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💡 Big Idea: God equips us for a new school year. In Jesus we learn courage, dignity, kindness, perseverance, and bold leadership.
📖 Memory Verse: 1 Timothy 4:12 — “Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers…”
🔍 Theme Hook: “Homeroom at Church.” Each week begins with a Gear Check station where kids are introduced to the gear of the week.
✝️ Gospel Connection: Jesus welcomes us into God’s family and gives the Spirit to shape our character. He sends us into school to shine for Him—doing what’s right, honoring God with our choices, serving others, and standing firm.
5-Week Lesson Overview
Week 1 — Gear Check: God Helps His People (Judges 4)
• Key Discovery: God can use ordinary people and ordinary tools for His good plans.
• I can always: Offer my skills to God and choose courage.
Week 2 — Good Trouble: Queen Vashti Says No (Esther 1)
• Key Discovery: Dignity and courage matter—sometimes loving God means saying “no” to wrong.
• I can always: Honor God with respectful, brave choices.
Week 3 — Pack Kindness: Tabitha’s Sewing Ministry (Acts 9:36–43)
• Key Discovery: Kindness leaves a legacy that points people to Jesus.
• I can always: Use my hands to help and encourage others.
Week 4 — Don’t Fear the Test (James 1:2–4)
• Key Discovery: God uses trials to grow strong faith and character.
• I can always: Ask God for help and keep going with joy.
Week 5 — Backpack Blessing Sunday: Timothy’s Call-Up (1 Timothy 4:12)
• Key Discovery: Young believers can lead by example—in speech, conduct, love, faith, and purity.
• I can always: Live like Jesus at school and let others see Him in me.
