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Lesson

Bible Story

Object Lesson
#1 God's Nature is Expressed in Creation A flashlight, a mirror, and a bowl of water help to remind us that God created light and colors this week as we study Creation.
#2 God Gave Man Responsibility Water balloons, eggs, or macaroni help teach us to be responsible as we learn with Adam about God giving us work to do.
#3 Adam and Eve A foil covered “robot” given free will to obey or disobey shows us along with Adam and Eve why it is important to obey the Lord.
#4 The Fall A 2 liter bottle and a $20 dollar bill help make an Adam and Eve trap as we learn to beware of temptation and learn about consequences this week with Adam and Eve.
#5 Cain and Abel Burnt cookies or measly scoops of ice cream teach us along with Cain and Abel not to give God our leftovers.
#6 Noah Builds an Ark Pillows, couch cushions, and stuffed animals take us on a trip as we learn with Noah about salvation through God’s grace.
#7 The Flood, Noah, and His Sons A big box and Noah's Rainbow Jello teach us along with Noah about new life and God’s promises.
#8 The Tower of Babel Ready to eat pudding with our hands tied shows us along with the Tower of Babel our need to depend upon God.
#9 Abram Called, Abram and Lot A path with goodies to lead astray teaches us along with Abram and Lot to keep our eyes on God’s path.
#10 The Covenant with Abraham Tapeworms and Noodle Kugel teach us along with Abraham to have faith in God.
#11 Ishmael and Isaac Index cards and take out the trash instructions going amiss teach us with Abraham, Sarah, Hagar, Ishmael, and Isaac to wait on God’s plan.
#12 Sodom and Gomorrah Soda Pop and Mentos candy give off an explosion to teach us with Abraham and Lot that friendship with the world is dangerous as they saw Sodom and Gomorrah destroyed.
#13 The Sacrifice of Isaac Pennies and ketchup teach us along with Abraham and Isaac that God blesses obedience.
#14 Rebekah, Isaac's Bride Paper dolls, a paper clip, and a magnet show us along with Eliezer searching for Rebekah that God will lead us to His plan if we seek Him.
#15 Jacob and Esau A family game helps us to learn along with Jacob and Esau that cheating hurts others.
#16 Jacob's Ladder; Leah and Rachel A box of crayons helps us learn with Jacob, Rachel, and Leah, that God is always with us and He knows everything.
#17 Jacob Becomes Israel Broken crayons and old tin cans instruct us along with Jacob how God can transform our lives into something beautiful for His glory.
#18 Joseph, the Favorite Son Labeled body parts with instructions teach us with Joseph how God has a plan for each of our lives that work together for His glory.
#19 Joseph Goes to Egypt A blindfold and obstacle course teach us along with Joseph to listen only to the voice of God in our times of testing.
#20 Joseph Interprets the Dreams A gift of a blender and ingredients make Orange Delicious to teach us along with Joseph that God gives gifts for His glory.
#21 Joseph's Brothers A cardstock box and fruit shaped candies instruct us with Joseph's family that repentance bears fruit and forgiveness brings restoration.
#22 Israel in Egypt What is in a name? This week find the meaning of your name and a verse to theme it as we learn to follow God’s lead with Jacob and Joseph.
#23 Israelites are Slaves, Moses is Born An obstacle challenge proves to us that we must trust God as we learn with Moses that God will make a way.
#24 Moses Flees and Returns to Egypt Excuse notes help us learn with Moses that God gives grace in our weakness.
#25 Let My People Go Root beer floats and saltwater emphasize obedience to God, as we learn about Moses telling Pharaoh to let God's people go.
#26 The First Passover; Israel Delivered Some homemade playdough and a rolling pin teach us this week with the Israelites about the first Passover.
#27 Crossing the Red Sea Some blue food coloring, a straw, some salt, and oil remind us how the Israelites crossed through the Red Sea.
#28 Manna and Water From the Rock A dehydrated dinner and some Manna Cake give us insight to the wanderings of the Israelites.
#29 Mt Sinai and the Ten Commandments Rice, sand, and a sieve demonstrate along with Moses why we need to be set apart to God.
#30 Moses and the Tabernacle Chocolate shakes made in a blender, along with Moses, help us to understand that God is a God of order and details.
#31 The Golden Calf A bar graph chart helps teach us along with Aaron and the Israelites not to have any other idols, but to worship God only.
#32 Twelve Spies, 40 Years of Wandering Trapezoid “giant” becomes smaller when we learn to trust in God with Joshua and Caleb.
#33 Aaron's Rod A black heart turns red to show us with Aaron and the Israelites not to grumble against God.
#34 Moses Strikes the Rock Twice Balloons, filled with water or air, teach us along with Moses and Aaron that we should not sin when we are angry.
#35 The Bronze Fiery Serpent Salt, pepper, and a plastic spoon teach us with Israel through the fiery serpents how desperately we need forgiveness.
#36 Balaam and His Donkey Toilet paper rolls, paper towel tubes, and wax paper teach us with Balaam and his donkey that God speaks in different ways to get our attention.
#37 Joshua and Rahab Red and black yarn along with piñatas and goodies teach us about the scarlet thread of redemption along with Joshua and Rahab.
#38 Crossing the Jordan; Victory at Jericho Ping pong balls, a pitcher of water, and cups teach us along with the children of Israel and Joshua that complete obedience brings victory.
#39 The Sin of Achan Lemon juice, paint brushes, paper, and a light bulb or candle teach us along with Achan that our sins will find us out.
#40 The Sun Stands Still Eye droppers and blue food coloring show us along with Joshua that just as the sun stood still, so will God work on our behalf if we believe.
#41 Gideon's Fleece Paper towels, black markers and cups of water show us how Gideon sought signs to obey God’s Word.
#42 Gideon and His Army Paper towel tube, sand or salt, a wooden dowel, and tissue paper teach us along with Gideon that God is our strength.
#43 Samson Screwdriver, plywood, and screws teach us along with Samson that God’s Spirit gives us incredible strength.
#44 Samson and Delilah A geode and polished stone teach us along with Samson and Delilah what to look for in a true friend.
#45 Ruth, Naomi, and Boaz A game of Follow the Leader, some rainbow sherbet and lemon-lime soda pop teach us along with Ruth, Naomi, and Boaz to trust and obey.
#46 Hannah An apple and an apple seed teach us with Hannah that we can never out give God!
#116 The Resurrection Crescent rolls, marshmallows, butter, and cinnamon-sugar relate to us that indeed Jesus Christ has risen! 
NT#1 Zacharias and Elizabeth An egg and vinegar prove to us that nothing is too hard for God!
NT#2 Mary's Visitation An egg and a bottle illustrate God can accomplish great things!
NT#3 John the Baptist is Born Bees show us the God has a purpose for everything He creates.
NT#4 Jesus the Messiah is Born Colored pencils teach us about humility so that we may be more like Jesus.