naturally, the shepherd himself! When he
reached home, he called his friends and neighbours.
Holding close the sheep to his heart, he said: "I've
got back my lost sheep, so, do rejoice with me!" The
others too were happy to hear this. The sheep also
was glad to return to its own fold.
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Colour the sheep which is odd one. Colour those that are given by our Jesus,
How many sheep are there in the picture? the good shepherd.
Count and tick the right answer.
7 6 5 Memorise
The LORD is my
How many sheep did shepherd of the parable have? shepherd;
I shall not want.
90 99 100 Psalms 23:1

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Lesson - 29
JESUS LOVES
A GENTILE
READING PORTIONS: John : 4 : 1 - 26; 39-42
OBJECTIVE
To lead the students to realize that 1. Jesus loves
people of all races and groups, and 2. God's children
should not discriminate people, according to their
wealth position or colour.
INTRODUCTION
Are you able to love all people? There are some
who find it difficult. They cannot speak to someone
who is dark-skinned. Or, some people do not mix with
poor people. Yet some will avoid people of other reli-
gions. But, Jesus showed a difference. In our story
for today, let us learn how Jesus showed compas-
sion for a gentile woman.
LESSON
JEW'S HATE FOR THE SAMARITANS
The Jews had a feeling that they were superior to
the other races around them. So, they hated others.
A region near the land of Jews was called Samaria.
Since the Samaritans were not Jews, the Jews did
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not like to go there. They never showed love for the This story teaches us that Jesus loves everyone,
Samaritans. They didn't even accept drinking water from all castes and background. We also should learn
from the Samaritans. to love all, whether they are fair or dark, rich or poor.
JESUS MEETS A SAMARITAN WOMAN QUESTIONS
Jesus was born in a Jewish family. Even though a 1. In which race was Jesus born?
Jew, Jesus had no hate for the Samaritans. One day, 2. Why did the Jews hate the Samaritans?
Jesus and the disciples were walking through
3. In which town of Samaria did Jesus meet the
Samaria. When they reached a town called Sychar,
woman?
the disciples went ahead to get food. Jesus sat alone
near a well. He was feeling thirsty. But, he had no 4. Why was the woman surprised when Jesus asked
vessel to draw water. It was then that the Samaritan for water?
woman came there for water. 5. How many days did Jesus and the disciples stay
JESUS ACCEPTS WATER FROM THE GENTILE in Samaria?
WOMAN
" Can you give me some water ?" - asked Jesus to
the woman. The Samaritan woman was astonished
to hear this. Jews never accepted water from a Sa-
maritan. But Jesus considered all people equal, and
took water from her. He spoke to her about God's
love. She was very happy. She decided to live as a
child of God. She ran off to the village to proclaim this
good news. Soon, the Samaritan came around Jesus.
Heeding to their request, Jesus stayed there for two
days. He gave them good instruction. All of them de-
cided to worship God. They were happy that Jesus
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In the following columns given below, there are Colour the odd one in the given picture.
words of today’s story. Find out and draw a circle.
A W A T E R
J E S U S J
N E L O V E
M K W E L L
We should love everyone.

Give colour to symbol of love.
Memorise
Then Jesus told her,
“I Am the Messiah!”
In which town of Samaria, John 4:26
Jesus met the woman?
Sychar Galilee
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Lesson - 30
JESUS LOVES
HIS ENEMY
READINGPORTION: Mathew 26 : 47 - 54
OBJECTIVES
To help children understand that 1. Jesus loves even
his enemies, and 2. we should love those who hurt us.
INTRODUCTION
Are there pupils in your school who often fight and quar-
rel with you? Can you love them? But you may remember
what we have learnt about Jesus. He loves everyone:
children, the sick, those who have lost their dear ones
through death, the tax collectors and the gentiles. Not only
that, Jesus loved his enemies who troubled him. Let us
learn how Jesus did that.
LESSON
Jesus did only what was good. Yet, he was hated by
some people. Wherever Jesus went, crowds of people
came to meet him. The priests and other leaders of those
times did not like it. So, they hated Jesus. The leaders
came together and decided that Jesus should be killed.
But it was not easy to arrest Jesus publicly as there was
always was a big crowd around Him. So, they waited for a

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chance when Jesus and the disciples were alone. Another off. But Jesus scolded Peter; not only that, He touched
problem was that, if the soldiers were sent to arrest Jesus, and healed the wounded man. Thus, Jesus demonstrated
they might fail to identify Him from the disciples. Thus, His love to those who came to arrest him.
they needed the help of any one of the disciples. For this, Jesus loved His enemies. In the same way, we too
they tried to influence one of them. should love those who hate and trouble us. We should
JUDAS, WHO BETRAYS HIS MASTER also pray for them. Can this be possible?
Among the twelve disciples, Judas was in charge of QUESTIONS
the purse. He had some greed for money. One day the 1. Why did the leaders hate Jesus, even though He
leaders called Judas secretly. They promised him of money was loved by all?
if he would betray Jesus to them. Out of his greed, Judas
2. Where was Jesus betrayed?
agreed. His love for money was more than his devotion
for Jesus. In return of betraying Jesus, they gave him thirty 3. Why did Judas agree to betray Jesus?
silver coins. One night, Jesus took his disciples to the 4. What did Judas get in return for betraying Jesus?
garden of Gethsemane to pray. Knowing this, the leaders 5. How was Jesus betrayed?
sent soldiers to arrest Jesus. As agreed before, Judas
kissed Jesus - it was a sign for the enemies to identify 6. Who among the disciple of Jesus struck the High
Jesus. Jesus did not show any anger to Judas when he priest's servant?
betrayed him. Instead, he called Judas 'Friend'. Judas was
one of the disciples who walked around with Jesus. Yet,
he handed over Jesus to the enemies. But Jesus Christ
loved Judas, who had become an enemy.
JESUS LOVES THOSE WHO ARRESTED HIM
Another disciple of Jesus was Peter. When he saw
Judas betraying Jesus, he understood that Jesus was
about to be arrested. Suddenly, he took out his sword and
struck the High priest's servant. The man's ear was cut

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Match the following How did Judah betray Jesus?
Draw a circle around the right answer.
Jesus

Jude
Memorise
Love your enemies
and pray for those who
Peter persecute you.
Matthew 5:44
For how many pieces of silver Judah betray Jesus?
20 30 10
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Lesson - 31
THE KING RIDES ON
THE DONKEY
READING PORTION : Matthew 21: 1 -17
To establish that 1. Jesus, the son of God, is King
of Kings and 2. We should praise and glorify Jesus,
the King.
INTRODUCTION
When ministers or political leaders reach a palace,
they often get a warm welcome. People shout slo-
gans of Jubilation, and create an atmosphere of re-
joicing. A few days before Jesus was crucified, He
too got a reception by people. Let us see the details.
LESSON
THE BEGINNING OF THE JOURNEY TO
JERUSALEM
One Sunday, Jesus and his disciples reached the
village of Bethany. From there, they decided to go to
the Temple at Jerusalem. Jesus called two of his dis-
ciples apart and instructed them thus: "Go to the vil-
lage ahead of you. There, at a friend's house, you will
find a donkey and colt tied up. Bring them to me".
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JESUS TRAVELS ON THE COLT Jesus Christ is to not only one who loves and helps
The disciples placed their cloaks on the animals, us; he is our King as well. We should always praise
and Jesus rode on the colt. The King Jesus travelled and worship Jesus, who is our King. Are you happy to
thus to Jerusalem. People in the village soon heard praise Jesus when you pray?
that Jesus was passing by. They rushed out to praise QUESTIONS
him. The people accepted Jesus as their King. They 1. On which animal did Jesus ride as King?
threw their cloak on the way; some of them cut down
2. To which place did Jesus go, riding on a colt?
tender branches from the trees and spread them on
the road. All these were signs of respect. Holding 3. What did the people shout, upon seeing Jesus?
branches in their hands, people cried out: "Hosanna 4. Why did Jesus drive out the merchants from the
to the Son of David ! Blessed is He who comes in the temple?
name of the Lord!" Amidst this shouting throng of 5. Why did the priests and leaders decide to kill Jesus ?
young and old, Jesus moved forward.
JESUS IN THE TEMPLE OF JERUSALEM
With the whole crowd shouting Hosanna, Jesus
reached the Temple of Jerusalem. The priests and
other leaders who were there, came out to find the
cause of the noise. Before them was Jesus, riding on
a colt, as a King! They were much annoyed.
Jesus came inside the temple. There, He found no
one praying. Instead, the area was filled with people
buying and selling. Jesus forced the merchants out,
telling them that the place of worship should not be
used for business. The priest and leaders did not like
Jesus coming into the temple and driving out the
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Number the pictures in the order of story. Colour the dotted pieces and find out the hidden.
Memorize the
verse and
colour it.
Memorise
Hosanna to the Son
of David! Blessed is he
who comes in the
name of the Lord
On which animal did Jesus travel as King? Matthew 21:9
Horse Donkey Mule

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Lesson - 32
THE JUDGE WHO
PUNISHES THE INNOCENT
READING PORTIONS: Matthew 27 : 11 -26; Luke
23 : 1-25
OBJECTIVE
To help students understand that 1. innocent people
do not deserve punishment, and 2. Jesus, who was
sinless, received punishment for our sins.
INTRODUCTION
Sometimes, our parents punish us for doing wrong.
But, will they punish us when we haven't done any-
thing wrong? They will not. But, our Lord Jesus was
punished for death on the cross even though He did
not wrong. How this happened, let us see.
LESSON
JESUS BEFORE THE CHIEF PRIESTS
You will remember that it was Judas who betrayed
Jesus, with a kiss. Do you remember where it hap-
pened? Well, when Judas pointed Jesus out, the sol-
diers arrested Him. At that time, there were two chief
priests-Annas and Caiaphas- in the Temple of Jerusa-
lem. Jesus was taken to them. The soldiers tied up

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his eyes and beaten up. Jesus had done only good, PILATE WASHES HIS HANDS
and yet he was persecuted. Why did this happen? It In order to satisfy the people, Pilate ordered that
was for our sins. The high priests and the leaders Jesus should be whipped. He hoped to set Jesus free
tried to find some wrong in Jesus, but failed. How- after that. Thus, Jesus was whipped by the soldiers.
ever, out of their hatred for Jesus, they decided to kill Even after that, the people cried out for the crucifix-
him. But, they had no authority for that. ion of Jesus. Then, Pilate took some water, washed
JESUS BEFORE PILATE his hands, and said:" I am innocent of this man's
Only the Roman Governor of the region had au- blood". Then he handed over Jesus, the one who had
thority to issue a death sentence. At that time, Pales- never sinned, over to the Jews to be killed.
tine was under a Governor named Pontius Pilate. The Innocent people are never punished with a death
Jewish leaders brought Jesus to Pilate, so that he sentence. But why was Jesus punished with death
can sentence Jesus to death. Pilate questioned Jesus, on the cross though he was innocent? It was for the
but could not find anything wrong in Him. wrong of us, the sinners. Can you love this Jesus?
PILATE PROSECUTES JESUS ONCE AGAIN QUESTIONS
The leaders and the chief priests declared before 1. Who were the chief priests who questioned Jesus
Pilate that Jesus was a wrongdoer. They alleged that first?
Jesus was trying to become the King of Jews, and 2. Who was the Roman Governor? Who sentenced
that he declared himself to be Son of God. Once Jesus to death?
again, Pilate prosecuted Jesus. 'I find no wrong in 3. Who did Pilate offer to be crucified in the place of
this man' - declared Pilate. But the mob shouted loudly Jesus?
demanding," Crucify him, crucify him! At that time, a
4. What was the accusation of the Jews about
man named, Barabbas, who had committed great
Jesus?
deeds of wrong. Pilate told the people that he will
crucify Barabbas, instead of Jesus. But the crowd 5. What did Pilate say, after prosecuting Jesus the
cried out that it was Jesus, and not Barabbas, who first time?
should be crucified. 6. What did Pilate announce, before handling Jesus
over to be killed?
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Draw a circle around the Judge Match the following.
Jesus
Pilate
Find out the odd friend and give colour
Memorize the
verse and colour it.
Memorise
Pilate said: "I find no basis
for a charge against this man"
Luke 23: 4
Name the Roman Governor who punished Jesus?
Annas Pilate Herod

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ON THE CROSS,
BETWEEN THIEVES
READING PORTION: Matthew 27: 27 - 56; Luke

23:26 - 49
OBJECTIVE
To help students understand that 1. Jesus died for
our sins. 2.Jesus was crucified not for any wrong he
did, and 3. We should live for Jesus.
INTRODUCTION
You must have seen crosses, on top of church build-
ing and elsewhere. What does the cross signify? It is
a reminder of the death of the Lord Jesus, who was
nailed to the cross.
LESSON
THE SOLIDERS HURT JESUS
We have seen that Pilate handed Jesus over to
the soldiers to be crucified. The soldiers made a crown
of thorns and placed it on Jesus' head (Show the crown
in the picture). They also beat him on the head with a
long stick. It must have pained Jesus a lot. They also
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JESUS TAKEN TO GOLGOTHA Jesus didn't die because of his sins. It was for
Once who is sentenced to be crucified, had to our sins that He had to die. Can we live for Jesus?
take up his own cross and go to the place of cruci- QUESTIONS
fixion. Jesus was to be crucified at a place called 1. In what always did the soldiers torment Jesus?
Golgotha. It was a lofty hill. The heavy, wooden cross
2. What was the place to which Jesus went with
was placed on Jesus's shoulder. He had to carry it
the cross?
along the road with thorns, holes and pebbles. Blood
was oozing out of His head and back. So tired and 3. Between whom was Jesus crucified?
worn out, Jesus fell down many times. He got up 4. On what day was Jesus crucified?
again, and proceeded to Golgotha 5. What happened at the time of Jesus' death?
JESUS IS CRUCIFIED 6. Why did Jesus die?
Many people who loved Jesus followed him.
Mothers wept to see Jesus walking along in agony.
At last Jesus reached Golgotha. There, the soldiers
nailed him to the cross. His two hands were stretched
to both sides and nailed to the wood. Nail is pierced
his legs too. The cross was lifted and placed in a pit
on the ground. Two thieves were crucified on either
side. Those who passed by mocked Jesus.
JESUS DIES
Jesus was crucified on a Friday. It was afternoon,
and when Jesus lay on the cross, darkness spread
everywhere for three hours. The earth trembled, and
rocks split open. Bearing all pain, Jesus prayed for
the pardon of all who tormented him. At last, Jesus
committed himself to the hands of God, and died.
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Who died on the cross for us? Jesus died on the cross for the redemption of our
Colour the dotted part and find the answer sins. Colour the word ‘sin’ with black.
Memorise
Christ died for our sins
In whose midst was Jesus crucified?
according to the scriptures,
Strike off the number ‘4’from the given and was buried.
sentence and find out. 1 corinthians 15:3
B4etw4een4 t4wo4 ro4bb4ers

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Lesson - 34
JESUS BURIED
BY A COUNCILLOR
READING PORTIONS: Matthew 27 :57 - 61; Luke

23 : 50 -54; John. 19:38-42.
OBJECTIVE :
To help children know that 1. When Jesus died, a
rich councilor came forward to bury Him, and 2. When
we do good for Jesus, God will help us through oth-
ers.
INTRODUCTION
Have you been to a place where the dead people
are buried? Such a place is called a cemetery. When
our dear one dies, we take them to the cemetery and
bury them in a tomb. Let us study about how Jesus
was buried.
LESSON
When Jesus lived here on earth, he was loved by
many people. He had healed innumerable ill people.
Jesus brought back to life the dead Lazaraus. So,
there were many who loved Jesus. One among them
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councilor. He lived in the place named Arimathea. 2. From where did Joseph come?
Without the knowledge of others, he was a secret 3. Who gave permission to remove Jesus' body from
follower of Jesus. the cross?
JOSEPH SEEKS PERMISSION TO BURY JESUS 4. Name the secret disciple of Jesus who with
Jesus lay dead on the cross. Joseph the noble Joseph at the time of Jesus' burial?
person, desired to have the body buried. For this, he
needed permission to remove the body from the
cross. The Governor had to sanction it. All the other
disciples were now in fear. But Joseph went forth with
courage to Pilate and obtained permission.
JESUS IS BURIED
Nicodemus was another follower, who kept him-
self as a secret disciple of Jesus. Joseph and
Nicodemus together went and got down Jesus' body
from the cross. It was late evening on Friday. They
wrapped the body in a fine linen, with fragrant spices.
Near Golgotha, the place of crucifixion was a gar-
den. There was a tomb newly carved out of the rock,
in which no one was buried, till then. Then two men
took the body to that tomb. As was the custom then,
they placed a big stone in the front, covering the en-
trance. Having done so, they went back, with a heavy
heart.
QUESTIONS
1. Who was the councilor who buried Jesus?

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Show the way to reach Jesus on the cross. What things are to be done by those who believe in
Jesus and find out and give colour
Memorize the verse

and colour it.
Memorise
Let not your holy one
see corruption.
Psalms 16:10
Who buried Jesus ?
Joseph Nicodemus
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JESUS COMES OUT

OF THE TOMB
READING PORTIONS : Matthew 28:1-20; John
20:1-29
OBJECTIVE
To establish the truth that 1. Jesus alone has res-
urrected from among the dead, and 2. the resurrected
Jesus lives even today for us even today.
INTRODUCTION
Have you seen anyone coming back to life after
being dead and buried? Never! You may not have
heard anything like a dead person coming back to
life. Today, we study of a person who died, was bur-
ied, and rose up again on the third day.
LESSON
THE TOMB GUARDED
We learned that Joseph, the councilor, buried Jesus
in a new tomb. Knowing this, the Jewish leaders went
to Pilate and said:" During his life, we have heard Jesus
say that he will rise up from the dead on the third day.
So, the tomb should be securely sealed, and guards
should be placed there". Pilate agreed to this.
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JESUS APPEARS TO THE DISCIPLES
THE FIRST DAY OF THE WEEK
On the day of his resurrection, the disciples were
It was a Sunday - the third day since Jesus died.
sitting together at a place, with fear in their hearts.
Early morning, there was an earthquake. The stone
Jesus appeared in their midst, and said: "Peace be
in front of the tomb rolled off. Jesus rose up from the
with you ". The disciples were thus encouraged. After
dead.
this, Jesus appeared before them many times, at dif-
Not knowing this, Mary Magdalene and some other ferent places, thereby proving that He is alive. The
ladies who loved Jesus came to the tomb quite early, resurrected Lord remained on earth for 40 days; then
when it was still dark. They had with them fragrant He ascended to heaven, in the presence of His dis-
spices to be used on the dead body. They were sur- ciples. He lives in heaven for us. Let us live on earth
prised to see that the stone at the entrance of the for Jesus.
tomb was rolled off. They looked inside the tomb, and
QUESTIONS
found it empty. Overcome with anguish they stood
there, then an angel appeared before them. "Fear 1. What did the Jewish leaders tell Pilate after Jesus
not", said the angel, "You search for Jesus who was was buried?
crucified. He is not here. He is resurrected. Go fast 2. After how many days since his death did Jesus
and tell this to His disciples." The women ran back resurrect?
and told the disciples that Jesus has resurrected. 3. To whom did Jesus appear first?
JESUS APPEARS TO MARY 4. How many days after resurrection did Jesus
The disciples ran to the tomb and looked in. They ascend to heaven?
too were convinced that Jesus has resurrected, just
as he had told them. They returned home with joy.
But Mary waited at the tomb alone, weeping. Then,
Jesus appeared before her and spoke to her. She
was so glad; she went back and reported this to the
disciples.

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Show way for Mary to reach tomb On what day Jesus was resurrected, draw a circle
around the correct answer and write in words.
8 9
1 2 7
5 4 6 3
TH_ _ E
Memorize the verse and colour
it.
Memorise
I was dead, but now I am
On which day Jesus ascended to heaven after alive forever.
resurrection Revelation 1:18
30 th Day 40 th Day
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when he is old, he will not depart form it. (Pro. 22:6)

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SUNDAY SCHOOL TEXT BOOK

Sixth Edition - 2017

COG KERALA STATE SUNDAY SCHOOL DEPARTMENT

Mulakuzha Pastor C. C. Thomas

COG KERALA STATE SUNDAY SCHOOL DEPARTMENT

Pastor T. A. George (President)

TEXT BOOK WRITERS

Class 1 - 4 : Prof. M.K. Samuel M.A., M.Phil.

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God is the creator of everything.

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Match the following Memorise

COG KERALA STATE SUNDAY SCHOOL DEPARTMENT

COG KERALA STATE SUNDAY SCHOOL DEPARTMENT

Memorize the verse and colour it.

GOD WHO PROTECTED

COG KERALA STATE SUNDAY SCHOOL DEPARTMENT

Isaac Abraham Terah

COG KERALA STATE SUNDAY SCHOOL DEPARTMENT

GOD CARES FOR

Give number to the happenings in Joseph's life

COG KERALA STATE SUNDAY SCHOOL DEPARTMENT

COG KERALA STATE SUNDAY SCHOOL DEPARTMENT

Memorize the verse and colour it.

GOD WHO HEARD

COG KERALA STATE SUNDAY SCHOOL DEPARTMENT

COG KERALA STATE SUNDAY SCHOOL DEPARTMENT

Memorize the verse and colour it.

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