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Week of May 11 to 15

What We Learned this Week: Bible :   This week in our Unit 14 studies, the students explored the complicated history of the Kings of Judah and the powerful messages of the prophets sent to guide them. The Call to Return : We looked at the story of the prophet Joel , who used a devastating plague of locusts as a wake-up call for the people of Judah. The students discussed how Joel confronted the people with their disobedience but also provided a beautiful message of hope- he outlined the incredible blessings that would follow if they chose to turn back to God. The Highs and Lows of Leadership : We also studied a "roster" of Judah's kings, noticing a consistent pattern in their reigns: The Mixed Legacy : We learned about kings like Amaziah, Uzziah, and Jotham , who had both high and low points. They sometimes obeyed God and sometimes followed their own paths. Turning Away : We discussed King Ahaz , who completely turned his back on God to serve foreign idols. The Result...
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Week of May 4 to 8

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What We Learned this Week: Bible :   We continued our journey through Unit 14 this week, exploring some of the most intense and pivotal moments in the history of Judah and Israel. The students have been captivated by the stories of secret princes and the consequences of choosing one's own way over God’s. Lesson Highlights : Lesson 3: The Rescue of Prince Joash We discussed the reign of Athaliah , the only ruler of Judah who did not descend from the line of David. The students learned about the courage of Jehoiada the high priest and his wife, Jehosheba , who hid young Prince Joash in the temple for six years to protect the royal line. We reflected on how Joash’s heart changed after Jehoiada died; without that godly influence, he turned from God, and the kingdom began to disintegrate. Lesson 4: A Kingdom in Conflict We looked at the broader picture of Israel's history, noting how the wickedness of their kings led to constant political unrest and warfare. The recurring theme fo...
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Week of April 27 to May 1

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What We Learned this Week: Bible :  We have officially kicked off Unit 14 this week! The students have been diving into the history of the kings of Judah, looking closely at how their leadership—and their relationship with God—impacted the entire nation. Lesson Highlights : Lesson 1: The Faithfulness of Jehoshaphat We learned that Jehoshaphat was faithful to his calling as king. Because of his faithfulness, God blessed both Jehoshaphat and the people of Judah. We also discussed his alliance with Israel through the marriage of his son to the daughter of King Ahab and Queen Jezebel. Lesson 2: The Disobedience of Jehoram In contrast, we saw that King Jehoram did not walk in God’s ways. His disobedience brought disaster to both his own family and the nation of Judah. Most importantly, we reflected on how God remained faithful to Judah despite the nation’s unfaithfulness to Him. It has been a powerful week of seeing God's consistent grace, even when leaders falter! Math :  This we...
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