First Murder – Genesis 4 – Draw Bible Stories Project

First Murder Story (Genesis 4)

First Children – fruit tree & sheep – Adam & Eve had two sons: the first of mankind’s children. Cain cultivated plants and trees. Abel cared for livestock.

Blood Sacrifice – altar, animal, fire, smoke – When it was time to honor the LORD, Cain brought some of his fruit, and Abel offered meat from the firstborn of his flocks.

Brother’s Keeper – two men & rock – God accepted Abel’s offering and rejected Cain’s. Cain became jealous, lured Abel into a field, and killed his brother.

Cursed Outcast – king, road, traveler – Cain lied to God about killing Abel. God cursed Cain and put a mark on him. God sent Cain away, and he left to go build a city.

Storytellers Sight

• Why did God not accept Cain’s offering of fruit?

• What were Cain’s emotions when God rejected his offering and instead favored his younger brother?

• What’s significant about God warning Cain of anger?

• What triggers your anger? Describe how anger feels.

• Imagine how Abel felt when his brother attacked.

• Imagine how Adam & Eve reacted to Abel’s death.

• What stands out to you about Cain’s punishments?

• What do we learn about temptation in this story?

Storytellers Discipleship

The following activities will help you remember the story, apply wisdom to your own life, and tell the story to others.

• Pray. Listen to the story. Draw the story.

• Tell the story with the drawings.

• Draw your own pictures to illustrate the story.

• Pray and ask the Holy Spirit to reveal wisdom in the story.

• Pray. What is the Holy Spirit asking you to do next?

• Go and tell the story to someone. Discuss the story.

• Disciple others to become Spirit-filled storytellers.

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Glorifying Jesus &#8211; John 17 &#8211; Draw Bible Stories&nbsp;Project

Glorifying Jesus Prayer (John 17)

Messiah’s Heart – rock, crown, cross, cloud – Jesus praised his Heavenly Father. He asked God to be glorified by his death on the cross to save the world.

Jesus’ Glory – God, cloud, Jesus, angel – Jesus celebrated his unity with the Father. He fulfilled his purpose on earth. He is worthy to receive all praise.

Gospel Mission – disciple, road, earth, stars, cloud – Jesus prayed for all his disciples to take the Gospel to the world. Jesus prayed for all nations to believe.

Truth Sign – disciples, crown, cloud, flame – Jesus prayed for all disciples to be united with the Spirit. Our unity is God’s sign for the lost to believe in the Gospel.

Storytellers Sight

• Why did Jesus pray for himself, his disciples, and future generations? What part stands out to you?

• How does Jesus the Son feel about God the Father?

• What values of Father, Son, and Spirit do you see?

• What was it like for Jesus to know his heavenly identity, but be hated by the ones he came to save?

• What would you be thinking if you were with Jesus and heard him pray to God in this powerful way?

• Why is our unity the sign for the lost to follow Jesus?

Storytellers Discipleship

The following activities will help you remember the story, apply wisdom to your own life, and tell the story to others.

• Pray. Listen to the story. Draw the story.

• Tell the story with the drawings.

• Draw your own pictures to illustrate the story.

• Pray and ask the Holy Spirit to reveal wisdom in the story.

• Pray. What is the Holy Spirit asking you to do next?

• Go and tell the story to someone. Discuss the story.

• Disciple others to become Spirit-filled storytellers.

Download this lesson > Click here

Want more stories? Visit blazingtrees.org/storytellers

Ask James a question > info@blazingtrees.org

<+ We publish all of our resources online for free. If you feel this project is worth investing in financially, please click the “Give” link and designate your gift to our “Storytellers” Fund. Please prayerfully adopt our Blazing Trees team into your personal generosity. We love you and cherish your prayers, encouragement, and advocacy. Shalom, Maranatha. +>

Restoring Ruins &#8211; Isaiah 61 &#8211; Draw Bible Stories&nbsp;Project

Restoring Ruins Prophecy (Isaiah 61)

New Wineskins – flame & broken chains – The Holy Spirit upon us is the sign of God’s favor. By the Spirit, we break bondage chains and cultivate abundant life.

Thriving Tribes – fruit tree & city – Israel was once devastated and hopeless. But God restored Israel, forgiving her sins. Israel is now strong in the LORD.

Righteous Reputation – earth, cloud, flag, crown, stars – Yahweh transforms his people into a redeemed nation with a worldwide reputation of honor and faithfulness.

Fruitful Seeds – seed, roots, fruitful plant – God first sowed redemption seeds in his chosen people. Now, Israel sows these seeds, and all nations worship God.

Storytellers Sight

• Make a list of every transformation in Isaiah 61.

• What changed for Israel when Jesus came to earth?

• What emotions do you feel when you hear these words: poor, broken, captive, mourn, ashes, despair?

• Give examples of how you are free in the Holy Spirit.

• Imagine you’re in a restored city. What do you see?

• Compare Israel in this story to Israel in Babylon exile.

• Why is God alone worthy of worship by all nations?

Storytellers Discipleship

The following activities will help you remember the story, apply wisdom to your own life, and tell the story to others.

• Pray. Listen to the story. Draw the story.

• Tell the story with the drawings.

• Draw your own pictures to illustrate the story.

• Pray and ask the Holy Spirit to reveal wisdom in the story.

• Pray. What is the Holy Spirit asking you to do next?

• Go and tell the story to someone. Discuss the story.

• Disciple others to become Spirit-filled storytellers.

Download this lesson > Click here

Want more stories? Visit blazingtrees.org/storytellers

Ask James a question > info@blazingtrees.org

<+ We publish all of our resources online for free. If you feel this project is worth investing in financially, please click the “Give” link and designate your gift to our “Storytellers” Fund. Please prayerfully adopt our Blazing Trees team into your personal generosity. We love you and cherish your prayers, encouragement, and advocacy. Shalom, Maranatha. +>