- Shared by John Burton, Chairman of Board at August 2025 Board Meeting The Ark's Seven-Month Journey: Lessons in Presumption and Providence In 1 Samuel 1-6, we encounter a remarkable seven-month journey that reveals profound truths about God's sovereignty and the dangers of presumption. Israel's …

Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it. - Proverbs 22:6 ESV All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every …

Lesson 5: Jesus the Risen Lord Scripture: Psalm 22; Matthew 27:45-51, 54-56, 59-66; Luke 23:33-53 Memory Verse: 2 Corinthians 5:21 ESV “For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.” Teaching Objective: The unsaved child will believe in …

Lesson 4: Jesus the Perfect Substitute Scripture: Psalm 22; Matthew 27:45-51, 54-56, 59-66; Luke 23:33-53 Memory Verse: 2 Corinthians 5:21 ESV “For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.” Teaching Objective: The unsaved child will …

Lesson 3: Jesus the Suffering Savior Scripture: Isaiah 50:6; 53:7a; Matthew 26:51-75; 27:1-2, 11-31; Luke 23:1-16 Memory Verse: 1 Peter 3:18a ESV “For Christ also suffered once for sins, the righteous for the unrighteous, that he might bring us to God.” Teaching Objective: The unsaved child will …

Lesson 2: Jesus the Passover Sacrifice Scripture: Exodus 12:1-28; Zechariah 11:12; Matthew 26:1-5, 14-50; John 13:26-27 Memory Verse: Isaiah 53:6 ESV “All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned—every one—to his own way; and the Lord has laid on him the iniquity of us all. Teaching …

Lesson 1: Jesus the Promised Messiah Scripture: Isaiah 35:4-6; Micah 5:2; Zechariah 9:9; Matthew 21:1-17; 26:1-5; Luke 19:39-48 Memory Verse: 1 John 4:14 ESV “And we have seen and testify that the Father has sent his Son to be the Savior of the world.” Teaching Objective: The unsaved child will see …

Lesson 5: Naomi and Ruth: God Provides a Redeemer Scripture: Ruth; Matthew 1:5 Memory Verse: Proverbs 3:5-6 ESV “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.” Teaching Objective: The unsaved …

Lesson 4: Gideon: God Gives Guidance and Victory Scripture: Judges 6:1-24, 33-40; 7:1-23; 8:10 Memory Verse: 1 Corinthians 15:58 ESV “Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain.” Teaching …

Lesson 3: The Judges: Rebellion and Rescue Repeated Scripture: Joshua 24:14-17; Judges 2; 3:31; 4:1–5:4, 20-21; 13:1-5; 15:9-15; 16:16-30; 21:25 Memory Verse: 1 Corinthians 15:57 ESV “But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” Teaching Objective: The child will …

Lesson 2: Rahab: God Saves a Canaanite Woman Scripture: Joshua 2; 6 Supporting Scripture: Genesis 15:16, 18; Leviticus 18:21-25; Deuteronomy 9:4-5; Ezekiel 18:32; Matthew 1:5; Hebrews 11:30-31; 2 Peter 3:9 Memory Verse: Proverbs 3:6 ESV “In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight …

Lesson 1: Entering the Land: Refusal, Return, and Renewal Scripture: Genesis 17:8; Numbers 13:1–14:35; Joshua 1:1-3; 3 Memory Verse: Proverbs 3:5 ESV “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding.” Teaching Objective: The unsaved child will respond to God’s grace …

Read original articles written by Child Evangelism Fellowship President Jeremiah Cho to be inspired and challenged as a parent or children’s ministry worker. As Christmas approaches, no doubt, our children will start to focus on opening presents. To be honest, we adults will too. It is good and …

Light of Life Cheer (Word Up!): Jesus is the Light! We are all born into the world with a problem called sin that we need to be saved from. The Bible says that sin is like darkness because it blinds us from seeing the truth and keeps us separated from God. Jesus is totally different from everything …

Moses's Song You’ve taught about God’s big redemptive story, the burning bush, the plagues, the Passover, the crossing of the Red Sea, and the Ten Commandments. Now it’s time to have some extra fun and celebrate what the children have learned! In this music-themed review lesson, you will play fun …

Lesson 5: God Gives the Ten Commandments (Part 2) Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17; Matthew 5:21-22 Memory Verse: Matthew 22:37-39 ESV “And he said to him, ‘You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the great and first commandment. And a …

Lesson 4: God Gives the Ten Commandments (Part 1) Scripture: Exodus 19:1-9a, 16-20; 20:1-11; 31:18 Memory Verse: Matthew 22:37-38 ESV “And he said to him, ‘You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the great and first commandment.’” …

Lesson 3: God Shows His Power to Save Scripture: Exodus 12:31-42; 13:17—15:21 Memory Verse: Psalm 46:1 ESV “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” Big Idea: Remember God is with you and for you every day. Word Up! I can trust God! U-Nite TV® is a Christian platform for …

Lesson 2: God Shows His Greatness to Pharaoh Scripture: Exodus 4:29—6:13; 7:1—12:32 Memory Verse: Isaiah 45:5a ESV “I am the Lord, and there is no other, besides me there is no God.” Big Idea: There is only one true God—believe on Him! Word Up! Remember who God is! U-Nite TV® is a Christian …

Lesson 1: God the Deliverer! Scripture: Genesis 12:1-3; 46:1-4; Exodus 1:1—4:28 Memory Verse: 2 Samuel 22:2b ESV “The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer.” Big Idea: God is the only one who can deliver you from sin. Word Up! God is the Deliverer! U-Nite TV® is a Christian platform for …

Lesson 5: Jesus Died for the Outcasts Scripture: Luke 23-24:9 Memory Verse: Romans 8:38-39 ESV "For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us …

Lesson 4: Jesus Offers Hope to a Samaritan Leper Scripture: Luke 17:11-19; Leviticus 13:45-46; 14:1-2 Memory Verse: Romans 8:38-39 ESV "For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all …

Lesson 3: Jesus Shows Love to a Samaritan Woman Jesus Shows Love to a Samaritan Woman:Have you ever had trouble loving someone? This lesson shows how Jesus went to a woman most people did not like. This Samaritan woman was an outcast. No one wanted to talk to her or be around her, but Jesus did. He …

Lesson 2: God Shows Mercy to Nineveh Scripture: Jonah 1-4 Memory Verse: Psalm 86:15 ESV "But you, O Lord, are a God merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness." Word Up! God is Merciful U-Nite TV® is a Christian platform for KIDS! It's SAFE & FREE! …

Lesson 1: You Are Valuable To God Scripture: Genesis 1:1, 26-27, 31; 3:1-15; Psalm 139:13-18; 1 Corinthians 15:3-5; Revelation 21:1-6 Memory Verse: Psalm 139:14 ESV "I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well." Word Up! I am valuable …

Big Idea: You can trust that God the Creator is powerful enough to save you from sin and take care of you. Sharing the Gospel with kids isn’t rocket science. But you can use a bit of rocket science to share the Gospel with kids. Kids are fascinated by outer space—the mystery and immensity of the …

Scripture: Acts 18:18-21; Ephesians 1:4-13; 3:1; 6:10-20 Memory Verse: Ephesians 6:10 ESV “Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might.” Teaching Objective: The saved child will put on the Armor of God and stand firm when tempted. Main Teaching: God gives you everything you need …

Scripture: Acts 19:21; 23:11; 27; 28:1, 7-11, 16 Memory Verse: Ephesians 6:10 ESV “Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might.” Teaching Objective: The saved child will trust God to keep His promises because God is faithful. Main Teaching: God can be trusted to keep His …

Scripture: Acts 17 Memory Verse: Romans 1:16 ESV “For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek.” Teaching Objective: The unsaved child will believe that there is only one true God, who is Creator, …

Scripture: Acts 16 Memory Verse: Romans 1:16a-b ESV “For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation.” Teaching Objective: The saved child will depend on the Holy Spirit for comfort and help during hard times. Main Teaching: God the Holy Spirit is with you and will help …

Scripture: Acts 1:8-9; 9:1-23; 13 Memory Verse: Romans 1:16a ESV “For I am not ashamed of the gospel.” Teaching Objective: The saved child will depend on the Holy Spirit to give him boldness to tell others about Jesus. Main Teaching: The Holy Spirit will give you boldness to tell others about …

Titus 2:11 “For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation to all men,” The grace of God appeared at the Incarnation when Mary embraced God’s plan as spoken by the angel Gabriel in Luke 1:26-38 and at the birth of Jesus Christ in Luke 2:6-20. The grace of God was testified of by Simeon at …

Big Idea: Jesus has power to save you from sin and rule your life. “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God,” Peter declared. He understood. Peter got it. Jesus is the Christ—the anointed one. He is God Himself who came to Earth. Yet Peter and the other disciples didn’t understand the …

Big Idea: Jesus is your only hope for salvation. In this evangelistic narrative lesson, the story of the ten lepers was told. They were banished from society, but one man was an outcast for an additional reason. He was a Samaritan. Even without leprosy this man would have been ostracized. Add to …

Big Idea: Jesus came to make the way for you to have eternal life! Jesus did many amazing things while He was on Earth—so many, in fact, that the Bible says they are innumerable (John 21:25). Jesus did not come just to show He is the great physician. He did not come just to show He is the provider. …

Big Idea: Jesus is the all-powerful God. You can trust Him! The waves were crashing. The wind was howling. The rain was pouring. The disciples were panicking. But the Lord was sleeping. He had perfect peace in the midst of the storm. The disciples could have had that same peace. They could have …

Big Idea: You can know God through Jesus. We have access to the Creator of the universe, who loves us personally. In fact, He sent His only Son to bring a new level of revelation to us. Through Jesus we see the attributes of the Father displayed in tangible ways. Jesus is the healer, protector, …

As believers, we are told to stand firm in our faith, despite the culture and moral decay. Ephesians 6:14 instructs us to stand firm. In Ephesians 6:11 God tells us to put on the full armor of God, that we may be able to stand firm against the schemes of the devil. In verse 13 of the same chapter, …

Matthew 1:23 "Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and they will call his name Immanuel" (which means, God with us). Isn't our God wonderful and faithful! He named His one and only son as a promise and a reminder to us all that He will always be with us. Let's continue to reflect on …

Big Idea: You can praise God that He is always at work in your life. The book of Esther has such a satisfying ending—God’s people are saved and His enemies destroyed! Throughout the whole book, God’s hand has been moving, working, and preparing for this glorious ending. And the result? Praise! The …

Big Idea: God can give you grace to be humble. Proverbs 6:16-19 lists seven things God hates. “A proud look” is listed first. God hates pride and its fruits. Some say pride is the root of all sin—thinking we somehow know better than God or thinking we are better than others. A perfect example of …

Big Idea: Pray to God and trust Him to help you. “Help us!” God’s people desperately needed His help as the month and day of their approaching destruction drew near. Mordecai challenged Esther with these famous words: “...who knoweth whether thou art come to the kingdom for such a time as this?” …

Big Idea: God wants you to trust His plans are best. A good story usually has an interesting plot with twists and turns, maybe a surprise ending, a hero, a villain, and a little romance. The story of Esther has all this and more. But more importantly, it is the story of the great God who saves His …

Big Idea: God will give you courage to honor Him. What’s a good story without a villain? In this growth narrative Bible lesson, the spotlight falls on one main character, Mordecai, and introduces the story’s villain, Haman. Mordecai dramatically saves the king’s life but also makes a powerful …

Scripture: John 20; Acts 1:6-11 Memory Verse: John 1:12 ESV “But to all who did receive him, who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God.” Teaching Objective: The unsaved child will believe that Jesus rose again and will receive Him as his Savior. Main Teaching: Believe on …

Scripture: 2 Kings 22—23:8 Memory Verse: 2 Peter 3:18 ESV “But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be the glory both now and to the day of eternity. Amen.” Teaching Objective: The saved child will be changed through reading and applying God’s Word. Main …

Dear JYC and Parents, This past Tuesday was our Ice Cream Social, where the students of Newton Middle School were able to enjoy a tasty treat, companionship, games, and hear the message of the Gospel. The message given this week was on Romans 5:8, and around 15 students attended! We played biblical …

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25; 4:1-11; 26:1-5; Luke 1:26-38; 2:1-21, 41-52; 23:34; John 19:1—20:10 Memory Verse: 1 Corinthians 15:3-4 ESV “For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received: that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he …

Scripture: Genesis 1—3 Memory Verse: Romans 3:23 ESV “For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” Teaching Objective: The unsaved child will believe on Jesus as the only one who can save him from sin’s punishment. Main Teaching: Believe on Jesus to save you from sin. Emphasis for …

Scripture: Genesis 1—2; Revelation 21—22 Memory Verse: John 3:16 ESV “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.” Teaching Objective: The unsaved child will believe God desires to have fellowship with him and made a …

Memory Verse: "For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life through jesus Christ our Lord." (Romans 6:23) Teaching Objective: The unsaved child will trust Jesus to be saved from sin, recognizing that Jesus paid the price for his sin. Main Teaching: Jesus paid the price for …

These two words, “But God”, in Scripture are words of strong contrast. They denote God’s sovereign intervention into lives and events. These interventions remind us of God’s faithfulness and goodness. They show a re-direction of circumstances and events for our good and His glory. “But God” verses …

Proverbs 3:3 “Do you not let kindness and truth leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart.” This admonition from Scripture instructs us to keep two tangible “gems” close to us: kindness and truth. Being a father requires both kindness and truth in raising …

Psalm 127:1-2 “Unless the LORD builds the house, they labor in vain who build it; unless the LORD guards the city, the watchman keeps awake in vain. It is vain for you to rise up early, to retire late, to eat the bread of painful labors; for He gives to His beloved even in his sleep.” I’m sure …

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There is almost no greater feeling for a new mother than when her young child clings to her. Their embrace is so full of love and warmth, and yet the mother knows, deep down in her heart, that this is only a fleeting moment. Her child must grow up and face the world, and he cannot rely on mommy …

1 Peter 1:8 “and though you have not seen Him, you love Him, and though you do not see Him now, but believe in Him, you greatly rejoice with joy inexpressible and full of glory.” What would it take for you to love someone you have never seen? The disciples were privileged to see Jesus in the flesh …

Hello fellow CEF volunteers and parents! My name is Derrick Ma, and I grew up in Temple City, California. I attended Longden Elementary, where I was a part of the Good News Club led by Mrs. Brown from first grade to sixth grade. Growing up, I was a naturally optimistic child and cherished every …

The Lesson of the Fig Tree 29 And he told them a parable: “Look at the fig tree, and all the trees. 30 As soon as they come out in leaf, you see for yourselves and know that the summer is already near. 31 So also, when you see these things taking place, you know that the kingdom of God is near. 32 …

Big Idea: Jesus died for your sin because God loves you. Scripture: Mark 10:13-16; Luke 15:1-2; Matthew 27:30—28:6; Luke 24:1-12, 36-53 Memory Verse: Romans 5:8 ESV “But God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” Teaching Objective: The unsaved child will …

Psalm 16:8 I have set the LORD always (continually) before me; because He is at my right hand, I shall not be shaken. Hymn: “He Will Hold Me Fast” (originally written by Ada Ruth Habershon over 100 years ago.) “When I fear my faith will fail Christ will hold me fast When the tempter would prevail …

Big Idea: God will hear and answer when you pray in faith to Him. Scripture: Acts 12:1‐19 Memory Verse: 1 Peter 5:7 ESV “Casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.” Teaching Objective: The saved child will pray about everything that concerns him, believing God will hear and …

Big Idea: God wants all people to hear the Gospel and be saved. Scripture: Acts 10:1‐ 48 Memory Verse: 2 Corinthians 5:17 ESV “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation.[a] The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.” Teaching Objective: The unsaved child will believe God’s …

Big Idea: Jesus forgives sin. Scripture: Luke 22:31‐34, 54‐62; 24:1‐10; John 21:1‐19; Luke 23—24 Memory Verse: 2 Corinthians 5:17 ESV “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.” Teaching Objective: The saved child will follow God by …

Scripture: Matthew 14:22‐33 Big Idea: Jesus is the all‐powerful God. You can trust Him. Memory Verse: 2 Peter 3:18 ESV “But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be the glory both now and to the day of eternity. Amen.” Teaching Objective: The saved child will …

Big Idea: Follow Jesus with your whole life. Scripture: Luke 5:1-11; John 1:35-42, Mark 1:16-20; John 1:44 Memory Verse: 2 Peter 3:18 ESV “But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be the glory both now and to the day of eternity. Amen.” Teaching Objective: The …

Big Idea: God will help you be strong and faithful to Him. Scripture: Daniel 6 Memory Verse: Ephesians 6:10 ESV “Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might.” Teaching Objective: The saved child will remain strong and faithful to God even when he must stand alone, depending on …

Big Idea: Your sin is serious to God. Scripture: Daniel 5 Memory Verse: 1 John 1:9 ESV “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” Teaching Objective: The saved child will seek God’s help to avoid sin, knowing that God holds …

Ephesians 5:16 ...making the best use of the time, because the days are evil. As we enter a New Year, we are reminded that each of us is given 24 hours in a day, 7 days in a week, 8,760 hours in a calendar year. Sounds like a lot, yet have you noticed how time flies these days? When children are …

Big Idea: Trust God your Deliverer to help you stand strong. Scripture: Daniel 3 Memory Verse: Ephesians 6:10 ESV “Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might.” Teaching Objective: The saved child will stand strong in the Lord his Deliverer even when persecuted. Emphasis for …

Big Idea: Ask God for wisdom. Scripture: Daniel 2 Memory Verse: James 1:5 ESV “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously... and it will be given him.” Teaching Objective: The saved child will ask God to give him wisdom, being confident that God will answer. Emphasis for …

Big Idea: God will give you strength to honor Him by doing what is right. Scripture: Daniel 1 Memory Verse: Ephesians 6:10 ESV “Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might.” Teaching Objective: The saved child will choose to honor God by doing what is right, using the “power …

#DECEMBERNEWSLETTER “Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a Son, and they shall call His name Immanuel (which means, God with us).” - Matthew 1:23 ESV For to us a Child is born, to us a Son is given; and the government shall be upon His shoulder, and His name shall be called Wonderful …

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:1‐17, 12:1‐15; 1Chronicles 22:1‐5; 1Kings 2:1‐10; Luke 1:26‐33; 2Peter 3:13; Revelation 11:15 Memory Verse: Psalm 119:9-11 ESV “How can a young man keep his way pure? By guarding it according to your word. With my whole heart I seek you; let me not wander from your …

Scripture: Genesis 1:1, 27-31; 2:15-17; 3:16-19; Matthew 1:18-23; Luke 1:26-38; 2:4-5, 8-17 Supporting Scripture: Genesis 2: 1-24; 3; Isaiah 7:14; Matthew 28:20; Mark 5:35-42; 10:46-52; Romans 5:16-18; 1 Timothy 3:16 Memory Verse: “Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and they shall …

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-9; Matthew 1:18-25; 27:57-60 Supporting Scripture: Isaiah 7:14; 9:6-7; 35:4-10; 53:5-10; 65:17a, 25; Matthew 2:10-11; Luke 2:10-11; John 12:39-41; 19:34 Memory Verse: “Turn to me and be saved, all the ends of the earth! For I am God, and there is no other." - Isaiah 45:22 ESV …

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Scripture: 2 Samuel 4:4; 9:1-13 Memory Verse: Psalm 119:9-11 ESV “How can a young man keep his way pure? By guarding it according to your word. With my whole heart I seek you; let me not wander from your commandments! I have stored up your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you” …

#NovemberNewsletter#GiveThanks I give thanks to you, O Lord my God, with my whole heart,     and I will glorify your name forever. -Psalm 86:12 ESV Watch the newsletter video: https://conta.cc/3AZd4Os

Selected Scriptures on the Harvest and our Dependence on the Lord expounded upon. John 4:37-38 For in this case the saying is true, one sows, and another reaps. I sent you to reap that for which you have not labored; others have labored, and you have entered into their labor. Deuteronomy 28:1 now …

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Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:13-23; 17:1-52 Memory Verse: Psalm 119:10 ESV “With my whole heart I seek you; let me not wander from your commandments!” Teaching Objective: The saved child will be bold for God’s glory when opportunities arise this week. Main Teaching: Be bold for the glory of God. Emphasis …

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13 Memory Verse: Psalm 119:10 ESV “With my whole heart I seek you; let me not wander from your commandments!” Teaching Objective: The saved child will show by attitude and actions that he cares more about what God thinks than what he thinks or wants to do. Main Teaching: …

Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:1-22; 9:1-27; 10:1, 17-26; 13:5-15 Memory Verse: Psalm 119:9 ESV “How can a young man keep his way pure? By guarding it according to your word.” Teaching Objective: The saved child will follow God as King of his heart when he is tempted to followothers, remembering who God is. …

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52; Luke 18:35-43 Memory Verse: John 3:36 ESV “Whoever believes in the Son has eternal life; whoever does not obey the Son shall not see life, but the wrath of God remains on him.” Teaching Objective: The unsaved child will trust Jesus to forgive his sin. Main Teaching: Jesus …

Scripture: John 4:46-54 Memory Verse: John 3:36 ESV “Whoever believes in the Son has eternal life; whoever does not obey the Son shall not see life, but the wrath of God remains on him.” Teaching Objective: The unsaved child will believe on Jesus as the only Savior from sin. Main Teaching: Believe …

Scripture: John 4:1‐30, 39‐42 Memory Verse: John 3:17 ESV “For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through Him.” Teaching Objective: The unsaved child will believe on Jesus, who knows and loves him. Main Teaching: Jesus knows you …

The obvious answer is because it is God’s very own Word! What a privilege it is to be able, at any time, to open the Bible and discover what God has to say to us. If you were to receive a letter from someone really famous you would be excited about it. How much more excited we should be to have …

Scripture: John 3:1-16 Memory Verse: John3:16 ESV “For God so loved the world, tha the gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.” Teaching Objective: Children will recognize they are dead in sin and only Jesus can make them alive again. Main Teaching: …

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Scripture: John 2:1-11 Memory Verse: John3:16 ESV “For God so loved the world, tha the gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.” Teaching Objective: The child will recognize that Jesus is the almighty God who came to redeem lives. Main Teaching: …

David was king at this time and Saul had already died. Prior to this, David had been fleeing from Saul 5 or more years and had harsh trials during this time. 400 men had come to support David (indebt, distressed, discontented). After allying themselves with David, they were transformed and became …

Gladys Aylward (1902-1970) may have been small in stature at barely five feet tall, but she was a giant of conviction! Even Hollywood was amazed by her story and made a movie about it, entitled The Inn of the Sixth Happiness. This fascinating documentary presents the events of Gladys' life, …

Scripture: Genesis 1:1, 24-31; 6:11-22; 7:15-22; 8:15-19; Isaiah 65:25 Memory Verse: Genesis 1:1 ESV “ In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.” Main Teaching: You can trust the Bible because God knows everything—even how to save you from sin! Emphasis for Saved: Listen to God every …

#SeptemberNewsletter Children today are growing up in a world that is confusing, conflicted and complex. They need Jesus in their lives and walking with them throughout life! But do our kids know and understand the Gospel of Christ clearly?

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God formed and fashioned each and every person with a purpose and that purpose is to worship Him. Matthew recounts Jesus’ Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem. Matthew 21:15-16 But when the chief priests and the scribes saw the wonderful things that He did, and the children crying out in the temple, …

Genesis 22:1 After these things God tested Abraham and said to him, “ Abraham!” And he said, “ Here I am.” Genesis 46:2 And God spoke to Israel in visions of the night and said, “ Jacob, Jacob.” And he said, “ Here I am.” Exodus 3:4 When the Lord saw that he turned aside to see, God called to him …

“What shall a man give in exchange for his soul?” What gives something its value? Is it rare, scarce, or sentimental? What qualities make something precious and valuable? We assign value to something that is important to us. Jesus tells us what is most precious and valuable to Him. You are! God …

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Have you ever experienced Difficulty, Distress, or Danger? In all circumstances, the Lord has an answer for you in His Word - the Bible. He has not left you helpless, hopeless, or hapless. Psalm 50:15 “And call upon Me in the day of trouble; I shall rescue you, and you will honor Me.” The …

4  Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice. 5  Let your reasonableness be known to everyone. The Lord is at hand; 6  do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. 7  And the peace of God, which …

4  Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice. 5  Let your reasonableness be known to everyone. The Lord is at hand; 6  do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. 7  And the peace of God, which …

4  Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice. 5  Let your reasonableness be known to everyone. The Lord is at hand; 6  do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. 7  And the peace of God, which …

4  Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice. 5  Let your reasonableness be known to everyone. The Lord is at hand; 6  do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. 7  And the peace of God, which …

4  Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice. 5  Let your reasonableness be known to everyone. The Lord is at hand; 6  do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. 7  And the peace of God, which …

4  Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice. 5  Let your reasonableness be known to everyone. The Lord is at hand; 6  do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. 7  And the peace of God, which …

"I am a rose of Sharon, a lily of the valleys." - Song of Solomon 2:1 May's birth flowers are lilies of the valley and hawthorn. The song "The Lily of The Valley" comes to mind. The chorus of the song calls Jesus as the "lily of the Valley" (Song of Solomon 2:1-2), and "the bright and morning star" …

1 Corinthians 15:3-4 "For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received: that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures, that He was buried, that He was raised on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures," Unity is a state of oneness and harmony. When we …

Big Idea: God gives you His strenght to be bold for Him. Scripture: Acts 9:20-31 Memory Verse: “But God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us." -Romans 5:8 ESV Word Up!: God is strong! From the moment that Saul met Jesus on the road to Damascus, his life …

Submitted by Ms. Pam Burton TCUSD Good News Club Team Leader and Area Coordinator Photo: Courtesy of TCUSD Good News Club Teachers on March 30, 2022 @Arcadia County Park #NationalWalkInTheParkDay #NationalSiblingDay Psalm 133:1 Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brothers to dwell together …

Submitted by Pam Burton TCUSD Good News Club Team Leader & Area Coordinator Romans 5:12 “Therefore, just us through one man sin entered into the world, and death through sin, and so death spread to all men, because all sinned” When God first created man in the Garden of Eden, everything was …

Big Idea: Are you willing to follow God's directions? Scripture: Acts 8:3-4; 9:1-22 Memory Verse: “But God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us." -Romans 5:8 ESV Word Up!: God can save anyone! Saul tried to “earn” God’s approval by following His laws …

Big Idea: God gives peace and courage in persecution. Scripture: Acts 5: 12-42 Memory Verse: “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.” -John 14:27 ESV Word Up!: The Holy Spirit gives peace …

"...let us run with endurance the race that is set before us," - Hebrews 12:1 Please fill out the simple survey below to help us to get to know you, so our digital content could serve you better: Follow us Instagram and Facebook to keep up with the latest news in real-time! Date: June 25th - July …

"Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us," - Hebrews 12:1 Thank you to our committee board and supporters of CEF Ministry that we were able …

Big Idea: Jesus is truly alive! He can save you from your sin! Scripture: Luke 24:13-53; 1 Corinthians 15:3-7 Memory Verse: "Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures, that He was buried, that He was raised on the third day in accordance with the scriptures." 1 Corinthians 15:3b-4 …

Big Idea: Believe on the Lord Jesus to save you. Scripture: Acts 2:1-41 Memory Verse: “For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received: that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day in accordance with the …

Big Idea: Jesus' death and resurrection mean that you can be forgiven of your sin if you believe in Him. Scripture: Matthew 28; Luke 24; Acts 1:1-14 Memory Verse: “For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received: that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures, …

Big Idea: Jesus can help you obey God when you are tempted. Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11; Luke 4:1-13; Romans 5; Hebrews 2; 4 Memory Verse: “For because he himself has suffered when tempted, he is able to help those who are being tempted.” -Hebrews 2:18 ESV Word Up!: Jesus wins! Series 3 Lesson 5 …

Big Idea: Only Jesus can save you. Scripture: Matthew 3:1-6, 13-17; Luke 1:5-24, 39-45, 57-65; John 1:26-29; Luke 3:1-22 Memory Verse: “for it is God who works in you, both to will and to work for his good pleasure.” -Philippians 2:13 ESV Word Up!: Only Jesus saves! This week’s lesson introduces …

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Big Idea: Follow Jesus’ example of obedience. Scripture: Luke 2:40-52 Memory Verse: “for it is God who works in you, both to will and to work for his good pleasure.” -Philippians 2:13 ESV Word Up!: Obey God! In today’s Bible lesson, we get a glimpse into the boyhood of Jesus when he was 12 years …

Big Idea: Worship the Lord Jesus as your King. Scripture:Matthew 2:1-23; Luke 2:39-40 Memory Verse: “For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.” -Luke 2:11 ESV Word Up!: Jesus is King! This week’s lesson was a Biblical and historical account of the wise men …

Big Idea: Jesus is the Savior God promised to send. Scripture: Matthew 1:19-25; Luke 1:26-38; Luke 2:1-20 Memory Verse: “For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.” -Luke 2:11 ESV Word Up!: God keeps His promises! In this lesson, we see God‘s faithfulness …

This content is sourced from cefonline.com #TeachKidsArticles. Original Author: Lydia Kaiser Listen to more content like this on the CEF Teach Kids podcast through your favorite podcast platform.  #TeachKids #KidsMin For some people, it’s hard enough to get back to church in person let alone go to …

1 My brethren, do not hold the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory, with partiality. 2 For if there should come into your assembly a man with gold rings, in fine apparel, and there should also come in a poor man in filthy clothes, 3 and you pay attention to the one wearing the fine …

Lesson 6: Jacob and Esau Are Reunited Big Idea: God wants to make you more like Jesus. Scripture: Genesis 29:1-30; 31:3, 17-18; 32:3-32; 33:1-4, 18-20; 35:1, 9-15, 27-29 Memory Verse: “So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.” - 1 Corinthians 10:31 ESV Teaching …

Lesson 5: God Changes Jacob Big Idea: Jesus can change you from the inside out. Scripture: Genesis 25:19-34; 27:1-28:5, 10-22 Memory Verse: “But to all who did receive him, who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God.” -John 1:12 ESV Word Up!: Jesus can change me! Teaching …

Dear CEFSGV Friends and Family, Happy Spring 2022! You may have seen fireworks that lit up the sky in commemoration of the new year! How amazing is our Creator God to speak of “lights” and it came to be in the very beginning. The Bible says in Genesis 1:3, "Let there be light"; and there was light. …

Big Idea: God has provided a Savior for you. Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14; Hebrews 11:17-19 Memory Verse: “But to all who did receive him, who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God.” -John 1:12 ESV Word Up!: God provided the Savior! Teaching Objective: The unsaved child …

Big Idea: Depend on your faithful God to keep His promises! Scripture: Genesis 12:2; 15:1-6; 17:1-7, 15-19; 18:1-15; 21:1-7; Romans 4:3 Memory Verse: “He who calls you is faithful; he will surely do it.” -1 Thessalonians 5:24 ESV Word Up!: God is faithful! Aren’t you thankful that God is faithful? …

This content is sourced from cefonline.com #TeachKidsArticles. Original Author: Lydia Kaiser Listen to more content like this on the CEF Teach Kids podcast through your favorite podcast platform.  #TeachKids #KidsMin Even though COVID restrictions have lifted, some people are having a hard time …

Big Idea: Faith is trusting in Jesus alone to be saved. Scripture: Genesis 12:1-9; Romans 4:3, 11-21 Memory Verse: “So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.” -1 Corinthians 10:31 ESV Word Up!: Trust in Jesus alone! Living by faith—that isn’t as easy as it …

YTD Stats (Sept-Nov 2021) Gospel reached to 676 children (112 professions of faith) Spring Super Seminar Date: Saturday, January 22, 2021 Time: 9:30AM - 4:00PM Start raise your expectations today! Challenge God on His promises! Be bold and claim them! Children in Stanton Elementary School Good News …

22 But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves. 23 For if anyone is a hearer of the word and not a doer, he is like a manobserving his natural face in a mirror; 24 for he observes himself, goes away, and immediately forgets what kind of man he was. 25 But he who looks into …

13 Let no one say when he is tempted, “I am tempted by God”; for God cannot be tempted by evil, nor does He Himself tempt anyone. 14 But each one is tempted when he is drawn away by his own desires and enticed. 15 Then, when desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is …

By QuaranTunes GENESIS, The beginning of days EXODUS, God’s people were slaves He gave them His law in LEVITICUS In NUMBERS they wandered in the wilderness DEUTERONOMY, blessings or curse Five books of Moses are the first They’re called the Law, now let’s see The 12 books of Israel’s history JOSHUA …

Dear San Gabriel Valley Friends and Family, As Thanksgiving Holiday approaches, we look forward to the season of giving thanks and count the myriad of ways in which God blesses us. In today's self-indulgent culture, indifference and lack of appreciation is very common. But as Christians, we are …

Submitted by Pam Burton Psalm 113 is part of a collection of Psalms in what is known as the Hallel (from which we get the word Hallelujah) that the Israelites sang during various yearly festivals. Psalm 113 proclaims that God is worthy of our worship. Although He is enthroned in the highest place, …

Psalm 34:19 “Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the Lord delivers him out of them all. 2 Corinthians 4:8-9 “ We are hard-pressed on every side, yet not crushed;  we are perplexed, but not in despair;  persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed—" 1 Peter 4:12 “Beloved, …

Big Idea: Live your life to bring glory to God. Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9 Memory Verse: "So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.” - 1 Corinthians 10:31 ESV Word Up!: Give glory to God! “Where do all of the different languages come from?” Many children will not …

Big Idea: God, who is just, can save you from sin. Children will learn that God, who is just, can save them from sin. God had to punish sin. The evil of fallen mankind that was seen in Cain’s murder of Abel was only the beginning of man’s depravity. The people on Earth had become so violent the …

Submitted by Pam Burton, Good News Club Teacher @ TCUSD Sourced from VENTURE magazine. Copyright ©️ 1977 by Christian Service Brigade. 1. The Bible, God's Word, was originally written on the scrolls in the Hebrew language (the language spoken by the Israelites during the Old Testament times). 2. To …

Submitted by Pam Burton Do you know why you were given the name you have? Was it to honor a special relative, or was it given because of the season in which you were born, or was it because your parents simply liked the meaning of your name? Whatever the reason, your name is very important! In …

Big Idea: Faith is the only way to come to God. Our world is broken. People go their own way all the time, leading to acts of evil around the globe. The brokenness that entered the world with the sin of Adam and Eve is exemplified in Cain’s murder of his brother. Today’s Evangelistic Narrative …

#OctoberNewsletter Dear CEF® San Gabriel Valley Family and Friends, Job 35:10 "... God my Maker, who gives songs in the night." We praise God for His sovereignty and faithfulness! Despite all the challenges, our chapter is continuously blessed to stay on mission. Because our chapter office is under …

Big Idea: Believe on Jesus to save you from sin. Why do bad things happen? Why do people get sick and die? These are very real questions that the children you teach may be wondering. The story of Adam and Eve in this Evangelistic Narrative Bible lesson supplies the answer to these questions. …

Big Idea: You can know God the Creator King. Children are bombarded with the theory of evolution and many cultural influences that say, “There is no God!” This Evangelistic Doctrinal Bible lesson on Creation is critical for today’s children. They can know that not only is there a God, but He is the …

Submitted By Pam Burton How many of us have stood at the ocean water’s edge and felt the wet sand pull from beneath our feet? There’s a geological term for this called liquefaction. If we so choose, our feet can stand upon the Sure Foundation that will not give way which is Jesus Christ the Rock of …

Lesson 1 The King Has Spoken! Big Idea: The Bible is God’s true message to you. Today’s children are growing up in a secular culture that is increasingly intolerant of biblical Christianity. Many children don’t know who the one true God is, let alone what the Bible is and why they should trust it. …

Big Idea: You can remember to say thank you to God! Even with all the hard things that can happen in the lives of the children today, they still have much to be thankful for! This lesson helps point children to the eternal things they can thank God for -- things that will neer change no matter the …

In alphabetical order with Old Testament and New Testament verses. Who is God to you? The Bible tells us He is God Almighty, the Creator, the Everlasting God, the God who sees you, and so much more! The Lord already knows everything about you (see you Psalm 139) and He wants you to know Him …

#September Newsletter Dear CEF® San Gabriel Valley Family and Friends, Proverbs 22:6 "Start children off on the way they should go, ... and even when they are old they will not turn from it." During this time of uncertainty, we can be assured that God loves us, wants us to know Him, and has a plan …

By Pam Burton John 14:6 Jesus said to him, “I am the WAY, and the truth, and the life, no one comes to the Father, but through Me.” Have you ever been lost on the road despite your best efforts with Google maps or had your vision on the road obscured and can’t see the road ahead? Seven hundred …

By Pam Burton In the Bible we learn that the Lord has many names for Himself that reveal His character. One of the names of the Lord is Jehovah-Nissi which means “the Lord our Banner”. We can find the reference for this in Exodus 17:15 “and Moses built an altar, and named it the Lord is My Banner”. …

What does a heart make you think of? When you see a heart you might think of love or nice things. When the Bible talks about the heart it's talking about the part of you that thinks, feels, and makes decisions. Help kids learn more of what the Bible says about the heart in this video! "And I will …

By Pam Burton “Surely I have composed and quieted my soul” In the evenings before drifting off to sleep as a child, I fondly remember the calming coos of the mourning doves in the palm trees outside my window. This memory was brought back to mind recently when I heard that same soothing cooing, and …

#August Newsletter Dear CEF® San Gabriel Valley Family and Friends, It is truly wonderful to witness how God uses the young people in this year's  Christian Youth In Action ( CYIA) Summer Ministry . He has moved the hearts of many church partners and CEF friends who generously opened up their …

Submitted by Pam Burton Some would gather money Along the path of life; Some would gather roses And rest from earthly strife; But I would gather children From among the thorns of sin; I would seek a childish curl And a freckled, toothless grin. For money cannot enter Into the land of endless day, …

Submitted By Pam Burton Proverbs 16:24 “Pleasant words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.” Words are powerful! Our words can harm or build up. God spoke the world into existence by His very word. Words have the power to wound or bring healing (Proverbs 12:18). There is …

#JulyNewsletter#IndependenceDay CEF San Gabriel Valley Chapter Office Cleaning / Work Day Date: Saturday, July 10, 2021 Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM PDT Location: 4054 E. Live Oak Avenue, Arcadia, CA 91006 Contact: John Burton Super Seminar Workshop Date: Saturday, July 17, 2021 From 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM …

Submitted By Pam Burton Matthew 5:14 You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. Genesis 13:5-8 Now Lot, who went with Abram, also had flocks and herds and tents.  And the land could not sustain them while dwelling together; for their possessions were so great that they …

Big Idea Because of God’s grace, He offers forgiveness through the Savior. God’s grace is astounding! This lesson highlights the amazing grace of God that offers forgiveness to all. Grace is God’s undeserved love and kindness— not getting what we deserve, but receiving what we don’t deserve. …

Big Idea God has promised to always be with you. We can trust God because He knows everything! This truth is clearly shown in the way God worked in Joseph’s life. This Bible lesson shows Joseph going from prisoner to royalty just about as quickly as he went from favored son to slave. Through all …

#CEFSanGabrielValley#JuneNewsletter By Linda Ghabriel What a thought! As we read about Jesus in the gospels, we are seeing the Father. John 1:14 tells us that He is full of grace and truth.  John 3:16 reveals to us God’s love, love so great that He gave us His only Son, not to condemn us but to …

By Pam Burton I have had the verse Proverbs  27:23 on my heart for awhile. About seven years ago I visited our son who lived in Montana at the time and he was friends with some ranchers that he knew from church. I had visited one of the families. The dad along with his wife and children (they had …

Big Idea God can help you say no to temptation. There are many things in our world today to distract and discourage a child who believes on Jesus. God’s enemy, Satan, is alive and will bring things into the saved child’s life to tempt him and draw him away from God. Today’s growth narrative lesson …

Big Idea Our sovereign God knows what He is doing and He is always in control. That’s the theme of today’s teaching—God is in control. This growth narrative Bible lesson illustrates God’s sovereignty through the life of Joseph. Joseph went from being his father’s favorite to being a slave bound for …

Big Idea God is always at work to keep His promises This week's growth narrative Bible lesson introduces God's promises to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. Each of these families had their problems. Jacob had multiple wives, which caused envy and dissension in his home. But even through this, God kept …