The Church Begins · Lesson 12
Timothy Learns God's Word
2 Timothy 1:5; 2 Timothy 3:14-17; Acts 16:1-3 New Testament PrincipleFaithfulness
Timothy's grandmother Lois and mother Eunice taught him God's Word when he was little. He grew up to help Paul tell people about Jesus. In his last letter, Paul told Timothy to keep holding on to the Scriptures, because they come from God and point to Jesus.
God is always faithful, and His Word never changes. We stay faithful by holding on to His Word and following Jesus all our lives.
- CreationGod made it
- FallWe broke it
- RedemptionJesus fixes it (this lesson)
- RestorationJesus makes it new
Memory verse
“All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for instruction, for conviction, for correction, and for training in righteousness.”
2 Timothy 3:16 BSB
Christ Connection · Jesus’ plan
Paul said the Scriptures "are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus" (2 Timothy 3:15). The whole Bible points to Jesus. Jesus Himself said, "These are the very words that testify about Me" (John 5:39). Learning God's Word means getting to know Jesus.
2 Timothy 3:15; Luke 24:27; John 5:39
The Big Story · Redemption
From the beginning, God has spoken. His Word is passed from one generation to the next, faithfully pointing every generation to Jesus until He comes again.
Teacher Guide
This version includes:
- Background and context for the passage
- Hidden in Plain Sight: the detail most people miss
- The Christ Connection: how this story points to Jesus
- A 45-minute class plan and prep checklist
- Object lesson: Breath on your hand
- Dasch’s Dig Site (bible-times history): Hidden scrolls
- A skit to act out the story
- Review game: Pass it down
- Pronunciation help, tips for every age, song ideas and a note for parents
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Preschool (ages 3–5)
God's Word is for me.
This version includes:
- An opening hook and a 4-minute Bible story written for this age, with a Hidden in Plain Sight moment
- 3 discussion questions
- 2 activities: Favorite stories, Color the reading
- 6 “Dasch Digs Up” facts
- Real-life connections: at home, at church
- Song ideas, Live It, a prayer, and a printable student handout (preview below)
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Free preview · Kindergarten – 2nd grade
Timothy learned God's Word from his grandma and mom when he was little. He stayed faithful and helped Paul tell people about Jesus. God's Word helps us know Jesus and follow Him.
Memory verse
“All Scripture is God-breathed.”
Adapted from 2 Timothy 3:16
Start here
Ask, "Who taught you to tie your shoes or ride a bike?" Let kids share. Say, "Someone taught Timothy the most important thing of all: God's Word."
Bible story 6 min
Timothy grew up in a town called Lystra. He lived with his mom Eunice and his grandma Lois. They both loved God.
When Timothy was little, Lois and Eunice taught him God's Word. They read it to him. They helped him learn it by heart.
One day Paul came to town. He told people about Jesus. Timothy believed in Jesus! When Timothy grew up, Paul asked him to come help. Timothy said yes. He went with Paul. He helped the churches.
The rest of the story, discussion questions, songs, Live It and prayer are for members.
Try an activity
Thank-you scrolls 8 min
You’ll need: Paper strips, Markers, String
- Write or draw a thank-you note on a paper strip for someone who teaches you about God.
- Roll it up like a scroll and tie it with string to give away.
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3rd – 4th grade
Timothy learned the Scriptures from his grandmother and mother as a baby, became Paul's faithful helper, and was urged in Paul's last letter to keep holding on to God-breathed Scripture, which makes us wise for salvation through faith in Jesus.
This version includes:
- An opening hook and a 8-minute Bible story written for this age, with a Hidden in Plain Sight moment
- 5 discussion questions
- 2 activities: Faith passed down, My Bible plan
- 6 “Dasch Digs Up” facts
- Real-life connections: at school, at home, at church
- Song ideas, Live It, a prayer, and a printable student handout (preview below)
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5th – 6th grade
In his final letter, Paul urged Timothy, taught Scripture from infancy by his grandmother and mother, to remain faithful to the God-breathed Word that makes us wise for salvation in Christ, and to pass it on to the next generation.
This version includes:
- An opening hook and a 10-minute Bible story written for this age, with a Hidden in Plain Sight moment
- 5 discussion questions
- 2 activities: The faithful Word, Finishing the race
- 6 “Dasch Digs Up” facts
- Real-life connections: online and on screens, at school, at church
- Song ideas, Live It, a prayer, and a printable student handout (preview below)
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