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Understanding Peace in Trials

Hymn Study - It Is Well With My Soul

Day 148of 180
Week 30of 36
25Minutes
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🎯 What You'll Learn

Learning Objectives

1

Understand that God gives peace during difficult times

2

Learn how music can express deep spiritual truths

3

Develop empathy and compassion for others facing challenges

📖 Scripture Connection

Philippians 4:7

“And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus.”

— Philippians 4:7 (WEB)

Directly relates to the hymn's message of finding peace in God during difficult times

📦 Materials Needed

  • Hymnal or printed lyrics
  • Soft blanket or comfort item
  • Colored paper
  • Crayons or markers
  • BibleMouse Resource Guide: Grade 1 Music
📚 Step-by-Step

Lesson Plan

1Opening (3 min)

Welcome to today's BibleMouse music lesson! Let's remember what we learned about Horatio Spafford's story yesterday.

💭 Review Question: Can you tell me one thing you remember about Mr. Spafford's life?
2Teaching (8 min)

Today we'll explore how music helps us understand God's peace, even when life feels hard.

📌 Key Talking Points:
  • Sometimes we feel sad or scared
  • God promises to be with us always
  • Music can help us remember God's love
💬 Discussion Questions:
  • What makes you feel safe when you're worried?
  • How can we talk to God when we feel sad?
3Activity: Peace Blanket Time (10 min)
discussion

Create a 'peace drawing' that shows how God comforts us

📝 Instructions:
  1. Wrap up in a soft blanket
  2. Listen to a gentle recording of 'It Is Well'
  3. Draw a picture of something that makes you feel peaceful
  4. Share your drawing and talk about God's love
🔄 Variations:

Simpler: Draw with parent's help

Challenge: Write a short sentence about peace

4Closing (3 min)

Recap our lesson about God's peace

📝 Review Questions:
  • What did we learn about peace today?
  • How can music help us feel close to God?

Coming up: Tomorrow we'll practice singing 'It Is Well' with feeling and expression

👨‍👩‍👧 For Parents

Teaching Notes

📚 Background:

The hymn 'It Is Well With My Soul' was written after Horatio Spafford experienced profound personal tragedy

💡 Teaching Tips:
  • Be patient with emotional discussions
  • Validate your child's feelings
  • Use gentle, age-appropriate language
🤔 Common Struggles:

Young children might find abstract concepts of peace difficult to understand

👀 Signs of Understanding:

Moments of empathy, curiosity about God's love

🚀 Want More?

Extension Activities

  • Create a 'Peace Corner' in your home with comfort items
  • Practice deep breathing as a way to feel God's peace
  • Use BibleMouse Printables Library for additional peace-themed activities

Ready for Tomorrow?

Great job completing today's lesson!

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