Peace

Parent’s Corner- May 12, 2019

“And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body.  And be thankful.”  Colossians 3:15 ESV

“Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts.”  I thought this was especially poignant on Mother’s Day.  The women I have admired most have been those who have been able to be calm in the midst of the most stressful situations.  Can we do this on our own?  No Way! Especially in May, which, in my opinion, rivals December for the number of activities and schedule commitments!  Only through Christ can we find true peace in our hearts. What a wonderful truth to model to our children, and to claim for ourselves.

May you find joy and peace in your parenting this week!

This week in Sunday School. . .

2/3s- Over the Wall- The Story of Paul’s Escape in a Basket

Scripture- Acts 9:20-25

Lesson Truth- Jesus took care of Paul when he was in trouble.

Aims for the Children- to do at least one of the following during this lesson:

1.     Tell how Jesus took care of Paul

2.     Express assurance that Jesus always takes care of them

3.     Thank Jesus for his love and care

4s-K, 1st-2nd, 3rd-5th- God Punishes Solomon

Scripture- 1 Kings 11:1-43

Principle- We should love God wholeheartedly.

Ask Your Child- Why did god punish Solomon?

 Apply- By praying for the Lord’s deliverance from temptation.

This week- As a family, read 1 Kings 11:1-41

Next Week- 1 Kings 12:1-33; 14:1-18

Children’s Church- The Church is Persecuted and the Gospel Spreads

Scripture- Acts 8:1-25

Lesson Goal- The child will turn over the reign of their lives to King Jesus.

Bible Truths-

1.     People in the church were persecuted.

2.     God gave the Holy Spirit to the Samaritans.

3.     Simon was jealous of the apostles and needed to repent.

Key Verse- “You have neither part nor portion in this matter, for your heart is not right in the sight of God.”  Acts 8:21