DISCIPLESHIP RESOURCES ACROSS SLBC MINISTRY
Below, you will find specific resources that will allow families to continue biblical discussions within the family about things being learned in Sunday School, Children's Church, Youth Services, and our Sunday Sermons. The goal is to equip parents to be the primary disciple making leaders in their home while being equipped to have discussions towards understanding and application of biblical truths being discussed in places where parents might not be present for the teaching. These weekly resources should have an overview of what was studied, specific questions for discussion, and possibly some memory verses to focus on monthly. We hope these resources will be an encouragement to you and to your family as you lead the way by pointing your children to God's Word and God's Work in one another's lives.
DISCIPLESHIP FOCUS - 2026 - NEW CITY CATECHISM
As a church, beginning in February, we initiated a weekly pursuit of Discipleship in our homes and families by using New City Catechisms.
You can download the Apple IOS APPLICATION HERE and if you are an Android user you can download the GOOGLE PLAY STORE APP HERE.
Weekly, we will put the Catechism of the Week link here so that as a family if you don't use the app, you can still access the information here and can launch it in regular mode for adults and students or switch it over to kids mode to simplify the process of memorization and encouragement.
Additionally, we will be utilizing the catechism of the week to teach our Students and Children's Sunday School classes throughout the year so that as a family, there will be a continuity of directional growth towards foundational principles of the faith that can be learned at church and fully reinforced and implemented in the home!
You can download the Apple IOS APPLICATION HERE and if you are an Android user you can download the GOOGLE PLAY STORE APP HERE.
Weekly, we will put the Catechism of the Week link here so that as a family if you don't use the app, you can still access the information here and can launch it in regular mode for adults and students or switch it over to kids mode to simplify the process of memorization and encouragement.
Additionally, we will be utilizing the catechism of the week to teach our Students and Children's Sunday School classes throughout the year so that as a family, there will be a continuity of directional growth towards foundational principles of the faith that can be learned at church and fully reinforced and implemented in the home!
CATECHISM FOR THE WEEK OF APRIL 26, 2026
SUNDAY SCHOOL RESOURCES - KINDERGARTEN - 12TH GRADE
During the Sunday School Hour - all of our children and students will be studying the catechism of the week - please use the link above and regularly review and discuss this catechism with your household as your discipleship investment. For younger kids - please use the children's mode and listen to the song every day to help your kids learn and store these spiritual truths in their hearts.
CHILDREN'S CHURCH - PRE-K
April 26, 2026
Ezekiel Gave Hope
Ezekiel 37
The LORD took Ezekiel to a valley filled with dry bones and told him to speak the exact words that He would give him. Ezekiel did as he was told and the valley of dry bones formed together and became alive. Ezekiel's prophecy was a picture of the people of Israel. They were like dead bones with no hope, but God would give them life. God would make the way for those dead in their sin to have life resurrected.
DISCUSSION QUESTION:
In the valley of dry bones, what did God tell Ezekiel to do first?
God told Ezekiel, "Say to the bones and say, 'Dry bones, hear the word of the Lord! 'I will cause breath to enter you, and you will live. Then you will know that I am the Lord'" Before we can be made alive and saved from sin, we first need to hear the gospel.
The bones had flesh, but they were still dead. What did God tell Ezekiel to do next?
God said to Ezekiel, "Say to the wind: 'Come from the four winds and breathe into these dead people so they may live!'" Ezekiel obeyed God and the dead people came alive when the breath entered them. We can only be made alive when we trust in Jesus and the Holy Spirit comes to live inside us.
APPLICATION QUESTION:
How can we, like Ezekiel, share hope with people?
Practice sharing the gospel with your family.
MEMORY VERSE FOR THE MONTH:
The LORD is good to all,
and his mercy is over all that he has made.
- Psalm 145:9
Ezekiel Gave Hope
Ezekiel 37
The LORD took Ezekiel to a valley filled with dry bones and told him to speak the exact words that He would give him. Ezekiel did as he was told and the valley of dry bones formed together and became alive. Ezekiel's prophecy was a picture of the people of Israel. They were like dead bones with no hope, but God would give them life. God would make the way for those dead in their sin to have life resurrected.
DISCUSSION QUESTION:
In the valley of dry bones, what did God tell Ezekiel to do first?
God told Ezekiel, "Say to the bones and say, 'Dry bones, hear the word of the Lord! 'I will cause breath to enter you, and you will live. Then you will know that I am the Lord'" Before we can be made alive and saved from sin, we first need to hear the gospel.
The bones had flesh, but they were still dead. What did God tell Ezekiel to do next?
God said to Ezekiel, "Say to the wind: 'Come from the four winds and breathe into these dead people so they may live!'" Ezekiel obeyed God and the dead people came alive when the breath entered them. We can only be made alive when we trust in Jesus and the Holy Spirit comes to live inside us.
APPLICATION QUESTION:
How can we, like Ezekiel, share hope with people?
Practice sharing the gospel with your family.
MEMORY VERSE FOR THE MONTH:
The LORD is good to all,
and his mercy is over all that he has made.
- Psalm 145:9
CHILDREN'S CHURCH - KINDERGARTEN - 5TH GRADE
April 26, 2026
Ezekiel Gave Hope
Ezekiel 37
The LORD took Ezekiel to a valley filled with dry bones and told him to speak the exact words that He would give him. Ezekiel did as he was told and the valley of dry bones formed together and became alive. Ezekiel's prophecy was a picture of the people of Israel. They were like dead bones with no hope, but God would give them life. God would make the way for those dead in their sin to have life resurrected.
DISCUSSION QUESTION:
In the valley of dry bones, what did God tell Ezekiel to do first?
God told Ezekiel, "Say to the bones and say, 'Dry bones, hear the word of the Lord! 'I will cause breath to enter you, and you will live. Then you will know that I am the Lord'" Before we can be made alive and saved from sin, we first need to hear the gospel.
The bones had flesh, but they were still dead. What did God tell Ezekiel to do next?
God said to Ezekiel, "Say to the wind: 'Come from the four winds and breathe into these dead people so they may live!'" Ezekiel obeyed God and the dead people came alive when the breath entered them. We can only be made alive when we trust in Jesus and the Holy Spirit comes to live inside us.
APPLICATION QUESTION:
How can we, like Ezekiel, share hope with people?
Practice sharing the gospel with your family.
MEMORY VERSE FOR THE MONTH:
The LORD is good to all,
and his mercy is over all that he has made.
- Psalm 145:9
Ezekiel Gave Hope
Ezekiel 37
The LORD took Ezekiel to a valley filled with dry bones and told him to speak the exact words that He would give him. Ezekiel did as he was told and the valley of dry bones formed together and became alive. Ezekiel's prophecy was a picture of the people of Israel. They were like dead bones with no hope, but God would give them life. God would make the way for those dead in their sin to have life resurrected.
DISCUSSION QUESTION:
In the valley of dry bones, what did God tell Ezekiel to do first?
God told Ezekiel, "Say to the bones and say, 'Dry bones, hear the word of the Lord! 'I will cause breath to enter you, and you will live. Then you will know that I am the Lord'" Before we can be made alive and saved from sin, we first need to hear the gospel.
The bones had flesh, but they were still dead. What did God tell Ezekiel to do next?
God said to Ezekiel, "Say to the wind: 'Come from the four winds and breathe into these dead people so they may live!'" Ezekiel obeyed God and the dead people came alive when the breath entered them. We can only be made alive when we trust in Jesus and the Holy Spirit comes to live inside us.
APPLICATION QUESTION:
How can we, like Ezekiel, share hope with people?
Practice sharing the gospel with your family.
MEMORY VERSE FOR THE MONTH:
The LORD is good to all,
and his mercy is over all that he has made.
- Psalm 145:9
STUDENT MINISTRIES SERVICES - 6TH - 12TH GRADE
April 26, 2026
Apologetics Questions
This week students will review the past several weeks of our Apologetic series.
We will also answer questions that the students have.
APPLICATION QUESTION:
Have you every shared your testimony with someone? What did you say?
Practice sharing your testimony with someone before next week.
Apologetics Questions
This week students will review the past several weeks of our Apologetic series.
We will also answer questions that the students have.
APPLICATION QUESTION:
Have you every shared your testimony with someone? What did you say?
Practice sharing your testimony with someone before next week.
FAMILY LIFE GROUP WEEKLY RESOURCES
FAMILY LIFE GROUP QUESTIONS
April 26, 2026
We are continuing our Exegetical Study in the book of Matthew this week!
Below are the questions for our FLG for April 26, 2026:
FLG Questions - 4/26/26
1) How has my perspective on eternal wealth grown in the past week? (Matthew 6:19-21)
2) Where in my life have I seen the unmerited generosity of God and
how has it shaped my understanding of His goodness? (Psalm 103:8 / Psalm 100:5 / Psalm 145:4-7)
3) In what ways have I made my relationship with God transactional -
how I view God and my service to Him is based on what I receive from Him? (Ephesians 2:8-10 / John 15:4-5)
4) In what ways have I made my relationship with God casual -
I serve His will and wishes when it is convenient and comfortable? (Matthew 22:37-38 / Deuteronomy 6:4-9)
5) Where have I missed out on the joy of fulfilling my God-given task because of comparison to others,
their success, their rewards, or desiring their tasks? (Proverbs 14:30 / Colossians 3:23 / Matthew 20:10-12)
We are continuing our Exegetical Study in the book of Matthew this week!
Below are the questions for our FLG for April 26, 2026:
FLG Questions - 4/26/26
1) How has my perspective on eternal wealth grown in the past week? (Matthew 6:19-21)
2) Where in my life have I seen the unmerited generosity of God and
how has it shaped my understanding of His goodness? (Psalm 103:8 / Psalm 100:5 / Psalm 145:4-7)
3) In what ways have I made my relationship with God transactional -
how I view God and my service to Him is based on what I receive from Him? (Ephesians 2:8-10 / John 15:4-5)
4) In what ways have I made my relationship with God casual -
I serve His will and wishes when it is convenient and comfortable? (Matthew 22:37-38 / Deuteronomy 6:4-9)
5) Where have I missed out on the joy of fulfilling my God-given task because of comparison to others,
their success, their rewards, or desiring their tasks? (Proverbs 14:30 / Colossians 3:23 / Matthew 20:10-12)
DISCIPLESHIP SERIES - HOW SLBC DOES DISCIPLESHIP
FOUNDATIONAL STEPS SERIES - PRACTICAL DISCIPLESHIP PROCESSES
Excitement in the Word
Mar 1, 2026 • Matt Bonnett
Elevation of the Word
Feb 15, 2026 • Matt Bonnett
Evidence of the Word
Feb 8, 2026 • Matt Bonnett
Explanation of the Word
Jan 18, 2026 • Matt Bonnett
Exposure to the Word
Jan 11, 2026 • Matt Bonnett
Foundational Steps Intro
Jan 4, 2026 • Jordan Dickens
ONGOING RESOURCES FOR DISCIPLESHIP /FOUNDATIONAL STEPS:
In addition to our questions this week, please note the following resources through RightNow Media that could be an encouragement to you as you seek to learn more about reading the Bible, understanding it's origins and purpose, and teaching your kids and students health way to interact with this incredible gift of God's Word!
FAMILIES WITH YOUNG KIDS:
BIBLE BASICS (HOW TO READ THE BIBLE WELL)
FAMILIES WITH GRADE SCHOOL THROUGH HIGH SCHOOL:
THE BIBLE
CAN I TRUST THE BIBLE
INTRODUCTION TO THE BIBLE (MORE OF A STORYTELLING APPROACH)
GREAT CUMULATIVE STUDIES TOWARDS KNOWING AND DEFENDING THE BIBLE:
WHY TRUST THE BIBLE (FILMED AND FUNCTIONAL FOR UK AUDIENCE)
WHY DO WE NEED THE BIBLE
WHAT DOES THE BIBLE SAY
In our previous week of Foundational Steps in preparing to pursue Christ with our habits and our hearts, we looked specifically at our Explanation of The Word and how that informs us how to live according to scripture and walk with a Biblical lens in life. We worked through a systematic method of interpretation to allow the text to point us to proper context, understanding, and explanation to others - this method is the O.I.A. Method - we are going to leave these resources here for you to utilize in your ongoing pursuit of Bible Study.
SPECIFIC RESOURCES INTENDED TO HELP YOU WALK WITH THE O . I . A . METHOD:
ENCOURAGEMENTS FOR THE FIRST-TIME BIBLE STUDENT - BEYOND READING TO STUDYING
OBSERVATION WORKSHEET
INTERPRETATION WORKSHEET
APPLICATION WORKSHEET
FAMILIES WITH YOUNG KIDS:
BIBLE BASICS (HOW TO READ THE BIBLE WELL)
FAMILIES WITH GRADE SCHOOL THROUGH HIGH SCHOOL:
THE BIBLE
CAN I TRUST THE BIBLE
INTRODUCTION TO THE BIBLE (MORE OF A STORYTELLING APPROACH)
GREAT CUMULATIVE STUDIES TOWARDS KNOWING AND DEFENDING THE BIBLE:
WHY TRUST THE BIBLE (FILMED AND FUNCTIONAL FOR UK AUDIENCE)
WHY DO WE NEED THE BIBLE
WHAT DOES THE BIBLE SAY
In our previous week of Foundational Steps in preparing to pursue Christ with our habits and our hearts, we looked specifically at our Explanation of The Word and how that informs us how to live according to scripture and walk with a Biblical lens in life. We worked through a systematic method of interpretation to allow the text to point us to proper context, understanding, and explanation to others - this method is the O.I.A. Method - we are going to leave these resources here for you to utilize in your ongoing pursuit of Bible Study.
SPECIFIC RESOURCES INTENDED TO HELP YOU WALK WITH THE O . I . A . METHOD:
ENCOURAGEMENTS FOR THE FIRST-TIME BIBLE STUDENT - BEYOND READING TO STUDYING
OBSERVATION WORKSHEET
INTERPRETATION WORKSHEET
APPLICATION WORKSHEET