Introduction
Children around age eight begin to understand that books have meaning, purpose, and authority. This Sunday School lesson for 8 year olds teaches that the Bible is not just any book — it is God’s Word.
Children will learn that the Bible teaches us truth, helps us make good choices, and shows us how God wants us to live.
Lesson Overview
- Age Group: 8 years old
- Lesson Length: 35–40 minutes
- Bible Theme: The Bible Is God’s Word
- Bible Verse: “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” – Psalm 119:105
- Main Truth: The Bible is God’s Word and guides my life
Opening Activity (5 Minutes)
Activity: Special Books
Ask children:
- Do you have a favorite book?
- Why is it special to you?
Explain:
The Bible is special because it comes from God. It teaches us truth and helps us live the right way.
Bible Story (10 Minutes)
Story: God Speaks Through His Word
Explain in simple terms:
The Bible was written by people, but God guided them. Everything in the Bible is there because God wanted us to know it. The Bible teaches us who God is, how much He loves us, and how He wants us to live.
Read or summarize:
- 2 Timothy 3:16 (simplified): “All Scripture is from God.”
Emphasize:
- God speaks through the Bible
- The Bible tells the truth
- The Bible helps us make good choices
Discussion Questions (5 Minutes)
Ask:
- Who gave us the Bible?
- Can we trust what the Bible says?
- How can the Bible help us every day?
Reinforce:
The Bible is God’s Word.
Memory Verse (5 Minutes)
Verse
“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” – Psalm 119:105
Actions
- Point down → “my feet”
- Hands like a light → “a light”
- Point forward → “my path”
Repeat together 2–3 times.
Bible Application (5 Minutes)
Explain:
- The Bible helps us know right from wrong
- The Bible teaches us how to love others
- The Bible helps us follow God
Encourage children to read or listen to the Bible often.
Simple Prayer (3 Minutes)
Pray together:
“Dear God, thank You for giving us the Bible. Help us learn from Your Word and follow You. Amen.”
Worksheet
Worksheet 1: Circle the Correct Answer
- What is the Bible?
- God’s Word
- A storybook
- Who gave us the Bible?
- God
- People only
- Can we trust the Bible?
- Yes
- No
- Does the Bible help us live the right way?
- Yes
- No
Worksheet 2: Draw and Write
Draw a Bible.
Then write one sentence:
“The Bible helps me __________.”
Worksheet 3: Write or Say It
Have children write or say:
- The Bible is God’s Word.
- God teaches me through the Bible.
Closing Activity (5 Minutes)
Activity: Bible Light
Turn off or dim the lights briefly, then turn them back on.
Explain:
Just like light helps us see, God’s Word helps guide our lives.
Teaching Tips for Age 8
- Encourage reading aloud
- Allow short written answers
- Ask follow-up questions
- Keep explanations concrete
Related Lessons
- Sunday School Lessons
- Sunday School Lesson for 7 Year Olds
- Sunday School Lesson for 9 Year Olds (coming next)
Final Thought
When children learn that the Bible is God’s Word, they learn they are not guessing how to live — God has already shown the way.