Sixth Grade Lessons, Block 1—The Story of the Universe
Week 1
The Meaning of the Universe—God
Reading Reference: Gospel Outlines, Subject 2; Gen. 1:1; Rom. 1:20; Acts 14:15; Psa. 8:1, 3
Memory Verse: The heavens declare the glory of God, / And the expanse proclaims the work of His hands (Psa. 19:1)
Suggested Songs: God’s design
Scripture Reading: Gen. 1:1; Rom. 1:20; Acts 14:15; Psa. 8:1, 3
Points to Emphasize
- The universe is the proof of God’s existence—1:1; Rom. 1:20; Acts 14:15
The meaning of the universe is to prove the existence of God. [You may use the example of a painter and how his art pieces express him. In the same way the creation expresses God our creator.]
- The universe is the manifestation of God’s glory—Psa. 8:1, 3
Psalm 19 says that God’s glory is the manifestation of God in some aspects:
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- The greatness of the universe.
- The wonder of the universe.
- The brightness of the universe.
- The beauty of the universe.
- Lovingkindness.
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[You may bring photos or use an electronic device to show some of these things.]