If You Don't Go To Heaven,
Don't Blame Jesus!
Ages 10-13
LESSONS
January: Creation
Lesson 1: In the Beginning
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To give students an overview of the Book of Genesis
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To help students understand the recorded account of the creation of the heavens and the earth
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To inspire students to link their creation to their identity, and self-worth in Christ
Lesson 2: Created in His Image
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To teach children that we see God through His creation.
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To teach children that they are created in the IMAGE and LIKENESS of God.
Lesson 3: Fall of Man
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Students will understand how man sinned and God’s plan to redeem man from his shame.
Lesson 4: Cain and Abel
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Students will understand the biblical account of creation and identify the sequence of events.
February: Love
Lesson 1: God's Love for Us
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Students will understand that we ought to love unconditionally, just like God loved us while we were sinners.
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Highlight that God showed His love by giving us Christ, even though we were worthy of condemnation.
Lesson 2: What Love Does
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Students will understand the power of love.
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Students will learn how love conquers all other virtues and gifts.
Lesson 3: Be Kind
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Students will learn the importance of kindness through actions
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Students will identify ways to show kindness in their daily lives.
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Students will understand the story of the Good Samaritan and its lessons.
Lesson 4: Love One Another
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Students will understand how to love one another by exploring biblical teachings and practical ways to apply this principle in their daily lives.
March: Worship
Lesson 1: Worship and Fellowship
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Understand that God created us for worship and fellowship.
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Learn the conditions for effective worship and fellowship.
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Embrace worship and fellowship as a lifestyle, not limited by time or space.
Lesson 2: Living Your Faith
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Equip students with practical ways to boldly demonstrate, embody, and proclaim their faith in their daily lives.
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Highlight the essence, requirements, and benefits of living a holy lifestyle outside the church.
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Explore the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego as an example of unwavering faith in the face of societal pressures.
Lesson 3: Waiting on the LORD
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Teach students that fasting and prayer help draw us closer to God, align us with His will, and equip us for His work.
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Help students understand their greatest need is to feed on the things of God rather than worldly distractions.
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Encourage practical application of fasting and prayer in their daily lives.
Lesson 4: Serving with my Possession
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Understand that everything we own comes from God (Psalm 24:1).
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Learn practical ways to honor God with their possessions.
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Commit to using what they have to serve God and others.
April: Easter
Lesson 1: The Triumphant Entry
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Understand the significance of Jesus' triumphal entry.
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Learn the values of humility, cheerfulness, holiness, and obedience.
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Recognize Jesus as the true King and welcome Him into our hearts.
Lesson 2: The Last Supper
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Understand the significance of the Last Supper and its connection to the New Covenant.
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Learn about the institution of Communion (the Lord's Supper) and its meaning for Christians today.
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Reflect on the themes of love, sacrifice, and service demonstrated by Jesus during the Last Supper
Lesson 3: The Death and Resurrection of Jesus
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Understand the importance of Jesus’ death and resurrection in God’s plan of salvation.
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Learn how the resurrection provides hope for eternal life.
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Reflect on how they can respond to Jesus’ sacrifice in their daily lives.
Lesson 4: Jesus Raises Lazarus from the Dead​
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Understand Jesus’ power over life and death.
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Recognize that God’s timing is perfect.
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Encourage faith in God’s miraculous power.
June: Fathers
Lesson 1: Father of Faith - Abraham
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Understand who Abraham was and why he is called the "Father of Faith"
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Explore what it means to live by faith in today’s world.
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Reflect on how obedience and trust in God shape our personal journeys
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Identify how Abraham’s story points us to the gospel and God’s bigger plan.
Lesson 2: Honoring Your Father
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Understand what it means to biblically honor their father or father figure.
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Memorize and reflect on Ephesians 6:1–2 and apply it to real-life situations.
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Explore the emotional and spiritual impact of honoring their fathers.
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Recognize honoring their father as an act of obedience and love toward God.
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Creatively express appreciation for their fathers through thoughtful and personal reflection.
Lesson 3: Hezekiah – A King After God’s Own Heart
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Understand the power of trusting God in difficult situations.
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Learn the importance of prayer and humility.
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Recognize how obedience and worship honor God.
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See that God hears our prayers and responds in love.
Lesson 4: Mentors for the Next Generation _ Paul/Timothy
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Understand the importance of spiritual mentorship.
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Learn how Paul helped Timothy grow into a church leader.
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Inspire students to be both learners and encouragers in their walk with Go
July: Freedom
Lesson 1: Freedom from Sin
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Explore how rebellion led to regret, and how humility and repentance led to restoration.
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Reflect on concepts and necessity for spiritual growth.
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Discuss how God responds to our failures with love, and encourages to trust His plan and purpose for our lives.
Lesson 2: Freedom to Forgive
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God has a good plan for us even when things seem bad. God is good and wants us to be kind and forgive others. God can use hard times for good and that forgiveness is part of God’s plan.
Lesson 3: Freedom from Depression and Anxiety
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Students will understand the emotional challenges people face, learn the importance of empathy, and discover how prayer and support help during mental struggles.
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To explore how Hannah handled deep emotional pain and need through prayer and support, and how students can apply the same strategies.
Lesson 4: Freedom from Fear
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To understand that faith means trusting God even when you feel afraid.
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Reflect on how God sees us and gives us what we need, even when we feel inadequate.
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Know that God's power shows up when we feel weak, and He wants us to trust Him even when things seem too hard.
August Series
Lesson 1: I am wonderfully made
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Understand thatthey are purposefully created by God with care and intention.
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Recognize their unique identity, gifts, and value.
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Reflect on how to treatthemselves and others with respect because everyone is God’s creation.
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Learn that God knew them even before they were born and has a plan for theirlives.
Lesson 2: Freedom to Forgive
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God has a good plan for us even when things seem bad. God is good and wants us to be kind and forgive others. God can use hard times for good and that forgiveness is part of God’s plan.
Lesson 3: Living with Confidence
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Understand that confidence in Christ comes from trusting His presence and promises.
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Learn how to deal with insecurity, fear, and comparison.
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Memorize a foundational scripture that affirms God is always with them.
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Express their confidence through a creative visual journal
Lesson 4: I am made for a pur
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Help students understand their unique identity and calling in Christ.
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Explore how God uses people of all ages to accomplish His purpose.
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Encourage students to discover and develop their gifts and talents.
