Children’s Church:

Lesson Guide

Story 5: A Table and a tower

(genesis 10-11)

Big Truth: People wanted to be great, but only God is great.

Memory Verse: Its name was called Babel, because there the Lord confused the language of all the earth. And from there the Lord dispersed them over the face of all the earth

(Genesis 11:9)

Discuss the Story

1. Why did the people want to build the tower? What are some ways we can put ourselves first like the people at Babel? Is it better to make ourselves look good or to show how great God is? What are some ways we can show how great God is?

Takeaway: People wanted to be great, but only God is great.

2. Why was God angry with the people for building the tower? What was the consequence for their sin?

Takeaway: God hates and judges pride and disobedience.

3. After God scattered the people and confused their language, what good plan did he have for these nations?

Takeaway: As part of God’s good plan, through Jesus, God will save people from every nation and language.