Memory Work Booklet 5th Grade: 2019-2020 

 

  

Divine Redeemer Lutheran School  

“God Moves in Mighty Ways”  

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Grade 5 Prayers 

 Asking a Blessing (both passages) The eyes of all look to You, (O Lord,) and You give them their food at the proper time. You open Your hand and satisfy the desires of every living thing (Psalm 145:15-16).  Lord God, heavenly Father, bless us and these Your gifts which we receive from Your bountiful goodness, through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.    Returning Thanks (first passage) Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good. His love endures forever. (He) gives food to every creature. He provides food for the cattle and for the young ravens when they call. His pleasure is not in the strength of the horse, nor His delight in the legs of a man; the Lord delights in those who fear Him, who put their hope in His unfailing love (Psalm 136:1, 23; 147:9-11).    Returning Thanks (second passage) We thank You, Lord God, heavenly Father, for all Your benefits, through Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit forever and ever. Amen.           

Books of the Bible   Old Testament 

 (Day 1) (Day 1)  Genesis 1 Chronicles Isaiah Micah  Exodus 2 Chronicles Jeremiah Nahum Leviticus Ezra Lamentations Habakkuk Numbers Nehemiah Ezekiel Zephaniah Deuteronomy Esther Daniel Haggai Joshua Job Hosea Zechariah Judges Psalms Joel Malichi Ruth Proverbs Amos 1 Samuel Ecclesiastes Obadiah 2 Samuel Song of Songs Jonah 1 Kings  2 Kings  

  

Books of the Bible   New Testament 

 (Day 1) (Day 1)  Matthew Philippians James Mark Colossians 1 Peter Luke  1 Thessalonians 2 Peter John 2 Thessalonians 1 John Acts 1 Timothy 2 John Romans 2 Timothy 3 John 1 Corinthians Titus Jude 2 Corinthians Philemon Revelation Galatians Hebrews Ephesians   

Bible Verses  

1. John 14:6 I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me. 

 2. Hebrews 1:1-2 In the past God spoke to our forefathers through the 

prophets at many times and in various ways, but in these last days He has spoken to us by His Son. 

 3. 2 Timothy 3:16-17 All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for 

teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work. 

 4. 2 Timothy 3:15 From infancy you have known the holy Scriptures, 

which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus. 

 5. Matthew 22:37 Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with 

all your soul and with all your mind.  

6. John 1:17 The law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ. 

 7. 2 Corinthians 3:6 The letter kills, but the Spirit gives life. 

 8. Romans 1:16 I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power 

of God for the salvation of everyone who believes.  

9. Matthew 15:9 They worship Me in vain; their teachings are but rules taught by men. 

  

The Ten Commandments  

The First Commandment  You shall have no other gods. 

What does this mean? We should fear, love, and trust in God above all things.  

The Second Commandment  

You shall not misuse the name of the Lord your God. What does this mean? We should fear and love God so that we do not curse, 

swear, use satanic arts, lie, or deceive by His name, but call upon it in every trouble, pray, praise, and give thanks.  

The Third Commandment  

Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy. What does this mean? We should fear and love God so that we do not despise 

preaching and His Word, but hold it sacred and gladly hear and learn it.  

The Fourth Commandment  Honor your father and your mother. 

What does this mean? We should fear and love God so that we do not despise or anger our parents and other authorities, but honor them, serve and obey them, love and cherish them.  

The Fifth Commandment  

You shall not murder. What does this mean? We should fear and love God so that we do not hurt or 

harm our neighbor in his body, but help and support him in every physical need.  

The Sixth Commandment  

You shall not commit adultery. What does this mean? We should fear and love God so that we lead a sexually 

pure and decent life in what we say and do, and husband and wife love and honor each other. 

The Seventh Commandment  

You shall not steal. What does this mean? We should fear and love God so that we do not take our 

neighbor’s money or possessions, or get them in any dishonest way, but help him to improve and protect his possessions and income.  

The Eighth Commandment  

You shall not give false testimony against your neighbor. What does this mean? We should fear and love God so that we do not tell lies 

about our neighbor, betray him, slander him, or hurt his reputation, but defend him, speak well of him, and explain everything in the kindest way.  

The Ninth Commandment  You shall not covet your neighbor’s house. 

What does this mean? We should fear and love God so that we do not scheme to get our neighbor’s inheritance or house, or get it in a way which only appears right, but help and be of service to him in keeping it.  

The Tenth Commandment  You shall not covet your neighbor’s wife, or his manservant, or maidservant, his ox or donkey, or anything that belongs to your neighbor. 

What does this mean? We should fear and love God so that we do not entice or force away our neighbor’s wife, workers, or animals, or turn them against him, but urge them to stay and do their duty.  

(The text of the commandments is from Exodus 20:3, 7, 8, 12-17.)  

 

The Close of the Commandments  

Part 1 What does God say about all these commandments? 

He says: “I, the Lord your God, am a jealous God, punishing the children for the sin of the fathers to the third and fourth generation of those who hate Me, but showing love to a thousand generations of those who love Me and keep My Commandments” (Exodus 20:5-6).   

Part 2 What does this mean? God threatens to punish all who break these 

commandments. Therefore, we should fear His wrath and not do anything against them. But He promises grace and every blessing to all who keep these commandments. Therefore, we should also love and trust in Him and gladly do what He Commands.    

The Lord’s Prayer  (#1) Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name, Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever and ever. Amen.  (#2) Our Father in heaven, hallowed be Your name, Your kingdom come, Your will be done on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are Yours now and forever. Amen.    

The Christmas Story  

Luke 2: The Christmas Story  

1. In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world. 

 2. (This was the first census that took place while Quirinius was governor of Syria.) 

 3. And everyone went to his own town to register. 

 4. So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to 

Bethlehem the town of David, because he belonged to the house and line of David. 

 5. He went there to register with Mary, who was pledged to be married to him and 

was expecting a child.  

6. While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born.  

7. And she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn. 

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8. And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. 

 9. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around 

them, and they were terrified.  

10. But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. 

 11. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord. 

 12. This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a 

manger.”  

13. Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, 

 14. “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom his favor rests.” 

          

The Creed  

The First Article CREATION 

 (#1) I believe in God, the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth.  

What does this mean? I believe that God has made me and all creatures; that He has given me my body and soul, eyes, ears, and all my members, my reason and all my senses, and still takes care of them. 

He also gives me clothing and shoes, food and drink, house and home, wife and children, land, animals, and all I have. He richly and daily provides me with all that I need to support this body and life.  (#2) He defends me against all danger and guards and protects me from all evil. 

All this He does only out of fatherly, divine goodness and mercy, without any merit or worthiness in me. For all this it is my duty to thank and praise, serve and obey Him. 

This is most certainly true.  

The Second Article REDEMPTION 

 (#1) I believe in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried. He descended into hell. The third day He rose again from the dead. He ascended into heaven and sits at the right hand of God, the Father Almighty. From thence He will come to judge the living and the dead.  (#2) What does this mean? I believe that Jesus Christ, true God, begotten of the Father from eternity, and also true man, born of the Virgin Mary, is my Lord, 

Who has redeemed me, a lost and condemned person, purchased and won me from all sins, from death, and from the power of the devil; not with gold or silver, but with His holy, precious blood and with His innocent suffering and death, 

That I may be His own and live under Him in His kingdom and serve Him in everlasting righteousness, innocence, and blessedness, just as He is risen from the dead, lives and reigns to all eternity. 

This is most certainly true. 

The Third Article SANCTIFICATION 

 (#1) I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy Christian church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.  

What does this mean? I believe that I cannot by my own reason or strength believe in Jesus Christ, my Lord, or come to Him; but the Holy Spirit has called me by the Gospel, enlightened me with His gifts, sanctified and kept me in the true faith.   (#2) In the same way He calls, gathers, enlightens, and sanctifies the whole Christian church on earth, and keeps it with Jesus Christ in the one true faith. 

In this Christian church He daily and richly forgives all my sins and the sins of all believers. 

On the Last Day He will raise me and all the dead, and give eternal life to me and all believers in Christ. 

This is most certainly true.  10.  1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks  

in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.  

11. John 14:13-14 I will do whatever you ask in My name, so that the Son  may bring glory to the Father. You may ask Me for anything in My  name, and I will do it.   

12. John 15:7 If you remain in Me and My words remain in you, ask  whatever you wish, and it will be given you.  

13. John 16:23 I tell you the truth, My Father will give you whatever you  ask in My name. 

 14. Matthew 21:22 If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in  

prayer.  15. Luke 11:13 If you then, though you are evil, know how to give good  

gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give  the Holy Spirit to those who ask Him! 

 16. Romans 8:26 In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness.   

We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit Himself  intercedes for us with groans that words cannot express. 

 17. Isaiah 65:24 Before they call I will answer; while they are still  

speaking I will hear.  

18. 1 Timothy 2:1-2 I urge then, first of all, that requests, prayers,  intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone -- for kings and  all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. 

19. Matthew 5:44 Pray for those who persecute you.  20. Hebrews 9:27 Man is destined to die once, and after that to face  

judgment.  21. 1 Thessalonians 5:17-18 Pray continually; give thanks in all  

circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.    

The Lord’s Prayer  

The Introduction  Our Father who art in heaven.  Our Father in heaven. 

What does this mean? With these words God tenderly invites us to believe that He is our true Father and that we are His true children, so that with all boldness and confidence we may ask Him as dear children ask their dear father.   22. 1 John 3:1 How great is the love the Father has lavished on us, that  

we should be called children of God! And that is what we are! The  reason for world does not know us is that it did not know Him. 

23. 2 Corinthians 6:18 I will be a Father to you, and you will be My sons  and daughters , says the Lord Almighty. 

 24. Hebrews 4:16 Let us then approach the throne of grace with  

confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in  our time of need.  

25. Ephesians 4:6 (There is) one God and Father of all, who is over all and  through all And in all. 

 26. Luke 1:37 Nothing is impossible with God.   

The First Petition  

Hallowed be Thy name.  Hallowed be Your name. 

What does this mean? God’s name is certainly holy in itself, but we pray in this petition that it may be kept holy among us also.  

How is God’s name kept holy? God’s name is kept holy when the Word of God is taught in its truth and purity, and we, as the children of God, also lead holy lives according to it. Help us to do this, dear Father in heaven! But anyone who teaches or lives contrary to God’s Word profanes the name of God among us. Protect us from this, heavenly Father!   27. Psalm 103:1 Praise the Lord, O my soul; all my inmost being, praise His holy name.  28. Ephesians 4:1 As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of  

the calling you have received.       

The Second Petition  

Thy kingdom come.  Your kingdom come. 

What does this mean? The kingdom of God certainly comes by itself without prayer, but we pray in this petition that it may come to us also. 

How does God’s kingdom come? God’s kingdom comes when our heavenly Father gives us His Holy Spirit, so that by His grace we believe His holy Word and lead godly lives here in time and there in eternity.  29. 2 Timothy 4:18 The Lord will rescue me from every evil attack and will bring me 

safely to His heavenly kingdom. To Him be glory for ever and ever. Amen.  30. Matthew 9:38 Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into 

His harvest field.  

The Third Petition  

Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven.  

Your will be done on earth as in heaven. What does this mean? The good and gracious will of God is done even without 

our prayer, but we pray in this petition that it may be done among us also. How is God’s will done? God’s will is done when He breaks and hinders every evil 

plan and purpose of the devil, the world, and our sinful nature, which do not want us to hallow God’s name or let His kingdom come; 

And when He strengthens and keeps us firm in His Word and faith until we die. This is His good and gracious will. 

 31. John 6:40 My Father’s will is that everyone who looks to the Son and believes in  

Him shall have eternal life, and I will raise him up at the last day.  

32. 1 Thessalonians 4:3 It is God’s will that you should be sanctified.  33. Romans 7:18 I know that nothing good lives in me, that is, in my sinful nature. 

For I have the desire to do what is good, but I cannot carry it out.  

34. Philippians 1:21 To me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.  35. 2 Timothy 1:12 I know whom I have believed, and am convinced that He is able to 

guard what I have entrusted to Him for that day.  36. Romans 8:28 We know that in all things God works for the good of those who 

love Him, who have been called according to His purpose.  37. 2 Corinthians 12:9 He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is 

made perfect in weakness.”   

The Fourth Petition  

Give us this day our daily bread.  Give us today our daily bread. 

What does this mean? God certainly gives daily bread to everyone without our prayers, even to all evil people, but we pray in this petition that God would lead us to realize this and to receive our daily bread with thanksgiving.  

What is meant by daily bread? Daily bread includes everything that has to do with the support and needs of the body, such as food, drink, clothing, shoes, house, home, land, animals, money, goods, a devout husband or wife, devout children, devout workers, devout and faithful rulers, good government, good weather, peace, health, self-control, good reputation, good friends, faithful neighbors, and the like.  38. James 4:15 You ought to say, “If it is the Lord’s will, we will live and do this or that.  39. 1 Timothy 4:4-5 Everything God created is good, and nothing is to be rejected if it   is received with thanksgiving, because it is consecrated by the Word of God and 

prayer.  40. Psalm 91:15 He will call upon me, and I will answer him; I will be with him in 

trouble, I will deliver him and honor him.  

41. Psalm 104:14 He makes grass grow for the cattle, and plants for man to cultivate -  bringing forth food from the earth.  

42. Proverbs 30:8-9 Give me neither poverty nor riches, but give me only my daily Bread. Otherwise, I may have too much and disown You and say, “Who is the  Lord?” Or I may become poor and steal, and so dishonor the name of my God.  

43. Matthew 6:34 Do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about  Itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own. 

  

The Fifth Petition  

And forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us.  Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us. 

What does this mean? We pray in this petition that our Father in heaven would not look at our sins, or deny our prayer because of them. We are neither worthy of the things for which we pray, nor have we deserved them, but we ask that He would give them all to us by grace, for we daily sin much and surely deserve nothing but punish- ment. So we too will sincerely forgive and gladly do good to those who sin against us.  44. Proverbs 28:13 He who conceals his sins does not prosper, but whoever confesses 

and renounces them finds mercy.  

45. Psalm 19:12 Who can discern his errors? Forgive my hidden faults.  46. Genesis 32:10 I am unworthy of all the kindness and faithfulness You have shown 

Your servant.  47. Matthew 6:14-15 If you forgive men when they sin against you, your heavenly 

Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive men their sins, your Father Will not forgive your sins. 

           

The Sixth Petition  

And lead us not into temptation.  

Lead us not into temptation. What does this mean? God tempts no one. We pray in this petition that God 

would guard and keep us so that the devil, the world, and our sinful nature may not deceive us or mislead us into false belief, despair, and other great shame and vice. Although we are attacked by these things, we pray that we may finally overcome them and win the victory.  48. 1 Peter 5:8-9 Be self-controlled and alert. Your enemy the devil prowls around like 

a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. Resist him, standing firm in the faith, because you know that your brothers throughout the world are undergoing the same kind of sufferings. 

 49. Ephesians 6:11, 17 Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand 

against the devil’s schemes . . . Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God. 

  

The Seventh Petition  

But deliver us from evil.  But deliver us from evil. 

What does this mean? We pray in this petition, in summary, that our Father in heaven would rescue us from every evil of body and soul, possessions and reputation, and finally, when our last hour comes, give us a blessed end, and graciously take us from this valley of sorrow to Himself in heaven.  50. Acts 14:22 We must go through many hardships to enter the kingdom of God.  51. 2 Corinthians 12:9 My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is made perfect in 

weakness.  

52. 2 Timothy 4:18 The Lord will rescue me from every evil attack and will bring me safely to His heavenly kingdom. To Him be glory for ever and ever. Amen. 

 53. Revelation 21:4 He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more 

death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away. 

The Conclusion  

For thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever and ever.* Amen.  For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are Yours now and forever.* Amen. 

What does this mean? This means that I should be certain that these petitions are pleasing to our Father in heaven, and are heard by Him; for He Himself has commanded us to pray in this way and has promised to hear us. Amen, amen means “yes, yes, it shall be so.”  54. Psalm 50:15 Call upon Me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you will  

honor Me.  55. James 1:17 Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the 

Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.  * These words were not in Luther’s Small Catechism.   

The Sacrament of Holy Baptism  

56. Acts 2:38 Peter replied, “Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.”  

57. 1 Corinthians 10:16 NKJV The cup of blessing which we bless, is it not the  communion of the blood of Christ? The bread which we break, is it not the communion of the body of Christ?  

FIRST (EXTRA CREDIT)   What is Baptism?  

Baptism is not just plain water, but it is the water included in God’s command and combined with God’s word.  Which is that word of God? 

Christ our Lord says in the last chapter of Matthew: “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit” (Matthew 28:19).  

(EXTRA CREDIT) 58. Matthew 28:19-20 Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the 

name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. 

 59. 1 Corinthians 4:1 NKJV Let a man so consider us, as servants of Christ and 

stewards of the mysteries of God.  

60. Acts 2:38-39 Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. The promise is for you and your children.  

61. Matthew 18:6 If anyone causes one of these little ones who believe in Me to sin, It would be better for him to have a large millstone hung around his neck and to Be drowned in the depths of the sea. 

 SECOND 

(EXTRA CREDIT) What benefits does Baptism give?  

It works forgiveness of sins, rescues from death and the devil, and gives eternal salvation to all who believe this, as the words and promises of God declare. 

Which are these words and promises of God? Christ our Lord says in the last chapter of Mark: “Whoever believes and is 

Baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned” (Mark 16:16).  (EXTRA CREDIT) 62. Acts 22:16 Get up, be baptized and wash your sins away.  63. Galatians 3:27 All of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves 

with Christ.  64. Titus 3:5 He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy 

Spirit.  65. 1 Corinthians 6:11 You were washed, you were sanctified, you were justified in the 

Name of the Lord Jesus Christ and by the Spirit of our God.  66. Mark 16:16 Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not 

believe will be condemned.