Kids Zone Lesson: January 18, 2015

The Life of Moses: Ten Rules to Live By

 Today's lesson was about the Ten Commandments. Your child learned that God has given us Ten Commandments or rules to live by. These rules keep us safe, healthy, and happy. By following these rules, our lives will be pleasing to God.

(Scripture used: Exodus 20:1-17)

"Obey the Lord your God and follow his commands." Deuteronomy 27:10a NIV

Practice this verse several times with your child during the week. This will not only help your child to remember the verse, but also it will help to reinforce what he or she learned during class.

Family Activity

Take time to talk about the rules you have given your child to follow. Talk about why these rules are important. Explain that rules God has given us are even more important. The first four of God's commandments, or rules, help us live for Him, the other commandments help us get along with other people.

Dear God, we thank You for providing us with a set of rules to help us live better lives, rules that keep us safe, healthy, and happy. Help us remember Your commandments so that our lives may be pleasing to You. Amen

The Miracles of Jesus: Water into Wine

Today, the children learned about Jesus' first miraculous sign, turning water into wine. This miracle shows that the Lord cares about even our insignificant needs as He turns the ordinary into the exceptional, for His glory. Children also learned that we should consider all of God’s blessings as anything but ordinary. We should lovingly thank Him for the abundance in which He blesses us with His goodness. (Scripture used: John 2:1-11)

Memory Verse

Practice this verse several times with your child during the week. This will not only help him or her remember the verse, but it will also help to reinforce what he or she learned during class.

Family Activity: Read to your child about several of Jesus' other miracles recorded in the Bible. Discuss with your child what it might have been like to see Jesus perform these miracles. Which miracle is your child's favorite, which one is your favorite? Why?

Dear Heavenly Father, it is hard for mere words to describe how we feel about You, how we love You and the depth of awe we have of You. Thank You for the blessings You provide to us on a daily basis. Please continue to increase our faith as you increased the faith of those who followed You in the beginning. Amen.