The Day of Atonement — 4th-6th Grade (Ages 9-12)

Scripture: Leviticus 16:1-34

Theme: Sin requires a sacrifice — and God provides it

Age Group: 4th-6th Grade (Ages 9-12)

Lesson Overview

The story of The Day of Atonement (Leviticus 16:1-34) is one of the great accounts of Scripture. It teaches us that sin requires a sacrifice — and god provides it. This story connects to the Gospel: God has always been working to save His people, and the ultimate fulfillment is Jesus Christ. Today, billions of people around the world need to hear about God’s faithfulness and saving power.

Connection to the Gospel

The two goats — one killed, one sent away — pictured Jesus’ death (payment for sin) and removal of guilt (Hebrews 9:11-12).