1. The Rainbow Lesson 1 Copyright © 2017 Standard Publishing,
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2. Lesson Outline Introduction A. It’s a Sign! B. Lesson Background
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3. It’s a Sign!
Symbols are extremely important when people reach an agreement.
There are many ways that we signify that an agreement has been reached.
Unscramble the words in the following sentences to reveal signs that indicate sealed agreements.
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Promised, Certified,
Guaranteed!
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4. It’s a Sign
An AEEEGGMNNT GINR shows that a ALOOPPRS for AAEGIMRR has been accepted.
A CEEILNS AELPT indicates that a MOORT CEEHILV is allowed to operate.
A framed ADILMOP tells us that we have CDEELMOPT a course of DSTUY.
Promised, Certified,
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5. It’s a Sign
An ENGAGEMENT RING shows that a PROPOSAL for MARRIAGE has been accepted.
A CEEILNS AELPT indicates that a MOORT CEEHILV is allowed to operate.
A framed ADILMOP tells us that we have CDEELMOPT a course of DSTUY.
Promised, Certified,
Guaranteed!
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6. It’s a Sign
An ENGAGEMENT RING shows that a PROPOSAL for MARRIAGE has been accepted.
A LICENSE PLATE indicates that a MOTOR VEHICLE is allowed to operate.
A framed ADILMOP tells us that we have CDEELMOPT a course of DSTUY.
Promised, Certified,
Guaranteed!
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7. It’s a Sign
An ENGAGEMENT RING shows that a PROPOSAL for MARRIAGE has been accepted.
A LICENSE PLATE indicates that a MOTOR VEHICLE is allowed to operate.
A framed DIPLOMA tells us that we have COMPLETED a course of STUDY.
Promised, Certified,
Guaranteed!
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8. It’s a Sign
A DNOW AEMNPTY says that we promise to APY the balance of a ACEHPRSU CEIPR.
An ID ABDEG shows that we are authorized to EENRT a restricted ACILNOOT.
Promised, Certified,
Guaranteed!
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9. It’s a Sign
A DOWN PAYMENT says that we promise to PAY the balance of a PURCHASE PRICE.
An ID ABDEG shows that we are authorized to EENRT a restricted ACILNOOT.
Promised, Certified,
Guaranteed!
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10. It’s a Sign
A DOWN PAYMENT says that we promise to PAY the balance of a PURCHASE PRICE.
An ID BADGE shows that we are authorized to ENTER a restricted LOCATION.
Promised, Certified,
Guaranteed!
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11. It’s a Sign
We use different symbols, gestures, and signs to communicate without words.
Today we will look at a sign from God that communicates an important promise.
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12. Lesson Outline
I. Noah Worships (Genesis 8:20-22) A. First Altar (v. 20) B. Final Curse (v. 21) C. Continual Seasons (v. 22)
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13. Rhyme Time
Sometimes the meaning of a passage of Scripture can be made memorable by turning it into a rhyme.
Try it! We will divide today’s text into sections, giving each a title.
Read the verses and create! Then we will show you what we came up with.
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14. Rhyme Time
Ge 8:20-22 Never Again Though human-kind is prone to sin, God won’t destroy all life again.
Ge 9:8-11
I Establish
God’s solemn promise has been made
From Noah’s time up till this day.
Ge 9:12-17
My Token
When seeing a rainbow, every-one should
Remember that God’s promise is good.
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15. What Do You Think?
What are some ways to express thanks to God for a deliverance or other special blessing?
Talking Points for Your Discussion
In acts of private worship
In acts of corporate worship
In acts of worship that witness to unbelievers
Other
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16. What Do You Think?
How can we use Genesis 8:22 to comfort someone after a disastrous weather event?
Talking Points for Your Discussion
Considering the person’s familiarity with and/or acceptance of Scripture
Regarding the danger of trivializing a situation
Other
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17. Lesson Outline
II. God Promises (Genesis 9:8-11) A. Covenant Participants (vv. 8-10) B. Covenant Promises (v. 11)
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18. What Do You Think?
How can the fact that we are included in a covenant God made first with Noah encourage us?
Talking Points for Your Discussion
When we are spiritually or emotionally “down”
When we are spiritually or emotionally “up”
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19. What Do You Think?
How would you respond to someone who says that floods today prove that God has not kept His promise?
Talking Points for Your Discussion
Answering a new believer who is uncertain about the authority of Scripture
Answering an unbeliever who is seeking answers sincerely
Answering a hardened atheist
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20. Lesson Outline
III. Bow Confirms (Genesis 9:12-17) A. Symbol (vv. 12, 13) B. Significance (vv. 14, 15) C. Summary (vv. 16, 17)
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21. What Do You Think?
How does knowing the science of a rainbow affect your appreciation of it as a covenant symbol from God?
Talking Points for Your Discussion
What it suggests about divine and human knowledge
What it suggests about why God uses symbols in the first place
Other
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22. Lesson Outline
Conclusion A. I Promise B. Prayer C. Thought to Remember
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23. Prescribed Promises
The rainbow is a visible sign that God keeps His promises.
But it is often difficult to rely fully on the many promises of our God.
Nevertheless, God has made promises that address our most pressing needs.
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24. Prescribed Promises
Find a prescribed promise for your needs and focus on it this week.
When I worry about my finances . . .
I read 2 Corinthians 9:8
When I feel all alone . . .
I read Proverbs 18:24
When I resent those who have more . . .
I read Proverbs 23:17
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25. Prescribed Promises When I don’t feel appreciated . . .
I read Galatians 6:9
When I am anxious about the future . . .
I read 1 Corinthians 2:9
When I am exhausted . . .
I read Psalm 23:1-3
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26. Prescribed Promises When I am ready to give up . . .
I read Hebrews 12:1
When I feel so guilty . . .
I read Psalm 51:1
When I can’t do anything right . . .
I read Psalm 8:4, 5
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27. Horizontal Visual
Close with this thought.

28. Thought to Remember
Nothing is more certain than a promise from the God who cannot lie!
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29. Circumcision Next Week’s Lesson Copyright © 2017 Standard Publishing,
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