lesson 7.1 ~ lord’s prayer (our father) · 5. student prayer—feel free to use the prayer below...

1. Parent’s Prayer—Feel free to use the prayer below or create your own.

Dear Father, help us as we learn about the prayer you taught us to pray. Help us to understand the words you have given us and see the importance of spending time talking to you. Thank you, for this incredible gift and that we have the opportunity to come to you whenever we want. Amen.

2. Video—7.1 Lord’s Prayer (Our Father)

3. Scripture Search—Read through Luke 11:1-4. Read through the following sections of the Small Catechism: Section 1—“The Lord’s Prayer” and “Introduction” and Explanation of the Small Catechism questions 193-207.

4. Family Conversation—Take some time to work through the following questions together:

1. Who is somebody in your life that you feel like you can talk to about anything? What makes him/her so easy to talk to?

2. What are some ways that prayer should be like talking to a close friend? What are some ways it should be different?

3. How should you pray? What are some ways you shouldn’t pray?

4. What are different ways that God answers prayers?

Work together to define the following words:

Heaven Father Petition

5. Student Prayer—Feel free to use the prayer below or create your own.

Father, thank you for being someone that I can talk to. Thank you for always listening and hearing my prayers. Help me to always remember to spend time talking with you so we can continue to grow closer and closer. Amen.

Lesson 7.1 ~ Lord’s Prayer (Our Father)

Lesson 7.2 ~ Lord’s Prayer (Hallowed)

1. Parent’s Prayer—Feel free to use the prayer below or create your own.

Dear God, you are holy. As we learn about the prayer that you taught us to pray, help us grow closer to you and in our understanding of what it means to pray. Help us to understand who you are and how we can keep your name holy in all that we do. Amen.

2. Video—7.2 Lord’s Prayer (Hallowed)

3. Scripture Search—Read through Exodus 3:1-15. Read through the Small Catechism Section 1—”The First Petition” and Under the Explanation of the Small Catechism—1st petition and questions 208-211.


1. If you saw God face to face, what do you think your first reaction would be?

2. The first petition uses the word “holy” to describe God. What are some other words that you could use to describe the character of God?

3. What are some characteristics that are sometimes true about humans, but never true about God?

4. Are there any parts of your life that you feel like you have a difficult time keeping God’s name holy (ex: family, school, sports, TV, social media, etc.)?

5. What are some ways that you can honor God’s name with your words or actions in the next week?


Holy Petition Honor


Dear God, you are amazing! Thank you, for giving us the words of the Lord’s Prayer that can teach us more about who you are. Please help me live in a way that bring honor your name in all I say and do. Amen.

Lesson 7.3 ~ Lord’s Prayer (Kingdom) 1. Parent’s Prayer—Feel free to use the prayer below or create your own.

Dear God, thank you for being such a loving God. Thank you for always forgiving us no matter what we do. Thank you for the sacrifice you made on the cross for us and grow us in our relationship with you and each other during this time we have together. Amen.

2. Video—7.3 Lord’s Prayer (Kingdom)

3. Scripture Search—Read through Mark 4:26-34. Read through the Small Catechism: Section 1—“The Second Petition” and read about the second petition and questions 212-214.


1. What is a kingdom? Why do you think Jesus spends so much time talking about the Kingdom of God?

2. The Kingdom of Power is all around us. It’s everything in God’s creation. What are some places in the world that you see God’s power?

3. The Kingdom of Grace is all Christians. What do you have to do to get into this kingdom?

4. What do you think will be the best part about being heaven?

5. Part of what we pray for in this petition is that those who don’t know Christ, yet, will become a part of this kingdom. Who in your life can you share God’s love with? What are some ways you can share it with them?


Kingdom of Power Kingdom of Grace. Kingdom of Glory


Dear God, help me to remember that I am a part of your kingdom. Help me to make choices knowing that I am a part of your kingdom. Help me to share my faith with those that do not know you. Thank you for dying for us so that we can live in the Kingdom of Grace today and have the promise of heaven in the future. Amen.

Lesson 7.4 ~ Lord’s Prayer (Will) 1. Parent’s Prayer—Feel free to use the prayer below or create your own.

Dear God, as we remember the things that you have taught us to pray, help us to especially remember that all that we pray for we ask in your will. Amen.

2. Video—7.4 Lord’s Prayer (Will)

3. Scripture Search—Read through Acts 9:1-19. Read about the third petition and questions 215-218 in the Small Catechism:


1. If you could ask God for anything in the world, what would you ask for?

2. What are some things that happen in our world that God wouldn’t want happening?

3. The devil tries to stop God’s will from happening in the world. What are some ways that he might do this?

4. Read Psalm 119:35. What are some of the ways that God gives us direction?

5. Who is someone in your life that you think is a great example of following God’s will?


God’s Will Faith Petition


Dear God, help me to live according to your will. Sometimes it’s difficult to obey your words and live a godly life, so please help me with it. Help me when I’m tempted to do what’s wrong. Remind me when things are difficult to hold onto the faith that you’ve given me. Amen.

Lesson 7.5 ~ Lord’s Prayer (Bread) 1. Parent’s Prayer—Feel free to use the prayer below or create your own.

Dear God, thank you for giving us this prayer called “The Lord’s Prayer.” Help us as we continue to learn what those words mean for our lives. Help us continue to grow in our relationships with you and with each other. Amen.

2. Video—7.5 Lord’s Prayer (Bread)

3. Scripture Search—Read through Exodus 16. Read through the Small Catechism—Section 1—“The Fourth Petition” and the Explanation of the Small Catechism—the fourth petition and questions 219-222.


1. What is the difference between a want and a need?

2. What are some of the blessings in your life that are easy to take for granted?

3. Read Matthew 6:33-34. What are some things that you worry about?

4. In situations where you don’t get what you want, how do you respond?

A lot of us complain when we don’t get what we want. That’s exactly what the Israelites did. Do your responses in these situations help us remember our blessings from God or lead us to forget them?

5. Read John 6:25-40. Jesus describes himself as “the bread of life.” Why does Jesus describe himself in these words?


Daily Bread Manna Want


Dear Jesus, there are a lot of things in my life that I want and a lot of things in my life that I need. Help me to understand the difference between those things even when it’s difficult. Thank you for always providing the things that I need to live. You are a wonderful provider and it’s easy to forget how great things are. Amen.

Lesson 7.6 ~ Lord’s Prayer (Forgive) 1. Parent’s Prayer—Feel free to use the prayer below or create your own.

Dear God, we are sinful people and constantly are in need of your forgiveness. Forgive us for all the times that we fall short in honoring you. Help us as we live our lives to forgive others just like you have forgiven us. Amen.

2. Video—7.6 Lord’s Prayer (Forgive)

3. Scripture Search—Read through Matthew 18:21-35. Read through the Small Catechism: Section 1—“The Fifth Petition” and the Explanation of the Small Catechism—the fifth petition and questions 223-227.


1. Share a story about a time when you forgave someone who hurt you.

2. When was a time that you did something that you needed to be forgiven for?

3. Read Psalm 51:1-10. List out some of the ways this section of Scripture describes forgiveness.

4. Read Colossians 3:12-14. What makes forgiveness such an important part of the relationships we have?

5. Why is God’s forgiveness of us so important to our forgiveness of other people?


Trespass Sin Forgive


Dear God, help me to forgive others as you have forgiven me. You continually love and forgive me even though I continually sin against you. Help me to continually show love and forgiveness to all those I come in contact with. Amen.

Lesson 7.7 ~ Lord’s Prayer (Temptation) 1. Parent’s Prayer—Feel free to use the prayer below or create your own.

Dear Jesus, lead us not into temptation. We fight against new temptations every single day; help us as we fight against those. Protect us from temptation and help give us the strength so that we can resist temptation when it comes. Amen.

2. Video—7.7 Lord’s Prayer (Temptation)

3. Scripture Search—Read through Ephesians 6:10-20. Read through the Small Catechism: Section 1—“The Sixth Petition” and the Explanation of the Small Catechism—the sixth petition and questions 228-230.


1. What are some items that would be necessary for battle?

2. Have you ever gotten yourself out of doing something you didn’t want to do?

3. Read 1 Corinthians 10:13. Why are the words of this verse so important to us as we are tempted?

4. Read Matthew 4:1-11. How does Jesus fight against the temptations of the devil?

5. Read James 4:7. What are some ways that you can resist the temptations of the devil?


Temptation Armor of God Battle


Dear God, help us as a family to fight against the temptations of life. Thank you, for always protecting us and watching over us and giving us the tools that we need so we can resist temptation. Amen.

Lesson 7.8 ~ Lord’s Prayer (Evil) 1. Parent’s Prayer—Feel free to use the prayer below or create your own.

Dear Father, there is so much evil in the world. Help protect our family from it and give us strength when we encounter it. Thank you for being a loving God who takes care of his people. Amen.

2. Video—7.8 Lord’s Prayer (Evil)

3. Scripture Search—Read through Daniel 3. Read the Small Catechism: Section 1—“The Seventh Petition,” “Conclusion,” and questions 231-235.


1. What are some ways that God shows us what is good and what is evil?

2. How does God protect us from evil?

3. Read Deuteronomy 31:6. How do these words help us in times that we experience evil?

4. Describe what a life without evil would look like.

5. Review the words of the Lord’s Prayer. Which petition has been the most meaningful for you? Why?

6. Re-write the Lord’s Prayer using your own words, creating something that is easy for you to understand.


Deliver Evil Amen


Dear God, deliver us from evil. Help protect our family and keep us safe from the evil in the world. And in times where we have to deal with the evil that does affect us, help us to hold onto the truth that you are with us and will help us through the difficult times. Amen.

Lesson 7.9 ~ Apostles’ Creed (1st Article) 1. Parent’s Prayer—Feel free to use the prayer below or create your own.

Dear Father, please be with us during this time as we open your Word and learn what it means to be created and loved by you. Help us understand what it means to be your children and the love that you have for us. Amen.

2. Video—7.9 Apostles’ Creed (1st Article)

3. Scripture Search—Read through Genesis 1:1-2:1. Read the Small Catechism—“The First Article” of the Apostles’ Creed, the meaning, and questions 96-97.


1. What is the most amazing thing in nature that you’ve ever seen?

2. How would you answer the question, “Where did this all come from?”

3. What are some characteristics of fathers that you could use to describe God?

4. Read Luke 15:11-32. How do you think the father felt throughout this story?

5. Read Psalm 139:14. What are some things about yourself that you can praise God for?


Creed Apostles’ Creed Creation


Dear Father, thank you so much for loving me. Thank you for creating me, my friends, my family, and everyone else. Thank you for being a father that always loves and forgives no matter what we’ve done wrong. Amen.

Lesson 7.10 ~ Apostles’ Creed (2nd Article) 1. Parent’s Prayer—Feel free to use the prayer below or create your own.

Dear Jesus, thank you for this time we have together to learn what it means to be a follower of you. Help us understand who you are and what it means when we say the words of the Apostles’ Creed. Amen.

2. Video—7.10 Apostles’ Creed (2nd Article)

3. Scripture Search—Read through Philippians 2:5-11 and Hebrews 4:14-16. Read the Small Catechism—“The Second Article” of the Apostles’ Creed, the meaning, and questions 117-124.


1. How do you think most people would answer the question “Who is Jesus?” How would you answer?

2. What must you do to be forgiven for your sins?

3. Why was it necessary for Jesus to be true man and true God?

4. Name a story when people went to Jesus with their problems.

5. Why do you think Christ’s resurrection is so important for us?


Lord Savior Redemption


Dear Jesus, thank you so much for coming to earth and loving me. Thank you for going through the things you went through all because you loved me. Help me, as I try to follow and serve you in everything I do. Amen.

Lesson 7.11 ~ Apostles’ Creed (3rd Article) 1. Parent’s Prayer—Feel free to use the prayer below or create your own.

Dear God, please be with us in our time together. Bless the discussions that we have and help us understand the things we talk about today. Help us to learn new things and be reminded of things that we have already learned. In your name, we pray. Amen.

2. Video—7.11 Apostles’ Creed (3rd Article)

3. Scripture Search—Read through Acts 2:1-41. Read the Small Catechism—“The Third Article” of the Apostles’ Creed, the meaning, and questions 154-159.


1. When was a time you felt guilty about something you did? Why do people feel guilty when they do things that are wrong?

2. What would be some ways you would describe how the Holy Spirit works in peoples’ lives?

3. Read Romans 12:4-8. As Christians, the Holy Spirit gives us special gifts. What do you think some of your gifts are?

4. What are some ways the Holy Spirit works to bring people to faith? What about leading people to live a godly life?

5. When you look at your own faith and choices, what are some ways that you can see the Holy Spirit working?


Sanctification Holy Spirit Empower


Dear God, thank you so much for giving us the gift of the Holy Spirit. There are so many ways He works in my life and I am thankful for that. Continue to guide, empower, and help me make the right decisions and help me to change my heart when I make the wrong decisions. Amen.

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