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.