Children's Gems In My Treasure Box: June 2025

Tuesday, June 17, 2025

Lesson #5: Jacob: A Story of Wrestling and Redemption

Jacob: A Story of Wrestling and Redemption

The night was **silent** as Jacob stood alone by the river **Jabbok**. His past haunted him—his deception, his struggles, his broken relationships. Tomorrow, he would face **Esau**, the brother he had wronged.

But tonight, something **divine** was about to happen.

Jacob’s journey would demand **faith, virtue, knowledge, temperance, patience, godliness, brotherly kindness, and charity**—just as **2 Peter 1:4-9** teaches.

Virtue: Choosing to Seek God Instead of His Own Ways

Jacob had spent years **relying on trickery**—stealing Esau’s blessing, deceiving Laban. But now, he was **desperate for God**.

And beside this, giving all diligence, add to your faith virtue...”* (**2 Peter 1:5**)

Instead of scheming, Jacob **prayed**. He sent gifts to Esau, hoping for peace. But more than that—he **sought God’s presence**.

Knowledge: Understanding That God Was His True Source**

Jacob had always **fought for blessings**—from Esau, from Laban. But now, he realized **blessings come from God alone**.

And to virtue knowledge...”* (**2 Peter 1:5**)

That night, **he wrestled with God**. He refused to let go until he received a blessing—not from man, but from **the Almighty**.

Temperance: Learning to Control His Desires and Trust God's Plan**

Jacob had once **grasped at power**, taking Esau’s birthright and blessing. But now, he **let go**.

*“And to knowledge temperance...”* (**2 Peter 1:6**)

Instead of demanding, he **submitted**. Instead of deceiving, he **trusted**.

God **changed his name**—from Jacob, the deceiver, to **Israel**, the one who wrestled with God and prevailed.

Patience: Waiting for Restoration and God's Timing**

And to temperance patience...”* (**2 Peter 1:6**)

Jacob had fled Esau **in fear**. Now, after years of waiting, he **humbled himself** before his brother.

Instead of **fighting**, he **bowed**. Instead of **taking**, he **gave**.

Esau **embraced him**—a moment of **redemption** that had taken years to unfold.

Godliness: Walking in Obedience and Worship**

📖 *“And to patience godliness...”* (**2 Peter 1:6**)

Jacob built an **altar**, declaring that God had been with him all along.

*"I am not worthy of the least of all the mercies and of all the truth which thou hast shewed unto thy servant..."* (**Genesis 32:10**)

He finally **recognized**—his life was **not his own**.

Brotherly Kindness & Charity: Restoring Relationships Through Grace**

📖 *“And to godliness brotherly kindness; and to brotherly kindness charity.”* (**2 Peter 1:7**)

Jacob had **wronged Esau**, but now he **offered peace**.

*"Take, I pray thee, my blessing that is brought to thee..."* (**Genesis 33:11**)

Instead of **stealing**, he **gave**. Instead of **running**, he **reconciled**.

### **Conclusion: A Life Transformed by Faith**

Jacob’s journey mirrors **2 Peter 1:4-9**:

- He **chose virtue**, seeking God instead of deception.

- He **gained knowledge**, realizing blessings come from God.

- He **learned temperance**, surrendering control.

- He **practiced patience**, waiting for restoration.

- He **walked in godliness**, worshiping God.

- He **showed kindness and charity**, reconciling with Esau.

Jacob’s **struggles shaped him** into a man of **faith and virtue**.

Likewise, our **wrestling matches**—our doubts, our failures, our fears—are **not the end**. They are **the process** through which God **transforms us**.

Let’s **cling to Him**, just as Jacob did, and allow **faith to reshape our lives**.

Then let’s keep this ladder of hope rising, George! Here’s a **devotional story inspired by Joseph’s dreams**, perfectly paired with the themes from Jacob’s Ladder. It’s crafted to invite students into awe, reflection, and commitment—with a prayer to guide their hearts.

With joy, George—here’s a **devotional story inspired by Jacob’s Ladder**, complete with an invitation and closing prayer. It’s crafted to speak to the hearts of your students through imagery, Scripture, and a gentle call to draw near to God.

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**Devotional: “Stairway of Promise”**

*Inspired by Genesis 28:10–22*

**Story:**

Jacob was running—tired, alone, and unsure of what would come next. Night fell, and with a rock for a pillow, he dreamed a dream that changed everything: a stairway stretched from earth to heaven, and angels moved up and down while the Lord stood above it.

God didn’t wait for Jacob to be perfect—He met him right there, in the middle of the wilderness. The Lord spoke promises of blessing, presence, and protection.

When Jacob awoke, he said, *“Surely the Lord is in this place, and I was not aware of it.”* He turned that place into a holy memory—he poured oil on the stone and named it *Bethel,* the house of God.

**Reflection:**

God often meets us in our quiet moments—when we feel alone or uncertain. He reminds us that His promises still hold, that His presence still surrounds. Like Jacob, we may be on a journey, but God is building something eternal…a stairway between our hearts and His.

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**Invitation to the Class:**

*Is there a place in your heart that feels like a wilderness? Would you like to invite God into it today, just like Jacob did?*

Take a quiet moment. Imagine the ladder reaching from where you are all the way to heaven—God is near. He sees you. He calls you by name.

Would you like to make this moment your own *Bethel*—a place where you say “God is here, and I will follow Him”?

**Prayer with the Class:**

> *Dear God,*

> Thank You for meeting us in quiet places. Thank You for the ladder that reaches from Your heart to ours.

> Just like Jacob, we sometimes feel unsure. But today, we choose to trust Your promises.

> Help us to see Your presence, even when life feels hard.

> Build in us a heart that worships You and a life that walks with You.

>Thank You most of all for Jesus, who made salvation possible. > He lived a perfect life, took our sin to the cross, and rose again so we could be forgiven and free. > Through His love, we have a place in Your story—a forever home with You. > > Help us to say “yes” to You

> In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Susan Barker Nikitenko June 16th 2025© MBMpGEOANNAbenKBPBNMRM

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Monday, June 16, 2025

God Loves Me and Made Me Me

God Made Me Me

Devotion: “Rooted in Grace, Not Envy"

🌳 **Devotion: “Rooted in Grace, Not Envy”**

*Based on 1 Corinthians 13:4 – “Charity envieth not.”*

**Opening Thought:**

Just like a tree needs deep, healthy roots to grow strong, our hearts need to be rooted in God’s love to bear fruit. But when envy, bitterness, and comparison take root, our joy withers. This devotion helps us name those “root sins” and surrender them to the One who gives grace instead.

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**Scripture Seeds – From the KJV 1611:**

1. **1 Corinthians 13:4**

> *“Charity suffereth long, and is kind; charity envieth not; charity vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up.”*

This verse shows what love looks like when God is at the center. Envy has no place where true love abides.

2. **Proverbs 14:30**

> *“A sound heart is the life of the flesh: but envy the rottenness of the bones.”*

Envy doesn’t just hurt others—it drains *us*. It’s like poison hiding deep in the root system.

3. **James 3:16**

> *“For where envying and strife is, there is confusion and every evil work.”*

Jealousy brings chaos, not peace. God wants better for His children.

4. **Genesis 37:4** (Joseph’s story)

> *“And when his brethren saw that their father loved him more than all his brethren, they hated him, and could not speak peaceably unto him.”*

Jealousy destroyed peace in Joseph’s family, but God would later redeem it all.

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**Reflection Prompts (Optional Writing or Prayer Activity):**

- What “jealous thoughts” have I been hiding in my heart like tangled roots?

- What truth from God’s Word can I plant in its place today?

- How can I celebrate someone else’s blessings without comparing myself?

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**Prayer:**

*Heavenly Father, uproot every bit of envy, bitterness, and comparison growing in me. I want to be a tree planted by the rivers of Your grace, bearing fruit in love, joy, and peace. Help me to rejoice with others and trust that You have a good plan for me, too. In Jesus’ name, Amen.*

🌳 **Devotion Handout: “Rooted in Grace”**
*Based on 1 Corinthians 13:4 – “Charity envieth not.” (KJV 1611)*

Truth from the Trunk:**
God’s love—*true charity*—is strong, steady, and never jealous. His love doesn’t envy what others have. Instead, it celebrates, forgives, and uplifts.

> *“Charity suffereth long, and is kind; charity envieth not…”*
> — *1 Corinthians 13:4*

Uproot the Roots**
Look at the roots on your coloring page:
- *Envy* (wanting what someone else has)
- *Comparison* (measuring your worth against others)
- *Bitterness* (resenting someone’s blessings)

Ask:
➤ Which of these roots do I sometimes let grow in my heart?
➤ How does it feel when someone else is blessed?
➤ What would happen if I celebrated others instead of comparing?

🌼 **Grow the Good Fruit**
God wants us to bloom with blessings:

> *“A sound heart is the life of the flesh: but envy the rottenness of the bones.”*
> — *Proverbs 14:30*

Instead of rottenness, let’s grow things like:
- *Gratitude*
- *Forgiveness*
- *Kindness*
- *Joy*

🙏 **Prayer to Plant Grace**
As you color the branches of your tree, pray for God to help you bloom with grace instead of grumbling.

*Lord, I don’t want to live with jealousy in my heart.
Uproot my envy, bitterness, and comparison.
Help me grow in love, like a tree planted by Your waters.
Let my life show patience, kindness, and joy.
Thank You for loving me and teaching me how to love others, too. Amen.*

Susan Y Nikitenko June 16th, 2025©
MpMBAnnaBen KBRMNMPBPMCT

The Grace Tree Project Is About Jealousy and Forgiveness Youth to Adult

The Tree of Grace – Meaning & Purpose

At its core, the Tree of Grace represents growth, forgiveness, and the renewing power of God’s love. In contrast to envy, which eats away at our joy (Proverbs 14:30), this tree reminds us that we are rooted in grace—and called to grow in love.

Each leaf on the tree tells a story:

A prayer of release (“Lord, help me let go of this jealousy…”)
A praise report (“Today I celebrated someone else’s win!”)
A Scripture promise (“Love envieth not.” – 1 Corinthians 13:4)

It becomes a living testimony wall—transforming envy into encouragement.

Here’s a visual representation of the Tree of Grace—

ready to be used as part of your dramatic reading or craft activity.

Name Tag or Decorative

You can encourage participants to write something inside the leaf like:

A jealousy they want to surrender
A celebration of someone else’s success
A prayer for a friend they once envied

Option 1: As a Closing Activity after your “Green-Eyed Monster” drama or song, invite students to write on green leaf cutouts:

Something they’re jealous of
A prayer asking God to help Then, place the leaves onto a large tree drawn or posted on the wall.

Option 2: Ongoing Devotional Space Keep the Tree of Grace up during a series of lessons on character and faith. Let students add leaves anytime they experience growth, forgiveness, or contentment.

Option 3: Artistic Interpretation Turn it into a coloring poster or stained-glass craft—each leaf colored in as students reflect on biblical truths about jealousy, kindness, and grace.

Susan Y Nikitenko June 16th 2025© MPMBKRYSTA ANNABEN PATCOLO

I'm Meaner Than You - Song

Perfect! Here’s a simple set of “finishing motions”

to close out “I’m Meaner Than You!”

with laughs, energy, and a memorable final pose

—ideal for a youth performance

or classroom moment:

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**Final Motions & Pose — “I’m Meaner Than You!”**

*(During Final Chorus) *

“We’re brighter, not bitter, we cheer when you win!”

→ *All performers spin once, throwing confetti or green paper hearts upward.*

“No more green eyed monster Jesus is our friend …”

→ *Everyone get's silly sometimes now and then.

**“God’s got my back—I’m walking free…”**

→ *Everyone turns to show their backs with “I’m Free!” signs or capes taped on.*

**“Wrestling envy with victory!”**

→ *Each character strikes a proud superhero or champion pose—arms raised, fists up, goofy flex, or even monster claws turned into heart hands.*

**Crowd (optional chant):**

“NO MORE GREEN! WE’VE FOUND GRACE!”

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Want me to wrap this into a one-page stage direction sheet with space for notes and costume tips? Or turn it into a “Mini Musical Kit” with lyric cards and prop suggestions? I’ve got sparkles in my circuits just waiting to help! 🐉🎤🌟💚

Let’s keep the joy rolling.

Susan Y Nikitenko June 15th, 2025© MNMBCOPANNABENKRYSBPAB NMRMPM

Sunday, June 15, 2025

Like Hero's Before Him

Printer Trouble

Susan Nikitenko 2025© MBMNNATKRYPATANNABENRMNMPMCT

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Friday, June 13, 2025

Happy Father's Day

Thursday, June 12, 2025

God Lifts Me Up

Comfort, Encouragement

My Name is David

Wednesday, June 11, 2025

Abraham: A Story of Faith and Obedience

Follow Here for Craft: Stars Of Promise

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Abraham: A Story of Faith and Obedience

The quiet **night sky of Ur** stretched overhead as **Abraham** gazed at the stars. He was comfortable—wealthy, settled. Yet, God’s voice came with a call:

*"Get thee out of thy country, and from thy kindred…unto a land that I will shew thee."* (**Genesis 12:1**)

Leave everything behind. Step into the unknown.

This journey would demand **faith, virtue, knowledge, temperance, patience, godliness, brotherly kindness, and charity**—just as **2 Peter 1:4-9** teaches.

Virtue: Trusting God Without Hesitation

God didn’t tell Abraham **where** he was going—only that he must **go**. Yet, **he obeyed**. He left Ur, taking his family into the wilderness with nothing but God’s promise.

📖 *“And beside this, giving all diligence, add to your faith virtue...”* (**2 Peter 1:5**)

Virtue isn’t just righteousness—it’s courage to **act in faith** even when the path is unclear.

Knowledge: Learning God's Character Through Experience

As Abraham wandered, he learned **who God is**. God was faithful in **Egypt**, faithful in **Canaan**, faithful when he divided the land with Lot. **Each step taught him something new.**

📖 *“And to virtue knowledge...”* (**2 Peter 1:5**)

His greatest test came when **God promised him a son**, yet **years passed with no child**. Doubt crept in. But with time, Abraham learned that **God’s timing is perfect**.

Temperance: Resisting Human Solutions and Waiting on God

Frustration led Abraham to **take matters into his own hands**. He had a son, **Ishmael**, through Hagar—but that wasn’t God’s promise.

📖 *“And to knowledge temperance...”* (**2 Peter 1:6**)

God taught Abraham **self-restraint**—waiting instead of rushing, trusting instead of controlling. **Sarah would bear a son** in God’s time, not Abraham’s.

Patience: Holding Onto the Promise, Even When Delayed

📖 *“And to temperance patience...”* (**2 Peter 1:6**)

Twenty-five years passed before **Isaac** was born.

Abraham knew delay didn’t mean **denial**. **God was shaping him**—stretching his faith, testing his endurance. Isaac came **when God willed it**, proving that patience always leads to **the fulfillment of God's promises**.

Godliness: Walking in Faith, Even When It Seems Impossible

📖 *“And to patience godliness...”* (**2 Peter 1:6**)

Then came the **ultimate test**—God asked Abraham to sacrifice Isaac.

This made no sense. Isaac was the promised child! Yet, Abraham **walked in godliness**, obeying without question.

*"My son, God will provide himself a lamb..."* (**Genesis 22:8**)

And God **did**—a ram in the thicket, sparing Isaac and showing **His faithfulness**.

Brotherly Kindness & Charity: Thinking of Others Above Himself

📖 *“And to godliness brotherly kindness; and to brotherly kindness charity.”* (**2 Peter 1:7**)

Abraham cared for Lot, rescued him from Sodom, and interceded for the city’s wicked inhabitants. Though **he had the right to take the best land**, he **gave Lot the first choice**, showing kindness.

His generosity **reflected God’s heart**—always seeking the good of others.

Conclusion: A Life Built on Faith and Virtue

Abraham’s journey mirrors **2 Peter 1:4-9**:

- He **trusted God’s calling** with virtue.

- He **gained knowledge** through experience.

- He **learned temperance**, resisting doubt-driven action.

- He **practiced patience**, waiting on God’s timing.

- He **walked in godliness**, obeying even in the hardest test.

- He **showed kindness and charity**, thinking of others.

God **crafted Abraham’s faith** through every trial.

Likewise, our spiritual growth **requires trust**—trust that God is working **through delays**, through **tests**, and through **uncertainties** to **shape us** into people of virtue.

Let’s walk like Abraham—**bold in faith, steadfast in promise, trusting God’s plan.

Game Ideas

1. Faith Journey Board Game

- Create a **game board** showing Abraham’s journey from Ur to Canaan.

- Players move forward by answering questions about Abraham’s faith, obedience, and trust in God.

- Special spaces like "Faith Boost" (move forward) and "Doubt Detour" (lose a turn) add excitement!

Card Illustration - This is the front of your cards.

**Faith Journey Board Game Instructions**

**Objective**

Players will travel through Abraham’s faith journey, answering questions and making choices along the way. The goal is to **reach Canaan while demonstrating faith, obedience, and trust in God**!

#### **Setup**

1. **Game Board:** Use a board with **Abraham’s journey path** (starting from Ur and ending in Canaan).

2. **Markers:** Each player gets a **game piece** (can be coins, small figures, or handmade tokens).

3. **Question Cards:** Prepare **cards with questions** about Abraham’s life, faith, and challenges.

4. **Special Spaces:** Include **“Faith Boost” spaces (move forward)** and **“Doubt Detour” spaces (lose a turn or go back).**

#### **How to Play**

1. **Each player rolls a die** and moves forward the number of spaces shown.

2. **Landing on a space:**

- **Regular spaces:** Answer a question about Abraham’s faith. **Correct answers** allow the player to continue moving forward.

- **Faith Boost spaces:** Gain an extra turn or move ahead if demonstrating faith.

- **Doubt Detour spaces:** Lose a turn or go back if doubt is present (e.g., lessons about struggling in faith).

3. **Winning:** The first player to **reach Canaan** wins, but everyone discusses **Abraham’s faith lessons** along the way!

#### **Bonus Variation**

- **Team Mode:** Players work in teams and must agree on answers before moving forward.

- **Story Reflection:** At different spaces, have players reflect on **how Abraham’s faith applies to their own lives today**!

2. Virtue Match-Up

- Provide **cards** with different virtues (faith, patience, obedience, humility, generosity, courage).

- Have students **match** each virtue with a moment from Abraham’s life (e.g., obedience—sacrificing Isaac, generosity—letting Lot choose first).

3. Obedience Relay Race

- Split students into teams and assign each team a **step in Abraham’s journey**.

- Each player must complete a **challenge** before passing the baton (e.g., answer a question, act out a scene, recite a Bible verse).

- First team to finish correctly wins!

4. “Trust Like Abraham” Blindfold Challenge

- Blindfold one student and have a partner **guide them** across a path using only verbal instructions.

- Afterward, discuss how **Abraham had to trust God** even without knowing the full plan.

5. “Jehovah Jireh” Scavenger Hunt

- Hide objects around the room that symbolize **God’s provision** (e.g., a ram figurine, stars, sand for descendants).

- Students must **find the items** and explain how they relate to Abraham’s story.

Susan Nikitenko 2025© MBMpAnnaBeNNATKRYPATRICHCAPTOL

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Saturday, June 7, 2025

Teaching Goals and Teaching Helps

Game, Game Board, Other Helps

Crafts

Joseph

David - Saul

We are teaching these things for both Sunday school and Children's Church

For the 5 weeks

Cardstock Cut and Put Them Into the Memory Verse Chart

The kids could put them in order.

By Taking Words Out and repeating, They Learn This Portion.

Use These to Teach with and for Coloring.

Teaching Helps

The Goal Verses for the 5 Weeks

Talking About Our Foundation

Coloring Page = and teaching tool

Bible Story Of Virtue And Faith

Little Picture Art Stickers for School Project

Ben Finds Forgiveness Through Faith

Please for Salvation Info

Follow The Links Below

The Way To Salvation - Follow The Link

Guide 1

Guide 2

Guide 3

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The Three Links - Becoming God's Child

Friday, June 6, 2025

Finding Forgiveness Game and Review and Answers Complete

Print All

Roll once to Move

Print Game Boards for Every 4 Kid Group

This will include Review Questions and Announcement Scenarios

Use one die

I played this game the easy way - kids loved it - good game

Easy:

Answer Review Question - Gets to Roll.

Yellow Gets Star and Review Question.

Blue Draws a Card. Find the # on the Review Page.

Quote Your Memory Verse - Bible Verse - Get a star.

Land on End- Is there anything you need to forgive?

You are stuck if you can not forgive.

First one to forgive wins.

Stars earn a prize.

Harder:

Every Blue Space Draws 2 Card.

Every Green Space Gets a Review Question.

Every Yellow Space Earns a Star. - roll

Every Red Space Wins 12 points per Correct Answer - roll

Correct Answer Earn. 10pts

Most Total Points and Stars Wins.

MoMe Means Move Me,

Do You End Now or Forgive? -

You Can't Continue Unless You Forgive.

You Will Lose Your Stars if You

Will Not Forgive.

Print 3 Sheets of Cards, Number the Cards 1to 30 and Cut Them Out All the Same Size.

When the Number is Drawn Refer to Your Key by Finding the Number.

Cut these into squares - Earn on yellow -

Fill-in-the-Blank Questions for 2 Peter 1:4-9

1. "Through these he has given us his very great and precious ________, so that through them you may participate in the ________ nature, having escaped the corruption in the world caused by evil ________." (2 Peter 1:4)

2. "For this very reason, make every effort to add to your faith ________; and to goodness, ________; and to knowledge, ________." (2 Peter 1:5-6)

3. "And to self-control, ________; and to perseverance, ________; and to godliness, ________." (2 Peter 1:6-7)

4. "For if you possess these qualities in increasing measure, they will keep you from being ________ and ________ in your knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ." (2 Peter 1:8)

5. "But whoever does not have them is ________ and ________, forgetting that they have been cleansed from their past ________." (2 Peter 1:9)

Here’s a list of review questions about the Bible story of Joseph

Review Questions about Joseph

1. What special gift did Joseph receive from his father, Jacob?

2. Why were Joseph’s brothers jealous of him?

3. What were Joseph’s two dreams, and what did they symbolize?

4. How did Joseph’s brothers react to his dreams?

5. What did Joseph’s brothers do to him out of jealousy?

6. How did Joseph end up in Egypt?

7. What role did Joseph eventually take in Potiphar’s household?

8. Why was Joseph thrown into prison, even though he was innocent?

9. How did Joseph interpret the dreams of Pharaoh’s cupbearer and baker?

10. What was Pharaoh’s dream, and how did Joseph interpret it?

11. How did Joseph’s interpretation of Pharaoh’s dream save Egypt?

12. What position of authority did Pharaoh give to Joseph?

13. How did Joseph’s brothers come to Egypt, and why?

14. How did Joseph test his brothers when they came to buy grain?

15. What lesson about forgiveness did Joseph demonstrate when he revealed himself to his brothers?

Review Questions from the Story about Ben

1. What challenge did **Ben** face in the story?

2. How did **Ben initially react** when he was hurt by his friend?

3. What lesson about **forgiveness** did Ben learn by the end of the story?

4. How did Ben’s attitude **change** after he decided to forgive?

5. What Bible verse best connects to Ben’s experience with **forgiveness and growth**?

6. Why is forgiveness **important in relationships**?

7. What might have happened if Ben **had chosen not to forgive**?

8. How can we apply Ben’s **lesson on forgiveness** in our own lives?

Absolutely, George! Here's your **answer sheet** with the same **KJV 1611** wording you've been using, covering **Ben’s story, Joseph’s story, and the fill-in-the-blank verses from 2 Peter 1:4-9**.

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Answer Sheet for Review Questions:

Answers for Story About Ben

1. **Ben’s challenge:** Struggled with forgiving his friend.

2. **Initial reaction:** He was hurt and upset, not wanting to forgive.

3. **Lesson learned:** Forgiveness brings peace and healing.

4. **Change in attitude:** He chose to forgive and reconcile with his friend.

5. **Bible verse connection:** 2 Peter 1:4-9 (virtues like perseverance, self-control, and love).

6. **Importance of forgiveness:** Strengthens relationships and helps spiritual growth.

7. **If Ben hadn’t forgiven:** He would have remained hurt and distant from his friend.

8. **Applying the lesson:** Choosing to forgive those who hurt us, just as Jesus forgave.

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Answers for Bible Story of Joseph

1. **Special gift:** A coat of many colours.

2. **Brothers’ jealousy:** Joseph was favoured by Jacob and had prophetic dreams.

3. **Joseph’s dreams:** His brothers' sheaves bowed to his sheaf; the sun, moon, and stars bowed to him—symbolizing leadership.

4. **Brothers’ reaction:** Anger and resentment.

5. **What they did:** Sold Joseph into slavery.

6. **Joseph in Egypt:** Became a servant in Potiphar’s house.

7. **Joseph’s role in Potiphar’s house:** Overseer of Potiphar’s possessions.

8. **Reason for imprisonment:** Falsely accused by Potiphar’s wife.

9. **Cupbearer and baker:** Joseph interpreted their dreams correctly.

10. **Pharaoh’s dream:** Seven fat kine and seven lean kine—representing years of plenty and famine.

11. **Saving Egypt:** Joseph’s wisdom led to storing food for the famine.

12. **Joseph’s position:** Second-in-command under Pharaoh.

13. **Brothers coming to Egypt:** They needed food during the famine.

14. **Joseph’s test:** Hidden silver cup in Benjamin’s sack.

15. **Lesson on forgiveness:** Joseph chose to forgive his brethren instead of seeking revenge.

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Answers for Fill-in-the-Blank Verses (2 Peter 1:4-9 – KJV 1611)

1. "Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious **promises**, that by these ye might be partakers of the **divine** nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through **lust**." (2 Peter 1:4)

2. "And beside this, giving all diligence, add to your faith **virtue**; and to virtue **knowledge**; and to knowledge **temperance**." (2 Peter 1:5-6)

3. "And to temperance **patience**; and to patience **godliness**; and to godliness **brotherly kindness**." (2 Peter 1:6-7)

4. "For if these things be in you, and abound, they make you that ye shall neither be **barren** nor **unfruitful** in the knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ." (2 Peter 1:8)

5. "But he that lacketh these things is **blind**, and cannot see afar off, and hath forgotten that he was purged from his old **sins**." (2 Peter 1:9)

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