Series Overview
God has given each of us a key role to play in His story—but that doesn’t mean the journey will be easy. As we continue to follow the journey of God’s people, we discover that Moses wasn’t ready for his leading role; that Joshua and Caleb had to go against the flow; that Rahab put everything on the line for the sake of a God worshiped by her enemies; and that Ruth set aside the safety of home to forge into the unknown. God’s people were on the move, but every new step was an act of courage. While the kids in our ministry aren’t facing down an Egyptian ruler or setting off for new lands, they still need courage to do difficult things every single day. From speaking up in class to starting a conversation with a new kid to facing a doctor visit, kids need the help of God’s Holy Spirit. You can remind them that feeling scared doesn’t mean they can’t be brave. In fact, courage means trusting God to help you be brave. When kids choose to rely on God’s help to do something hard, even when they’re afraid, others can see God at work—and on the move.
Memory Verse
“When I’m afraid, I put my trust in you.” – Psalm 56:3, NIRV
Week One (October 5)
Moses
Bible Story: Exodus 3-6:12, 7-12:42; 13:17-14:31
Conversation Starter: When have you tried something new?
Application: Courage – When God helps you to be brave enough to do hard things
Insight: God’s Spirit/Transformation – Transforming my unique + imperfect life into the character of Jesus
Though he’s a larger-than-life figure to us now, Moses actually didn’t feel prepared for any of the challenges he faced. When God called to Moses out of a burning bush and told him to go to Pharaoh, Moses protested—even when God gave him signs. But God was patient with Moses and gave him the courage and help he needed to go before Pharaoh and order the release of God’s people. God helped Moses to brave the ten plagues and the flight from Egypt. And God helped Moses to stand firm when God’s people were trapped between the Red Sea and the Egyptian army.
Week Two (October 12)
Joshua + The Spies
Bible Story: Numbers 13-14:35
Conversation Starter: What are people afraid of?
Application: Courage – When God helps you to be brave enough to do hard things
Insight: God’s Spirit/Transformation – Transforming my unique + imperfect life into the character of Jesus
After a long journey through the wilderness, Moses and God’s people neared the land that God had promised to them. But when Moses sent out twelve spies to survey the land, they came back with mixed reports. While the spies all agreed the land was full of good things, ten of the spies were fearful of the people who lived there in strong, walled cities. Joshua and Caleb alone encouraged the people that God was with them and would help them take the land. But when God’s people gave in to panic instead of listening to Joshua, God told Moses the people must now wander in the wilderness for 40 years. Only Joshua and Caleb would live to enter the Promised Land.
Week Three (October 19)
Rahab Helps the Spies
Bible Story: Joshua 2 (suppt. Joshua 6:22-25)
Conversation Starter: When has someone helped you?
Application: Courage – When God helps you to be brave enough to do hard things
Insight: God’s Spirit/Transformation – Transforming my unique + imperfect life into the character of Jesus
Nearly forty years later, it was at last time for God’s people, now led by Joshua, to enter the Promised Land. But the strong-walled city of Jericho guarded the entrance to the new land. So Joshua sent two spies into the city, where they met a woman named Rahab. Instead of reporting the men, she risked everything to hide them from danger. Because of this, Rahab and her family were saved when God’s people conquered Jericho.
Mega Awesome Costume Party (October 26)
Mega Awesome Costume Party
Every week, we know that Sunday in Flatirons Kids is a MEGA PARTY! However, this particular Sunday, we are throwing a MEGA AWESOME COSTUME PARTY! I hope that you are dressed in your favorite, not-so-scary costume + get ready to party with your small group of kids. Throughout today, we will have games/prizes + chances to walk away with some MEGA AWESOME awards…so, SGL’s, get ready because this party is about to be a MEGA AWESOME BLAST!