Big Truth:

The Bible Is God’s Word

1 Corinthians 2:7, 10, 12-13; 2 Peter 1:20-21; Revelation 1:1-3

Bible Verse:

All Scripture is breathed out by God.

2 Timothy 3:16a

Big Ideas:

  • The Bible is a book that contains the words of God Himself.
  • The Bible is the source of all truth.
  • Every word in the Bible was given to us by God and was written for our good.
  • The Bible is the story of God’s rescue plan for the world.

Bible Story:

Nehemiah 8:1-18

During the rebuilding of the wall around Jerusalem, Nehemiah brought the people together to hear the priest read God’s Word to them.

Foundation:

God Is Truth – God Gives His Word

God does not just know what is true, He is truth. When God speaks everything He says comes into being. The God who spoke everything into existence determines what is true and what is false. In His grace, God not only is truth, but also gives us the chance to know what is true by speaking. God speaks through His Word (the Bible), and the message of the Bible is given to us by Him. The Bible allows us to know what is true, what is false, and gives us knowledge of the truest thing in the universe, Himself.

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Every child should know that:

  • God is truth
  • The Bible is the true Word of God
  • Truth exists and is important for our lives

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Every child should be able to:

  • Tell the truth
  • Talk about the Bible as the source of truth

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Every child should feel:

  • Excitement when they learn something that is true

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Every child should want:

  • To hide God’s Word in their heart by memorizing verses from the Bible