ELEMENTARY KIDS & FAMILIES
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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 at HomeFrontMag.com. You can also access the HomeFront app for your iPhone, iPad, or Android device.
God Spirit Changes Everything Part of The Big God Story Matthew 28:16–20; Acts 1—2 Ascension and the Holy Spirit
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Spend time with your children try (for example, a picture, house that comes from another coun thew 28:16–20 and a book, or a souvenir). Read Mat God sent His Spirit, Acts 2:1–11. Explain that on the day were present. Today there people from many different countries the world too, and Jesus in s uage are lots of countries and lang places to hear about wants people in every one of those found and the people it you item the t abou kids Him. Tell your to share what they know represents. Encourage your children ns. natio r othe t abou
Younger Kids
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Your younger child is becoming increasingly aware of the different cultural backgrounds and practices of her friends. Remind her that Jesus loves all people.
• The day of Pentecost marked the beginning of the fulfillment of the Abrahamic covenant, in which God had promised to bless everyone through Abraham’s seed. • Pentecost also began the fulfillment of Joel 2:28, in which God promised to “pour out [His] Spirit on all people.” • At Pentecost, the Holy Spirit empowered the disciples to preach the good news in many languages. • On the day of Pentecost, 3,000 people came to faith in Christ.
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Older Kids Your older child is likely feeling the pressure to be a part of the “in crowd.” As a result, many cliques and tightly knit groups form at this age. Remind your child to be a light to those around him, even to those who may not fit in.
Teachable Moments
He provided redemption for his people; he ordained his covenant forever—holy and awesome is his name. Psalm 111:9
After reading Matthew 28:16–20 and Acts 2:1–11, discuss the following together: • Why is making disciples of all nations important?
• How did receiving the Holy Spirit change things for the disciples? • Why do we need the Holy Spirit today? How does He help us?
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 be filled with power from God’s Spirit to know how wide and long and high and deep Jesus’ love for you is. © 2014 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.