When Sin Broke Everything
Understand how sin changed God's original perfect creation
Recognize the consequences of sin in the natural world
Develop compassion for creation's current broken state
“'Cursed is the ground because of you. In toil you will eat of it all the days of your life. Thorns also and thistles will it bring forth to you; and you will eat the herb of the field. By the sweat of your face will you eat bread, until you return to the ground, for out of it you were taken. For dust you are, and to dust you will return.'”
— Genesis 3:17-19 (WEB)Demonstrates the direct consequences of human sin on creation
BibleMouse adventure begins! Recall yesterday's lesson about how sin first entered the world
Explore how sin affected God's perfect creation
Outdoor garden or yard investigation of how creation shows signs of brokenness
Simpler: Collect fallen leaves or observe plants with parent help
Challenge: Research how different plants survive challenging conditions
Reflect on God's love despite creation's brokenness
Thank God for His promise of future restoration
Coming up: Tomorrow we'll explore how everyone is affected by sin
“Wherefore, as by one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin; and so death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned.”
— Romans 5:12 (WEB)🎯 Activity: Domino Chain Verse: Set up dominoes in a long line, with each domino having a word from the verse. As child recites the verse, they knock down the dominoes to show how sin spreads
This lesson helps children understand the theological concept of 'the fall' in an age-appropriate way
Children may feel overwhelmed by the concept of universal sin
Signs of empathy and understanding about creation's brokenness