Every Sunday morning at 9:00 am
Sundsy Scool is on break for the summer and will return in September
Every Sunday morning our Sunday School classes provide biblical instruction for all ages. From infant to adult, the Bible comes alive through stories, activities and in-depth Bible study.
For the kids we have:
Nursery,
Combined Pre-K/1st Grade class,
Combined 2nd-5th Grade class, and
Combined Middle School/High School class.
There are also two adult Sunday School classes offered.
All Sunday School classes begin at 9:00 am and we'd love for you to join us on Sunday mornings.
In God We Trust
Read Psalm 56:3-4 Psalm 56:11
Next time you hold a few U.S. coins in your hand, look closely at them. What do you see? Do you see the image of a U.S. President or important leader? Do you see the date the coin was made? Do you see some words?
There are two sets of words (phrases) on each coin. One says, “E pluribus unum.” This is Latin for the phrase “from many, one.” Our country’s foundering fathers put this on our coins because it was our country’s first motto. Our country was made from many colonies that joined together to make one nation. Many clubs have mottos to show what they believe or what they do. Does your school have a motto?
Our country was split apart by the Civil War. The war was painful and divided not just states but families and friends. The northern states fought against the southern states for four years. There were 620,000 men that died from battle wounds or sickness. Suddenly the motto “from many, one” did not seem quite right.
People began to think that a new motto was needed. People needed hope and reassurance that God was with them. They needed to be reminded that God protects His children in difficult times. Christians suggested the words “In God we trust.”
By 1908 the words “In God We Trust” were added to some coins. In 1956, when I was in third grade, President Eisenhower signed a law making it our country’s motto and putting it on all money, both coins and paper bills.
When you look at U.S. money, look for the words “In God We Trust.” Let it remind you of two things. First, you can always trust God to be with you, in good times and in bad times. Second, you can trust that God has a plan for you and will guide you through this plan. Remember our God is great! Remember our God is good! Aren’t you glad you are one of His children!
Think about these verses – Proverbs 3:5-6
"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 your paths straight." (NIV)
Close in Prayer
Dear Heavenly Father, thank you for being with me and guiding me. Thank you for having a plan for my life. Help me trust You, in both good and hard times. Remind me that You are always with me. Amen.
Remember
Read Joshua 4:4-9
Do you have a special way of remembering important events? Do you circle your birthday in red on the kitchen calendar? Have you ever watched fireworks on the 4th of July? Maybe you have toured a battlefield and taken pictures of the monuments. It is good to remember. It is especially good to remember what God has done for you.
In the Bible there are many times that God instructs His people to remember. God wanted the Israelites to remember crossing the Jordan and He told them to build a monument with stones from the river. The Israelites were instructed to put tassels on their clothing to remind them of God’s commandments. Jesus commanded Christians to eat bread and drink wine to help them remember His death on the cross. Again and again God tells us to remember His love and power, and to think about His blessings.
Does your life get busy? It is easy to forget special occasions. Sometimes people are so busy thinking about what is going on now, that they forget about what has happened in the past. God does not want you to let this happen. Just as your mom makes a birthday cake for you, you will make one for your son or daughter. Just as you sit in the park with your dad watching fireworks, you will sit with your own children and celebrate Independence Day. You will revisit many places with your own family that you first toured as a child. You will talk about these places and remember them with your children, just as your parents did with you.
It will be important for you to talk to your children about God someday. He wants you to remind them of what He has done for all His children. He wants you to tell them about Jesus. Get ready now! Ask questions yourself. Ask why we celebrate as we do in the church. Ask about things you may see but not understand. You will discover that there are many reminders in Christian traditions. Use these reminders to share God’s love.
Think about this verse – Psalms 105:5
"Remember the wonders he has done, his miracles, and the judgments he pronounced." (NIV)
Close in prayer
Dear Heavenly Father, thank you for placing reminders of Your love and power around me. Keep my eyes and heart open so I may see them each day. Help me remember what You have done for me. Prepare me to pass them on to my children. Amen.
The Armor of God
Read Ephesians 6:14-17
Have you ever read a story or watched a movie about a knight in armor? The stories are always full of adventure, bravery, and battle.
Have you ever looked closely at all the equipment a knight needed to wear? Each piece was important for his protection and was put on with care. First, he put on a suit of chain mail, a sort of reinforced heavy underwear. Then on top of this he wore a breastplate that covered his chest and his back, adding another layer of protection. He next tightened his belt and made sure that it securely held his shirt and breastplate in place. He put on special armored shoes to protect his feet because even an injured foot could keep him from standing and fighting. When his body was protected, he would cover his head with a protective helmet that had a sliding face mask. After his body was protected and ready for battle, he would pick up his shield and sword. He could use this shield to knock away enemy arrows that might come flying toward him. He could use his sword to injure the enemy.
In his letter to the Ephesians Paul tells us that God has given us armor and wants us to put it on each day. Paul reminds us that the devil is ready to attack us at any time, but God has given us armor for protection. The truth of God is like a belt that you can fasten tightly to hold God’s armor in place. Righteousness (living by God’s laws) will protect you, like a breastplate. God readies your feet so you will be able to spring into action. Jesus protects you like a helmet and assures you that you have salvation no matter how the fight goes. Your faith will shield you when others attack you and the Holy Spirit will be your sword to help you fight back.
God does not want you to be in the world facing evil and temptations all alone. God has given you armor you can use when the devil attacks. If you have ever been tempted to do what you know is wrong, you know about this battle with the devil. Remember you have God’s armor. Remember it’s available. Put it on!
Think about these verses – Ephesians 6:10-11
"Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes." (New International Version)
Close in prayer
Dear Heavenly Father, I know You will be with me when I face evil and temptation. Thank you for this armor You give me. I know Your armor will strengthen and protect me. Help me remember that I am wearing it always. Amen.
Parts
Read I Corinthians 12:14-20
Paul told the Corinthians that the church was like a body. He compared the church to a human body with different parts. Eyes, ears, fingers, mouth, feet, and (fill in this blank) are all necessary. Can you imagine living well without one of these parts?
Every person in our church family is different and they have a special part to play. Think about the people you see on Sunday morning. Look in the balcony for the technicians who manage our sound system and broadcast our services into the community. Think of the pastor and church leaders who lead the congregation. Listen to the beautiful music provided by singers and musicians each week. Thank the people that unlock the doors for us and keep our church clean.
Think about other members you know. Some enjoy visiting and talking with our seniors. Others encourage children and young people. Missionaries travel around the world telling others about Jesus. Some people reach out to neighbors in our own community. Gardeners beautify our church, bakers supply meals and desserts, drivers help with transportation. There are many more things that get done by members of our church family. Can you think of other jobs we do to keep our church family running smoothly?
Every member is important. No matter what you do, you are a necessary part of the church. God has given you the abilities that your church family needs. Every job, no matter the size, is important. There are no little jobs. Think what just a smile can do. When we use our abilities to work together, we can do awesome things!
Think about this verse – I Corinthians 12:27
"Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of it." (NIV)
Close in prayer
Dear Heavenly Father, thank you for planning my church family. I know I am an important part of this family. Show me ways to use my talents as my church family follows You and works together. Amen.
Ruth – A Woman of Noble Character
Read Ruth 1:14-16
The Bible tells us about many great heroes and heroines. God uses these people to provide role models for us. They teach us how God wants us to behave. These people show us that our actions demonstrate our faith and character. One of these heroines was a woman named Ruth from the land of Moab and the book of Ruth is about her.
There was a man named Elimelech, who was from Bethlehem in Judah. He took his wife, Naomi, and his two sons and fled to Moab because there was a famine in their homeland. Moab was a country east of the nation of Judah. During the time they lived in Moab, Elimelech died. Naomi's two sons married Moabite women. One was named Ruth and the other was named Orpah. After some years, both of Naomi's sons died too. Ruth, her sister-in-law, Orpah, and her mother-in-law, Naomi, were the only survivors.
When Naomi heard that there was food in Judah again, she decided to go back to Bethlehem. She told Ruth and Orpah they should return to their own families in Moab.
Ruth refused to leave Naomi and returned to Bethlehem with her. She knew her mother-in-law was older and would need help to survive. Every day Ruth set out to find food and worked in the fields gathering the grain that the harvesters might have overlooked or dropped. People in Bethlehem saw the kindness that Ruth showed Naomi. They saw that she was faithful in helping the older woman. Quickly, Ruth developed a good reputation.
Boaz, who owned the land where Ruth was working, also noticed her noble character. He soon married Ruth. The town elders recognized that this was a good match and blessed the couple. God also blessed them richly. The Bible tells us that Ruth and Boaz were the great-grandparents of King David and ancestors of Jesus.
Ruth shows us that good character is important. Ruth was loyal and compassionate to Naomi. She was respectful when she met Boaz. People in the town knew of her kindness and responsibility. As you read the book of Ruth, you will find even more examples of her good character. God makes sure we know about Ruth by including her story in the Bible. He wants us to understand how He can use people of noble character in His plan. Are you building your character? A good reputation is important. God has work for you too!
Think about this verse – Ruth 3:11b
"All the people of my town know that you are a woman of noble character." (NIV)
Close in prayer
Dear Heavenly Father, thank you for giving me Ruth as an example of good character. Help me to be loyal, kind, and respectful. Help me to show Your love to others through compassion. Amen.
Respect
Read Matthew 22:11-14
Do you remember Jesus telling a parable of a wedding banquet? In it a king gave a great feast for his son’s wedding. At the end of the lesson the king did something totally unexpected. When he saw that one guest was not wearing wedding clothes, he became angry. So angry that he had his servants tie up the guest and throw him out of the party. Was that harsh? Why did Jesus want us to know this? To understand what happened here, you need to know a little about banquet manners of the day.
The father of the groom oversaw all details of the wedding. Not only did he have to plan the wedding and the banquet, but he also had to buy and provide clothes for everyone to wear during the celebration.
It was customary to give each guest a garment to wear to the wedding when they arrived. Guests put on these garments right away. Then they joined in the celebration and feasting in their new wedding clothes. This was done to provide everyone with a special garment that was just right for the event. No one was dressed poorly because they could not afford the right kind of clothes. No one wore clothes that were dirty from work or travelling. Rich and poor were dressed alike.
Any guest who refused to wear these garments insulted their host. The king had planned and paid for the feast. Guests had accepted the invitation and come. Now they just had to put on the new clothes given to them and enjoy the fun. Not wearing the clothes given to them was rude and disrespectful. No wonder the king was angry.
Today it is still important to show respect. You show respect to others by what you say and do every day. Look people in the eye when you talk to them. Say thank you. Listen to directions. Be patient. Encourage others. Do not make excuses. Don’t these things sound just like good old manners? How are your manners? Jesus wants you to pay attention to them. Jesus wants you show respect.
Think about this verse – I Peter 2:17
"Respect everyone, and love the family of believers. Fear God, and respect the king." (New Living Translation)
Close in prayer
Dear Heavenly Father, I am glad that I am a part of Your family. Help me be respectful with my family, my friends, and others that I will meet. I want my manners to show everyone the respect that You teach. Amen.