Study / Greek Words: "Identity in Christ"
Five weeks in your "Identity in Christ" study of Ephesians (Chapters 1–6), designed for children ages 10–14.
Each week includes a full teaching section with:
Introduction to the theme
Bible exploration
Hebrew/Greek word study
Teachable lessons with discussion questions
Memory verse application
Inspiring activity
Life application challenge
📅 WEEK 1: Chosen and Sealed
📖 Ephesians 1
🧠 Theme: You are chosen by God and sealed with His Spirit.
1. 🌟 INTRODUCTION:
Have you ever been picked last for a team or felt left out? In God's Kingdom, you're not forgotten — you are chosen before the world began! This week, we’ll learn about our spiritual identity as sons and daughters of the King.
2. 📖 BIBLE EXPLORATION:
Read Ephesians 1:3–14 together. Paul says we have every spiritual blessing in Christ, we are predestined, adopted, redeemed, and sealed with the Holy Spirit.
3. 🗣️ GREEK WORD STUDY:
Eklegomai (ἐκλέγομαι) – means “to choose or elect.”
Sphragízō (σφραγίζω) – means “to seal, mark ownership.” God marked you as His forever.
4. 📚 TEACHABLE LESSONS:
God chose you on purpose, not by accident.
Your value comes from God, not popularity or success.
The Holy Spirit lives in you, like a seal that proves you belong to God.
5. ❓ DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
How does it feel knowing God chose you before you were born?
What does it mean to be sealed by the Holy Spirit?
How can you live differently knowing you're already loved?
6. 📖 MEMORY VERSE:
Ephesians 1:4 – Ephesians 1:4 states, "For he chose us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and blameless before him."
This verse highlights that God's choice of believers was not based on their future actions or merit, but was a predetermined plan made before the beginning of time. The purpose of this choice is that believers would be holy and without blame before God, signifying a state of spiritual purity and blamelessness
7. 🎨 ACTIVITY – Name Tag Identity Art:
Each child creates a name tag with their name and one identity word from Ephesians 1 (e.g., “Chosen,” “Forgiven,” “Loved”). Decorate with bright colors and stickers.
8. 🏠 LIFE CHALLENGE:
Write the word “CHOSEN” on your mirror or notebook this week. Every time you see it, say: “God chose me!”
📅 WEEK 2: Made Alive in Christ
📖 Ephesians 2
🧠 Theme: You are God’s masterpiece, created for a purpose.
1. 🌟 INTRODUCTION:
Imagine an artist creating a painting just for you. That’s what God did! You were once spiritually dead, but now you are alive in Christ and created to do good.
2. 📖 BIBLE EXPLORATION:
Read Ephesians 2:1–10. Paul explains how we were dead in sin, but God, rich in mercy, made us alive and seated us with Christ.
3. 🗣️ GREEK WORD STUDY:
Poiēma (ποίημα) – means “work of art” or “masterpiece.”
Charis (χάρις) – “Grace.” God saved us by grace, not by works.
4. 📚 TEACHABLE LESSONS:
God made you on purpose and for a purpose.
You are not defined by your mistakes, but by God’s grace.
You are created to do good works that make a difference.
5. ❓ DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
What is something you're really good at? How can you use that for God?
How is being a "masterpiece" different from trying to be perfect?
What does grace mean to you?
6. 📖 MEMORY VERSE:
Ephesians 2:10 – “Ephesians 2:10 "For we are God's masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago."
This verse means that believers in Jesus Christ are seen as God's special creation, designed with purpose and for good works. It highlights the idea that God's creative power is evident in believers, shaping them into something beautiful and purposeful.
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7. 🎨 ACTIVITY – Masterpiece Collage:
Kids cut out magazine pictures or draw images that represent who they are in Christ. Paste them on poster board to make a “masterpiece.”
8. 🏠 LIFE CHALLENGE:
Write a letter to God thanking Him for creating you and ask Him to show you your purpose.
📅 WEEK 3: One Family, One Lord
📖 Ephesians 3–4
🧠 Theme: You are part of God’s family—united with others in love.
1. 🌟 INTRODUCTION:
Families may look different, but God's family includes people from every nation and culture. This week, we’ll discover that we are united by Christ and called to live in harmony.
2. 📖 BIBLE EXPLORATION:
Read Ephesians 4:1–6, 11–16. Paul urges us to live in unity, using our gifts to build each other up.
3. 🗣️ HEBREW WORD STUDY:
Echad (אֶחָד) – “One, united.” This is the same word used in “The Lord is One” (Deut. 6:4).
4. 📚 TEACHABLE LESSONS:
God’s family is diverse and beautiful.
We each have unique gifts, but we need one another.
Unity doesn’t mean we’re the same—it means we love and support one another.
5. ❓ DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
Why do you think unity is important to God?
What’s your spiritual “gift” or strength?
How can you help someone feel part of God’s family?
6. 📖 MEMORY VERSE:
Ephesians 4:4 – “Ephesians 4:4 in the New Living Translation (NLT) reads: "There is one body and one Spirit, just as also you were called to one hope [that belongs to your call]".
This verse emphasizes the unity of believers in Christ, highlighting that there is one body (the Church), one Spirit (the Holy Spirit), and one hope (eternal life) that all Christians share.
7. 🎨 ACTIVITY – Puzzle of Unity:
Each student decorates a puzzle piece with their name and gift (e.g. Encourager, Helper, Prayer Warrior). Fit all the pieces together into one big poster.
8. 🏠 LIFE CHALLENGE:
This week, go out of your way to include someone who may feel left out at school, church, or home.
📅 WEEK 4: Living as Children of Light
📖 Ephesians 5
🧠 Theme: You are light in a dark world.
1. 🌟 INTRODUCTION:
Think of a flashlight in a dark room—it changes everything! God says that when we follow Jesus, we become children of light, bringing hope, truth, and joy.
2. 📖 BIBLE EXPLORATION:
Read Ephesians 5:1–14. Paul encourages believers to live in love and avoid the darkness of sin.
3. 🗣️ GREEK WORD STUDY:
Phōs (φῶς) – “Light.” Light represents truth, purity, and God’s presence.
4. 📚 TEACHABLE LESSONS:
Your actions and words reflect who you are in Christ.
You shine when you show kindness, speak truth, and help others.
Stay close to Jesus to keep your light bright.
5. ❓ DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
What are ways we can be “light” at school or home?
What makes it hard to live as light sometimes?
How do you feel knowing God’s light shines through you?
6. 📖 MEMORY VERSE:
Ephesians 5:8 – "For you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Live as children of light,"
means that Christians, having been transformed by their relationship with Christ, should live in accordance with their new identity as children of light, actively pursuing goodness, righteousness, and truth and separating themselves from the works of darkness.
7. 🎨 ACTIVITY – Glow Lanterns:
Create paper lanterns and decorate them with words like “truth,” “joy,” “kindness.” Insert glow sticks or LED tea lights to shine bright.
8. 🏠 LIFE CHALLENGE:
Do one secret act of kindness each day this week—let your light shine!
📅 WEEK 5: Strong in the Lord
📖 Ephesians 6
🧠 Theme: You are equipped with God’s armor to stand strong.
1. 🌟 INTRODUCTION:
Soldiers wear armor for protection. Did you know you have spiritual armor? God gives you truth, faith, and righteousness to stand strong when life gets hard.
2. 📖 BIBLE EXPLORATION:
Read Ephesians 6:10–18. Paul describes the Armor of God, which protects us spiritually.
3. 🗣️ GREEK WORD STUDY:
Panoplia (πανοπλία) – “Full armor.” It refers to every piece needed for defense.
4. 📚 TEACHABLE LESSONS:
Spiritual battles are real, but God gives us the tools to win.
Each piece of armor represents a truth about who you are.
You are never alone—God is your strength.
5. ❓ DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
Which piece of armor do you think is most important and why?
How can you “put on” the armor each day?
How does knowing you're protected help you face tough situations?
6. 📖 MEMORY VERSE:
Ephesians 6:11 – "Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil,"
means believers should prepare themselves spiritually for the ongoing battle against evil forces by utilizing the defensive and offensive tools God provides. This verse highlights the reality of spiritual warfare and the necessity of being equipped with God's strength to resist the devil's deceptive tactics.
7. 🎨 ACTIVITY – Armor Dress-Up & Skit:
Students craft pieces of cardboard armor labeled with names like “Faith” and “Truth.” Form groups and act out scenarios using the armor (e.g., dealing with peer pressure).
8. 🏠 LIFE CHALLENGE:
Each morning this week, say a short prayer putting on the armor of God. Example: “Today I wear truth, faith, and peace in Jesus’ name.”