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