Mount Zion Church Sunday School

Saul of Tarsus, the Unlikely Apostle

Devotional Reading: Psalm 86:1-10

Background Scripture: Acts 7:58–8:3; 9:1–31; 22:3–15 Acts 22:3–15

Prayer:

"God of our ancestors in the faith, help us meld our stories into Yours! Guide and empower us to be witnesses so that others may know Your salvation. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen."

Stephen, the Unwavering Martyr

Devotional Reading: Luke 23:32-43

Background Scripture: Acts 6–7

Prayer:

"Father God, empower us to be courageous witnesses to Your Son in our own settings. Enable us to respond to opposition with as much wisdom, love, and dependence on the Spirit as possible. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen."

Thomas, the Hesitant Believer

Devotional Reading: Psalm 91:1-6

Background Scripture: John 11:14–16; 14:5–8; 20:24–29; 21:1–2

Prayer: "Heavenly Father, open our eyes to see how we are like Thomas in both our strengths and weaknesses. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen."

Mary, the Loyal Mother

Devotional Reading: Revelation 12:1-6

Background Scripture: Luke 1:26–56; 2:15–19; John 2:1–5; 19:25–27

Prayer:

'Father God, may we remain committed to You in the highs and lows of life. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen."

Zacchaeus, the Repentant Tax Collector

Devotional Reading: Luke 6:31-38

Background Scripture: Luke 19:1–10

Prayer

"Lord, we come before You with contrite hearts. We have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. We have failed to act with generosity in the work of reconciliation and restoration. Help us, like Zacchaeus, to live out our faith in You with immediate boldness and resolve. When it is uncomfortable, empower us by Your love. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen."

Simon Peter, the Restored Disciple

Devotional Reading: Isaiah 40:26-31

Background Scripture: Mark 8:27–29; Luke 22:7–38; John 18:15–18, 25–27; 21:15–17 Mark 8:27–29

Prayer:

"Heavenly Father, You are our Healer. You restore brokenness. Thank You for the testimony of Peter. We need Your healing power, and we pray that You will restore, renew, and strengthen us so that we may help others and direct them to You. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen."

The Believing Centurion

Devotional Reading: Acts 10:19-22, 30-35

Background Scripture: Matthew 8:5–13; Luke 7:1–10

Prayer:

"Heavenly Father, teach us to approach You like the centurion. May we boldly intercede on behalf of those who suffer. Grant us complete faith in Your authority. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen."

Amos, the Courageous Prophet

Devotional Reading: Psalm 23

Background Scripture: Amos 1:1; 2:6–16; 3:1–15; 7:10–17

Prayer:

"Heavenly Father, help us be open to Your challenge and quick to repent of sin. Give us ears to hear Your words and hearts committed to obeying. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen."

Jonathan and David, Resolute Friends

Devotional Reading: Proverbs 27:6, 10-11, 17, 19

Background Scripture: 1 Samuel 19:1–7; 20:1–42; 2 Samuel 1:17–27

Prayer:

"Heavenly Father, lead us to create unshakable bonds of friendship like we see between David and Jonathan. Help us to be faithful and loyal to one another, even when it is difficult. Build us into healthy communities through which You carry out Your work. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen."

Hannah, the Faithful Supplicant

Devotional Reading: Isaiah 49:13-17

Background Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1–28; 2:1–11, 18–21; 3:1–18

Prayer:

"Heavenly Father, God of impossible things, thank You for Your miraculous provisions. May we relish them with delight while they are ours and release them back to You when required. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen."