Noah’s Sons – Genesis 9 – Draw Bible Stories Project

Noah’s Sons Story (Genesis 9)

Sin Remains – grapevine, cup, wine – Noah and his family were the only people left on earth after the flood. Noah planted a vineyard and became drunk.

Shame & Honor – tent & sons – Noah passed out in his tent naked and asleep. Ham saw his father and told his brothers. Shem & Japheth covered Noah to honor him.

Slavery Curse – pit, slave, chains – Noah was furious when he awoke. His youngest son had shamed him. He declared a slavery curse on Ham’s descendants.

Wealth Blessing – house, table, bread, cup, flame – Noah declared wealth, prosperity, and God’s blessings over his two older sons. After 950 years, Noah died.

Storytellers Sight

• What elements of a tragedy do we see in this story?

• Look at Noah and his family from God’s perspective. He just cleansed the earth; yet, sin still flourishes.

• Compare what’s honorable vs. shameful in this story.

• What clues in the story hint that Ham did something really bad to Noah while he was asleep and alone?

• Consider Jesus’ words about forgiving in John 20:23.

• How did this experience impact each of Noah’s kids?

• What will you remember the most about Noah’s life?

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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Known & Beloved – Psalm 139 – Draw Bible Stories Project

Known & Beloved Song (Psalm 139)

Devoted Companion – king, cloud, woman, flame – King David said God is always with us by his Holy Spirit. He knows our thoughts. He helps us each step of our way.

Worldwide Glory – earth, cloud, flame, stars – God’s Holy Spirit is everywhere, calling all the nations to believe. God’s Light shines brightly in the darkness.

Loving Creator – king, mother, baby, flag – God designs and creates us with love. He knows our future and guides our days. His wisdom is beyond imagination.

Holiness Prayer – serpent, sword, running man, road, city – David hated evil and cherished justice. He asked God to judge his enemies and safeguard his integrity.

Storytellers Sight

• How does God’s presence influence your daily life?

• If God already knows everything we will say, why do we pray? Why is worship an essential part of prayer?

• Remember a time when God helped you see clearly.

• Do you know someone who has no idea that God loves them? How can this song change their mind?

• Why does David have so much hate for his enemies?

• How often do you invite God to unveil sin in your life?

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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Embracing Calvary – Matthew 26 – Draw Bible Stories Project

Embracing Calvary Story (Matthew 26)

Devastating Destination – tears, Jesus, road, cross, cloud – Jesus went with his disciples to a garden and prepared for his crucifixion. His heart grieved deeply.

Jesus’ Humanity – Jesus, cup, God, cloud – Jesus left his disciples to pray alone. He asked God to take away the cross. Then, he fully surrendered to God’s will.

Sleeping Watchmen – disciple & tree – Jesus asked his disciples to stay awake and pray. He warned them of temptation. When he returned, they were fast asleep.

Prophesied Betrayal – Jesus, path, soldier, money bag – Jesus woke up his disciples when the soldiers arrived to arrest him, for Judas had been paid to betray him.

Storytellers Sight

• What do we learn about praying before a challenge?

• How does it feel to be deeply troubled in your soul?

• Jesus’ disciples had experience fishing all night. Why couldn’t they stay awake when Jesus asked for help?

• Join Jesus as he prays alone. What do you see and hear? What stands out to you about Jesus’ words?

• Why did Jesus warn the disciples about temptation?

• What do we learn about Jesus’ faith and courage?

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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