Julius showed Paul kindness and allowed Paul to go and spend time with his friends and receive care from them. The ship sailed to a place called Sidon and the passengers got off. Many times God puts another believer alongside to encourage us as we go through difficult times. If we are Christians, the Holy Spirit lives in our heart and is always with us. Whenever we face difficulty, we are NEVER alone. In verse 2 we see that Aristarchus from Thessalonica (If your class studied Paul in Thessalonica-review what they remember from Thessalonica/Riot in Ephesus Acts 19:29) and Luke are on the ship with Paul sailing to Rome. First and foremost, the Lord Jesus was always with Paul. Paul was not alone on this journey to Rome. ![]() (Show map) Acts 27:1-12 A centurion named Julius is put in charge of Paul and they board a ship called Adramyttium (ad’ruh-MIT-ee-uhm). Finally it is time for Paul to travel to Rome. God comforted Paul and told him he would go to Rome and testify about Jesus.) How long has Paul been waiting in prison to go to Rome? (2 years) How do you think Paul might have felt? How was Paul able to remain faithful and obedient to Jesus? ( Psalm 37:7) (The Holy Spirit enabled him to trust God. Waiting for God’s timing is not always easy. Test: Review Questions Memory Verse: Acts 27:25 “So keep up your courage, men, for I have faith in God that it will happen just as He told me.” Bible Lesson: Paul Sails for Rome Have a list of Scriptures with references that they can include in their notes. Learning Activity #2: As students wait for everyone to arrive have them write a note of encouragement to someone who is going through a difficult time. Have props that represent things that get thrown over board. At the point of the lesson where the passengers eat you can share some granola or cereal (or any substitute for children with food allergies) from a zip lock bag. Students can hold up waves cut out of blue construction paper or raise their arms in the motion of waves and make sound effects at the proper time. Depending on resources you can create a ship with large pieces of cardboard etc or just put tape on the floor in a boat shape. Learning Activity #1: Students can actively participate during the lesson. They will be able to demonstrate their comprehension of the lesson by answering review questions. ![]() Learning Indicator: Students will actively participate as the lesson is being taught. Supply List: Bibles, a map of Paul’s journey to Rome, paper/note cards, pencils, Learning Goal: Students will learn that the Holy Spirit enables believers to encourage others when going through great difficulty. 3rd – 5th Grade) Learning Context: Sunday School Target Time Frame: 60 minutes Printer Friendly Bible Lesson: this lesson plan You Can Help: Please share your feedback and suggestions to improve this children’s Bible lesson. Click here to see all the lessons in this curriculum series.īible Story: Paul is Sent to Rome & Shipwrecked Scripture: Acts 27 Target Age Group: Age 9 – 11 (U.S. ![]() Make adjustments and adapt to the needs of your students. This is only a suggested guide to give an idea how to teach this lesson. The lesson was prepared for older students. Students will see how the Holy Spirit enables believers to have courage in difficult situations and be able to be an encouragement to others who are struggling. This lesson covers Paul’s shipwreck as he sails toward Rome. ![]() This lesson continues the Journey through the Book of Acts.
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