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Your Kids Get Complete Bible Coverage!
Gospel Light takes children through the Bible four times by the time they complete Grade 6. That's why all our teaching resources are solidly based on God's Word. Take a closer look at the scope and sequence of our curriculum for Early Childhood through Grade 6.
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Gospel Light Sunday School Curriculum
NURSERY/BABIES & TODDLERS, Birth to Age 3
SEASON COURSE
TITLE		 BIBLE PASSAGES BIBLE STORIES CORE WORLDVIEW QUESTIONS
One-year
recyclable course
with two years of parent pages		 Baby Beginnings Genesis 1;1 Samuel 18; Psalm 95;
Matthew 6; Mark 10; Luke 2,19;
John 13,21;2 Timothy 1:5		 Creation, David, Jesus, Zacchaeus, Timothy How does God show His love for me?

BIBLE KNOWLEDGE AND LIFE RESPONSE

  • To help the child begin to associate God and Jesus with loving people and enjoyable activities; to develop an awareness of the name of Jesus and associate Him with being loved; to feel secure and loved at church by having physical and emotional needs met by caring adults.
  • To assists parents in guiding their child's spiritual development.
EARLY CHILDHOOD, 2s & 3s
SEASON COURSE
TITLE		 BIBLE PASSAGES BIBLE STORIES CORE WORLDVIEW QUESTIONS

2008-2009
Year B

  
   
Fall Thank You, God
 Genesis Creation, Noah, Abraham, Isaac How does God show His love for all creation?
Winter Jesus Is God’s Son Matthew, Mark, Luke, John Jesus’ birth, boyhood, baptism; John the Baptist; Jesus’ teachings What does Jesus teach us about God’s love?
Spring I Learn from Jesus Matthew, Mark, Luke, John, Acts Jesus’ teachings, miracles, death, resurrection;
Early Church; Paul		 What is the good news about Jesus?
Summer God Cares for Me

 Genesis, 1, 2, Kings, Joshua, Judges,
2 Chronicles, Esther		 Joseph, Elijah, Elisha, Joshua, Deborah, Joash, Esther What does the Bible teach us about God
that helps us trust Him?

2009-2010
Year A
     
Fall I Learn about God's Love Exodus, 1, 2 Samuel Moses, Hannah, Samuel, David How does God show His love and help us show love to others?
Winter Jesus Loves Me Matthew, Luke, John Jesus' birth, teachings, miracles, parables What does Jesus show us about God’s love?
Spring Jesus Is Alive! Matthew, Luke, John, Acts Jesus' resurrection, miracles, Early Church, Peter, Paul What are ways we show we are glad for
Jesus’ love?
Summer I Learn to Love God and Others Selected Old Testament passages Jacob and Esau, Daniel, Ruth, Jonah, Josiah, Jeremiah, Nehemiah What are ways we can show love to God and others?
EARLY CHILDHOOD, 4s & 5s (Through Kindergarten)
SEASON COURSE
TITLE		 BIBLE PASSAGES BIBLE STORIES CORE WORLDVIEW QUESTIONS
2008-2009 Year B
        
Fall I Can Thank God Genesis Creation, Noah, Abraham and Isaac What is God’s loving plan for the world and
for us?
Winter Learning from Jesus Matthew, Mark, Luke, John Jesus' birth, childhood, baptism; John the Baptist; Jesus' teachings What do we learn about what God is like from Jesus' actions and words?
Spring Jesus Is Alive Matthew, Luke, John, Acts Jesus' teachings, miracles, death, resurrection, Early Church, Paul What is the good news about Jesus and the
way He showed His love for us?
Summer God Is with Me Genesis; 1, 2 Kings; Joshua;
Judges; 2 Chronicles; Esther		 Joseph, Elijah, Elisha, Joshua, Deborah, Joash, Esther What does the Bible teach us about God
that helps us trust Him?
2009-2010
Year A
        
Fall Learning about God's Love Exodus, 1 & 2 Samuel Moses, Hannah, Samuel, David How does God show love to His people and
help them show His love?
Winter Jesus Loves Me and Helps Me Matthew, Mark, Luke, John Jesus' birth, teachings, miracles, parables What can we learn from Jesus about God’s love and kindness?
Spring I'm Glad Jesus Is Alive Matthew, Luke, John, Acts Jesus' resurrection, Early Church, Peter, Paul What are ways we show we are glad for
Jesus’ love?
Summer Loving God and Others Selected Old Testament Passages Jacob and Esau, Daniel, Ruth, Jonah, Josiah, Jeremiah, Nehemiah What are ways I can show love to God and
others?
BIBLE SKILLS BIBLE KNOWLEDGE AND LIFE RESPONSE

By the time a child has completed Gospel Light's Early Childhood curriculum, he or she should be able to:

  • Tell that the stories in the Bible are true.
  • Tell that the Bible is God's news to us.
  • Recognize by sight Bible words such as "Jesus" and "God."
  • Listen with understanding to Bible stories and verses.
  • Tell that God gave the Bible to help us learn about His love and His plan to send His son, Jesus.
  • Name everyday actions that show obedience to Bible verses.
  • State in his or her own words Bible truths about ways to love and obey God.
To help the child:
  • Know that God loves and cares for us; that God sent Jesus to show His love for us; that God's Word helps us learn about the greatness and goodness of God and the Lord Jesus.
  • Respond by demonstrating love for God through kindness, helpfulness and thankfulness; by talking to God in prayer.
CHILDREN—PRIMARY, Grades 1 & 2, Ages 6-8
SEASON COURSE
TITLE		 BIBLE PASSAGES BIBLE STORIES CORE WORLDVIEW QUESTIONS
2009-2010 Year B
        
Fall Stories of the
Beginning 		Genesis Creation, Noah, Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Joseph How and why did God create the world?
Winter Stories in the New Land Exodus, Joshua, the Gospels Moses, Joshua, Jesus' birth, Jesus' teachings, resurrection, Early Church How is God’s love and character expressed
in His salvation of Israel and of us?
Spring Stories of New Believers Matthew, Mark, Luke, John, Acts What it means to be a Christian; living what you believe; smart choices How does Jesus’ life and teachings help me
learn about God’s truth and character?
Summer Stories About Serving God Selected Old and New Testament passages   How does knowing God through Jesus
Christ affect my choices every day?
2008-2009
Year A
        
Fall Adventures with the Israelites 1, 2 Samuel; 1 Kings Samuel, David, Solomon What is God’s purpose for my life?
Winter Adventures from Jesus' Life Matthew, Mark, Luke, John Jesus' birth, boyhood, miracles, teachings How does Jesus reveal God’s character?
Spring Adventures from Jesus' Stories Matthew, Mark, Luke, John, Acts Jesus' teachings, parables, resurrection What is God’s plan for me now and after I
die?
Summer Adventures with Bible People Selected Old and New Testament passages What the Bible is all about, prayer, giving How does the Bible teach me to follow
Jesus every day?
BIBLE SKILLS BIBLE KNOWLEDGE AND LIFE RESPONSE
By the time a child has completed Gospel Light's Primary curriculum, he or she should be able to:
  • Locate Bible references by becoming familiar with the placement of major Old and New Testament books.
  • Identify key words and names in Bible verses.
  • Describe actions of main characters in Bible story.
  • Name the first five books of the Old Testament.
  • Name the first four books of the New Testament.
  • Memorize selected Bible verses and recall familiar verses when used in meaningful settings.
 To help the child:
  • Know that God loves and cares for us; that God wants our trust and obedience.
  • Respond by trusting Jesus as Savior; by thanking, serving, trusting and praising God; by believing God's promises and obeying His commands.
CHILDREN—MIDDLER, Grades 3 & 4, Ages 8-10
SEASON COURSE
TITLE		 BIBLE PASSAGES BIBLE STORIES CORE WORLDVIEW QUESTIONS
2008-2009 Year B
        
Fall Created and Called Genesis Adam, Eve, Noah, Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Joseph How does God’s action and character define our purpose?
Winter Stories of Freedom Exodus, Numbers, Micah, Luke, John Moses, Jesus' birth What do God’s actions teach us about His
character?
Spring Love in
Action		 Matthew, Mark, Luke, John John the Baptist; Jesus' teachings, miracles, death and resurrection How does Jesus’ life, death and resurrection reveal our purpose for life here and in eternity?
Summer Walk with Jesus Matthew, Mark, Luke, John Chronological overview of Jesus' life How does understanding Jesus’ character
help us follow Him?
2009-2010
 Year A
        
Fall Amazing
Power 		1, 2 Kings, Esther, Daniel Elijah, Elisha, Daniel, Esther How does knowing about God’s character
help us trust in Him?
Winter Awesome
Love 		Matthew, Mark, Luke, John Jesus' birth, parables, healing miracles What does Christ’s life teach us about God’s
character?
Spring Wonderful News Matthew, Mark, Acts, Philemon Jesus' death, resurrection, Paul How does God’s power make a difference in our lives, our future and the world?
Summer Journey with Joshua Exodus, Numbers, Deuteronomy, Joshua Joshua's adventures in God's Promised Land How do we respond to God’s authority and
power?
BIBLE SKILLS BIBLE KNOWLEDGE AND LIFE RESPONSE
By the time the student has completed Gospel Light's Middler curriculum, he or she should be able to:
  • Name the books of the Bible.
  • Locate Bible references.
  • Use a children's Bible reference book.
  • Identify the basic theme content of all Bible book divisions.
  • Complete the Middler Bible Memory Plan.
 To help the child:
  • Know that God loves and helps us and has a plan for our lives; that God sent His Son, the Lord Jesus, to be our Savior.
  • Respond by trusting Jesus as Savior; by choosing ways to show love for God and obedience to His Word; by telling others about Jesus.
CHILDREN—PRETEEN, Grades 5 & 6, Ages 10-12
SEASON COURSE
TITLE		 BIBLE PASSAGES BIBLE STORIES CORE WORLDVIEW QUESTIONS
2008-2009 Year B
        
Fall Popularity and Success, Rules, Communication Exodus, 1 Samuel, 1 Kings, Psalms, Matthew, Mark, Luke, James God's wisdom brings true success; God's laws help us show love; good communication builds others up With God’s wisdom and love as our basis, how can we obey His laws and live in His love as we relate to others?
Winter The Gift, Integrity, Failure Judges; 1 & 2 Samuel; 2 Kings; Isaiah; Micah; Matthew; Mark; Luke; John; Acts Jesus' birth fulfilled Old Testament prophecies; salvation; living a life of integrity; God's forgiveness gives us a fresh start Because Jesus fulfilled God’s plan, what does His truth teach us about receiving forgiveness and living in integrity?
Spring Hope, Abilities, Prayer Exodus, Judges, 1 Samuel, Nehemiah, Psalms, Isaiah, Matthew, Mark, Luke, John, Romans, Revelation Jesus' death and resurrection; using our abilities to serve God; why prayer is important How does the hope that comes from Jesus Christ lay a foundation for glorifying Him
through prayer and service?
Summer Love, My Future, Sharing My Faith Genesis; 1, 2 Samuel; 1 Kings; Matthew; Mark; John; Acts; 1 John Accepting and caring for others; God's presence reassures us; how to be a witness How does God’s love and acceptance empower
us to demonstrate His love through
accepting others and sharing the good news with them?
2009-2010
Year A
        
Fall Friends and Enemies, Security, Priorities Genesis; Joshua; 1, 2 Samuel; 1, 2 Kings; Esther; Job; Proverbs; Ecclesiastes; Matthew; Luke; Acts How to be good friends; security that comes from God; putting God first How does knowing God, trusting God and putting Him first affect my life among other people?
Winter God's Plan, Family, Salt & Light Genesis, Leviticus, Ruth, 2 Kings, Nehemiah, Daniel, Luke, Romans, Hebrews Jesus the perfect atonement; getting along in a family; making a difference in life What are the plans God has made for our
salvation, for our families and for our world?
Spring Who Jesus Is, Fear, Justice Exodus, Numbers, Joshua, Luke, John, Acts Jesus gives us everything we need; dealing with fear; treating others with justice Based on the revelation of God’s character
through Jesus, how should we then glorify
Him by living justly and confidently?
Summer God's Family, Who God Is, Attitudes Genesis, Exodus, 1 Samuel, 1 Kings, 2 Chronicles, Jeremiah, Mark, Luke, John, Acts, Philemon Treating others with respect; God's characteristics; godly attitudes and actions How is God’s character expressed through His dealings with Israel, His Church and us as individuals?
BIBLE SKILLS BIBLE KNOWLEDGE AND LIFE RESPONSE
By the time the student has completed Gospel Light's Preteen curriculum, he or she should be able to:
  • Implement basic inductive Bible study skills.
  • Find information in a concordance, Bible atlas, Bible dictionary and cross-reference Bible.
  • Identify the basic theme content of selected books of the Bible.
  • Complete the Preteen Bible Memory Plan.
  • Develop personal Bible study skills.
 To help the student:
  • Know that God wants us to trust, love and obey Him; that God can help us grow in Christian maturity.
  • Respond by trusting Jesus as Savior; by serving Jesus in his or her own church; by demonstrating attitudes and actions that reflect love for Jesus.
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