Elementary Memory Verse

Memory Verse Review

Please take time to talk through each question with your child during the course of the Gideon unit.

“But God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong.” 1 Corinthians 1:27

Why do you think your teachers chose this verse to go along with the story of Gideon?

Gideon was not an exceptionally brave or courageous man. In fact, all throughout his story, he doubts God, and over and over asks for proof that God will do what He has promised. When we look at Gideon, we can see that often times, He was foolish in his unbelief and weak in his faith. But God was so patient with Him! God used this weak and foolish man to defeat His enemies.

How can this verse encourage us?

Just like God used Gideon, an average man, to do great things, so too can He use us to accomplish great things for His Kingdom. Even as a child, God can use you to help, serve, encourage and bless others. God can also use you to help others understand the truth of His greatness!

How can this verse challenge us?

When we think we have everything figured out, or when we assume we know what God wants or what is best, we would do well to remember that when we think we are wise, foolish things may shame us. Or when we think we are strong and don’t need God’s help, He may send weak things to humble us and remind us that He is in control, not us.

How does this verse point us to Jesus?

When Jesus came into the world as a baby, people were expecting a King. Christ was the Messiah, the Savior sent to rescue the people, but many didn’t recognize Him as such because He was a humble, quiet, poor teacher. The very smart thought Him foolish and the very strong thought Him weak. And yet this same man was God the Son, who died on the cross to purchase forgiveness for sin.

Memory Verse Activities:

• Put the verse to the tune of a favorite song.
• Choose a picture to represent each word and illustrate the verse. Make your illustration into a placemat or book cover.
• Write your memory verse on the bathroom mirror in erasable marker and read it each morning and evening as you get ready.
• Create real-life scenarios where you can see this verse in action and act them out for the family.