Dear Parents, Guardians, Teachers:
The theme for this Sunday School Lesson is God’s Power and Protection and by the end of this lesson, kids will learn how to follow God in faith.
Sometimes we don’t know where we’re going or what we’re doing. But if we’re willing to follow God, he will take us to amazing new places. Faith also grows when we follow God. The more we follow him, the more our faith grows, and the more our faith is challenged, the more it grows.
God uses every step we take and every obstacle that comes our way to grow our faith. That’s good news because the obstacles we face rarely get smaller. God likes to give us bigger and bigger challenges. Why? Because the greater the challenge, the greater our faith will grow.
Sometimes God lets us know where we are going like the Israelites knew they were going to the Promised Land. Sometimes God doesn’t let us know where we are going. In the end, it’s not the destination but the journey that matters. When we follow God, we grow in our faith, and growing in our faith is key to becoming a godly kid.
Scripture Reference: Exodus 14:19-31
Memory Verse:
“And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.”
Philippians 4:19
Bible Lesson:
Things You Will Need:
Ceramic or plastic plate, water, pepper, dish soap, paper towel
Our Bible lesson today is about one of the most spectacular events in the entire Bible. The Israelites had been slaves in Egypt for over 400 years. But Pharaoh refused to let God’s people go until God sent 10 plagues to all of Egypt. After so many bad things happened, Pharaoh finally decided it was best to let the Israelites go.
The Israelites followed Moses out of Egypt.
Pour enough water on the plate to cover the bottom.
But Pharaoh changed his mind again. He sent his giant army to bring the Israelites back to Egypt. And the Israelites were caught between the army and the Red Sea. When God’s people saw the Egyptian army and chariots coming, they were afraid.
Shake pepper all over the water. Put your finger into the water and touch the bottom of the plate.
What happened? (Pause for a few responses.) You’re right; nothing happened! The pepper just stuck to my finger. Hmm. The Israelites were afraid that the Red Sea would cover them completely.
But Moses said, “Don’t be afraid. Just stand still and watch God save you today. The Egyptians you see today will never be seen again. The Lord Himself will fight for you. Just stay calm.”
Then Moses raised his hand over the sea, and God opened up a pathway through the water with a strong east wind.
Put a drop of dish soap on the tip of your finger. Then put your finger into the water again and touch the bottom of the plate. The pepper on top of the water will instantly spread apart.
The people of Israel walked right through the middle of the sea on dry ground, with walls of water on each side! The Egyptians, with their horses and chariots, followed the Israelites through the sea, but God twisted their chariot wheels, making them difficult to drive.
When the Israelites reached the other side of the water, God said to Moses, “Raise your hand over the sea again.” When Moses did, the water rushed back and all of the chariots and horses and the entire army of the Pharaoh were drowned. Not a single one survived.
When the people of Israel saw the mighty power God had unleashed against the Egyptians, they were filled with awe.
Imagine that—God caused the waters of the sea to separate. That’s kind of like our pepper trick, but on a giant scale. God is powerful and He protected His people, and He protects us, too.
God, thank You for saving the Israelites. Thank You for showing us in big ways and in small ways that You are powerful. Remind us that when we feel afraid or confused, You protect us. In Jesus’ name, amen.
Learning Activities After the Lesson
1. Have your kids watch the animated story of below: God Parts the Red Sea.
2. Craft: Red Sea Craft
Supplies: Pieces of blue and brown construction paper, scissors, glue
* Have the kids cut the blue sheet in half and make 3-inch cuts down each edge. Use the scissors to curl each of the cuts so they look like waves. Glue the blue pieces onto the brown so it looks like parted waves with dry ground underneath.
* Have the kids write “God provides a way of escape for His people” on the brown piece that shows.
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