Tuesday, March 10, 2009

Let's go over some things!

So as we go further into teaching and understanding, I think that it is important to go over some basic things. Although they have not yet learned about the Holy Spirit in Bible class here, I really have it on my heart to go over the fruits of the Spirit. They will not be introduced that way, but we will tap on each of them and give demonstrations on how to use/show them in everyday situations.
The Fruits Of The Spirit:
Galatians 5:22-23
Love
Joy
Peace
Long suffering- Patience
Goodness
Faithfulness
Gentleness- all kids can be reminded of this!
Self Control- last but most important
As you read, all these are sooo important and we need to be sure that we install them in children's' lives! I think the only thing I will add to this scripture is when all these things are done, we are trusted by others in all areas and now have great integrity. What a way to show that we are Christians and what we stand for! What is integrity?
Integrity:
uprightness of character, honesty; the condition, quality, or state of being complete or undivided! (Webster's Dictionary)
Wouldn't you want people to see your child like this???

Wednesday, January 28, 2009

The Ten Commandments

We have been going over Moses and the Ten Commandments God revealed to him. Little Miss is really catching on, she knows the first 4 with no help.
For activities:
we made "My Book Of The Ten Commandments"
this is a personalized book with simple text for each child. Each day we go over one commandment and move on. However, I really like how this book has worked out.... instead of just a page with a rule on it; just below it, in a different font, it will state what we are going to do. For example:
1st Commandment
I will have no other God's
but I will honor my one true Father in heaven, the Lord my God.