Lesson Overview

The Lesson Overview is basically an outline . . . Think of it as the "nuts and bolts" of each lesson.

Biblical Passage While other passages often find their way into a lesson, the biblical passage is the main focus.

Supporting Scripture The supporting scripture often provides context to, gives additional insight to, or reiterates the message of the biblical passage in additional places of Scripture.

Memory Verse The memory verse is a key verse that illustrates the biblical truth of the lesson. It usually originates from the biblical passage but may be from an additional passage.

Biblical Truth The biblical truth is the central foundation of the lesson. It comes directly from the biblical passage and drives the formation of learning goals.

Context The context section gives the context of the current lesson in regards to its surrounding lessons. It may also provide a glimpse of the historical or literary context of the biblical passage.

Learning Goals The learning goals help teachers understand what the lesson seeks to accomplish. The first learning goal is the driving purpose of the Explore section of the teaching plan and is concerned with biblical knowledge. The second learning goal pertains is the Transform section and is concerned with life application.

Prayer Suggestions The prayer suggestions provide specific ideas for the teacher to pray during the week for his or her students. These ideas are based on the goals and truths of the lesson.

Biblical Passage

Genesis 1:1-5; Acts 17:22-28

Supporting Passages

Job 38:1-41; Psalm 8:3-9; 33:6-9,18-22; Revelation 1:4-8; 4:9-11

Memory Verse

Romans 1:20

Biblical Truth

God existed before anything else and needs nothing.

Context

As we begin this eighteen-week study on the Trinity, the first six lessons will be focused on gaining understanding of God the Father. Since the beginning of time, mankind has attempted to understand God and His divine nature. Throughout Scripture, God progressively reveals His divine nature to us. In this six-week study, we will focus on ten attributes or characteristics of His nature: He is self-existent and self-sufficient; He is infinite; He is holy and sovereign; He is immutable and perfect; He is just and merciful; and He is love. It is impossible to fully understand the nature of God in a lifetime, much less in the time it takes to complete one study. However, this study will give your learners the opportunity to explore the divine nature of the One who created them, and the One they worship and serve.

Learning Goals
  • Students will examine Genesis 1:1-5 and Acts 17:22-28 to discover that God has always existed and needs nothing.
  • Students will identify their struggles with comprehending the nature of God.
Prayer Suggestions

As you prepare to teach, pray for your students.

  • Pray for your students individually and ask God to help you be sensitive to their individual questions and concerns throughout this study.
  • Pray that students will open to delving into the nature of God.
  • Pray that students will be willing to share their questions and doubts about the nature of God.

Acknowledgments