In the Verse Kit Box:
(baggie with clay)
Review:
(Veteran Verse Kit Kids should review the verse below, as it follows the verse we are memorizing today.)
Lesson:
Threads to Weave into the Lesson:
This verse is quoted often due to the sanctity of life at conception. God created life, and abortion kills the unborn child. Although “fetus” is a scientific term, referring to the unborn child as a baby helps students grasp the importance of protecting life.
Vocabulary Words:
Make sure the student understands the difference between “wound” and “womb.”
Note: If the student seems disturbed at the picture, simply cover it up while learning the verse. Perhaps write it out on another card. He is just not ready for some of the details and we want to respect God’s timing in the child’ life. On the other hand, children may have more questions, so be prepared!
Lesson Itself:
Introduce the verse by reading all the way through it once, including the reference. (Keep in mind that the goal is to say/read it 7 times throughout the lesson). Most children will be able to memorize it after hearing it 7 times; it may take a few more times if the Verse Kits are new to the child.
Break up the 7 times by discussing the verse and it’s importance in fighting abortion (see Threads to Weave into the Lesson, above).
Read the verse again and have the student read it out loud. Have the student read it another time.
Discuss David’s writing as the psalmist. His work was put to music, and most of it repeats the same thing in different words, including this verse. Compare the top line to the bottom line: are they saying the same thing?
Read through the verse again, and then have the child read through it. See if they can say it without looking. If not, prompt them a little, or have them read through it before trying it from memory again.
Kit:
Clay kit. Approximately 5 different colors in the baggie. The Creator created us to create, so use your imagination! (One example from a student is below.)
Bible Literacy:
Help your student find Psalm 139:13. As you look it up, mention Psalms is the longest book in the Bible, with 150 chapters, and that it’s close to the middle of the Bible. Once you have found it, highlight or underline it so it is easy to find.
