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Old Testament LESSON 36
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OLD TESTAMENT Proverbs 1–4; 15–16; 22; 31; Ecclesiastes 1–3; 11–12
SEPTEMBER (week 1)
Lesson 36: August 29-September 4, 2022
“The Fear of the Lord Is the Beginning of Wisdom”
Discussion Topics (activities below) ⇓
PRIMARY – HOME
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• I can trust in the Lord with all my heart.
• I can use kind words.
• “A soft answer turneth away wrath.”
• I can share what I have with others.
• To “fear God” means to love and obey Him.
INDIVIDUALS & FAMILIES
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• “Incline thine ear unto wisdom.”
• What is the “fear of the Lord”?
• “Ponder the path of thy feet.”
• “A soft answer turneth away wrath.”
• “A woman that feareth the Lord, she shall be praised.”
• Mortal life is temporary.
TEENS
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Lesson 36 Scripture Scholars
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. . . FAITH THAT GOD WILL HELP US . . .
I can trust in the Lord with all my heart.
When we trust in the Lord with all our hearts, we have faith in Him and know that He will help us.
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Let one of the children hold a picture of the Savior as you read Proverbs 3:5. Tell the children what trusting in the Lord means to you. Invite the children to make a heart with their hands or hold their hands over their hearts while repeating the phrase “trust in the Lord with all thine heart” several times.
DOWNLOAD Proverbs 3:5-6 scripture poster/card set (HERE or right)“Trust in the Lord with all thine heart.”
Read together Proverbs 3:5–7, and invite the children to list the things these verses say we should do and should not do. Ask them what they feel each of these things might mean. What qualities do we find in people we trust? What qualities does the Lord have that help us trust Him?
To show what it means to “lean not unto thine own understanding,” let the children try leaning a stick or a pencil against various objects, such as a book or a piece of paper. Which objects worked best? Why is it important to “trust in the Lord” and not lean on our “own understanding”?
SCRIPTURE ACTIVITY. TRUST IN GOD Proverbs 3:5-6 bite-size memorize poster. Youth can share ways they have been guided as they trusted in Heavenly Father. Memorize “Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.“ READ MORE
MORE ACTIVITIES FOR:
I can trust in the Lord with all my heart.
POST-AND-PRESENT. FOLLOWING JESUS’ FOOTSTEPS match and ponder. Youth take turns MATCHING AS THEY CHOOSE: Jesus’ example shoes, and shoes today (stating how they will follow Him). READ MORE
POST-AND PRESENT. I’LL HONOR HIS NAME: Children Around the World Honor Jesus. Poster Presentation. Children read a situation story where a girl or boy needs to make a decision. Then a child tells what they would do to honor Jesus. READ MORE
AGES 1-5 JESUS LOVES ME sacrament mini-portrait. With this children can think about how Jesus loves us, giving us the sacrament of bread and water that He gave His Apostles and the Nephites (to remember Him). READ MORE
AGES 4-7 JESUS LOVES ME! mirror message poster. This poster frames a child’s face as they peer into the mirror to see themselves reflected there and read, “Jesus loves me!” they will truly feel His love. READ MORE
AGES 8-11 OVERCOME TRIALS blind puzzle. Youth can come to Jesus Christ knowing He will help them with challenges. Plus, scripture stories to help build courage. READ MORE
TEENS FAITH IN JESUS CHRIST adversity light switch buddy. Youth’s faith in Jesus turns on as they review this 1 Nephi reminder that He will “be your light” as you keep His commandments. READ MORE
ALL AGES HEAVENLY FATHER WILL GUIDE ME – Nephi’s message poster 2 Nephi 4:15-24. “I know in whom I have trusted.” Like Nephi, I know that Heavenly Father will guide me if I trust Him. READ MORE
ALL AGES “PEACE, BE STILL.” Jesus calming the seas ship scene. Remind youth of the scene where Jesus used His priesthood powers (Mark 4:39) to calm the seas. Use the handle on the back of the scene to move the boat back and forth. READ MORE
ALL AGES “JESUS IS OUR LIGHT” suncatcher. Youth poke holes in this picture and hold it up to the sunlight as they ponder Jesus’ light that we too can shine like Jesus as we follow His commandments. READ MORE
ALL AGES “I BELIEVE IN CHRIST” song visuals. Youth can picture in their minds each verse as you show visuals to match. Write the words on the cue cards (in your language) to place on the back. For example, “I believe in Christ; he is my king!” READ MORE
. . . “KINDNESS BEGINS WITH ME” . . .
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I can use kind words.
In tense or frustrating situations, we may be tempted to respond with anger. Proverbs 15:1, 18 teaches us how we can turn away anger.
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Read Proverbs 15:1 to the children, and explain any words or phrases that might be unfamiliar to them. Share a few examples of situations in which a child might feel angry (such as an argument with a brother or sister). Help them think of “soft answers,” or kind words, they could use instead of angry words. Help them practice saying these things softly or in a calm voice.
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Sing a song about kindness, such as “Kindness Begins with Me” (Children’s Songbook, 145). What does the song teach us about being kind?
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To help the children understand what it means to be “slow to anger” (Proverbs 15:18), tell a personal story about when you (or someone you know) felt angry but chose to be kind. Let the children share their own experiences too. Help the children think of things they can do instead of becoming angry. For example, they could think about Jesus, ask Heavenly Father to help them, sing a Primary song to themselves, or, if possible, just walk away
“A soft answer turneth away wrath.”
Speaking in anger often makes a tense situation even worse. These verses teach that our words and our attitudes can turn away wrath or anger.
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Write the words wrath and strife on the board, and share an example of an argument that children might have. Then ask the children to read Proverbs 15:1, 18; 16:32 and find advice they could give to the children who are arguing. Each time the children share an idea, invite them to erase part of the words on the board. Invite them to replace those words with others describing Christlike attributes that bring peace.
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Help the children think of accounts in the scriptures when the Savior exemplified what is taught in Proverbs 15:1, 18; 16:32. For ideas, they could look in John 8:1–11; 18:1–11.
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Sing together a song about the Savior’s example, such as “I’m Trying to Be like Jesus” SONG VISUALS (HERE) (Children’s Songbook, 78–79). How can we follow Jesus’s example as we interact with family members, friends, and others?
DOWNLOAD I’m Trying to Be Like Jesus song visuals (HERE)
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ACTIVITIES FOR:
I can use kind words.
ALL AGES KINDNESS BEGINS WITH ME: Upside-Down Turn-‘Em-Around. Read Ephesians 4:32 “Be ye kind one to another.” Youth vote on situations where someone is kind or unkind, turning the face(s) right side up or face upside down. READ MORE
ALL AGES ARE YOU HONOR OFF? Honor Parents vote to cast. Youth can look forward to honoring their parents knowing the promise (Exodus 20:12) “thy days may be long upon the land.” Vote ON or OFF to actions on situation cards. SEE MORE
AGES 1-5 I LOVE MY BROTHERS & SISTERS! poster or coloring page. Children learn that Jesus set a perfect example of kindness and love. READ MORE
AGES 4-7 DOING GOOD UNTO OTHERS golden ruler. Children can learn ways to “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you,” found in Matthew 7:12; Luke 6:31: Be kind, Share with others, Respect others’ property, Return borrowed things, and Help others. READ MORE
AGES 8-11 A “BUZZ”ILLION THANKS! Jot-a-Thought stationery and envelope. Youth can write a letter to a teacher, parent, grandparent, bishop, or friend telling them what they appreciate and respect about them. If we keep these “thank you” comments going we can keep happy thoughts going, e.g., “The top 10 things I like about you are …” READ MORE
TEENS GIFTS OF SERVICE planner. Youth can plan to not get “wrapped up in themselves” to give service to family, friends, and those at Church. READ MORE
ALL AGES FRIEND-OR-FOE? Slap/flip game. Youth learn the difference between being a FRIEND and a FOE. A FRIEND is patient, cheerful, nice, and helpful. A FOE is like an enemy: impatient, not kind, grouchy, and uncaring. READ MORE
ALL AGES SHOW RESPECT; NOT DISRESPECT choices match. Youth choose an action card and place it under the right sign “I can show RESPECT” or “I should not show DISRESPECT.” READ MORE
ALL AGES “I’LL WALK WITH YOU” song visuals. Youth can empathize with others in need and give love to others as Jesus did. Write the words on the cue cards (in your language) to place on the back. For example, “If you don’t” walk or talk as others do I won’t walk away from you. READ MORE
ALL AGES “LOVE IS SPOKEN HERE” song visuals. Youth envision a home with family prayers, priesthood power, and the Savior near. Write the words on the cue cards (in your language) to place on the back. For example, “I see my mother kneeling with our family each day.” READ MORE
. . . SHARING & CARING FOR THE NEEDY . . .
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I can share what I have with others.
Young children can learn to help people around them who are in need. How can you inspire them to share what they have with others?
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Show the children several pictures of others serving or helping people in need, including pictures of the Savior (such as Gospel Art Book, nos. 42, 44, 46). Ask the children to tell you what is happening in each picture. Read to the children Proverbs 22:9. Explain that one way we can serve is by giving “bread to the poor,” but there are many other ways to help those in need. Invite the children to draw a picture of themselves helping someone.
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Bring to class several objects that you can share with the children, such as pictures or crayons. As you give one to each child, say, “I will share with [child’s name].” Let the children take turns sharing the objects with each other. What are some other things we can share with others?
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Sing together a song about service, such as “‘Give,’ Said the Little Stream” (Children’s Songbook, 236). Or show the video “Gordon Hinckley: Lessons I Learned as a Boy” (ChurchofJesusChrist.org). Ask the children how they feel when they help others.
DOWNLOAD “Give,” Said the Little Stream song visuals (HERE or below)
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Lessons I Learned as a Boy
ACTIVITIES FOR:
I can share what I have with others.
ALL AGES BAPTISM PROMISES match game. Youth review PROMISES TO: Bear one another’s burdens, Mourn with those who mourn; Comfort those that need comfort, and more. READ MORE
ALL AGES LOVEY’S SERVICE STATION love and service brainstorm. Youth think of simple service acts to learn true happiness. READ MORE
AGES 1-5 “BEE” A FRIEND friendship window wheel. “Sharing is a way of thanking Heavenly Father for blessings,” is something you could say as children turn the wheel to learn ways to share blessings, e.g. share a smile or treats or toys, or say “hi.” READ MORE
AGES 4-7 I CAN SHARE & CARE Good Samaritan show-and-tell. Encourage children to express love for others through kind words and deeds. READ MORE
AGES 8-11 MY CIRCLE OF LOVE spin and serve game. Children can spin the spinner to the person to serve in the circle, then tell ways to love and serve. READ MORE
TEENS GIFTS OF SERVICE planner. Youth can plan to not get “wrapped up in themselves” to give service to family, friends, and those at Church. READ MORE
ALL AGES HAPPY TIMES ARE SHARING TIMES share treats. Children learn they can be happy by sharing with others (treat wrappers for bar & gum included). READ MORE
ALL AGES BE KIND – LOVE OTHERS John 15:12 rebus memorize. Youth can learn that being kind is a commandment. “This is my commandment that ye love one another as I have loved you.” READ MORE
ALL AGES DON’T BOTTLE-UP YOUR TESTIMONY Share it! spin-the-bottle. Youth can learn how to build a strong belief in the gospel and testify of truth. READ MORE
ALL AGES “GIVE,” SAID THE LITTLE STREAM song visuals. Youth can imagine themselves giving as the rain to the flowers or giving as Jesus did. Write the words on the cue cards (in your language) to place on the back. For example, “‘Give,’ said the little stream, ‘Give, oh! give ….'” READ MORE
. . . LOVE & RESPECT GOD . . .
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Proverbs 1:7; 2:5; 15:33; 16:6; Ecclesiastes 12:13
To “fear God” means to love and obey Him.
One of the important messages in Proverbs and Ecclesiastes is to “fear God, and keep his commandments” (Ecclesiastes 12:13). Ponder how you can help the children understand what it means to fear God.
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Invite the children to list some things that people might fear. Then ask them to read Proverbs 1:7 and Ecclesiastes 12:13. What does it mean to fear God? To help answer this question, ask a child to read the verses again, replacing the word “fear” with the word “reverence.” Repeat this activity with words like “love,” “obedience,” or “obey.” How does this change our understanding of what it means to fear God?
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Invite each child to choose one of the following verses to read, looking for the word “fear”: Proverbs 1:7; 2:5; 15:33; 16:6. Ask the children to share what their verse teaches about blessings that come when we fear the Lord, which means that we show reverence and respect toward Him (see also Proverbs 14:26–27). How can we show the Lord that we love and respect Him?
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ACTIVITIES FOR:
To “fear God” means to love and obey Him.
POST-AND-PRESENT GAME. I AM FREE TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT Consequence Countenance game. Youth can see that our good or bad choices show on our faces, changing our countenance. Players move the arrow to the consequence for the decision on the cards they draw, e.g., “peace” comes or “guilty” etc. READ MORE
YOUTH ACTIVITY. BOOK OF MORMON HEROES Honor Roll Merit Match. Youth can match up the hero with the description to learn ways others were true to the teachings of Jesus. Features: Nephi, Abinadi, Alma, Alma the Younger, Ammon, Captain Moroni, Moroni, Mormon, and Helaman. READ MORE
AGES 1-5 I CAN BE OBEDIENT poster or coloring page. Children can learn ways to be obedient and why with this lesson. They can use this page as a reminder “When my mother/father calls me, I’ll obey.” READ MORE
AGES 4-7 I LOVE JESUS word picture story. Children can show their love for Jesus Christ by their actions. Cut out the glue-on stickers and place them to fill in the messages, e.g. “I help my FAMILY (picture) everyday.” READ MORE
AGES 8-11 FAITHFUL FOOTSTEPS goal flip chart. Children can flip this chart to learn ways to “press forward” to walk in the steps of Jesus. They can write on the chart things they can do to gain exaltation: Pray, Pay tithing; Attend church; Read scriptures; Choose the right. READ MORE
YOUTH GOAL PLANNER. UNDERSTAND A GOSPEL PRINCIPLES will help youth make life important decisions. All but the star (*) principles are listed on the planner: Gratitude, Honesty, Sabbath Day, Repentance, Tithing, Fasting, Forgiveness, *Charity, Gift of the Holy Ghost, *Gift of Tongues, *Faith, Love, Word of Wisdom, Service, Obedience, *Work, Baptism, Kindness READ MORE
ALL AGES JEWELS IN MY CROWN Service List. Youth can give up their time, talents, and means to build up the kingdom of God, thus earning their crowning glory blessings. List ways. READ MORE
SONG VISUALS IF I LISTEN WITH MY HEART. Music leaders can cut out these hearts, punch holes at the top, and place them on two rings. Flip them to show visuals as you sing. Write the words on the cue cards (in your language) to place on the back. READ MORE
PRIMARY EXTRA. REVERENCE AWARD certificate for outstanding reverence. Music or Primary leaders can award certain children for their reverence during the singing time or Primary classes with this presentation. It’s a good reminder to all children who just might be extra reverent to achieve this award. READ MORE
SONG VISUALS REVERENCE IS LOVE. Music leaders and teachers can encourage children to fold their arms and bow their heads when prayer is said and listen carefully to lessons and instruction, or sing reverently. Write the words on the cue cards (in your language) to place on the back. READ MORE
SUMMARY OF SUBJECTS FOR:
OLD TESTAMENT
Proverbs 1–4; 15–16; 22; 31; Ecclesiastes 1–3; 11–12
SEPTEMBER (week 1)
Lesson 36: August 29 – September 4, 2022
“The Fear of the Lord Is the Beginning of Wisdom”
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