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Lesson 9
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February 01, 2026
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Winter 2025-26
echoes adult
Jesus announces the coming kingdom of God, and the church grows.
Lesson 9
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February 01, 2026
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Winter 2025-26
Bible-in-Life adult
Jesus announces the coming kingdom of God, and the church grows.
Lesson 9
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February 01, 2026
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Winter 2025-26
high school
Students will talk about runners as they explore how fixing our eyes on Jesus gives us strength and courage.
Lesson 9
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February 01, 2026
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Winter 2025-26
middle school
Students will watch a video about teens choosing to serve others as they explore Jesus’ definition of greatness.
Lesson 9
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February 01, 2026
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Winter 2025-26
upper elementary
In order to introduce the lesson topic, students will discuss their life connections and watch an amusing video about someone searching for a way to stay plugged in.
Lesson 8
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January 25, 2026
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Winter 2025-26
echoes adult
Peter learns to follow Jesus, and urges us to do the same.
Lesson 8
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January 25, 2026
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Winter 2025-26
Bible-in-Life adult
Peter learns to follow Jesus, and urges us to do the same.
Lesson 8
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January 25, 2026
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Winter 2025-26
high school
Students will watch a video about the story of an immigrant family and consider what parents give up for their children as they explore what it means to sacrifice something.
Lesson 8
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January 25, 2026
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Winter 2025-26
middle school
Students will watch videos about compassionate acts as they explore the compassion of Jesus.
upper elementary
Students will watch a video about a baby whom doctors weren’t sure would live but defied the odds as they explore Jesus’ absolute power over death.
Lesson 7
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January 18, 2026
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Winter 2025-26
echoes adult
Prayers can have boldness, confidence, and humility.
Lesson 7
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January 18, 2026
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Winter 2025-26
Bible-in-Life adult
Prayers can have boldness, confidence, and humility.