Acts 4:32 to 4:37 Jesus brings believers together as a joyful family where we care for one another and share with generous hearts. Discover how the first believers had one heart and one soul. Learn that God's people shared what they had so no one was in need. Celebrate a whole year of Sunday School by showing love and giving thanks to God. After the Holy Spirit came at Pentecost in [Jerusalem](/bible/explorer/place/jerusalem), the believers formed a loving spiritual family. One Heart and One Soul In the city of [Jerusalem](/bible/explorer/place/jerusalem), thousands of people trusted in Jesus and became followers of the Lord. The Bible says: 'the full number of those who believed were of one heart and soul.' They were not arguing, competing, or boasting. They loved each other like a close, happy family because they all belonged to King Jesus. Sharing with Joyful Hearts No one said that any of the things that belonged to them was their own, but they had everything in common. When someone had extra food, clothes, or money, they brought it to share. A kind man named Barnabas, which means 'Son of Encouragement,' sold a field and brought the money to help others. Because everyone shared, there was not a needy person among them! God's Family Today We are part of that same wonderful family of God today in Sunday School and church! All through this year, we have learned that God made all things good, Jesus is our loving Shepherd, Jesus saves and lives forever, and God calls us to be his faithful friends. Let us continue to love, share, pray, and praise God with happy hearts all summer long! Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have, for such sacrifices are pleasing to God. Hebrews 13:16 How did the early believers treat one another in Acts 4:32? They argued about food They were of one heart and soul, sharing everything in love They refused to speak to one another They locked their doors They were of one heart and soul, sharing everything in love The early Christians lived as one loving family, sharing what they had with generous hearts. What does the name Barnabas mean? Son of a king Son of Encouragement Master of horses Builder of cities Son of Encouragement Barnabas means Son of Encouragement because he generously encouraged and helped others. What sacrifice is pleasing to God according to Hebrews 13:16? Doing good and sharing what you have Keeping everything for yourself Winning arguments Boasting about new clothes Doing good and sharing what you have God is well pleased when we do good and share generously with others. Give a hug, a high-five, or a kind thank-you card to your Sunday School teachers and classmates to celebrate completing the year together! Lord Jesus, thank you for making us part of your wonderful church family! Thank you for our Sunday School teachers, friends, and the Bible lessons we learned this year. Help us do good, share our blessings, and shine for you everywhere. Amen. What was your favorite story or memory verse from Sunday School this whole year? How can you be a 'son or daughter of encouragement' like Barnabas this summer? Celebrate the conclusion of the annual curriculum by encouraging church fellowship, generosity, and rejoicing in God's love. Have all the children hold hands in a circle to show unity, then give a cheer of thanksgiving to God for completing the Sunday School year. Does Sunday School stop in summer? Remind children that loving Jesus and practicing his Word happens every day, all year round! 5 minutes hook, 12 minutes story, 8 minutes memory verse, 10 minutes celebration and prayer.