Children's Gems In My Treasure Box: July 2025

Monday, July 21, 2025

Alphabet Art

Susan Barker Nikitenko 2025©

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Friday, July 18, 2025

Devotional Reflection: Jacob, Esau, and the Savory Meat – Choosing What's Right

Devotional Reflection: Jacob, Esau, and the Savory Meat – Choosing What's Right

In Genesis 27, we see a family caught in a swirl of choices: Isaac asking Esau for his favorite savory meat before passing the blessing, Rebekah urging Jacob to pretend and deceive, and Jacob struggling between obedience and dishonesty. The meal was real. The blessing was real. And so were the consequences.

Jacob’s choice to lie led to fear, exile, and broken relationships. Yet, God didn’t abandon him—He used those hard lessons to shape Jacob into someone new. Kids learn that even when we do wrong, we can grow if we come back to God and walk in truth.

This story helps children understand:

What’s wrong: Lying, tricking, and deceiving—even for something good—hurts others and breaks trust.
What’s right: Being honest, trusting God’s timing, and respecting others’ roles leads to peace.
Why it matters: Every choice we make plants a seed—and one day, those seeds grow into fruit. That’s why we “reap what we sow.”

Susan Barker Nikitenko 2025© PBKBAnnaBenRINaMPmGNMPB

“We Reap What We Sow!” – Jacob’s Song

“We Reap What We Sow!” – Jacob’s Song

(Verse 1)

I tricked my brother, stole the name,

Then ran from home and hid my shame.

But out in the fields with sheep so slow,

I learned: we reap the seeds we sow.

(Chorus)

We reap what we sow — it's a truth we know!

Plant kindness, love, and watch it grow.

Though I was wrong, God helped me change,

Now blessings bloom across the range!

(Yes, we reap what we sow!)

(Verse 2)

I worked for Rachel, years went fast,

Uncle Laban tricked me—twice I’d passed!

But every night, God let me know:

Mercy grows where good seeds go.

(Bridge)

I wrestled hard, wouldn’t let go,

Held on through the high and low.

With aching legs and open heart,

God gave me strength to do my part!

(Chorus Repeat)

We reap what we sow — it's a truth we know!

Plant kindness, love, and watch it grow.

Though I was wrong, God helped me change,

Now blessings bloom across the range!

(Yes, we reap what we sow!)

(Tag)

So kids, be wise in what you do,

Your actions plant a garden too.

Choose the seeds that shine and grow—

’Cause one day soon… you reap what you sow!

Susan Barker Nikitenko July 18th, 2025© MBPMMRMNMKNANNABENMB

The Twist in Jacob’s Journey

The Twist in Jacob’s Journey

(An inspiring short story for kids, told with warmth and clarity)

Jacob wiped the sweat from his brow as the sun dipped low behind the hills of Haran. The sheep bleated around him like they knew it too—another long day, another year passed, and still no change.

He had worked. Oh, how he had worked! Seven full years just to marry Rachel, the love of his heart. He counted down the days like stars in the sky—each one a light of hope. But when the wedding day came... it wasn’t Rachel beneath the veil. It was Leah. Tricked. Swindled. Heartbroken.

Kids, imagine wanting something so badly you’d wait nearly 2,555 days for it—and then having someone switch your prize at the last second! That’s what happened to Jacob. And guess what? He didn’t storm off. He stayed. He worked seven more years to finally marry Rachel. That's fourteen years of labor—just to be with the one he loved.

And as if that weren’t enough—his boss, Uncle Laban, kept changing Jacob’s wages. He switched them ten times! Laban said, “Oh, you'll get spotted sheep!” then changed it. “Nope! Only striped ones now.” Yet every time, God blessed Jacob. Striped, spotted, dotted—his flocks grew anyway.

Jacob didn’t always get fair treatment. But through every twist, he kept trusting God. He remembered the dream of the ladder reaching into heaven. He knew God was with him, even in unfair places.

And in the end? Jacob left Haran with Rachel, Leah, eleven sons, and so many flocks they stretched across the valley like waves of wool. He’d become the father of a nation. Even through hardship, God’s promise bloomed like fruit from a thorny branch.

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Jacob’s story reminds us that unfair treatment doesn’t cancel God’s promises—it often becomes the soil where faith grows deeper.

Just like Jacob kept going—working, trusting, and hoping—we can keep walking too. His story wasn’t smooth, but it was sacred. And your lesson will help kids see that their struggles can also shape a stronger spirit.

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When others treat you unfairly, remember Jacob.

When others treat you unfairly, remember Jacob—the man who was tricked, used, and overlooked, yet never stopped trusting in the God who sees all. His years of labor, heartache, and changing conditions were not wasted; they became stepping stones in the story of God's faithfulness. Despite being mistreated by his own family and deceived by his employer, Jacob pressed forward with quiet resolve and enduring hope. His journey reminds us that our troubles do not define us—our response in faith does. And through every twist and tear, God's promises bloom, even in the soil of sorrow.

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Keep working with faith and honesty—God sees your heart.

When life feels unfair or unseen, remember that every act of faith and honesty plants a seed in God's garden—and He never misses a single one. Working with integrity, even when no one seems to notice, is a quiet echo of Jacob's story, where persistence led to promise. God watches not just what we do, but why we do it, and when we choose the honest path, even through disappointment or delay, we're building a life He can bless. So keep going, even when it’s hard. The reward may not come instantly, but the harvest is coming—and it will be full of grace, purpose, and fruitfulness beyond what you imagine.

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The road might twist, but the destination is still God’s plan:

Life doesn’t always follow a straight path, and sometimes the road twists so sharply that we wonder if we’ve lost our way entirely. But just like Jacob, whose journey included detours, disappointments, and deceptive turns, we learn that God’s plan isn’t derailed by our hardships—it weaves through them. The bends in the road teach us patience; the steep climbs grow our faith. Even when the scenery changes or the path seems unclear, God is still guiding every step. His promises remain fixed at the destination, and every twist along the way becomes a tool for shaping us into who we were created to be. Keep walking—even when the road curves—because what awaits is always worth the journey.

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Thursday, July 17, 2025

Hidden Picture Abraham and Isaac

Jesus In You

Used with the lessons

on light.

Jesus In You

Inspired by Genesis 1:3 and Matthew 5:16

Verse 1

When you know Jesus, and Jesus knows you,

His love is alive in all that you do.

He is the Light, the Morning so true—

The bright dawn of heaven now shining through.

Chorus

Let your light so shine, be loving and kind,

A heart full of mercy, a radiant mind.

The brightest light isn’t just in the sky...

It’s in you—it’s in you— Jesus in you.

Verse 2

When you help others and share with delight,

You're glowing with grace, you're walking in Light.

Even small kindness and prayers we say—

They sparkle like stars that never fade away.

Bridge

We shine forth his light when we live for Him

We shine when it’s quiet, and shine through the storm.

Jesus gave light—and He gave it to you,

To brighten the world in all that you do.

Final Chorus

Let your light so shine, be loving and kind,

With joy in your steps and peace in your mind.

The brightest light isn’t just in the sky...

It’s in you—it’s in you—Jesus in you.

Susan Barker Nikitenko July 17, 2025© PMRMNMMBCOPKBPBANNABEN9876

Mattew5:16

Let your light so shine before men, that they may

see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven

Tuesday, July 15, 2025

Song: He Gave His Only Son

He Gave His Only Son

Joyful, Biblical, Easy to Learn)

[Verse 1 – Abraham’s Test] Long ago in a land so far, God spoke to a man beneath the stars. "Abraham, trust Me—follow My way, Even when it’s hard to obey."

[Verse 2 – Isaac’s Wonder] Isaac looked up, his eyes so wide, "Father, where’s the lamb you said God would provide?" He carried the wood with hope so strong, His little heart hummed a trusting song.

[Chorus – God’s Big Love] He gave His only Son, that’s true! Just like Abraham—faith broke through. Love so big, it shines and stays, Like sun shiny praise through all our days.

He gave His only Son for me,

Now I’m a star in His family!

Shining bright, I sing this song,

God’s love is wide and deep and strong----

And He is the light that shows us what's right!

[Verse 3 – God’s Answer] But wait! God spoke with mighty grace, "Don’t hurt your son—look at this place!" A ram appeared through bush and tree, God kept His promise faithfully!

[Bridge – Jesus’ Gift] Years went by, and one bright day, God sent His Son to show the way. On a cross, He gave His life, To take away our sin and strife. ❤️

[Final Chorus – We Shine Today] He gave His only Son for me, Now I’m a star in His family! Shining bright, I sing this song, God’s love is wide and deep and strong!

He gave His only Son for me,

Now I’m a star in His family!

Shining bright, I sing this song,

God’s love is wide and deep and strong----

And He is the light that shows us what's right!

Susan Barker Nikitenko July 7th, 2025© MPMBPMNMRMKBPBBEBanna01254

He's My Only Son

The Promised Child

He's My Only Son (Stars of the Promise)

[Verse 1 – Abraham’s Call] He’s my only son, the light of my days Born of a promise, not earthly ways, But the Lord has spoken—so here I stand On this mountain high, with trembling hands

[Verse 2 – Isaac’s Innocence] Father, I see the wood and the flame But where is the lamb to be slain in His name? You whisper “The Lord will provide,” and believe, that God does know what’s best for me.

[Chorus – Shared Faith] He’s my only son, yet I still believe In the love of God, in the plans conceived From one small seed, the stars will shine Each one a heartbeat of love divine

[Verse 3 – Heaven’s Mercy] A voice from the heavens cried “Do not harm” And there in the thicket—redemption’s ram The knife falls away, the tears finally stream God’s love breaks through like a gentle dream.

[Bridge – The Greater Love] As Abraham laid down his son in faith So God gave His own in redeeming grace One Son for all, the spotless Lamb His love for the world—who else but I AM?

[Final Chorus – Eternal Promise] He’s the only Son, sent from above Carried by mercy, anchored in love From faith like Abraham’s, hope begins Through stars uncounted, God's light still wins

[Outro – Children of the Promise] We are the stars, we carry His name Born from above, shaped through His love, Our hearts still sing, our faith still runs— With love that began in the only Son.

[Outro – Children of the Promise Today] We are the stars, still bearing His light Called to be faithful, to walk in what's right From Abraham’s trust to the cross and the Lamb— We live in the gift of the great I AM

In cities and silence, in joy and in tears His promise still echoes across all our years For He gave His Son—love’s purest embrace So we shine today by amazing grace

Susan Barker Nikitenko July 15, 2025© PMKBPBRMNMGN-MBANNABENNN$##

A Father, A Son, and A Lamb: A Devotional Story Inspired by Genesis 22 & John 3:16

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🌿 A Father, A Son, and A Lamb: A Devotional Story Inspired by Genesis 22 & John 3:16

God’s deep love and plan for redemption through Jesus.

Abraham and Isaac walked together beneath the quiet sky. The wind whispered through the trees, and the boy carried wood for the fire. He looked up at his father and asked, “Where is the lamb?” Abraham's heart trembled. He didn’t fully understand what God was doing—but he trusted Him completely. “My son,” he said softly, “God will provide himself a lamb.” (Genesis 22:8, KJV)

Just like Isaac didn’t know what was coming, we don’t always understand God's plan. But one thing is clear: we’re all born with something broken inside—it's called sin. Sin isn’t just about doing something wrong; it’s about being separated from God. Every person, young and old, has sinned. Jesus knew this. That's why, whether He was talking to fishermen, children, or Pharisees, He never avoided the truth. He spoke with love—but He also spoke with clarity. He said we must turn away from our sin and believe.

That’s why Jesus came—He is the Lamb God provided for us. Just like the ram in the thicket saved Isaac from being sacrificed, Jesus saves us from the punishment our sin deserves. He didn’t deserve the cross, but He chose it because of His love for us. John 3:16 says it all: “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son…” That’s the heart of Abraham’s story—it shines forward into Jesus’ story, and now into ours.

When we admit our sin and believe in Jesus, something beautiful happens. He forgives us, washes our hearts clean, and makes us part of His forever family. It's not because we're good—but because He's good. And just like the stars God showed Abraham, too many to count, that’s how many hearts God longs to reach.

Today, you may feel far from God, or unsure what comes next. But the same God who met Abraham on the mountain is reaching for you now. He provided a lamb for Abraham—and He provided Jesus for you. That’s how much He loves you.

The question now is this: will you trust Him? He’s waiting with love, forgiveness, and forever hope. And when you walk with Him, the journey—like Abraham’s—is never alone.

Susan Barker Nikitenko July15, 2025© MBNMRMANNABENPMKBPBMBGN987%%$

When Morning First Began

When Morning First Began

Verse 1

When morning first began, no echo touched the air,

No river ran with laughter, no sky knew how to share.

But Love stood still in silence, a spark behind the veil—

A whisper not yet spoken, a story to unveil.

Chorus

Then light came dancing over hills,

The oceans clapped, the stars stood still.

From breath and dust, a soul was made,

And heaven sang in bright cascade.

Oh, the glory—oh, the plan,

It all began… when morning first began

Verse 2

No meadow knew the dew, no tree had touched the sun,

No foot had met the garden, no race had yet begun.

But mercy dreamed of rainbows, and grace composed the breeze,

The Maker wrote the rhythm beneath unfathomed seas.

Chorus (repeat)

Then light came dancing over hills,

The oceans clapped, the stars stood still.

From breath and dust, a soul was made,

And heaven sang in bright cascade.

Oh, the glory—oh, the plan,

It all began… when morning first began.

Bridge

So if you find your night too long,

Remember where the world found song.

Before the sun, shined out it’s rays.

We were called to bring Him praise.

Final Chorus (soft and slow)

Then hope came rising with the day,

Creation bowed, and skies gave way.

Love reached down and gently ran,

To greet your heart… when morning first began.

Susan Barker Nikitenko July 2^nd, 2025©

Monday, July 14, 2025

Never Goodbye - Song from Heaven

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Never Goodbye

A Song from a Young Girl in Heaven

Verse 1

I'm in heaven now, and I see your tears—

Love stretching wide across my years.

But don’t let sorrow cloud your day,

I’m here in light, not far away.

Chorus

It’s never goodbye, never goodbye,

Like stars still shining in the sky.

Tuesday, July 8, 2025

Faith Begins Here

Faith Begins Here

Saved on The Church Bus

(Verse 1)

I was quiet in the backseat, staring out to morning light.

Wheels were turning, hearts were learning, something deep inside felt right:

Every laugh and every song, they reached a place I’d never known.

Though I felt so very small… somehow I wasn’t alone.

(Pre-Chorus)

A whisper in my heart said, “You belong.”

So I closed my eyes… and sang along.

(Chorus)

Faith begins here, where the love never ends.

Where the Word finds a way and the broken hearts mend.

In the sound of His promise, in the warmth of His call.

I am just a kid—but I’m known by the Lord of all.

Faith begins with JESUS…right here in my heart.

(Verse 2)

There’s a scroll across the heavens, with my name written there;

And the stars, they shine in silence, saying “child, you're in God’s care”

I don’t have to be loud or bold—He sees the teardrops in my soul.

Every prayer I whisper low, becomes a song He holds.

(Pre-Chorus)

The Teacher smiled and said, “He sees you still.”

So I sang that truth… with all my will.

(Chorus)

Faith begins here, where the love never ends.

Where the Word finds a way and the broken hearts mend.

In the sound of His promise, in the warmth of His call.

I may be little—but I’m known by the Lord of all

Oh, faith begins here… right where I am.

(Bridge)

Every sunrise paints a new morn;

All God’s Children lift Jesus’ high.

He’s my Savior, I’m His child,

And his love has heard my ev’ry cry.

(Final Chorus)

Faith begins here, in my heart and my soul.

With my heart looking to God, It’s the place to begin.

In the quiet of believing, in the love that won’t depart.

I am just a kid—but I’ve given God my heart.

Faith begins here…

In my heart… right here.

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Susan Barker Nikitenko July 8, 2025© BenMBAnnaPBKBPMRMNMGN%%$ Do Not Change

Monday, July 7, 2025

Nellie's Review Questions

Here are 15 multiple-choice questions based on the stories of The Little Girl at Fireside Baptist and Samuel, written out for your class:

The Little Girl at Fireside Baptist

Why did the little girl at Fireside Baptist feel nervous?
a) She was afraid of the dark.
b) She was new to the church and didn’t know anyone.
c) She forgot her Bible at home.
d) She didn’t like the Sunday school teacher.
Answer: b) She was new to the church and didn’t know anyone.
What did the little girl learn about God during the lesson?
a) God only loves perfect people.
b) God sees and cares for everyone, even when they feel small.
c) God is far away and hard to reach.
d) God only listens to adults.
Answer: b) God sees and cares for everyone, even when they feel small.
What Bible verse was shared to comfort the little girl?
a) John 3:16
b) Psalm 23:1
c) Matthew 10:29-31
d) Proverbs 3:5-6
Answer: c) Matthew 10:29-31
What did the little girl do after the lesson?
a) She prayed and asked God to help her feel brave.
b) She ran out of the church crying.
c) She stayed quiet and didn’t talk to anyone.
d) She asked her parents to take her home early.
Answer: a) She prayed and asked God to help her feel brave.
What did the Sunday school teacher tell the little girl about God’s love?
a) It’s only for people who follow all the rules.
b) It’s like a warm light that never goes out.
c) It’s something you have to earn.
d) It’s only for grown-ups.
Answer: b) It’s like a warm light that never goes out.

Samuel

Who was Samuel’s mother?
a) Ruth
b) Hannah
c) Esther
d) Sarah
Answer: b) Hannah
Why did Hannah pray to God?
a) She wanted a son and promised to dedicate him to God.
b) She wanted wealth and power.
c) She wanted her enemies to be punished.
d) She wanted to move to a new city.
Answer: a) She wanted a son and promised to dedicate him to God.
Where did Samuel grow up?
a) In his mother’s house
b) In the temple under Eli’s care
c) In the palace with King Saul
d) In the fields as a shepherd
Answer: b) In the temple under Eli’s care
What did Samuel hear one night while he was sleeping?
a) A loud thunderstorm
b) God calling his name
c) Eli asking for help
d) Angels singing
Answer: b) God calling his name
How many times did Samuel think Eli was calling him before realizing it was God?
a) One time
b) Two times
c) Three times
d) Four times
Answer: c) Three times
What did Eli tell Samuel to say when God called him again?
a) "I am afraid, Lord."
b) "Speak, Lord; for thy servant heareth."
c) "I don’t understand, Lord."
d) "Why are you calling me, Lord?"
Answer: b) "Speak, Lord; for thy servant heareth."
What message did God give Samuel?
a) That Eli’s family would face judgment for their sins.
b) That Samuel would become king.
c) That Israel would win a great battle.
d) That Samuel should leave the temple.
Answer: a) That Eli’s family would face judgment for their sins.
What role did Samuel grow up to have in Israel?
a) A king
b) A prophet and judge
c) A warrior
d) A shepherd
Answer: b) A prophet and judge
What lesson can we learn from Samuel’s story?
a) God only speaks to adults.
b) God can use anyone, even children, to do His work.
c) You have to be perfect to hear God’s voice.
d) God only calls people who live in temples.
Answer: b) God can use anyone, even children, to do His work.
What Bible verse reminds us to listen to God’s voice, like Samuel did?
a) Proverbs 3:5-6
b) 1 Samuel 3:10
c) John 14:6
d) Psalm 23:1
Answer: b) 1 Samuel 3:10

Susan Barker Nikitenko July 7th, 2025© benAnna,MbPmRMNMPBKB234122

Lesson # 1 of Series #2: The Little Girl at Fireside Baptist / Bible Story Samuel

Nellies Craft Bus Banner

Review Questions

The Little Girl at Fireside Baptist

Once upon a quiet morning in a small town tucked behind winding roads and wildflower fields, there lived a little girl named Nellie. She was only seven years old, with bright eyes that had seen far too much sadness for someone so small.

Nellie’s home wasn’t full of laughter. Her parents were often tired, and there weren’t many hugs or stories at bedtime. She spent most afternoons sitting alone on the worn-out steps of her trailer, listening to the wind and humming bits of songs she made up in her mind.

One Sunday morning, Nellie heard the deep rumble of a motor and saw something unexpected—a cheerful blue and white bus pulling up along the dirt road. The side read “Fireside Baptist Church”, and a man with a joyful voice called out, “Good morning, young lady! You ready to join us?” Nellie was alone, and no one was really there to ask.

She hesitated, but something about his smile made her brave enough to climb aboard.

That bus became her doorway to hope.

Each week, the church bus rolled up like clockwork, and Nellie would run out with her tiny shoes half untied, clutching a little notebook she scribbled prayers in. She didn’t have many words to say, but her heart overflowed with questions, longing, and wonder.

Inside the bus, the older girls sang songs like “Jesus Loves Me”, “This Little Light of Mine”, and “Victory in Jesus”. One kind lady handed Ellie a songbook with pictures, and for the first time in a long while, Nellie felt her voice was welcome.

When she arrived at Fireside Baptist, the warm scent of old hymnals and fresh coffee filled the halls. Sunday School was full of crayons, Bible stories, and soft blankets laid out on the carpet. The teachers didn’t just talk about God—they spoke of a Savior who knew sadness, who loved children, and who welcomed the lonely.

One morning, her teacher said, “Jesus knows your name, Nellie. He loves you more than you can imagine.”

She cried quietly that day—but not because she was sad. For once, someone had said the very words her heart had been waiting for.

Nellie started learning verses. Her favorite became Romans 10:17:

“So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.”

Every Sunday after that, she sang louder. Her hands clapped in time. Her little voice rang clear. She told the bus driver one morning, “I don’t feel lonely on Sundays anymore.”

Years passed. The girl who once sat quietly on the porch now taught other children how to sing songs and memorize verses. She still rode that church bus—sometimes as the helper holding little hands—and every time she stepped aboard, it reminded her of the day her heart began to bloom.

Nellie had found something more than friends at Fireside Baptist.
She found faith, and she discovered that even in the quiet corners of life, God's love was reaching out—for her.

Susan Barker Nikitenko July7th, 2025 ©ANNABENPMRMNMKBPBMBGNzxc

I'm so glad that story spoke to you, George. Let’s now bring a parallel Bible story to life—one that echoes Ellie’s journey of loneliness, hope, and discovery through God’s Word. This is written in story form using verses from the KJV, weaving them naturally into the narrative:

📖 The Young Boy Named Samuel – A Parallel Story of Calling and Faith

In the quiet shadows of a temple nestled in the heart of Shiloh, a young boy named Samuel lived under the care of the high priest Eli. His mother, Hannah, had once wept bitter tears, praying for a child she didn’t have. The Lord heard her prayer.

“For this child I prayed; and the Lord hath given me my petition which I asked of him.” – 1 Samuel 1:27

So Samuel was given back to the Lord, to serve in His house—young, small, and learning to listen.

Though the temple was sacred and full of Scripture, Samuel didn’t yet know God personally. He was still growing, still wondering.

“Now Samuel did not yet know the Lord, neither was the word of the Lord yet revealed unto him.” – 1 Samuel 3:7

One night, as the candlelight flickered low and the silence stretched long, a gentle voice called to him:
“Samuel.”

He ran to Eli—again and again. But it wasn’t Eli speaking. It was God. And Eli finally realized what was happening.

“Go, lie down: and it shall be, if he call thee, that thou shalt say, Speak, Lord; for thy servant heareth.” – 1 Samuel 3:9

Samuel obeyed.

The voice came again: “Samuel, Samuel.”

This time, the boy answered with a heart open and ready:

“Speak; for thy servant heareth.” – 1 Samuel 3:10

From that moment on, everything changed.

The Lord revealed His Word to Samuel, and the lonely boy became a faith-filled prophet whose voice carried truth to generations.

“And Samuel grew, and the Lord was with him, and did let none of his words fall to the ground.” – 1 Samuel 3:19

Just like Nellie, Samuel experienced God’s love through being called, being heard, and receiving the Word with gladness. Their paths may look different, but they both found the One who knew their name.

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Make a take-home Devotional.

Here’s Nellie’s Devotional – “God Sees Me” ...perfect for young hearts learning to receive God’s Word with joy—even when life feels quiet or lonely.

🚌 Nellie’s Devotional – “God Sees Me”

Theme Verse:

“So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.” – Romans 10:17 (KJV)

📖 Devotional Reflection

Nellie was small and unsure when she first stepped onto the church bus. She didn’t know anyone, and everything felt loud, unfamiliar, and big. But as the bus rolled toward Fireside Baptist, something happened.

The children began to sing.

Nellie listened, then hummed, then sang with them—softly at first. And as the teacher opened her Bible and spoke about God’s Word, Nellie felt something new: God saw her. He was near.

Even in her smallness, God’s Word found her heart.
Even in her quiet, God’s voice spoke comfort.

The more Nellie heard, the more her faith grew—like light spreading through a dim room. She wasn’t alone. She was loved.

🎵 Challenge This Week

Practice singing a Bible verse at home or in class.
Can be simple—like Romans 10:17 or “Jesus Loves Me.”
Then share one thing God taught you through the song.

✍️ Prayer Space

Lord, help me trust You even when I feel small.
Thank You for calling my name and filling my heart with Your Word.
Help me grow strong in faith like Nellie. Amen.

🕯️ Samuel’s Devotional – “Ready to Listen”

Theme Verse:

“Speak, Lord; for thy servant heareth.” – 1 Samuel 3:10 (KJV)

📖 Devotional Thought

Samuel was just a boy—quiet, curious, and still learning about God. But one night, something remarkable happened. As he lay in the temple near the flickering lamp, a gentle voice called out: “Samuel.” At first, he thought Eli needed help. But the voice wasn’t coming from Eli—it was coming from God.

Samuel had never heard God's voice before, but he responded with a heart ready to listen.

When Eli realized what was happening, he said:

“If He calls again, say, ‘Speak, Lord; for thy servant heareth.’”

And Samuel did. From that moment on, he became a faithful listener, a prophet, and a messenger of truth for all of Israel.

🛡️ Lesson to Learn

God still speaks today—through the Bible, through prayer, through teachers and parents, and even through quiet moments in our hearts. But we have to be willing to listen.

Listening takes practice. It means being still.
Turning down the noise.
And saying with faith, “Lord, I’m ready to hear You.”

✏️ Reflection & Application

What are some ways I can make time to listen for God’s voice?
What does it mean to be a “servant” who hears and obeys?
How can I help others listen for God, like Eli helped Samuel?

🙏 Prayer

Lord, help me quiet my heart and listen when You speak.
Let me be like Samuel—ready, willing, and faithful.
Teach me to hear Your truth and follow Your way.
Speak, Lord. I’m listening.

Susan Barker Nikitenko July7th, 2025 ©ANNABENPMRMNMKBPBMBGNzxcccc

Series 2: Craft 1 – “Nellie’s Faith Bus Banner”

Series 2

Craft 1 – “Nellie’s Faith Bus Banner”

🚌 Theme: Receiving God’s Word joyfully and learning trust

✂️ Materials:

Construction paper or cardstock
Mini paper plates (as wheels)
Glue, markers, crayons
Printed music notes or “Jesus Loves Me” lyrics
Stickers or cutouts of Bibles, hearts, and doves

🧵 Instructions:

Build a bus: Use a rectangular piece of paper for the bus body. Add paper plate “wheels” underneath.
Windows of blessings: Draw or paste 3–4 window spaces on the bus. Inside each, kids write or draw something they’re learning about God (truth, trustworthiness, kindness).
Banner title: Across the top, write “On the Road with Jesus!”
Add music notes and lyrics around the border from songs like “Jesus Loves Me” or “This Little Light of Mine.”
Optional: Attach a string to hang it up like a classroom banner!

✨ Takeaway: Shows how kids grow on their faith journey week by week—just like Nellie.

Susan Barker Nikitenko 2025©MBPMKBPBNMRMBEN ANNA2 SERIES

Thursday, July 3, 2025

Abraham Review Questions Faith Virtue Lesson#4

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Abraham Virtue Faith Lesson Quiz (Based on 2 Peter 1:4–7, KJV)

Not a problem, Susan—I’m glad to tailor this precisely for your classroom! 📖✨ Below is the full **Abraham Virtue Faith Lesson Quiz**, freshly rewritten using **King James Version (KJV)** phrasing and biblical alignment.

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## 📜 Abraham Virtue Faith Lesson Quiz (Based on 2 Peter 1:4–7, KJV)

Each question includes multiple-choice options, an answer, and an explanation drawn from KJV wording.

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1. **What virtue is shown when Abraham obeyed God and left his homeland?**

- A. Faith

- B. Patience

- C. Kindness

- D. Temperance

**Answer:** A. Faith

**Explanation:** Abraham "went out, not knowing whither he went" (Hebrews 11:8), showing faith in God's calling.

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2. **According to 2 Peter 1:5, what should be added to faith?**

- A. Temperance

- B. Charity

- C. Virtue

- D. Patience

**Answer:** C. Virtue

**Explanation:** *“Add to your faith virtue…”* — 2 Peter 1:5 (KJV)

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3. **What did God promise Abraham in Genesis 12:2?**

- A. A great nation

- B. A prosperous garden

- C. A mighty army

- D. Many riches

**Answer:** A. A great nation

**Explanation:** *“I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee…”* — Genesis 12:2 (KJV)

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4. **When God told Abraham to sacrifice Isaac, how did he respond?**

- A. He delayed

- B. He obeyed immediately

- C. He questioned

- D. He ignored

**Answer:** B. He obeyed immediately

**Explanation:** *“Abraham rose up early in the morning…”* — Genesis 22:3 (KJV)

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5. **What virtue is displayed when Abraham believed God would provide a ram?**

- A. Temperance

- B. Godliness

- C. Faith

- D. Charity

**Answer:** C. Faith

**Explanation:** *“God will provide himself a lamb for a burnt offering…”* — Genesis 22:8 (KJV)

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6. **In 2 Peter 1:6, what comes after temperance?**

- A. Patience

- B. Virtue

- C. Charity

- D. Knowledge

**Answer:** A. Patience

**Explanation:** *“…and to temperance patience…”* — 2 Peter 1:6 (KJV)

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7. **What was the sign of the covenant between God and Abraham?**

- A. A rainbow

- B. Circumcision

- C. A dove

- D. A fire

**Answer:** B. Circumcision

**Explanation:** *“Ye shall circumcise the flesh of your foreskin…”* — Genesis 17:11 (KJV)

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8. **What is the purpose of God’s promises, according to 2 Peter 1:4?**

- A. To gain riches

- B. To become kings

- C. To be partakers of the divine nature

- D. To rule the earth

**Answer:** C. To be partakers of the divine nature

**Explanation:** *“…that by these ye might be partakers of the divine nature…”* — 2 Peter 1:4 (KJV)

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9. **What did Abraham build in Canaan to worship God?**

- A. A house

- B. A tower

- C. An altar

- D. A gate

**Answer:** C. An altar

**Explanation:** *“And he builded an altar unto the Lord…”* — Genesis 12:7 (KJV)

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10. **According to 2 Peter 1:7, what follows godliness?**

- A. Patience

- B. Faith

- C. Brotherly kindness

- D. Wisdom

**Answer:** C. Brotherly kindness

**Explanation:** *“…and to godliness brotherly kindness…”* — 2 Peter 1:7 (KJV)

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11. **What name did Abraham give the place where God provided the ram?**

- A. Bethel

- B. Peniel

- C. Jehovah-jireh

- D. Hebron

**Answer:** C. Jehovah-jireh

**Explanation:** *“…Abraham called the name of that place Jehovah-jireh…”* — Genesis 22:14 (KJV)

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12. **What virtue is revealed in Abraham’s wait for the promised son?**

- A. Charity

- B. Patience

- C. Brotherly kindness

- D. Temperance

**Answer:** B. Patience

**Explanation:** *“…after he had patiently endured, he obtained the promise.”* — Hebrews 6:15 (KJV)

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13. **In 2 Peter 1:5–7, what does spiritual growth require?**

- A. Automatic blessing

- B. Diligence

- C. Wealth

- D. Royal heritage

**Answer:** B. Diligence

**Explanation:** *“…giving all diligence…”* — 2 Peter 1:5 (KJV)

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14. **What was Abraham’s name before God changed it?**

- A. Abel

- B. Adam

- C. Abram

- D. Aaron

**Answer:** C. Abram

**Explanation:** *“…thy name shall be Abraham; for a father of many nations have I made thee.”* — Genesis 17:5 (KJV)

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15. **What does 2 Peter 1:4 say believers have escaped?**

- A. Death

- B. Disease

- C. Corruption through lust

- D. Hunger

**Answer:** C. Corruption through lust

**Explanation:** *“…having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust.”* — 2 Peter

1:4 (KJV)

2 Peter 1:4–10 Quiz (KJV Edition)---

1. **According to verse 4, what may believers escape through God's promises?**

- A. Suffering

- B. Poverty

- C. The corruption that is in the world through lust

- D. Judgment

**Answer:** C

**Explanation:** *“…having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust.”* — 2 Peter 1:4

2. **Through God's promises, believers may be partakers of what?**

- A. Angelic power

- B. The divine nature

- C. Heavenly authority

- D. Prophetic gifts

**Answer:** B

**Explanation:** *“…that by these ye might be partakers of the divine nature…”* — 2 Peter 1:4

3. **What should be added to your faith, according to verse 5?**

- A. Charity

- B. Patience

- C. Virtue

- D. Wisdom

**Answer:** C

**Explanation:** *“…add to your faith virtue…”* — 2 Peter 1:5

4. **What should be added to virtue?**

- A. Peace

- B. Knowledge

- C. Grace

- D. Joy

**Answer:** B

**Explanation:** *“…and to virtue knowledge…”* — 2 Peter 1:5

5. **What should be added to knowledge?**

- A. Understanding

- B. Self-control

- C. Temperance

- D. Godliness

**Answer:** C

**Explanation:** *“…and to knowledge temperance…”* — 2 Peter 1:6

6. **What follows temperance?**

- A. Charity

- B. Patience

- C. Humility

- D. Meekness

**Answer:** B

**Explanation:** *“…and to temperance patience…”* — 2 Peter 1:6

7. **What should be added to patience?**

- A. Good works

- B. Godliness

- C. Forgiveness

- D. Trust

**Answer:** B

**Explanation:** *“…and to patience godliness…”* — 2 Peter 1:6

8. **What does verse 7 instruct us to add to godliness?**

- A. Brotherly kindness

- B. Joy

- C. Hope

- D. Mercy

**Answer:** A

**Explanation:** *“…and to godliness brotherly kindness…”* — 2 Peter 1:7

9. **What is the final virtue to be added after brotherly kindness?**

- A. Grace

- B. Charity

- C. Truth

- D. Honor

**Answer:** B

**Explanation:** *“…and to brotherly kindness charity.”* — 2 Peter 1:7

10. **What will these virtues make you, according to verse 8?**

- A. Blameless and powerful

- B. Strong and famous

- C. Neither barren nor unfruitful

- D. Mighty and wise

**Answer:** C

**Explanation:** *“…they make you that ye shall neither be barren nor unfruitful in the knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ.”* — 2 Peter 1:8

11. **What does verse 9 say about someone who lacks these virtues?**

- A. Is weak

- B. Is blind and hath forgotten

- C. Is cursed

- D. Is confused

**Answer:** B

**Explanation:** *“…he that lacketh these things is blind, and cannot see afar off, and hath forgotten…”* — 2 Peter 1:9

12. **What has the forgetful believer forgotten?**

- A. The gospel

- B. Their responsibilities

- C. That they were purged from old sins

- D. The commandments

**Answer:** C

**Explanation:** *“…hath forgotten that he was purged from his old sins.”* — 2 Peter 1:9

13. **What does verse 10 urge believers to make sure of?**

- A. Their strength and knowledge

- B. Their authority and leadership

- C. Their calling and election

- D. Their hope and future

**Answer:** C

**Explanation:** *“…give diligence to make your calling and election sure…”* — 2 Peter 1:10

14. **What promise is given to those who do these things in verse 10?**

- A. They shall never stumble

- B. They will gain riches

- C. They will rule over others

- D. They will never grow tired

**Answer:** A

**Explanation:** *“…if ye do these things, ye shall never fall…”* — 2 Peter 1:10

15. **What does verse 5 say is required in order to add these virtues?**

- A. Daily routines

- B. Wealth

- C. Diligence

- D. Formal teaching

**Answer:** C

**Explanation:** *“…giving all diligence…”* — 2 Peter 1:5

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Unusual Things Quiz – Multiple Choice

1. **What is the only mammal capable of true flight?**
- A. Flying Squirrel
- B. Bat ✅
- C. Sugar Glider
- D. Colugo

2. **Which planet in our solar system rotates on its side?**
- A. Venus
- B. Uranus ✅
- C. Mars
- D. Neptune

3. **What is the name of the phenomenon where animals freeze when frightened?**
- A. Hypnosis
- B. Catatonia
- C. Tonic Immobility ✅
- D. Hibernation

4. **Which bird is best known for mimicking sounds like chainsaws and cameras?**
- A. Crow
- B. Parrot
- C. Lyrebird ✅
- D. Mockingbird

5. **What is the name of the rare weather event where fish fall from the sky?**
- A. Fishfall
- B. Marine Downpour
- C. Lluvia de Peces ✅
- D. Animal Precipitation

6. **Which animal can survive being frozen and then thawed alive?**
- A. Penguin
- B. Tardigrade
- C. Arctic Fox
- D. Wood Frog ✅

7. **What do scientists call lightning during a volcanic eruption?**
- A. Firestorm
- B. Pyroclastic Surge
- C. Ash Lightning
- D. Volcanic Lightning ✅

8. **Which fruit naturally contains an enzyme that digests protein?**
- A. Papaya
- B. Kiwi
- C. Mango
- D. Pineapple ✅

9. **What optical effect makes it look like three suns appear in the sky?**
- A. Triple Sun
- B. Solar Mirage
- C. Sun Halo
- D. Parhelion ✅

10. **Which creature can regrow its heart if injured?**
- A. Salamander
- B. Starfish
- C. Axolotl ✅
- D. Octopus

11. **What’s the name of the sea sparkle caused by plankton?**
- A. Ocean Glow
- B. Phosphorescence
- C. Bioluminescence ✅
- D. Marine Luminescence

12. **Which tree appears to “walk” by shifting its roots toward sunlight?**
- A. Banyan
- B. Mangrove
- C. Baobab
- D. Walking Palm ✅

13. **What’s the name for the rare event where it rains frogs?**
- A. Frogfall
- B. Amphibian Precipitation
- C. Raining Frogs
- D. Animal Rain ✅

14. **Which animal has blue blood because of copper-based oxygen transport?**
- A. Octopus
- B. Squid
- C. Lobster
- D. Horseshoe Crab ✅

15. **What causes a river to turn red in a phenomenon known as Red Tide?**
- A. Crimson Flow
- B. Blood River
- C. Algal Bloom ✅
- D. Sulfur Surge

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Susan Barker Nikitenko July 3rd, 2025© MpMbNataMRichMPauMkbpbAnnaBen!!@

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Craft 1 – “Nellie’s Faith Bus Banner”

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🧵 Instructions:

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