Why Truth Matters to God!  

Sometimes telling a “little” lie may seem like no big deal. But every lie is a BIG lie, with the potential for big consequences. In this series, kids will see that we can avoid a lot of problems simply by telling the truth. Sin entered this world through a lie, and lying is the language of the one who seeks to kill, steal, and destroy.  The Bible has promised us that truth is what will set us free.

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Big Little Lies Children's Ministry Curriculum Lesson Overview

Memory Verse:

Lessons:

BIG Trouble
Scripture: Genesis 20:1-11, Abraham and Abimelech
Abraham was fearful of coming to a strange land, so he lied in order to avoid trouble. But when Abraham lied to Abimelech, it led to big trouble for them both. Lies often happen when we are trying to stay out of trouble, but in the end, our lies often cause way more trouble for us and those around us. 
Objective: Kids will learn “Lying creates more problems for us and others.”

BIG Loss
Scripture: Genesis 27:6-29 & 27:41-45, Jacob Poses As Esau
In order to receive his father’s blessing, Jacob lied to Isaac and claimed that he was his brother Esau. When the truth came out, Jacob was forced to flee, leaving his home and his family behind. Lies can destroy our relationships. 
Objective: Kids will learn “Lying can weaken our relationships with others.”

BIG Regret
Scripture: Matthew 26:33-35 & 26:69-75, Peter Denies Jesus
After Jesus was arrested, the disciples were afraid that they might be arrested too. When people recognized Peter as a follower of Jesus, Peter repeatedly lied about knowing him – a lie that caused Peter deep regret. Lies are hard to take back and can lead us to big regret.
Objective: Kids will learn “Lying fills us with guilt and regret.”  

BIG Cost
Scripture: Acts 5:1-11, Ananias and Sapphira
Just like all sins, lying always has a cost.  The Bible tells us that the wages of sin is death, and Ananias and Sapphira had to pay the price for their lies much sooner than they thought.  Their story does not mean anyone who tells a lie will instantly drop dead. But it does show us that anyone who lies - or cheats, or steals, or hates someone or commits any other sin - will eventually die.  But Jesus, who is the way, the TRUTH, and the life, has made way for us to be forgiven of the high cost of our sins through his death on the cross.  
Objective: Kids will learn “Lying separates us from God, but Jesus made a way for us to be close to God again.”

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Each Lesson Includes:

• Make It Stick! Parent Sheet - so you can let mom and dad know what kids are learning each week and look like a rockstar teacher who's thought of everything.
• Memory Verse - so that you can make sure kids are getting Scripture in their minds and hearts every single week and you can feel like each lesson was a success even when it seems like 90% of your lesson time is spent saying things like "calm down", "let's be quiet", "hands to yourself!"
• Skit or Puppet Show - so you have a way to easily connect the lesson with your hands-on and visual learners. No drama team? No problem! Just hand the script to the kids. They'll have a blast and think you're the coolest.
• Craft Activity - so you can give kids a physical reminder of the Bible lesson (and give yourself an activity to keep them busy until mom and dad come back!)
• Game - so kids don't leave and say church was BORING! Games are so important to help keep kids engaged. Our large group games always include a "What's The Point" section to help you connect the game to the lesson.
• Large Group Lesson - so you can present the Bible story in a clear and fun way, which means now you can enjoy Saturday nights instead of stressing over putting a lesson together!
• Small-Group Discussion - so you can find out who was paying attention and who was talking to their neighbor.  Just kidding, this is a great way for you to build deeper relationships with your kiddos after each lesson, which means you're going to care about them so much you'll cry like a baby when they graduate and go to middle school :(
• More! - Yes, there is even more than all of that so that you can easily put together the perfect lesson for your ministry each weekend, which means no more agonizing over how to adjust complicated lesson plans. 

About This Curriculum:

• Perfect for kids ages 6-12
• 4-weeks
• Includes large group and small group resources
• This curriculum is an instant download
• Download a free sample here
• Includes NIRV, NIV, NLT, and KJV Memory Verse Graphics
• Includes Editable Text Files

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