Grade 10 - Coptic Orthodox Diocese of the Southern United States

Sunday School Curriculum Grade 10
Also in his epistle to the Ephesians, St. Paul says: ―Therefore take up the whole armor of God,
that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. Stand
therefore, having girded your waist with truth, having put on the breastplate of righteousness‖
(Ephesians 6:13-14).
Take the sword of the spirit, which means the word of God.
The Bible protects the youth from temptations, sanctifies his thoughts and tender feelings. The
words I have spoken to you are spirit and life. They are the lamps that lights the road and a
guide of life. Remember now your Creator in the days of your youth, before the difficult days
come, and the years draw near when you say, ―I have no pleasure in them‖ (Ecclesiastes
12:1).
VIII. Examples of The Effectiveness Of The Holy Bible in The Life Of People
Especially The Leaders
Prophet David
He meditated on the commandments day and night. He advised his son Solomon to keep the
commandments of the Lord and walk in his way. When Solomon kept away from the
commandments of God and married foreign women he deviated and lost his way.
Daniel and the three young men
They refused to betray the commandment so the Lord sent his angel to Daniel to shut the
mouths of the lions. He also protected the three young men in the furnace of fire.
Joseph
Joseph is a good example of living in chastity, ―How then could I do such an immoral thing
and sin against God.‖
Conclusion:
Religion does not mean lessons and exams but it is essentially life, spirit and practice.
Applications:
There are useful references for the Servant and the students such as: ―An Introduction
to the Gospel‖ by Anba Moussa, ―How to the read the Bible‖ by Marcos Magazine, a
book by Fr. Daoud for more spiritual benefit, etc.
The Servant follows up the process of studying the Holy Bible and its effect on the
daily life of the students. He should encourage them and find out the verses that give
them comfort. He should then pray for applying them and using them as exercises for
the day.
One of the important matters is fixing a suitable period of time to be devoted for daily
reading and prayer before and after reading the Bible. Emphasize the importance of
regular study with open-mindedness and submission of the will and being prepared to
obey the commandment. Let us encourage our children to study some verses to give
them comfort during their study of the Word of God. This is a precious treasure that
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