Kids at Home: Lesson for June 7, 2020

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BIG PICTURE: Jesus gives us joy!

BIG POINT: When we have the joy of Christ in us, we can live like Jesus.

BIG STORY: Paul and Silas in prison—read Acts 16:16–34. BIG WORD: “The joy of the Lord is your strength.” Nehemiah 8:10c (NIV) LEARNING OUTCOMES

At the conclusion of this lesson, children will: • Know that the message of the gospel brings us joy, no matter our circumstances. • Understand that we are more like Jesus when we choose joy. • Learn ways to share our joy in Jesus.

THE BIG QUESTIONS (to discuss with your kids)

1. How could Paul and Silas pray and sing songs to God after they were beaten and put in prison? They had the joy of the Lord and knew God was with them, no matter what happened. 2. God had already set Paul and Silas free from sin, but what did God miraculously free them from in this story? Prison. 3. Who else was freed with them? All the others in the prison who had been listening to them. 4. How did God use their joy in him to free the jailer? The jailer wanted the joy that Paul and Silas had and asked, “What must I do to be saved?” Paul and Silas told him about Jesus. He believed, was baptized, and filled with joy! 5. What things in your life keep you from joy? 6. How can we show the joy of the Lord to others? Share the Good News, openly praise God, encourage others with kind words, etc.

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AT-HOME ACTIVITIES: ELEMENTARY Crossword Puzzle Supplies needed: crossword puzzle printable from page 3, pencil, and Bible Directions: Read the story of Paul and Silas in Acts 16:16–34. Print the crossword puzzle on page 3 and have your kids fill it out to reinforce today’s story (answers are on page 5).

AT-HOME ACTIVITIES: EARLY CHILDHOOD Coloring Page Supplies needed: coloring page printable from page 4, crayons Directions: Print out the coloring page. Have kids retell you the story of Paul and Silas as they color.

AT-HOME ACTIVITIES: ENTIRE FAMILY

Praise Party Get out your instruments, play your favorite worship music, and sing and dance together as you praise God. If you’d like, you can use the CCC Kids Worship Videos on YouTube. Click on this link or visit cccomaha.org/kids and scroll down to “Worship.” Memory Verse Chain

Supplies needed: paper strips cut to 1”x8,” crayons or markers, tape or a stapler Directions: Make the paper for the chain out of construction paper or white paper strips that have been colored in. Write the words of the memory verse—“The joy of the Lord is your strength”—on the strips of paper. Connect the strips by looping them and fastening them with tape or staples. Practice saying the verse together.

PRAYER Almighty God, thank you for giving us joy that gives us strength. Please help us to find joy even in hard times. Help us to show others joy so that they will want to know you and follow you. Amen.

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Paul and Silas in Prison Crossword Puzzle ACROSS 1

5. Paul and Silas were traveling and __________ God’sWord. Word. God’s

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6. He traveled with Paul. 7. Paul and Silas _________ during the night.

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DOWN 1. Officer Officer who who watches watches prisoners

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2. During the night, they sang these. 3. The ground shakes during this.

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4. While they were being being held, Paul and Silas wore these. 7. Paul and Silas were put in __________.

Paul and Silas in Prison Crossword Puzzle ACROSS 5. Paul and Silas were traveling and __________ God’sWord. Word. God’s 6. He traveled with Paul. 7. Paul and Silas _________ during the night.

DOWN 1. Officer Officer who who watches watches prisoners 2. During the night, they sang these. 3. The ground shakes during this. 4. While they were being being held, Paul and Silas wore these. 7. Paul and Silas were put in __________.

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