Elementary // Bible Timeline Week 4
Memory Verse:
“You study the Scriptures diligently because you think that in them you have eternal life. These are the very Scriptures that testify about me.” John 5:39 (NIV)
Bible Timeline Eras
Exile and Return
Key Words
Prophets, Defeat, Rebuild, and Remnant
Questions to Ask Your Child
Read Nehemiah 9:29-31 - How do verses 30-31 describe God? (He was patient with the Israelites for many years; He did not destroy or abandon them forever; He is gracious and merciful.)
Read Nehemiah 9:32-37 - Why does God want His people, including us, to obey His commands? Is it because He is demanding or bossy? (No way! It is because He loves us and knows that His ways are best for us!)
Read Ezra 1:1-4 - Have you seen the Lord’s faithfulness to you during big changes in your life? (EX: while moving, starting a new school or job, trying out for a new team, family struggles, friend problems, etc.)
Activity
When the Israelites were in exile there were always a few faithful people who continued to follow God. Take time one evening this week to play “Follow the Leader”. Designate a “start” and “finish” point in your house and take turns being faithful followers of the leader to the finish line. If one person does not do the correct action, the whole family has to start over.
After you are done with the game, say a prayer thanking God for being good, loving, and faithful, even when we disobey Him.