ELEMENTARY KIDS & FAMILIES date:
This resource is designed to allow your family to have time in God’s Word BEFORE your children attend church. Because God’s plan is for parents to be the primary spiritual nurturers of their children’s faith, we want YOU to be the one to introduce this part of The Big God Story to them. For additional support in spiritual parenting and to learn more about creating transforming environments in your home, be sure to pick up HomeFront: A Spiritual Parenting Resource from your church, or download it at HomeFrontMag.com. You can also access the HomeFront app on your iPhone, iPad, or Android device.
3.10 Jesus Is Freedom Part of The Big God Story Luke 12:13–31 Rich Fool
Younger Kids
Did You Know? • In Luke 12, a man asks Jesus a question about an inheritance. As He often does, Jesus sees through the question to the real issue simmering behind the scenes: The issue of worry. Jesus offers the man freedom from worry.
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Older Kids
• Jesus tells a parable about a rich fool solely focused on material possessions. The rich fool wanted more and more possessions to secure his own future— placing his trust in himself, rather than in God. • Trust essentially means leaving the matter in the hands of God—and if He is sovereign, truly in control, then there’s no reason for us to be anxious. God has an amazing track record of providing for His people.
Remember Verse
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Physical activity is important for children this age. It helps them stay healthy as well as develop gross motor skills. And participating in physical activities as a family helps everyone bond together.
At this age, your child may start to resist love and affection from you. Don’t panic if your child starts to distance herself from you. Instead, look for opportunities to connect in new ways. You can give your child some space while still making it a point to spend time together.
Teachable Moments
Now this is eternal life: that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom you have sent. John 17:3
After reading Luke 12, discuss the following together: • What happened to the man who stored up things for himself? • How does Jesus promise to provide for us? • What does it mean that Jesus is freedom?
Blessing
For more information about blessing your child see the Blessing section in HomeFront: A Spiritual Parenting Resource.
A blessing to pray over your child: (Child’s name), may you know that Jesus is freedom. May you trust Him with all of your needs and know that He cares for you each day. © 2015 David C Cook. TruResources are developed in partnership with ROCKHARBOR Church and a national network of family and children’s ministry leaders. All rights reserved.