Daniel had reminded Nebuchadnezzar that his power and possessions had come only through God's hand, and that God could take them back at any time. However, the king of Babylon could only conclude that he must be a very special person in God's sight to be given such special things. This paper has been adapted from chapters 153-154, Volume VI of The Bible Story by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press.
After Hezekiah’s death the descendants of King David continued to rule over Judah. Josiah was the last king of that line to remain faithful to God before God’s judgment on Judah and Jerusalem. This paper has been adapted from chapters 140, 141, 142, 143, 144, Volume VI of The Bible Story by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press.
Hezekiah is one of the few kings who compared favourably with King David. He trusted in the God of Israel and kept the Commandments of God. He was successful in all he undertook because the Lord was with him. This paper has been adapted from chapters 137,138,139, Volume VI of The Bible Story by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press.
Under King Ahaz, Judah was so corrupted by idolatry and the detestable ways of the pagan nations that God gave them into the hands of the king of Syria and also into the hands of the king of Israel. This paper has been adapted from chapters 134-137 Volume VI of The Bible Story by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press.
When Israel and Judah continued to sin God used other nations to correct and punish them through war and captivity. This paper has been adapted from chapters 132-134, Volume VI of The Bible Story by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press.
While the kings of Israel and Judah continued to walk in the ways of their idolatrous predecessors, Jehu became king of Israel and was appointed to inflict the judgment Elijah had earlier pronounced against the house of Ahab. This paper has been adapted from chapters 129-132, Volume VI of The Bible Story by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press.
Elisha continued to use the power of God’s Spirit to perform even more miracles. We will see that over time a total of sixteen miracles were performed through Elisha. This paper has been adapted from chapters 126-128, Volume V of The Bible Story by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press.
Elisha knew that Elijah’s ministry was about to finish and that his departure was near so he did not want to leave Elijah. Finally he saw Elijah taken up by God in a whirlwind. This paper has been adapted from chapters 122-126, Volume V of The Bible Story by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press.
The army of Ben-hadad, the Syrian king, had been defeated and routed from Israel but Ben-hadad decided to enlarge what was left of his army and try again to conquer the limited forces of King Ahab of the House of Israel. This paper has been adapted from chapters 118-122, Volume V of The Bible Story by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press.
For a long time Israel was without the true God, without a priest to teach them and without the law, but in their distress they sought God and He was found by them. This paper has been adapted from chapters 114-117, Volume V of The Bible Story by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press.
After a period of mourning for Solomon, thousands of people gathered at Shechem to witness Rehoboam being made king. Among those in the crowd was Jeroboam, who had returned from Egypt when he heard of Solomon's death. This paper has been adapted from chapters 111-113, Volume V of The Bible Story by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press.
When Solomon completed the tasks his father gave him, the kingdom was firmly established in his hands because the Lord was with him. This paper has been adapted from chapters 108, 109 and 110, Volume V of The Bible Story by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press.
Absalom rose up against his father, King David. When David was told that the hearts of the men of Israel were with Absalom, he fled with his loyal followers in order to save lives and spare the city from a bloodbath. This paper has been adapted from chapters 105 and 108, Volume V of The Bible Story by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press.
This lesson will look at a side-by-side review of the physical story of Ahab and Naboth in 1Kings chapter 21 compared to the spiritual battle between Satan and Christ.
There is a lot of meaning and symbolism in the Bible’s account of David and Goliath. Here we present a play for children to act out the story and also to learn the spiritual lessons being unfolded.
Even though David had acknowledged his sin and repented and God forgave him, nevertheless he had yet to suffer the consequences of breaking God’s Law as foretold by Nathan the prophet. This paper has been adapted from chapters 102 and 103, Volume IV and chapter 104, Volume V of The Bible Story by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press.
Under David’s rule the nation of Israel prospered as the Lord had promised. They defeated their enemies and the borders of Israel were thus secured. David wanted to build a Temple for the Lord but he was not allowed to do that. However, God did promise David that his house and kingdom would last forever. This paper has been adapted from Chapters 98-102 of The Bible Story Volume IV by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press.
Although David was destined to become ruler of all Israel, the death of Saul did not immediately clear the way for the fulfilment of that event. This paper has been adapted from Chapters 96-97 of The Bible Story Volume IV by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press.
Nabal is killed and David asks Abigail to become his wife and she agrees. Samuel is already dead and the battles continue. King Saul takes his own life rather than face the prospect of being tortured and killed by his enemies. Saul’s three sons are also killed in battle. This paper has been adapted from Chapters 93-95 of The Bible Story Volume IV by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press.
Saul told his son Jonathan and all his attendants to kill David. But Jonathan was very fond of David and warned him. David has an opportunity to take revenge on Saul but he does not lift his hand against the Lord’s Anointed. This paper has been adapted from Chapters 89-92 of The Bible Story Volume IV by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press.
In this paper we see Saul is rejected as King and God’s Spirit leaves him. Samuel anoints David and the Spirit of the Lord comes upon David in power. We also see David triumph over Goliath, the Philistine giant. Chapters 86-88 of The Bible Story Volume IV by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press have been adapted to form the basis of this paper.
The people asked for a king and God gave them Saul, son of Kish, of the tribe of Benjamin and he ruled for forty years. This paper has been adapted from Chapters 80-85 of The Bible Story Volume IV by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press.
Samuel was dedicated to the service of the Lord before he was born. From the age of about three he was sent to live with Eli the High Priest. Samuel became a prophet and judge in Israel. This paper has been adapted from Chapters 76-79 of The Bible Story Volume III by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press.
When Israel had no king the people did what they thought was right in their own eyes. They soon forgot their covenant with God and all that they had promised to do. This paper has been adapted from Chapters 71-74 of The Bible Story Volume III by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press.
Samson was from the tribe of Dan. He was given great power and strength through God’s Holy Spirit and was set aside before his birth for service to the Lord. This paper has been adapted from Chapters 66-67 of The Bible Story Volume III by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press and the paper Samson and the Judges (No. 73).
Jephthah the Gileadite was a mighty warrior but he was a social outcast and his half-brothers drove him away from the family. When Gilead was in trouble, the elders turned to him and requested his help and made him head over them. This paper has been adapted from Chapters 66-67 of The Bible Story Volume III by Basil Wolverton, Published by Ambassador College Press.
Abimelech, son of Gideon by his maid-servant was made king of Shechem by the people of his mother’s house. Abimelech killed seventy of his own brothers in order to seize rulership. He reigned over Israel for three years. This paper has been adapted from Chapters 64-66 of The Bible Story Volume III by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press.
When the Angel of the Lord appeared to Gideon he said, "The Lord is with you, mighty warrior. Go in the strength you have and save Israel out of Midian’s hand." This paper has been adapted from chapters 61-63 of The Bible Story Volume III by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press. Some Scripture have been taken from The Holy Bible New International Version, Copyright 1973,1978,1984 International Bible Society. Used by permission of Zondervan Bible Publishers.
After the death of Joshua, the Israelites again went after foreign gods to worship them and forgot the One True God, so God removed His protection from them. When they got into difficulties they would repent and ask God to help them again. About this time God raised up Judges to deliver Israel from their many captivities. This paper has been adapted from Chapters 59 and 60 of The Bible Story Volume III by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press.
In the land of Uz there lived a man named Job. He was blameless and upright and he feared God and shunned evil. This paper has been adapted from Chapters 57 and 58 of The Bible Story Volume III by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press.
So the sun stood still and the moon stopped while Israel avenged itself on its enemies. This paper has been adapted from Chapters 55 and 56 of The Bible Story Volumes II and III by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press.
In this lesson we will review the study paper Priesthood of Eloah from Messiah On wards (No. CB118) and focus on the reorganization of the priesthood during the times of David. We will also look at the meaning of the names of the 24 courses of the priests and provide a variety of ways the concepts can be reinforced.
So the people shouted with a great shout when the priests blew the trumpets and it came to pass that the walls of Jericho fell down. This paper has been adapted from Chapters 52, 53 and 54 of The Bible Story Volume II by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press. Some Scriptures were taken from the Holy Bible New International Version, Copyright 1973,1978,1984 International Bible Society. Used by permission of Zondervan Bible Publishers.
In this lesson we will review the paper Priesthood of Eloah during the Tabernacle in the Wilderness (No. CB116) and focus on the organization of the priesthood during that time. We will also look at what a typical week in the life of a priest might be like and provide a variety of ways the concepts can be reinforced.
In this lesson we will review the study paper Priesthood of Eloah: Reorganisation under David (No. CB117) and focus on the reorganisation of the priesthood during the times of David. We will also look at the meaning of the names of the 24 courses of the priests and provide a variety of ways the concepts can be reinforced.
In this lesson we will review the study paper Introduction to the Priesthood of Eloah over time (No. CB115) and review the key points on Priesthood and provide a variety of ways the concepts can be reinforced.
After the death of Moses the Lord spoke to Joshua and told him that he was now Israel’s leader and he was to get the people ready and lead them across the Jordan River to take possession of the Promised Land. This paper has been adapted from Chapters 50 and 51 of The Bible Story Volume II by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press. Some Scriptures were taken from the Holy Bible New International Version, Copyright 1973,1978,1984 International Bible Society. Used by permission of Zondervan Bible Publishers.
In this paper we will continue our study of the priesthood. We will focus on the time from Messiah through to the Millennium.
By now the first generation of men twenty years old or more had nearly all died. It was time for the new generation to be numbered and ready for the coming battles that awaited the Israelites. This paper has been adapted from Chapters 48 and 49 of The Bible Story Volume II by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press and covers from Numbers chapters 26 to Deuteronomy chapter 30 in the Bible.
Balak saw all that Israel had done to the Amorites and Moab was terrified. So Balak, who was king of Moab at that time, sent messengers to summon Balaam. This paper has been adapted from Chapters 46 and 47 of The Bible Story Volume II by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press and covers Numbers chapters 22 to 25 in the Bible.
This lesson will look at a side-by-side review of the physical story of Ahab and Naboth in 1Kings chapter 21 compared to the spiritual battle between Satan and Christ.
In this Lesson we will review the study paper Water from the Rock (No. CB48). The aim is to help children understand the basic concepts related to the Rock and water and the symbolism that is involved in each.
God tells us He wants obedience or mercy more than sacrifice. In fact, obedience to the Law produces loving kindness or mercy and, hence, is a sacrifice.
Many of us long for a brother or a sister we have never had or may have lost through some circumstance. But we all have a true brother. It is simply a matter of recognising and acknowledging him. We do have a brother we can rely on and trust.
The Lord said to Moses, "Speak to that rock before their eyes and it will pour out its water so the community and their livestock can drink." This paper has been adapted from Chapters 43-45 of The Bible Story Volume II by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press and covers Numbers chapters 20 and 21 in the Bible.
This lesson was developed using the paper Teach Us to Pray (No. 111) and it is to be used in conjunction with the Lesson on Prayer Part A Teacher’s Guide (No. CB31).
This lesson was developed using the paper Teach Us to Pray (No. 111) and should be used in conjunction with the Lesson on Prayer Part B Worksheet (No. CB32).
The Beatitudes are nine statements made by Christ in a sermon that we often hear spoken about but don’t often think about. We will look at what Christ meant by them and how they have meaning for us in our everyday lives.
This study is a brief review of how sin came into the world, what sin is, and what the consequences are for mankind, the fallen Host and the planet because of sin.
In this paper we will discuss Harry Potter, casting spells, the witches’ creed, “The Secret” (also referred to as the Law of Attraction) and the question: “Can one be a Christian Witch?” Also the question of amulets and charms, different forms and days of the occult (e.g. Halloween), a leader’s responsibility and a number of other related issues are discussed.
In this Lesson we will review the study paper Korah’s Rebellion (No. CB47) and consider the basic concepts related to this incident in the Bible. The aim is to help children understand the consequences of rebellion against God and those leaders appointed by God.
In this lesson we will review the paper the Ways People attempt to do away with or Limit the Sacrifice of Messiah (No. CB122), and focus on the variety of ways that people try to do this. We will also look at the intentions of the manipulations involved in these changes; yet realize Eloah is in charge and Christ’s sacrifice is complete and perfect.
Esther is a very interesting story about a young Jewish girl but it is also the story of the Church and Christ, God Almighty and the millennial reign of the Kingdom of God. In this play the storyline is demonstrated and the spiritual meaning is explained.
Korah and his allies rose up against the leadership of Moses and Aaron. This paper has been adapted from Chapters 41-42 of The Bible Story Volume II by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press and covers Numbers chapter 16 to 19 in the Bible.
The play of Ruth tells the story of young woman and her loyalty to her beliefs and her God. It is also an example of the relationship between Christ and the Church and how Christians should respond to God’s Laws.
In the series on the Temple, Offerings and Sacrifices, Priesthood of Eloah, and Perfect Sacrifice of Messiah we have looked at Eloah’s Laws and Commandments and how to worship Him correctly. In this paper we look at ways that people through the ages have attempted to do away with the sacrifices of Messiah and the Plan of God.
In this paper we will focus on how Eloah directed David to provide organization and structure to the priesthood in how they administered their duties for the Temple worship. We will also briefly look at the priesthood when the nation returned from the Babylonian captivity to determine if the nation and priesthood were still following the organization outlined by Eloah through David.
Christians have been conditioned to accept that Christmas is an essential part of the Christian tradition. The fact is that Christmas is not at all Christian. The current myths are derived from paganism or heathen systems.
In this lesson we will review the paper Brazen Sea and Ten Lavers (No. CB114) and provide activities that reinforce the concepts of the lesson.
In this paper we will focus on the organization of the priesthood during the times of the Tabernacle in the wilderness. We will cover the selection, ordination/consecration, and garments of a priest and High Priest. We will also look at what a typical week in the life of a priest might be like.
Most people of the world keep Christmas, Easter and New Year but is there any scriptural basis for keeping these days? If not, can we keep God’s Days alongside a false religious system?
In this lesson we will review the study paper the Sacrifices and Offerings of Eloah during the Millennium (No. CB121) and focus on the reorganization of the priesthood and sacrifices in the Temple that will be operational and functioning as time moves forward in the Millennium. We will also look at the changes and symbolism involved in the sacrificial system.
In this lesson we will review the courtyards in God’s dwelling places and provide activities to reinforce the understanding of the symbolism involved.
In this series we will provide a brief introduction into the organization of the priesthood over time and the function and symbolism of the priesthood, and conclude with the physical priesthood from Adam to the Tabernacle in the Wilderness.
In this lesson we will review the study paper Messiah the Perfect and Complete Sacrifice (No. CB120) and focus on the Messiah’s selfless sacrifice for all of mankind and the fallen Host. Various concepts will be reinforced with a science experiment to provide spiritual analogies.
In this lesson we will review the main points covered in paper No.CB112 and offer activities to reinforce in the concepts being taught.
In this lesson we will review the study paper Introduction to the Sacrifices and Offerings of Eloah (No. CB119), and focus on the basic reason that the sacrificial system was introduced and the key requirements of and reasons for sacrifices.
In this Lesson we will review the paper Exploring Canaan (No. CB46). Children will learn about the forty years the Israelites spent in the wilderness and their entry into the Promised Land.
In this activity we will review the tables of shewbread and provide activities to reinforce the concepts involved.
In the series on the Temple, Offerings and Sacrifices, Priesthood of Eloah, and Perfect Sacrifice of Messiah we have looked at Eloah’s Laws and Commandments and how to worship Him correctly. In this paper we look at ways that people through the ages have attempted to do away with the sacrifices of Messiah and the Plan of God.
In this paper we will review how the spiritual sacrifices under Messiah will continue to be offered and see how the sacrificial system will be administered under the line of Zadok.
This lesson is a basic review of the concepts in the paper Lampstands in God’s Dwelling Places (No. CB110). We will review basic facts about the lampstands and offer activities to reinforce the lesson in fun and creative ways.
The Lord said to Moses, "Send some men to explore the land of Canaan, which I am giving to the Israelites." This paper has been adapted from Chapters 38-40 of The Bible Story Volume II by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press and covers Numbers chapters 13, 14 and 15 in the Bible.
In the series on the Priesthood of Eloah, the Tabernacle in the Wilderness and the paper Temple Solomon Built, we made reference to the sacrifices and offerings. In this paper we will go into much more detail on how Messiah fulfilled the sacrifices, how he is functioning as our High Priest currently, and what our responsibilities are as priests in the spiritual Temple.
In this lesson we will review the major points in paper No. CB109 and provide activities to reinforce the concepts of why praying is important.
In the series on the Priesthood of Eloah, Tabernacle in the Wilderness and Temple Solomon Built we made reference to the sacrifices and offerings. In this paper we will go into much more detail of the way the sacrifices were originally structured.
In this Lesson we will review the study paper Complaining and Rebellion (No. CB45) with a view to helping children understand the concepts involved in this sort of behaviour and the consequences of disobedience to God.
In this lesson we will review the main points associated with the lesson on Prayer in the Armour of God series. Activities associated with the lesson will follow the question and answer section.
This lesson reviews the basic concepts found in the paper Burnt Offering Altar (No. CB108) and provides various ways of reinforcing the subject matter.
Ephesians 6:11ff. teaches us to put on the Armour of God. After each of the six pieces of armour is listed, Paul encourages us to pray always as we watch with perseverance for the return of Jesus Christ. This lesson was developed using the paper Teach Us to Pray (No. 111).
Now the people complained about their hardships in the hearing of the Lord and when he heard them his anger was aroused. This paper has been adapted from Chapter 37 of The Bible Story Volume II by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press and covers Numbers chapters 11 and 12 in the Bible.
As strange as this may seem to us in our modern world, in the Temple, the priests ministered with bare feet. Before the priests offered sacrifices on the altar they were commanded to wash their hands and feet in the bronze basin lest they die.
In this lesson we will examine the concepts of shields, bucklers and the importance of faith to the individual, the Church and the planet. Activities will be provided that can be done to reinforce the concepts and encourage the children’s remembrance of the importance of the aspects of faith.
In this lesson we will review main points covered in the paper The Temple Solomon Built (No. CB107) and offer activity lessons to reinforce in the concepts being taught.
We see that all the priests of God were to wear a white linen turban. The High Priest was not only to wear the white turban but also a golden plate engraved “Holy to Yahovah” on his forehead. This lesson will review the facts and symbolism associated with the turban and golden plate.
In this lesson we will look at the concepts of what a shield is, how is it used, what is faith, where does faith lead and why is it important.
In this Lesson we will review the study paper Reward and Punishment (No. CB44). We aim to help children understand the basic concepts related to reward for obedience to God’s Laws and punishment for disobedience as outlined in Leviticus chapter 26 and the blessings and curses of Deuteronomy chapters 27 and 28.
From the paper on the Tabernacle in the Wilderness we see that there was one laver wherein the High Priest and the priests washed themselves and the offering. In this paper we will look at what concept the laver prefigured and how this expanded over time in the Temple buildings. We will also review the concepts of water and what that involves.
In this lesson we will review the main points associated with swords and what the Word of God refers to. Activities will be provided that can be done to reinforce the concepts.
The High Priest was to wear certain items that the ordinary priests did not wear. The High Priest was responsible for using these items correctly. This lesson will review the facts, usage and symbolism associated with the ephod, the curious girdle, and breastpiece of judgment.
“This day I have set before you life and death, blessings and curses. Now choose life so that you and your children may live and that you may love the Lord your God.” This paper has been adapted from Chapters 35 and 36 of The Bible Story Volume II by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press and covers from Leviticus chapter 26 to the end of Numbers chapter 10 in the Bible.
We have seen from the papers The Tabernacle in the Wilderness and The Temple Solomon Built that the courtyard was also an area that was set apart and special. In this paper we will review what things occurred in this area.
From the Tabernacle in the Wilderness we know that the Holy of Holies represented God’s dwelling place here on Earth. In this lesson we will see how the concept of the Holy of Holies and the Ark of the Covenant expanded in the future dwelling places of God to the City of God.
We are told that the High Priest was to wear a blue robe of one piece with golden bells and pomegranates on the robe’s bottom edge. This lesson develops the symbolic representation of the blue robe of the ephod of the priest.
Ephesians 6 is interesting since it seems to indicate the sword of the Spirit as if the Spirit can use a sword. In this lesson we will take a closer look at the concepts of the swords, the Spirit and the Word of God.
The entire process of growing flax and producing linen is very similar to the process of our calling and qualifying to be a son of God. In this paper we will review the process of making linen then look at the white linen garments of the priests. We will learn when the High Priest only wore white linen garments and what our white linen garments should be today.
Even in the Tabernacle in the Wilderness God had a table of shewbread with twelve loaves of unleavened bread on it. In this paper we will review how the table of shewbread expanded in God’s Temple system and what the shewbread prefigured and represented.
In this Lesson we will review the study paper Ordination of Aaron and His Sons (No. CB43) and endeavour to help children understand the basic concepts involved in this procedure.
From the Tabernacle in the Wilderness we know that God had one lampstand with seven bowls of oil set in the Holy Place. In this lesson we will see how the concept of the lampstand expanded in the future dwelling places of God to the lamp in the City of God.
In this lesson we will review the main points associated with the Gospel of Peace We will also look at the concept of the priesthood ministering with bare feet and the association to the footwashing ceremony at Passover. We will offer a variety of activities that can be done to reinforce the concepts.
We have seen from the Tabernacle in the Wilderness and the Garments of the High Priest that God the Father had set up a plan for the priesthood and His dwelling places on the Earth. In this lesson we will review the basics of the furniture in the Tabernacle in the Wilderness and see how God chose to make a permanent place for the Ark of the Covenant to reside at for a period of time in Israel’s history.
We have seen from The Tabernacle in the Wilderness (No. CB42) and The Temple Solomon Built (No. CB107) that the number of the pieces of furniture expanded. In this lesson we will look at the Altar of Incense and see how it changed in its presentation from the Tabernacle in the Wilderness to the future Temples. We will also review the symbolism associated with incense.
The High Priest’s role in the past and currently is very important. In this paper we will cover some of the important facets of his garments and the associated symbolism as to how they tie into the Plan of Salvation.
Moses took some of the anointing oil and some of the blood from the altar and sprinkled them on Aaron and his sons and their garments and so he consecrated them. This paper has been adapted from Chapters 32-34 of The Bible Story Volume II by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press, and covers from Leviticus chapter 8 to chapter 25 in the Bible.
We have seen from the papers The Tabernacle in the Wilderness (No. CB42) and The Temple Solomon Built (No. CB107) that the number and dimensions of the various pieces of furniture either remained constant or were changed in some aspects. In this lesson we will look at the altar of burnt offering and see how it changed and what it represented in Heaven and what it prefigured.
In this first year of the Sanctification of Nations we will review how the children of God’s elect, those who are baptized into the body of Christ, are sanctified and set apart.
The Kingdom of God is a system that is little understood by modern Christianity. It is a system of living and a future for the entire human race. It operates on set principles and in accordance with set laws. How and by whom is it established?
In this paper we will look at the concept of what it means to have our feet shod with the Gospel of Peace. We will review just what the Gospel is and whose responsibility it is to preach and live the Gospel.
In this lesson we will review the main points associated with a military breastplate and the breastplate that the High Priest wore. We will look at the concepts of righteousness and justice while providing a variety of activities that can be done to reinforce the concepts.
ymbolically the Tabernacle represented God’s royal Tent on Earth. Moses was given specific detailed instructions on how to build the Tabernacle, which was to be a copy of what is in heaven.
In this lesson we will review the main points associated with a military breastplate and the breastplate that the High Priest wore. We will look at the concepts of righteousness and justice while providing a variety of activities that can be done to reinforce the concepts.
In this lesson we will review the concepts of who Eloah is, what is involved in being a soldier in the Army of the Lord and briefly look at the Armour of Eloah.
In this lesson we will review the paper Rebellion Against God’s Law (No. CB41). The aim is to help children understand what a covenant is and also the consequences of breaking God’s Law.
n this lesson we will review the study paper Preparing the Temple of God (No. CB35) with a view to helping children understand the concepts involved in building a Spiritual Temple, which we are (1Cor. 3:16).
In this lesson we will review the concepts of who Eloah is, what is involved in being a soldier in the Army of the Lord and briefly look at the Armour of Eloah.
In this paper we will look at what Truth is and why it is so important to the elect and the Plan of God.
In this lesson we will review the study paper God’s Plan of Salvation (No. CB30). Included are a number of activities that will assist in reinforcing concepts relating to God’s Plan of Salvation.
Children often have many questions about God and His Plan for us. This paper answers the questions of why we need God’s Plan of Salvation, what it is, and how we fit into it.
In this paper we will review the concept of righteousness and justice and why they are so important to Eloah and every Christian.
So all the people took off their earrings and handed them to Aaron and he made an idol cast in the shape of a calf. This paper has been adapted from Chapters 27-30 of The Bible Story Volume II by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press, and The Golden Calf (No. 222) published by CCG.
Each individual Christian is a spiritual Temple of God. The way in which the Levitical priesthood worshiped within the Temple of God and events that took place regarding the House of the Lord directly relate to the Church and to Christians.
In this Lesson we will review the study paper Moses and the Israelites Move on to Sinai (No. CB40). The aim is to familiarise the children with the various things that happened to Moses and the Israelites as they moved from the Red Sea to Mount Sinai.
In this paper we will cover key aspects related to the salvation of mankind and the fallen Host.
The attributes that make up God’s character are stated with a short comment on each from the Bible narrative.
The armour of God is just one of the many blessings Eloah has given us. In this lesson we will explore the pieces of armour in general terms. This is first in a series of lessons on the Armour of Eloah.
When we think of Satan what or who do we think of? Where did he come from? What are his aims? How does that affect us? Why does he exist? What is his relationship to God?
In the third month after the Israelites left Egypt they came to the desert of Sinai. This paper has been adapted from Chapters 24-27 of The Bible Story Volume I by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press, and Pentecost at Sinai (No. 115) published by CCG.
The two-day Feast of Pentecost falls on the Sabbath and the First day of the week in the Third month of the Sacred Calendar. In this paper we will review how Pentecost is determined, what the day symbolizes and why it is important.
The Seven Trumpets of Revelation are introduced with the opening of the Seventh Seal, following half an hour of silence in the heavens. In this paper we will examine what the messages of these trumpets reveal.
The book of Revelation deals with Seven Seals that reveal the sequence of how God is dealing with this world in the end times. It is an ongoing process that encompasses the Seven Trumpets as well as the Woes and the Bowls of the Wrath of God. This paper will just focus on the Seven Seals. The sequel to this paper will cover the other aspects.
Here we have endeavoured to divide the text of the Song of Moses into parts to match a pictorial version of the song.
The parable of the Good Samaritan was used to illustrate the answer to the question, ‘Who is my neighbour?’ Jesus was able to point out that a real neighbour helps anyone in need.
In this lesson we will review the study paper The Angelic Host (No. CB28). The aim is to teach the children what the Bible has to say about angels and help them understand their role in God’s Plan.
In this Lesson we will review The Song of Moses from Deuteronomy 32. We note that the Song of Moses is also in Exodus 15.
The One True God (Eloah) became a Father when He created His spiritual sons. In this paper we will take a brief look at the ranks and functions of the spiritual creation.
The story of Esther is about a young Jewish girl who marries the king of Persia, although the meaning of the Book of Esther is much more involved than that. The Book of Esther tells the story of the Church of God, Christ, God Almighty and the millennial reign of the Kingdom of God.
In this Lesson we aim to help children become familiar with the importance of the Last Great Day in the Plan of God.
This paper is derived from the paper Ingathering (No. 139) written by Wade Cox.
The purpose of the Day of Atonement was to consecrate (or make holy) the Temple and atone for and reconcile the congregation to God on a yearly basis. Therefore, it has a direct relationship to the elect as the spiritual Temple of God.
When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit (Acts 2:1-4). It is through God’s Holy Spirit that we become sons of God from the resurrection.
The Book of Ruth is a beautiful story about courage, loyalty, love and friendship between two women. We will also see from this story that there are important lessons and instructions for Christians.
Moses summoned all Israel and said: “Hear O Israel, the decrees and laws I declare in your hearing today. Learn them and be sure to follow them”.
The Wave Sheaf is a mandatory part of the Passover Feast. Its timing helps us to know when to celebrate the Day of Pentecost. It also lets us know when we can eat the new harvest of grain. The Wave Sheaf Offering falls on the Sunday within the Feast of Unleavened Bread.
Moses was chosen by God to lead the Israelites out of Egypt where they were enslaved. Through Moses and Aaron God used many miracles and signs to show that He was the One True God, the Almighty.
Three times a year Christians are commanded to go out of their homes and gather together at a particular place to keep God’s Feasts. Passover and Unleavened Bread is the first of these three Feasts.
Jesus Christ cleansed this Temple at Jerusalem prior to the Passover as a warning and a sign to us that we too have to cleanse the Temple to be worthy to take the bread and wine of the Lord’s Supper.
Jesus Christ cleansed the Temple at Jerusalem prior to the Passover as a warning and a sign to us that we too have to cleanse the Temple to be worthy to take the bread and wine of the Lord’s Supper.
Most of the people of the world keep various religious holy days and national holidays that have not been commanded by God in the Bible. This paper will review what God tells us we really should be doing.
God the Father or Eloah did not come into existence. He has always existed. At some point He decided to extend Himself and create a family. In this lesson we will look at the concepts related to the creation of the spiritual and physical beings that make up this family.
As a result of the famine in the land of Egypt, Joseph’s brothers come before him for the first time in thirteen years to ask for food. Although he recognizes his brothers, Joseph does not make himself known to them at first. Nevertheless, Joseph is eventually reunited with his brothers and his father.
Children often have many questions concerning why we keep the Sabbath holy and why other children go to church on Sunday. This paper addresses some of the questions young children might have about the Sabbath. It will help them to understand God’s message and the meaning behind the weekly Sabbath.
This paper explains the methods and rules of calculation used for determining God’s Sacred Calendar.
The One True God has always existed. He created a system in the heavens for us to know when to keep His appointed Feasts. This paper will review the basic points of God’s method of keeping time.
Jacob and Rachel had a son named Joseph. Joseph was the youngest of Jacob’s eleven sons born in the service of Laban. The twelfth son, Benjamim, was born later in Canaan. Joseph was Jacob’s favourite and this caused much jealousy among the other brothers. We will see from the story of Joseph that he had an important role to play in the history of Israel.
“These commandments that I give to you today are to be upon your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up. Tie them as symbols on your hands and bind them on your foreheads. Write them on the doorposts of your houses and on your gates” (Deut. 6:6-9).
The Tenth Commandment says: You shall not covet. In this paper we will help children understand what it means to covet and how to avoid it.
Isaac and Rebekah had twin sons named Esau and Jacob. As the boys grew into men, Esau became a hunter while Jacob remained a herdsman. In this paper, we will see how a lack of faith by not trusting God can lead to family troubles and the breaking of God’s Commandments.
The Ninth Commandment says: You shall not bear false witness against your neighbour. This Commandment deals with honesty, sincerity and integrity.
The Eighth Commandment says: You shall not steal. In this lesson we will consider the ways in which we steal from God and from our neighbour.
The aim of the lesson is to teach the Seventh Commandment with the emphasis on the sanctity of marriage and its relationship to Christ and the Church. We seek to help children learn and understand the importance of marriage and the role of the family.
The Sixth Commandment says: You shall not kill.
The Fifth Commandment tells us to honour our father and our mother that we may live long in the land the Lord our God gave us.
And the Lord did for Sarah as he had promised. Sarah became pregnant and bore a son to Abraham in his old age, at the very time God had promised him. This paper has been adapted from Chapters 7 and 8 of The Bible Story Volume 1 by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press and The NIV Study Bible.
The Fourth Commandment says: Remember the Sabbath Day, to keep it holy.
The Third Commandment tells us that we are not to use God’s name in the wrong way. God will not hold us guiltless if we do.
The Second Commandment says: You shall not make for yourself an idol in the form of anything in heaven above or on the earth beneath or in the waters below.
The First Commandment says: “I am the Lord your God who brought you out of Egypt, out of the land of bondage, or slavery. You shall have no other gods before me.”
This planet was purposely designed and constructed to flourish under the adherence of God’s Law/order otherwise known as the Covenant of God which to many people’s surprise is still binding. Unless the nations observe the statutes of that Covenant they will continue to receive the curses fixed under that agreement. So what are these blessings and curses and what must we do to begin receiving the blessings expressed in that Covenant?
The decision by Abraham to sacrifice his son Isaac was a progression in his life that resulted in one of the most sincere and dedicated displays of faith. For this reason, the following story is one that holds valuable lessons for children and adults alike.
The Bible contains rules and laws to teach us what food may be eaten. It also instructs us how animals are to be killed and what parts of an animal may not be eaten. This food is termed clean and unclean meats.
This is a short summary of the Law of God and how it applies to our lives. Some information was obtained from the paper The First Great Commandment (No. 252) published by CCG.
The Lord God said to Abram, "Leave your country, your people and your father’s household and go to the land I will show you. I will make you into a great nation and I will bless you." This paper has been adapted from chapter 6 of The Bible Story Volume 1 by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press, and the papers Abraham and Sodom (No. 91) and Melchisedek (No. 128), published by CCG.
Christ, as the Angel of the Covenant, gave the Law to Moses at Sinai. He said that it would not pass away. The Ten Commandments represent and show us the spirit and intent of God’s Law.
And Cush begot Nimrod and he began to be a mighty one on the earth. This paper has been adapted from Chapters 5 of The Bible Story Volume 1 by Basil Wolverton Published by Ambassador College Press.
Noah was a righteous man and he walked with God, but the earth was corrupt and full of violence at that time and God told Noah that He would destroy both the people and the earth. This paper has been adapted from chapters 3 and 4 of The Bible Story Volume 1 by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press.
Adam lay with his wife Eve and she became pregnant and gave birth to Cain. This paper has been adapted from Chapter 2 of The Bible Story Volume 1 by Basil Wolverton, published by Ambassador College Press.
In the beginning God created. This paper was adapted from Chapter 1 of The Bible Story Volume 1 by Basil Wolverton published by Ambassador College Press. The concept has been added to and developed according to the teachings of the Bible and the doctrines of the Christian Churches of God.
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In the beginning God created. This paper was adapted from Chapter 1 of The Bible Story Volume 1 by Basil Wolverton published by Ambassador College Press. The concept has been added to and developed according to the teachings of the Bible and the doctrines of the Christian Churches of God.
The Bible tells us in Hebrews 9:27 that it is appointed for man to die once. Most everyone has some experience with death. In this paper we review what the Bible has to say about dying and death and we will look at the question of Eternal Life.
Before the beginning of time and space there was the One. He did not come into existence because He had always existed. Eloah is His name and He is a spirit. He decided to extend Himself and create a family of beings like Himself. This paper looks at the order and timing of that creation.
In this lesson we will review the study paper What is the Holy Spirit? (No. CB3) with a view to helping children understand the concepts involved with the Holy Spirit.
The Holy Spirit is the power of God and not a separate being or person. It is the means by which we can know the One True God and his Son Jesus Christ. So it is also the means by which we become sons of God from the resurrection of the dead.
In this lesson we will review the paper Who is Jesus (No. CB2) and the key points associated with Jesus the Christ, and provide activity-based lessons to assist the children with learning the material.
The Bible tells us Jesus is the Son of God. Mainstream Christianity says Jesus is the second person of a Trinity. The Father and the Holy Spirit are said to be the other two aspects of that three-part God. However, the Bible says there is only One True God and we must know this if we are to worship God in spirit and truth.
In this lesson we will learn something of what the Bible reveals about the One True God, Eloah and what He is really like.
To many people God is a mystery and is often portrayed as unapproachable, distant and detached from mankind, which is completely wrong. He has revealed what He is like throughout the Bible, here a little, there a little. This paper will look at what some of these scriptures reveal so that we can gain a better understanding as to who and what the One True God is really like and what He is truly all about.
In this lesson we will review the study paper Who is God? (No. CB1). The aim is to teach the children what the Bible has to say about the One True God.
God (Eloah) alone is the One True God. Before Him no god was formed, nor will there be one after Him (Isa. 43:10). This paper examines some of the attributes of God and discusses how we can know Him, please Him and worship Him.
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