Volume 5 Scope & Sequence Detailed

Series Title

Age

Topic

Tagline

Big Idea

Scripture

Memory Verse Reference

Blast Off

Grow Kids

The 4 Spiritual Habits

A 4-Week Series from the Gospels on Grow's 4 Spiritual Habits

1. We can spend time with God.
2. We can spend time with others.
3. We can use our gifts.
4. We can share our story.

1. Luke 10:38–42; Colossians 4:2–6
2. Mark 2:1–12; Galatians 6:2, 9–10
3. Acts 16:16–34; 1 John 3:16–18
4. John 13:1–17; Romans 12:3-8
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Psalm 119:105

Famous

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David,Solomon

A 5-week series from the Old Testament on Solomon

1. When we make mistakes, we can make things right.
2. When we feel alone, God gives us friends.
3. When we need help, we can ask for God's guidance.
4. When we are thankful, we can give God what we have.
5. When you’re loved by God, you don’t need to be liked by everyone.

1. II Samuel 11:26-12:13; Ephesians 4:14-16
2. I Kings 1:29-35, I Kings 1:5-14; Ephesians 4:25-5:2
3. I Kings 3:3-14, I Kings 2:10-12; Ephesians 5:8-17
4. I Kings 6:11-14, I Kings 8:22-30; Psalm 84
5. I Kings 10:1-9 Song of Songs 2:8-13

1 Corinthians 10:31

Choose Your Own Adventure

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Psalms,Proverbs

A 4-week series from the Old Testament about Psalms and Proverbs

1. I can be wise by not choosing sides.
2. I can be wise by choosing my words carefully.
3. I can be wise by choosing to do good.
4. I can be wise by choosing God.

1. Proverbs 22:1-2, Proverbs 22:8-9, Proverbs 22:22-23; James 2:1-10
2. Psalm 19; James 3:4-10
3. Psalm 1; James 3:13-18
4. Proverbs 3:1-8; James 5:13-16

Ephesians 5:15

Big & Small

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Job

A 5-week series from the Old Testament about Job

1. We are small but God is big.
2. God listens when we have big feelings.
3. God sees the big picture.
4. No problem is too small for God.
5. We can be a big help in small ways.

1. Job 1:1, Job 2:1-10; Psalm 8
2. Job 23:1-7; Hebrews 4:15-16
3. Job 38:1-7, Job 38:34-41; Isaiah 53:4-12
4. Job 42:1-6, Job 42:10-17; Mark 10:46-52
5. Job 2:11-13 Psalm 146

Job 37:5

Plate It

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Prophets

A 4-week series from the Old Testament on the Prophets

1. Add the Big Idea.
2. Add the Big Idea.
3. Add the Big Idea.
4. Add the Big Idea.

1. Scripture; Scripture; Scripture
2. Scripture; Scripture; Scripture
3. Scripture; Scripture; Scripture
4. Scripture; Scripture; Scripture

Ephesians 2:10a

Joy to the World

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Christmas

A 4-week series from the New Testament on Christmas

1. Jesus came to bring good news to the world.
2. Jesus came to bring joy to the world.
3. Jesus came to bring peace to the world.
4. Jesus came so the world could know God.

1. Luke 1:5-20, Luke 1:57-66; Malachi 3:1-4
2. Luke 1:26-55; Zephaniah 3:14-20
3. Luke 2:1-14; Micah 5:2-5
4. Luke 2:41-52; Colossians 3:12-17

Luke 2:10

A Day at the Museum

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Jesus' Early Life

A 5-week series from the New Testament on Jesus' early life and ministry

1. We can see God through Jesus.
2. We can hear God's voice if we listen.
3. Jesus gives us a taste of God's power.
4. The Bible shows us how to experience God.
5. Following God makes us stand out.

1. John 1:1-18; John 14:6-11
2. Luke 3:15-17, Luke 3:21-22; Psalm 29
3. John 2:1-11; Psalm 34:8-9
4. Luke 4:14-21; 2 Timothy 3: 14-17
5. Luke 4:22-30; Psalm 71:1-6

Jeremiah 29:13

Opposite Day

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Jesus' Teachings

A 4-week series from the New Testament on Jesus' Teachings

1. Following Jesus is the opposite of following ourselves.
2. Our struggles bring us closer to Jesus.
3. Our enemies help us learn to love.
4. Jesus is with us even though we can’t see him

1. Luke 5:1-11; Isaiah 55:8-9
2. Luke 6:17-26; Jeremiah 17:5-10
3. Luke 6:27-38; I John 4: 7-21
4. Luke 9:28-36; Romans 8:31-39

2 Corinthians 12:9a

Page-Turner

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Jesus' Ministry

A 4-week series from the New Testament on Jesus' Ministry

1. God prepares us to fight temptation.
2. God is more powerful than evil.
3. God is patient while we grow.
4. God celebrates us.

1. Luke 4:1-13; I John 4:7-21
2. Luke 9:37-43a; Psalm 27
3. Luke 13:6-9; I Corinthians 10:12-13
4. Luke 15:11b-32; II Corinthians 5:17-19

2 Thessalonians 3:3

Did You Know?

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Easter

A 4-week series from the New Testament on Easter

1. Did you know we can love Jesus more than anything?
2. Did you know Jesus is king over everything?
3. Did you know Jesus is alive?
4. Did you know we can trust Jesus?

1. John 12:1-8; Philippians 3:7-9
2. Luke 19:28-40; Jeremiah 23:5-6, Zechariah 14:9
3. Luke 24:1-2; Romans 6:8-11
4. John 20-19-31; Acts 4:19-20

2 Peter 3:18a

The Messengers

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The Early Church

A 5-week series from the New Testament on the Early Church

1. We are God's messengers.
2. We can share the stories of God's miracles.
3. God can deliver everyone.
4. God's message goes everywhere.
5. God sends help.

1. Acts 9:1-20; I Corinthians 15:1-9
2. Acts 9:36-43; Psalm 77:11-14
3. Acts 11:1-18; John 13:34-35
4. Acts 16:9-15; Matthew 28:18-20
5. Acts 16:16-24; Psalm 97

Isaiah 6:8

Ever After

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Ruth

A 4-week series from the Old Testament on Ruth

1. God gives us companions.
2. God gives us hope.
3. God gives us boldness.
4. God always takes care of us.

1. Acts 2:1-6; Ruth 1
2. Romans 5:1-5; Ruth 2
3. Psalm 42; Ruth 3
4. Psalm 16; Ruth 4

Psalm 121:8

Up in the Air

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Elijah

A 5-week series from the Old Testament on Elisha

1. I can dream big with God.
2. I can have faith in God.
3. I can count on God's promises.
4. I can ask God for what I need.
5. I can be used by God.

1. Psalm 66:1-9; II Kings 2:1-2, II Kings 2:6-14
2. Colossians 1:3-14; II Kings 4:1-7
3. Genesis 18:1-10a; II Kings 4:8-37
4. Luke 11:1-9; II Kings 4:38-44
5. Colossians 3:1-4; II Kings 5:1-14

Colossians 3:2

I Wonder . . .

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The 4 Spiritual Habits

A 4-Part Series for VBS about Spiritual Habits

1. "I wonder what makes my story unique?
2. "
3. I wonder what gifts God gave me?
4. I wonder what I can learn from others?
5. I wonder how I can spend time with God?

1. Ephesians 2:4-10
2. 1 Peter 4:10; 2 Timothy 1:6-7
3. 1 John 4:11, 1 Peter 4:8
4. Colossians 1:9-12, 3:16, 4:2-3

Psalm 40:5a

Royals

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❌ Leadership,Authority

A 4-Week Series on AuthorityA 4-Week Series on Authority

1. When you make mistakes, God can help make things right.
2. When you want to be in charge, be humble instead.
3. When you're not sure who to listen to, ask God for wisdom.
4. When obedience is difficult, stay close to Jesus.

1. II Samuel 11:1-27; II Samuel 12:1-13, Psalm 51:1-12, II Corinthians 5:17
2. II Samuel 18:1-15, II Samuel 18:31-33; II Samuel 15:1-14, Matthew 23:12
3. I Kings 2:10-12; II Kings 3:3-14, James 1:5
4. John 6:50-66; II Samuel 7:8-13

Rad

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Loving Others

A 4-Week Series From the Book of James on Loving Others

1. Radical people listen more than they speak.
2. Radical people don't play favorites.
3. Radical people watch their words.
4. Radical people fight for peace.

1. James 1:19-21; Psalm 15
2. James 2:1-17; Proverbs 22:1-2, Proverbs 22:8-9, Proverbs 22:22-23
3. James 3:1-12; Mark 7:1-8
4. James 3:13-4:3, James 3:7-8a; Matthew 5:9

I Have Questions

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Doubt & Questions

A 4-Week Series on Doubt and Questions

1. When people are hurting, where is God?
2. When we're hurting, does God leave us?
3. If God is good, why do bad things happen?
4. When life hurts, is God listening?

1. Esther 7:1-10; Esther 4:11-16, I John 3:17-18
2. Hebrews 1:1-3a; Psalm 22, Psalm 42:9-11, Matthew 27:39-46
3. Amos 5:10-15; Revelation 21:1-5a
4. Psalm 91; I John 5:14

With You

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Friendship

A 4-Week Series on Friendship

1. Be with people when they’re grieving
2. Be with people when they're lonely
3. Be with people when they're in need
4. Be with people when they need hope

1. Psalm 34:18; Job 2:11-13, Job 16:2
2. Ruth 1:1-18; I John 4:11-13
3. I Kings 17:8-16; Matthew 25:40
4. I Samuel 1:1-20; Romans 15:13

Good Things

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Christmas

A 4-Week Series on Christmas

1. God has a plan.
2. Jesus completes God's plan.
3. Jesus brings joy.
4. God’s plans require sacrifice.

1. Jeremiah 33:14-16; Genesis 3:1-15, Matthew 1:1-17
2. Malachi 3:1-2; Mark 1:1-8, Matthew 1:21-23
3. Zephaniah 3:14-17; Luke 2:25:38
4. Luke 1:46-55; Romans 12:1, Luke 1:26-38

Distinct

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Identity

A 4-Week Series From the New Testament on Identity

1. Jesus is distinct.
2. God made you distinct.
3. We can all serve in distinct ways.
4. We can celebrate our distinctions.

1. John 1:1-18; I Corinthians 8:6
2. Isaiah 43:1-7; John 1:19-23
3. I Corinthians 12:1-11; I Peter 4:10
4. I Corinthians 12:12-31; Revelation 7:9-10

Justice For All

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Justice

A 4-Week Series From Genesis on Justice

1. Justice is love in action.
2. Justice begins with hope.
3. Integrity can resist injustice.
4. God’s justice restores what was broken.

1. I Corinthians 13:1-7; Genesis 37:1-11
2. Psalm 138:7-8; Genesis 37:17-28
3. Psalm 1:1-3; Genesis 39:1-23
4. Genesis 45:1-8; Genesis 50:15-20, Luke 6:27-38

Atomic

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The 4 Spiritual Habits

A 4-Week Series on Spiritual Habits

1. Make it a habit to spend time with God.
2. Make it a habit to invest in your relationships.
3. Make it a habit to share your faith stories.
4. Make it a habit to worship with your life.

1. II Corinthians 3:18-4:2; Matthew 17:1-8
2. John 15:9-13; Ecclesiastes 4:9-12
3. "Psalm 27:1, 4-9; Mark 16:9-15
4. Psalm 63; Colossians 3:14-17

Break Trail

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Easter

A 6-Week Series on Jesus & Easter

1. Jesus never gives up on us.
2. Jesus understands our pain.
3. Jesus shows us humilty.
4. Jesus is alive.
5. Jesus can be trusted.
6. Jesus gives us a mission/challenge/job to do.

1. Psalm 32; Luke 22:1-6, Luke 22:47-48, Luke 22:54-62, John 21:15-17
2. Philippians 3:4-14; Matthew 27:27-44
3. Philippians 2:5-11; Luke 23:32-56
4. Luke 24:1-12; I Corinthians 15:21-26
5. John 20:19-31; Proverbs 3:5-6
6. John 21:1-3; John 21:15-17, Matthew 28:16-20, Acts 9:1-20

Pass It On

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Evangelism

A 4-Week Series From the Book of Acts on Evangelism

1. Our lives can pass on the good news.
2. We can pass on the good news to unexpected people.
3. You can pass on the good news to your family.
4. You can pass on the good news with humility.

1. Acts 9:36-43; Mark 13:9-11
2. Acts 10:9-11:18; Luke 7:36-50
3. Acts 16:9-15; 1 Timothy 1:3-5; II Corinthians 5:18-20
4. Acts 16:16-34; I Corinthians 9:16-23

Guiding Light

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Wisdom

A 4-Week Series on Wisdom

1. God gives us the Holy Spirit.
2. The Holy Spirit shows us truth.
3. The Holy Spirit gives us wisdom.
4. The Holy Spirit helps us love.

1. John 14:1–6, 15–31; Romans 8:9–17
2. John 15:26-27, 16:12-15; Acts 2:1-41
3. Galatians 3:23-25; Ezekiel 36:27; Colossians 1:9-10
4. Galatians 5:22–26; Matthew 5:14– 16

Familia

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Family

A 4-Week Series From the Epistles on Family

1. In God's family we support each other.
2. In God's family we pray for each other.
3. In God's family we reconcile with each other.
4. In God's family we love each other.

1. Galatians 6:1–3 & 9-10; Galatians 5:13–14 & 22-23
2. Colossians 1:1–14; I Thessalonians 5:16–18
3. Colossians 1:21–22; Ephesians 4:31-5:2
4. I John 3:16-18, 4:7–12; John 15:9– 17

Late Night Game Night

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1. Say "yes" to Jesus' Gift.

1. Romans 3:23-25; 1 Peter 2:24-25; John 3:16

Hidden in Plain Sight

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The 4 Spiritual Habits

A 3-Day Series for a Weekend Retreat on Boldness

1. Don't hide — be unashamed.
2. Don't hide — be unashamed.
3. Don't hide — decide to shine.
4. Don't hide — decide to shine.

1. Matthew 26:31–35; 69–75; John 21:15–19
2. Mark 10:46–52
3. Matthew 5:13–16; Acts 8:4–8
4. Ephesians 4:1–3, 31–32

Surprising

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A 5-Day Series for Camp on Jesus

1. Jesus works with surprising people.
2. Jesus works with surprising people.
3. Jesus introduced a set of surprising priorities.
4. Jesus (re)introduced a set of surprising priorities.
5. Jesus implemented a surprising strategy.
6. Jesus implemented a surprising strategy.
7. We shouldn't be surprised by familiar lies.
8. We shouldn't be surprised by familiar lies.

1. Mark 1:16–20, 2:15–17; Matthew 9:12–13
2. Matthew 19:16–22
3. Mark 3:1–6; Matthew 5:17
4. Micah 6:3–8
5. Acts 1:6–11; Matthew 25:31, 34–40; 1 John 3:17–18
6. John 13:13–14, 34–35
7. Matthew 26:33–35, 69–75; John 21:3, 15–17; Psalm 139:13–14
8. Luke 18:9–14