Children’s Church: Lesson Guide

story 35: Walls & Worship

Scripture: Nehemiah 6-8

Big Truth: We worship God when we gather together to hear and obey God’s word.

Memory Verse: "I will put my law within them, and I will write it on their hearts. And I will be their God, and they shall be my people.” Jeremiah 31:33

Discuss the Story

1. How did God show his power in this story? How did God use the rulers of other nations to help his people?

Takeaway: God is powerful—he rules over all rulers and nations.

2. How was Nehemiah a good leader? How can you be a good leader?

Takeaway: Nehemiah was organized, hardworking, and courageous. He ruled with wisdom and justice. He helped the poor and was generous with his wealth.

3. What did the Israelites do when they finished building the wall? What can we learn about worshiping God from the Israelites?

Takeaway: We worship God when we gather together to hear and obey God’s word.

4. What hopeful prophecy did Jeremiah make? How did God fulfill that amazing promise?

Takeaway: Jesus fulfilled the new covenant.