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Learning It Is Well

Hymn Study: Stories Behind the Songs

Day 103of 180
Week 21of 36
25Minutes
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🎯 What You'll Learn

Learning Objectives

1

Learn first verse of 'It Is Well With My Soul'

2

Understand basic melody and rhythm of the hymn

3

Demonstrate compassion and faith through music

📖 Scripture Connection

Philippians 4:6-7

“Don't be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus.”

— Philippians 4:6-7 (WEB)

Connects to hymn's theme of peace during difficult times

📦 Materials Needed

  • Hymnal or printed lyrics
  • Simple musical instrument (optional)
  • BibleMouse Resource Guide: Grade 2 Music
  • Quiet space for singing
📚 Step-by-Step

Lesson Plan

1Opening (3 min)

Recall story of Horatio Spafford from previous lesson

💭 Review Question: What difficult thing happened in Horatio Spafford's life?
2Teaching (8 min)

Introduce first verse of 'It Is Well With My Soul'

📌 Key Talking Points:
  • Explain how music helps us express deep feelings
  • Demonstrate hymn's melody slowly
  • Discuss meaning of words 'It is well with my soul'
💬 Discussion Questions:
  • What does 'soul' mean?
  • How can music help us feel better when we're sad?
3Activity: Hymn Learning Game (10 min)
singing practice

Practice singing first verse with fun movements

📝 Instructions:
  1. Learn first verse line by line
  2. Create simple hand motions for each line
  3. Sing together with motions
🔄 Variations:

Simpler: Sing only first two lines

Challenge: Add harmony or additional verses

4Closing (3 min)

Review what we learned about the hymn

📝 Review Questions:
  • What does 'It is well with my soul' mean?
  • How can singing help us feel close to God?

Coming up: Tomorrow we'll practice singing with more expression

👨‍👩‍👧 For Parents

Teaching Notes

📚 Background:

Hymn written after Spafford lost his children in a shipwreck

💡 Teaching Tips:
  • Sing slowly and clearly
  • Encourage child's participation
  • Don't worry about perfect pitch
🤔 Common Struggles:

Remembering all the words, matching melody

👀 Signs of Understanding:

Child's engagement and attempt to sing

🚀 Want More?

Extension Activities

  • Draw a picture illustrating the hymn's meaning
  • Practice hymn with BibleMouse Song Collection recording

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