Preschool/ Kinder
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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.
1.2 God Created Me Part of The Big God Story Genesis 1:26–31; 2:4–25 God created Adam and Eve to be in perfect relationship with Him.
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• In Genesis 1, the Hebrew word translated “God” is Elohim. When this word is used the power and majesty of God the Creator are being emphasized. • Genesis 2 is a retelling of the creation of mankind. Man was created to rule over all earthly things. • God created man and woman in His image—we bear the likeness of God, the Creator, which makes us unique in all of creation.
When telling stories, remember that your preschooler has an active imagination. Your use of voice inflection and expression will make the story come alive for your child.
Teachable Moments
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STORYTELLING Younger: Let the redeemed of the Lord tell their story. Psalm 107:2a
After reading the passage, discuss the following together: • How did God create the first man? • Who did God create mankind like? • What did Adam and Eve do in the garden?
Older: Let the redeemed of the Lord tell their story—those he redeemed from the hand of the foe. Psalm 107:2
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: (Insert name of child), may you know the God who loves you. May you praise God, your Creator who lives forever.
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