Grade-4 Bible Curriculum
How do the Stories of the Bible impact Me today?
Core Biblical Themes
Exploring the Bible as story: The cultural context of scripture and how we are meant to read the Bible
Encountering historical accounts: How do Old Testament stories reveal God’s heart for Us today?
Living with a Biblical lens: How do we discern what we see in our world from a Biblical perspective?
Living a life of joy: Responding to Christ’s work in our lives
Grade 4 Biblical Competencies
Develop understanding of key Biblical texts through age-appropriate reading, listening, and questions
Memorize key passages of scripture and apply them to our daily lives
Grow in how we read the Bible: How does it reveal the heart of God for us? How is the Bible meant to be read?
Identify our gifts and how these can be applied to serve and glorify God
Develop compassion and empathy for those who are marginalized, through Biblical stories
Investigate and assess scripture and how it reveals Christ and His work in our lives
Live out our faith: How do we respond to God’s work in our lives?
Apply God’s Word in our lives beyond our school, homes, and churches
Seek justice – using restorative approaches to develop relationships, resolve conflict, and serve as ambassadors for Christ (2 Corinthians 5)