Elementary Kids Church Curriculum: DiscipleTown
Syllabus: How to Make Good Choices
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How to Make Good Choices Syllabus
Lesson Number and Description
Bible Passage
1: The Power to Choose
2 Chronicles 1
How to use free will responsibly.
2: Winning the Inner Battle
1 Samuel 17
How to overcome self-centeredness and sin.
3: After a Wrong Turn
Jonah 1-4
How to repent and get back on track.
4: God-Given Guides
Luke 2:41-52
How to seek and receive good advice.
Lesson 1 Summary
Introduce children to the concept that they have the gift of freedom of choice. They have the incredible ability to choose between right and wrong and the awesome responsibility that comes with that gift. Challenge them to choose allegiance to God, to consider their attitude, and to make wise choices when it comes to their actions.
Lesson 2 Summary
Why is it so hard to make good choices? This lesson addresses the inner spiritual battle that takes place within us and how Christians can turn to God for help in making good choices. It is only by surrendering to God and allowing Him to fight for us that we can live victoriously.
Lesson 3 Summary
Because all children (and adults) inevitably stumble, this lesson deals with what to do after we make a poor decision. Too often children give up, settle for being a “troublemaker,” or lie to cover up one bad decision with another. Teach children to repent and get back on track as quickly as possible.
Lesson 4 Summary
Show children that God has given them helpers in life. Often they view authority figures in their lives as hindrances instead of helpers. Help them see that the adults in their lives—parents, pastors, and teachers—as gifts from God to help them make good choices.
