Passage: Genesis 29:13–31:55 What we talked about: • The account of the Israelites marching around the city of Jericho. • That the Israelites shouted and God’s power was known. • That it was a shout of defiance, warning, commitment, and victory. ACTIVITY Have fun together building a big wall. Open out the brown paper grocery sacks completely. They are actually strong enough to stack on each other to make big blocks. They’ll go 3 or 4 high before collapsing. Take on the challenge to see if you can make a long wall ...

1. How deep does your confession go? Do you come away feeling forgiven? Why or why not? 2. What happens when we repeatedly rationalize our sin choices? 3. Is there any area of your life where you’re not exactly following the “letter of the law” but you have a good reason for it? Explain. 4. Why is it so hard for folks to take full responsibility for their sins? 5. Look at the definitions of David’s 3 descriptors -- transgressions, iniquities, sins -- below. Which one best describes ...

Your Children Will Learn: Jesus was very sad. Jesus made Lazarus come alive. Memory verse for unit 6- Jesus said, "I didn't come from heaven to do what I want. I came to do what God wants." John 6:38 Just for Parents - Living in this world can really take the “life” out of us. Difficult circumstances, addictions, and physical problems are among the many things that can deaden us to living life. We may lose hope and become depressed, thinking that it will never end. We forget that the prince of this world, Satan, is out to “kill, ...

1. Name 5 things you are faithful for with your group. On your own, when you have more time, write down 25 things you are thankful for. 2. Think of one thing in your life you are thankful for (maybe your dog, a friend, a job, a gifting). Focus on that one thing and step back as far as you can seeing where God has been present in your life with his provision. Example: How did you get your dog? Where did you find the dog? How did you pay for the dog? Thank God at every step along the way. 3. Have you ever taken ...

Your Children Will Learn: Jesus healed ten men. One man said "thank you." Memory verse for unit 6- Jesus said, "I didn't come from heaven to do what I want. I came to do what God wants." John 6:38 Just for Parents - This week, consider your role as a parent or guardian to your children. God calls each of us to be mentors, living out our lives as examples of what it means to be a follower of Jesus. Do you realize that as parents, you have the privilege to shape the lives of your children and you get to do it everyday? God has ...

God wants us to take care of the bodies he created. When the Bible refers to our bodies as temples (1 Corinthians 6:19), we usually associate that with the need to abstain from immoral sexual activity. But God also wants us to nurture our “temples” by giving them proper rest and nutrition. Teenagers are notorious for late-night study sessions and parties, as well as for wavering between the extremes of junk-food indulgence and harsh diets. And that behavior takes a toll. Most experts say teenagers need about nine hours of sleep a night, ...

Hi everyone, For those of you who were not in Verb this past Sunday we talked about fasting. You may think that fasting means not eating. However, it is a lot more than that. Before we go further, let me ask you a few questions: • What’s the longest you’ve ever gone without eating? • Why did you go without eating for that long? • How did it feel when you ate again? Fasting is a spiritual habit. One that is considered somewhat extreme by some. But I want you to see why it is important to do. Let’s discover what fasting is ...

Passage: Gen. 5:1-9:17 What we talked about: • The story of Noah and the Flood • That God Rescued ancient man through Noah • That God rescued all men through Jesus Activity: Write these numbers (really big) on a piece of paper: 3, 40, 450, 2, 75, 7, 600, 45, 150, 601, and 8. Look through the scripture that tells about the Great Flood (Genesis 5:1 – 9:17) and identify how each of these numbers fits into the story. Family Bible Time: Read the following verses and use the questions to discuss what you ...

1. Do you struggle to focus on God in public worship? If so, why? 2. Is there anything, good or bad, that you’ve formed an unhealthy attachment to, anything that’s taking the place of God? Explain. 3. What makes you feel good about yourself? What God says about you or what others say about you? Be honest. 4. Have you, in any way, given people power over you? Explain. 5. How well do you handle peer pressure? 6. How do you react when God isn’t working according to your ...

Your Children Will Learn: Jesus walked on water. Jesus is the Son of God. Memory verse for unit 6- Jesus said, "I didn't come from heaven to do what I want. I came to do what God wants." John 6:38 Just for Parents - You can almost picture the boat full of the disciples being blown further from the shore by the strong winds and pounded by wave after wave! The disciples were tired, probably seasick, and were eager for Jesus to return. But He did not return until very early in the morning! And He came to them by way of “walking on ...

Passage: Act 15:1-34 What we talked about: • Peter’s debate with the Pharisees and Council. • That we are saved by grace alone. • That all believers are part of the Body of Christ. Activity: We learned that people may come from different backgrounds, speak different languages, and live very different lifestyles, but as believers we are ALL saved by grace! As a family, create a list of things that you do differently from each other. For example, one of you may fold the laundry differently than another. Neither is wrong, j ...

1. What form, if any, do you use in prayer? (example, A-C-T-S etc.) What do you like about it? 2. How would you describe experience of God in worship? Is worship or adoration easy or hard? Explain. 3. Have you ever felt that you’ve blown it so badly that not even God could straighten it out? Explain. 4. What damages have you suffered as a result of your sin? (physically, financially, emotionally, hurting others) 5. What’s so great about the Atonement?

Your Children Will Learn: Jesus taught people. Jesus healed people. Memory verse for unit 6- Jesus said, "I didn't come from heaven to do what I want. I came to do what God wants." John 6:38 Just for Parents - “Take two and call me in the morning.” “I want to see you back next year for a follow-up exam.” “Stay off that foot for a week, and keep ice on it.” How familiar these phrases have become in our modern world, plainly accepted without the bat of an eye. We never hear Jesus using such band-aid directives. Imagine Jesus h ...

Passage: Matt 17:1-13 What we talked about: • The story of the transfiguration. • That James, Peter, and John had a life transforming experience on the mountain during the transfiguration. • That God wants to change our lives, but we can’t stay on the mountain; we come down to serve Him. Activity: In the Bible story, Jesus hikes up a mountain with Peter, James, and John, to the site of the Transfiguration. Go outside (weather permitting) and go on a hike. Look at the scenery and nature around you. Think about what it must ...