Grade-7 Bible Curriculum
How does Jesus’s life model how I respond to God, myself, and others?
Core Biblical Themes
The Bible and its stories transform and guide us
What does it mean to have a personal relationship with the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit?
Our role in God’s Story in the now: God works in us and through us today
Living in Love: Trusting God in a world of hurt, disappointment, brokenness, and difficult people
Grade 7 Biblical Competencies
Develop understanding of key Biblical texts through age-appropriate reading, listening, and questions
Memorize key passages of scripture
Invest in relationship with God: loving as we are beloved
Invest in relationship with others: loving to cultivate belonging
Reflect on our spiritual journeys: journaling and sharing to grow in our faith
Foster a welcoming environment with respectful Biblical discussions that supports differing views
Grow in the discipline of prayer: praying for others and with others
Respond to and support the needs of those in our community who can’t always fully support themselves: elderly, vulnerable, and minorities
Prepare, lead, and facilitate devotional and biblical studies with peers
Encourage students to also take their faith questions to other trustworthy adults and resources
Seek justice – using restorative approaches to develop relationships, resolve conflict, and serve as ambassadors for Christ (2 Corinthians 5)
Research scriptural, historical, and academic sources to inform personal beliefs