Creative Bible Lessons on the Prophets

by Crystal Kirgiss

• ISBN13: 9780310241379
• ISBN10: 0310241375
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2002-07-01
• Publisher: Harpercollins Christian Pub

Summary

12 insightful sessions on the prophets--for youth workers, small group leaders, and Sunday school teachers These 12 insightful sessions delve into the lives and missions of Old Testament prophets in ways that will pique kids' interest and imagination. Students will learn about ordinary individuals with evergreen, extraordinary messages about faithfulness, idolatry, self-centeredness, integrity, passionate faith, knowledge of God, a just society, and God's mighty hand in the history of all humankind. The prophets offer 2 indispensable gifts to teenagers--a window into the heart and mind of God, and a recurring reminder that human beings matter immeasurably to God. The prophets talk to God and to people. But best of all God responds. He speaks to people--and to teenagers--today.

Table of Contents

One Question: Why?!?	7	(3)
In the Beginning	10	(1)
Jonah: The Unprophet	11	(8)
Amos: A Cry for Justice!	19	(10)
Hosea: Only Love Can Break Your Heart	29	(10)
Isaiah (part 1): The Political Prophet	39	(12)
Isaiah (part 2): His Message	51	(8)
Habakkuk: ``Is That Your Final Answer?'' (Or, a Dialogue with God)	59	(10)
Daniel: A Man of Integrity, Wisdom, and Courage	69	(10)
Jeremiah (part 1): The Man	79	(10)
Jeremiah (part 2): Persistence in Action	89	(14)
Ezekiel (part 1): His Wacky, Wild, Wonderful Ride	103	(10)
Ezekiel (part 2): A Bony Sequel	113	(12)
Haggai & Zechariah: Coaches with Different Styles	125