September - Pumpkin Parables

Small Stories With Big Meanings 

NEW for 2023 - Preschool Lessons Now Included!

Each month will now include a preschool lesson that matches the theme of the Elementary lesson and can be used throughout the month.

Preschool Main Idea: God Is Better Than Anything

Preschool Bible Story: Matthew 13:44-46, The Stories of the Pearl and the Treasure

ELEMENTARY LESSON:

MEMORY VERSE:  

“Lord, show me your ways. Teach me how to follow you.” - Psalm 25:4

September 3: Pumpkin Patch

Big Idea: Kids will learn that once we realize how great God is, we will value it more than anything else in the world.
Scripture: Matthew 13:44-46, The Stories of the Pearl and the Treasure
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September 10: Seeds

Big Idea: Kids will learn that when we put our trust in God, he can turn a little faith into something great.
Scripture: Matthew 13:31-34, The Stories of the Mustard Seed and the Yeast
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September 17: Hard Shell

Big Idea: Kids will learn that God doesn't want us to become hard but to have soft and forgiving hearts.
Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35, The Story of the Unmerciful Servant
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September 24: Stem

Big Idea: Kids will learn that we must stay connected to Jesus if we are to keep becoming more like Jesus.
Scripture: John 15:1-12, The Vine and the Branches
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