Why God Gave Us the Scriptures

Teen Sunday Bible Class Handout

Lesson Title: “Why God Gave Us the Scriptures”

Main Scripture: Romans 15:4 (KJV)

“For whatsoever things were written aforetime were written for our learning, that we through patience and comfort of the scriptures might have hope.”

Lesson Objectives:

• Understand that the Bible was written to teach, guide, and encourage us.

• Recognize how Scripture builds patience, brings comfort, and gives hope.

• Be challenged to rely on God's Word during hard times.

Class Flow & Outline

1. Welcome & Icebreaker (5–10 min)

• Activity: “Verse Relay” – Match verses to themes like “comfort,” “hope,” or “patience.”

1 Cor 1:3-4 psalm 34:18 Matthew 11:26 - comfort Romans 15:3 Jer 29:11 Hebrews 11:1 hope James 1:2-4 rom 12:12 col 3:12 patience

• Discussion Starter: “What’s one verse you’ve heard that helped you when you were upset or confused?”

2. Scripture Focus (10 min)

• Read Romans 15:4 KJV aloud.

• Breakdown:

  - “Whatsoever things were written aforetime” = Bible stories of the past

  - “Were written for our learning” = We are meant to learn from them

  - “Through patience and comfort… might have hope” = Encouragement from Scripture

3. Bible Example: Joseph’s Story (10–15 min)

• Summarize Genesis 37–50

• Discuss how Joseph showed patience and held on to hope.

4. Group Discussion (10–15 min)

• What’s one situation where it’s hard to be patient?

• What does it mean for the Bible to “comfort” us?

• What’s a promise from God that gives you hope right now?

5. Hands-On Activity: Scripture Lifelines (10 min)

• Write a Bible verse that gives you hope on a decorated card.

• Optional: Display on a classroom “Hope Wall.”

6. Wrap-Up & Prayer (5 min)

• Recap Key Truths:

  - The Bible teaches us truth

  - It helps us grow patience

  - It brings comfort during struggles

  - It gives us real hope

• Closing Prayer: Thank God for His Word and ask for patience, comfort, and hope.