Jonah’s Journey

Series Verse: “He has told you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?” (Micah 6:8 NIV)

About This Curriculum:

• Perfect for elementary kids/preteens, ages 5-12

• 4 weeks of teaching materials

• Includes large group and small group resources

• Includes environment design ideas

• Includes printable service notes

• Includes a family table talker

• Includes JumpStart3 video/audio bundle for series verse ($15 value!)

• Includes game, worship, offering, and series bumper videos, countdown videos, graphic slides, and social media images

• Available as an instant download individually or as a bundle with preschool

Each Week Includes:

• Series and weekly verse

• A Takeaway statement

• Introduction

• Large group game

• A Skit

• Message/Object Lesson

• Small group discussion

• Small group game/activity

• Review questions

• Take-home card

• Service slides

• Additional social media graphics

Week 1:

• Bible Story – Jonah’s Journey Begins (Jonah 1)

• Today’s Takeaway – God goes with me wherever I go.

• Weekly Verse – “The Lord is watching everywhere, keeping his eye on both the evil and the good.” (Proverbs 15:3 NLT)

Week 2:

• Bible Story – Jonah’s Detour (Jonah 2)

• Today’s Takeaway – God hears me when I pray and responds.

• Weekly Verse – “The eyes of the Lord watch over those who do right, and his ears are open to their prayers. But the Lord turns his face against those who do evil.” (1 Peter 3:12 NLT)

Week 3:

• Bible Story – Jonah Gets Back on the Road (Jonah 3)

• Today’s Takeaway – God forgives and gives me a second chance.

• Weekly Verse – But if we confess our sins to him, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all wickedness.” (1 John 1:9 NLT)

Week 4:

• Bible Story – Jonah Disagrees with God’s Change of Plans (Jonah 4)

• Today’s Takeaway – God has the best plan even when I don’t agree.

• Weekly Verse – “‘My thoughts are nothing like your thoughts,’ says the Lord. ‘And my ways are far beyond anything you could imagine.'” (Isaiah 55:8 NLT)

Series Verse: “He has told you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?” (Micah 6:8 NIV)

About This Curriculum:

• Perfect for preschoolers, ages 3-5

• 4 weeks of teaching materials

• Includes a family table talker

• Includes JumpStart3 video/audio bundle for series verse ($15 value!)

• Includes game, worship, offering, and series bumper videos, countdown videos, graphic slides, and social media images

• Available as an instant download individually or as a bundle with elementary

Each Week Includes:

• Series verse

• A Takeaway statement

• Introduction

• 1-2 Games

• Lesson/Object Lesson

• Discussion Questions

• 1-2 Activities

• Review questions

• Take-home card

• Service slides

• Additional social media graphics

• Additional activity and game ideas

• Worship songs and video suggestions

Week 1:

• Bible Story – Jonah’s Journey Begins (Jonah 1)

• Today’s Takeaway – God goes with me everywhere. 

Week 2:

• Bible Story – Jonah’s Detour (Jonah 2)

• Today’s Takeaway – When I pray, God hears me and speaks to me.

Week 3:

• Bible Story – Jonah Gets Back on the Road (Jonah 3)

• Today’s Takeaway – God forgives and gives me a second chance.

Week 4:

• Bible Story – Jonah Disagrees with God’s Change of Plans (Jonah 4)

• Today’s Takeaway – God has the best plan.

Jonah’s Journey Pinterest Board – Check out my Jonah’s Journey Series Pinterest board for more great ideas for snacks, crafts, and games to go along with the series.

Sample Schedules – Preschool – Check out these sample schedules for a couple ways you can structure the elements in your services.

Sample Schedules – Elementary – Check out these sample schedules for a couple ways you can structure the elements in your services.