Gideon's Fleece
| Category | Spiritual Development |
| Resource Owner | Compassion International |
The lesson “Gideon’s Fleece” helps children to understand God’s reassurances, His protection, and His peace. The children will recall how God reassured Gideon despite him feeling insignificant and will learn to recite, “A sword for the Lord and for Gideon!” from the story in Judges. They will learn how significant they are in the eyes of God. The lesson includes guided instructions for the teacher, including preparation, a script, and suggested activities to facilitate further learning in a fun and interactive manner. This lesson is designed for children between 6-8 years, and is the 25th lesson in the 2nd Year Core Curriculum Set and part of the “God Teaches and Protects His People” unit.
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