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CONTENTS

Biblical Character Illustrated Curriculum Illustrated in Scripture “The testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple” (Psalm 19:7b). Biblical

2 Introduction

character is illustrated in this curriculum

2 How to Use This Curriculum

through both artwork and lessons from

3 Goals and Objectives

the lives of people in God’s Word. We most

4 Character Quality Overview

often benefit from the positive examples of faithful men and women. “For whatso-

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Lesson 1: Be a Good Example

ever things were written aforetime were

8 Bible Story: Paul Supports Himself While Preaching

written for our learning, that we through

9 Memory Verse: I Timothy 4:12

patience and comfort of the scriptures

10 Activity: Simon Says

might have hope” (Romans 15:4). And there

11 Lesson 2: Use Music to Edify Others

were people in the Bible who are representations of poor character, and we can

12  Bible Story: God Gives Moses a Song for Israel

learn from their lives as well. “Now these

13 Memory Verse: I Chronicles 16:23

things were our examples, to the intent we

14 Activity: Music in the Making!

should not lust after evil things, as they

15 Lesson 3: Refrain From Causing Offense

16  Bible Story: Peter Pays His Taxes

17 Memory Verse: Romans 14:21

18 Activity: Found in a Fish

19 L esson 4: Avoid Using Disrespectful Language

also lusted” (I Corinthians 10:6). We would be wise to learn from the testimonies God has given us in Scripture.

Illustrated in Life “Faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God” (Romans 10:17). Hearing the Word of God causes us to grow in faith.

20 Bible Story: Shimei’s Bitter Outburst

This curriculum offers many practical

21 Memory Verse: Psalm 141:3

applications of God’s Word to everyday

22 Activity: Crossword Puzzle

life. “But be ye doers of the word, and not

23 Additional Resources

23  Hymn History: “May the Mind of Christ My

hearers only” (James 1:22). As God enables us to act in faith, our lives as believers will illustrate His character to others.

Savior” by Kate Wilkinson

24  Hymn Sheet Music: “May the Mind of Christ My Savior”

25 Explaining Salvation to a Child

26 Journal Entry and Application Chart

27 Reproducible Coloring Pages

31 Answer Key

The character of God is illustrated in Scripture. May it also be illustrated in our lives.


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