Kids Ministry July 2023

Bible Lessons Overview

July 2

A Father’s Trust

John 4:43-54

• The Fruit of the Spirit-Peace
• Jesus heals the nobleman’s son
• Reverend & Mrs. John Paton were missionaries who inspired hundreds of missionaries to also take up the Great Commission and make disciples of all nations
• You can trust God to give you His peace in scary situations

July 9

Paul Keeps the Peace

Philemon 1:1-25

• The Fruit of the Spirit-Peace
• The Runaway slave
• Samuel Kaboo Morris was used by God mightily to draw people to the Lord
• You can ask God to help you learn more about Him and to live in harmony with all people

July 16

The Patience of a Father

Luke 15:11-31

• The Fruit of the Spirit-Patience
• The Prodigal Son
• Jim Elliot was a missionary to Ecuador and believed that work dedicated to Jesus was more important than his life
• You can practice patience toward your friends and family by not complaining and being kind

July 23

Four Patient Friends

Mark 2:1-12

• The Fruit of the Spirit-Patience
• Jesus heals a paralytic
• William Wilberforce worked for years to pass legislation to abolish slavery in most of the British Empire
• You can please God by doing what is right by helping others in need

July 30

A Boy Shares Kindness

John 6:1-15

• The Fruit of the Spirit-Kindness
• The feeding of the 5,000
• S. Truett Cathy has dedicated his time and resources towards welcoming homeless children into his home for over 30 years fostering 150 children
• You can share with those in need and practice hospitality