Author Archive: KidMin

Week of January 6, 2020

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God is the author of knowledge. Everything we know to be true about the world is because of God. Knowing God is the most important Person to know. And while we may never know all there is to know
about God, God gives us lots of ways we can know Him. We can know Him best through Jesus, who showed us how much God loves us. We can pursue knowing more about God through Jesus, who showed why knowledge is so important. The more we know God, the better we can live His way each day.

Our Bible story for 252 Kids on January 5 was from the book of LUKE 2:41-52 –
The Boy Jesus at the Temple

SAY THIS TO CONTINUE THE CONVERSATION:
Knowing God is the most important thing.

REMEMBER THIS:
“The Lord gives wisdom. Knowledge and understanding come from his mouth.”
PROVERBS 2:6, NIrV

DO THIS TO CONTINUE THE CONVERSATION:
MORNING TIME
Greet your child with a hug this morning and say, “Knowing God is the most important thing and I am always here to help answer any questions you have about Him.”

LIFE APP-
KNOWLEDGE:
LEARNING SOMETHING NEW SO YOU CAN BE BETTER AT WHATEVER YOU DO.

First Look Week of January 6, 2020

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Its’ time for a Beach Party—sand, sun, and a whole lotof fun! Jesus spent a great deal of time on or near the beach. In fact, He performed MANY miracles near the water. So, the beach is the perfect environment for our preschoolers to learn that Jesus can do anything.
Our preschoolers learned that God gave us Jesus in December, and now they will learn that because Jesus is God’s Son, He can do anything! With God all things are possible! Throughout their lives, children will encounter things they can’t do. But, in Jesus, they have a friend who can do it all. There is no better friend than Jesus, and He wants to be our friend forever.

Sunday January 5, Weeones heard the story from JOHN 2:1-11
Jesus helps at a wedding party by changing water to wine.

REMEMBER THIS:
“With God all things are possible.”
MATTHEW 19:26, NIV

SAY THIS TO REMIND YOUR CHILD OF SUNDAY’S STORY:
Who can do anything?
Jesus can do anything.

BASIC TRUTH:
JESUS WANTS TO BE MY FRIEND FOREVER.

DO THIS TO REMIND YOUR CHILD OF SUNDAY’S STORY:
MORNING TIME
When you go into your child’s room this month, say, “Good morning! Who’s ready to have a great day? I’m ready to have a great day! A great day is possible because with God, all things are possible!”

Week of December 30, 2019

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Our story in 252 Kids on Sunday December 29 was from the book of
MATTHEW 2:1-12 –
The Wise Men Visit.

SAY THIS TO CONTINUE THE CONVERSATION:
You can find joy when you search for God.

REMEMBER THIS:
“Always be joyful because you belong to the Lord.
I will say it again. Be joyful!”
PHILIPPIANS 4:4, NIrV

DO THIS TO CONTINUE THE CONVERSATION:
BED TIME
Read Philippians 4:4. What’s your favorite Christmas gift you’ve ever received? God gave an incredible gift for each us; His very own son, Jesus. Whoever decides to follow Jesus can live with God forever. We can be forgiven and experience true joy no matter what. Pray that God will help you understand what the gift of Jesus means and what it looks like for you to follow Him.

LIFE APP-
JOY:
FINDING A WAY TO BE HAPPY, EVEN WHEN THINGS DON’T GO YOUR WAY.

First Look Week of December 30, 2019

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Our weeones heard the Bible story from MATTHEW 2:1-2, 9-11 –
Wise men follow a special star to Jesus, and they worship Him and give Him gifts.

REMEMBER THIS:
“God has given a son to us.”
ISAIAH 9:6, NCV

SAY THIS TO REMIND YOUR CHILD OF SUNDAY’S STORY:
How do we know God loves us?
God gave us Jesus.

BASIC TRUTH:
GOD LOVES ME.

DO THIS TO REMIND YOUR CHILD OF SUNDAY’S STORY:
CUDDLE TIME
Cuddle with your child this month and pray, “Dear God, the wise men knew Jesus was special. That’s why they followed the star, worshipped Him, and gave Him gifts. Help us remember how special Jesus is and give Him the best gift by loving people the way Jesus loves us. We love You, God. In Jesus’ name, amen.”

Week of December 23, 2019

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252 Kids heard the story from LUKE 2:1-20 –
Jesus Is Born.

SAY THIS TO CONTINUE THE CONVERSATION-
You can have joy because God sent His son.

REMEMBER THIS:
“Always be joyful because you belong to the Lord.
I will say it again. Be joyful!”
PHILIPPIANS 4:4, NIrV

DO THIS TO CONTINUE THE CONVERSATION:
DRIVE TIME
Turn up some of your favorite Christmas songs and enjoy caroling in your own car! Sing as loud and as joyfully as you can. Remind your kids, “You can find joy when you search for God.”

JOY:
FINDING A WAY TO BE HAPPY, EVEN WHEN THINGS DON’T GO YOUR WAY.

First Look Week of December 23, 2019

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Sunday weeones heard the CHRISTMAS STORY!
Christmas is all about Jesus’ birthday!

REMEMBER THIS:
“God has given a son to us.”
ISAIAH 9:6, NCV

SAY THIS TO REMIND YOUR CHILD OF SUNDAY’S STORY:
How do we know God loves us?
God gave us Jesus.

BASIC TRUTH:
GOD LOVES ME.

DO THIS TO REMIND YOUR CHILD OF SUNDAY’S STORY:
BATH TIME
Buy a pack of glow-in-the-dark stars. Add them to bath time and dim the lights. As your child plays with the stars, talk about how Mary and Joseph traveled under the stars to Bethlehem. Angels told shepherds in a field under the stars that Jesus is born. Wise men followed a special star all the way to Jesus. Stars are a great reminder of the Christmas story and that God gave us Jesus!

First Look Week of December 16, 2019

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Our weeones heard the Bible Story from LUKE 2:8-20 –
God sends angels to tell shepherds the good news that Jesus has been born.

REMEMBER THIS:
“God has given a son to us.”
Isaiah 9:6, NCV

SAY THIS TO REMIND YOUR CHILD OF SUNDAY’S STORY:
How do we know God loves us?
God gave us Jesus.

BASIC TRUTH:
GOD LOVES ME.

DO THIS TO REMIND YOUR CHILD OF SUNDAY’S STORY:
CUDDLE TIME
Cuddle with your child this month and pray, “Dear God, Christmas is such a special time of year. Thank You for the music and food and presents. It’s all so much fun! While we are celebrating Christmas, help us remember that it’s really all about Jesus’ birthday. Without Jesus, there would be nothing to celebrate! We love You, God. In Jesus’ name, amen.”

Week of December 16, 2019

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On Sunday 252 Kids heard the story from LUKE 1:26-56 –
The Coming Birth of Jesus.

SAY THIS TO CONTINUE THE CONVERSATION:
You can have joy because God is with you.

REMEMBER THIS:
“Always be joyful because you belong to the Lord.
I will say it again. Be joyful!”
PHILIPPIANS 4:4, NIrV

DO THIS TO CONTINUE THE CONVERSATION:
BED TIME
What does it mean to you when someone says, God is with you? Even though Mary faced an unexpected situation, she knew the stories of God’s faithfulness, and trusted that He would be with her. Because God sent His Son, Jesus, we can trust that God is with us every day, too. Pray that you will have joy knowing God is with you.

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JOY:
FINDING A WAY TO BE HAPPY,
EVEN WHEN THINGS DON’T GO YOUR WAY

Week of December 9, 2019

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In 252 Kids on Sunday December 8 we heard the Bible Story from LUKE 1:5-25; 57-80 –
The Coming Birth of John the Baptist.

SAY THIS TO CONTINUE THE CONVERSATION:
You can have joy because anything is possible with God.

REMEMBER THIS:
“Always be joyful because you belong to the Lord.
I will say it again. Be joyful!”
PHILIPPIANS 4:4, NIrV

DO THIS TO CONTINUE THE CONVERSATION:
MEAL TIME
Q&A for kids: What makes you happy? What brings you joy? Are they the same things?
Q&A for parents: Have you ever felt joy even when you weren’t necessarily happy? Share how that was possible!

LIFE APP-
JOY:
FINDING A WAY TO BE HAPPY, EVEN WHEN THINGS DON’T GO YOUR WAY.

First Look Week of December 9, 2019

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Our weeones heard the Bible story from LUKE 2:1-7
Mary and Joseph travel to Bethlehem where Jesus is born and sleeps in a manger.

REMEMBER THIS:
“God has given a son to us.”
ISAIAH 9:6, NCV

SAY THIS TO REMIND YOUR CHILD OF SUNDAY’S STORY:
How do we know God loves us?
God gave us Jesus.

BASIC TRUTH:
GOD LOVES ME.

DO THIS TO REMIND YOUR CHILD OF SUNDAY’S STORY:
DRIVE TIME
Tell your child to look for star decorations while you drive. Many store fronts and city organizations like to decorate for the holidays. Play a game where every time you see a star, everyone has to say, “God gave us Jesus!”