what we're learning in Kids' Ministry!
PRISCILLA, AQUILLA, & APOLLOS
(Acts 18:18-28)
God's wisdom helps us grow.
Memory Verse:
"For the Lord gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge & understanding."
Proverbs 2:6
He Question:
How does God give His wisdom to us?
The main source of God's wisdom that He has given us is His Word, The Bible. He also gives us wisdom through wise teachers and prayer.
We Question:
How can followers of Jesus help each other grow?
We can help each other grow through pointing each other to God's wisdom
and lovingly sharing what we know about God with each other.
(Acts 18:18-28)
God's wisdom helps us grow.
Memory Verse:
"For the Lord gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge & understanding."
Proverbs 2:6
He Question:
How does God give His wisdom to us?
The main source of God's wisdom that He has given us is His Word, The Bible. He also gives us wisdom through wise teachers and prayer.
We Question:
How can followers of Jesus help each other grow?
We can help each other grow through pointing each other to God's wisdom
and lovingly sharing what we know about God with each other.
this week at home...
monday
READ TOGETHER:
Proverbs 19:8
How does God's wisdom help us to prosper?
Proverbs 19:8
How does God's wisdom help us to prosper?
tuesday
As a family,
Make a banner using words and pictures that describe the ways we can grow in wisdom.
Make a banner using words and pictures that describe the ways we can grow in wisdom.
wednesday
Ephesians 4:15b
What do you think it means to "speak the truth" in this verse?
What do you think it means to "speak the truth" in this verse?
thursday
Make a tree using small branches and empty vases. Write how God has helped you grow in wisdom on papers. Put them on the tree.
friday & saturday
READ TOGETHER:
Galatians 5:13-26
Make a fruit salad together.
DISCUSS:
What does this teach us about God?
Galatians 5:13-26
Make a fruit salad together.
DISCUSS:
What does this teach us about God?
resources!
activities to do at home!
- Have regular family fun nights!
- Everyone has to have a good attitude (if you have a bad day, talk it out and then let it go!
- Take turns on who gets to decide
- Make it a priority
- Set aside expectations, especially if your kids are young
- Be flexible (ex: if rains or someone doesn’t feel well, change you park plans to movie plans)
- Family devotional during regular family times like dinner
- Board Games!
- Make dinner together
- Have art night
- Get outdoors, go hiking, have a picnic, go camping, ect.
- Grow a garden together
- Visit a farm
- Go to a nearby Museum
- Mead Cultural Edu Center
- Washington Pavillion
- Build a fort
- Learn a new skill together (Spanish, magic tricks, ect)
- Go to the carnival
- Spend the day in a nearby town doing something new
- Do a science experiment: https://artfulparent.com/best-kids-science-experiments-at-home/
- Do acts of kindness together (ding dong ditch balloons, delivery dessert, shovel someone else’s driveway together, etc)
- Do a puzzle together
- Go on a vacation
books
Books for Family
Toddlers and Preschoolers
Christian Parenting Handbook
Dr Dobsons Parenting Collection ( The New Dare To Discipline, The New Strong-Willed Child, Parenting isn’t for Cowards)
Don't Make Me Count to Three
The Ministry of Motherhood
Dr Dobsons Parenting Collection ( The New Dare To Discipline, The New Strong-Willed Child, Parenting isn’t for Cowards)
Don't Make Me Count to Three
The Ministry of Motherhood
Books About Boys
Books About Girls
Lighthearted Reads
Books for Dads
Books for Single Moms
Books on Grief
Bibles for Pre-Readers
Bibles for Early Readers
Devotionals for Young Kids
music
Listener Kids
VeggieTales
CJ and Friends
Hillsong Kids
learning resources
Connect Families
https://connectedfamilies.org
Connect Families is an online resource that provides coaching sessions, reading material, online sources and resources listings “that cares for, inspires, and equips parents to receive and pass on God’s grace and truth”
Connect Families is an online resource that provides coaching sessions, reading material, online sources and resources listings “that cares for, inspires, and equips parents to receive and pass on God’s grace and truth”
Bible Project
https://bibleproject.com
BibleProject is a nonprofit ed-tech organization and animation studio that produces 100% free Bible videos, podcasts, blogs, classes, and educational Bible resources to help make the biblical story accessible to everyone, everywhere.
App also available
BibleProject is a nonprofit ed-tech organization and animation studio that produces 100% free Bible videos, podcasts, blogs, classes, and educational Bible resources to help make the biblical story accessible to everyone, everywhere.
App also available
All Star Kids Club
https://www.allstarskidsclub.com
Totally free Bible streaming service for kids!
App also available
Totally free Bible streaming service for kids!
App also available
Go Noodle
https://www.gonoodle.com
Engages 14million kids every month with movement and mindfulness videos crated by child development experts. Totally Free
App Also Available
Engages 14million kids every month with movement and mindfulness videos crated by child development experts. Totally Free
App Also Available
Minno TV
This is a steaming service with Christian content for kids, such as BibleMan, VeggieTales, etc.
App Available
App Available
podcasts
The Disciple-Making Parent
The Disciple-Making Parent equips Christian parents to pass the gospel to their children. In the show, we'll think about principles that all parents should know. Listen in on Chap's conversations with equippers in this field.
Pardon the Mess with Cynthia Yanof
Parenting is messy and we're not afraid to talk about it. Each week Cynthia Yanof has honest conversations with her guests about raising our kids in biblical truth in a fast-changing world. It's funny, it's relatable, it's honest, and it's going to keep you coming back for more. Let's walk the parenting road together because there are no perfect parents - just a perfect God who loves us in the middle of our mess
Courageous Parenting with Isaac and Angie Toplin
The raw truth on how to equip confident Christian kids in an uncertain world. We cover parenting topics on things such as purity, self-control, obedience, discipleship, relationships, education, pornography, Bible-time, marriage, and family. We hold nothing back and give the Biblical truth on relevant topics parents need today.
Focus on Parenting Podcast
Focus on the Family has a long history of providing quality content for Christian families. The guests are always top-notch and provide a solid Christ-centered perspective and advice. I also appreciate the references to scientific studies and consideration of current culture in addressing parenting topics.
Truth. Love. Parent. With AMBrewster
TLP explores how the Bible's Truth can lovingly be applied to your parenting regardless of the size of your family or the age of your children. We fill every episode with Scripture, practical application, and a large dose of insightful Brewsterisms for both moms and dads!
Legacy Dads with Lance and Dante
Real men with authentic faith. Legacy Dads is a community of Christian men focusing on issues such as marriage, parenting, and leadership. We equip men who are trying to balance faith, our modern lives and leading our families to a lasting legacy.
Real Men Connect with Dr. Joe Martin
Get ready to receive wisdom and guidance from some of the country's most respected Christian men on how to strengthen your marriage, be a better father, get control of your finances, heal the wounds from your past, be the spiritual leader of your family, and walk faithfully with God. Learn the things your dad should've taught you, but probably didn't. No judgment, no shame, just real answers for real men with real challenges seeking real change for God's glory.
Raising Christian Kids with Lee Ann Mancini
Raising Christian Kids podcast is for parents, grandparents, teachers, ministry leaders, and all who are raising the next generation to have a strong foundation in Jesus. Lee Ann Mancini's episodes will educate and empower you to be the best spiritual leader for your child.
Sex + Christian Parents
Some of the most difficult questions for a parent surround those related to sex and sexuality. This is especially true for Christian parents. It has been said that the more religious the family is the less likely they are to talk about sex in their home. This podcast and its many conversations intend to change this reality.
Calm Christian Parenting with Kirk and Casey Martin
Calm Christian Parenting Podcast Have a strong-willed child who argues like an attorney, refuses to listen, melts down, and doesn't respond to consequences? Good! CelebrateCalm.com Founder Kirk Martin and his son, Casey, have equipped almost 1,000,000 parents with practical, life-changing strategies that actually work. Stop the yelling, defiance, and power struggles and build a close, trusting relationship that mirrors the heart of God the Father toward His children.
Pairadocs with Jimmy and Josh
Pairadocs is a podcast with a Christian take on life, family, and culture. Jimmy and Josh will provide marriage and parenting insight, to be sure; however, don't be surprised if other topics emerge, such as sports, entertainment, politics, or the latest episode of Pioneer Woman! The Pairadocs has two formats: interview and content. One episode a week focuses on interviewing some of the greatest Christian minds around. For the other episode, Jimmy and Josh discuss a cultural or familial topic you're sure to enjoy!
