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 Passages

Ephesians 1:18-23

Supporting Passages

Psalm 8:6; Colossians 1:16; 1 Corinthians 15:27

Memory Verse

Ephesians 1:18-19a

Biblical Truth

True hope is found in being called the prized possession of an all-powerful God.

Context

Whether admitting it or not, deep down, everyone knows that something is broken and missing in the world. No amount of possessions, comforts, experiences, education, or even religious activity will ever provide meaning and satisfaction. Rooted will help teenagers discover the eternal riches found only in an unshakeable relationship with Jesus Christ. They will be encouraged to grow in confidence and generosity as they share the hope they have been given. This first lesson sheds light on the biblical truth that God has called His children into eternal relationship with Him regardless of temporary circumstances in this life. Do your students know the hope of Jesus? Are the fumbling around blindly in pursuit of momentary pleasures, obsessing over fleeting trends, or insecure in their identities? Open their eyes to the Good News of the gospel, a firm foundation in uncertain times.

Learning Goals
  • Explore Goal: Students will learn that life-changing power is available to all people who put their hope in the gospel.
  • Transform Goal: Students will reflect upon how a universal need for hope changes the way they see the world.
Prayer Suggestions

As you prepare to teach this lesson, pray for your students.

  • Pray that your students will know the extent to which God loves and treasures them.
  • Pray that your students will recognize the universal need for the hope found only in Christ.
  • Pray that your students will experience the life-changing power of the gospel.

Prep Guide

Acknowledgments