Following Directions

Parent’s Corner- September 22, 2019

“You shall therefore love the LORD your God and keep his charge, his statutes, his rules, and his commandments always.” Deuteronomy 11:1 ESV

Following directions. . .  a common theme in the lessons taught today.  Moses had to follow God’s instructions even when they led him into unknown territory.  The disciples had to follow the directions given by Jesus as they were called to leave what they knew to be familiar.  Unfortunately, Cain’s actions demonstrate what happens when we don’t follow God’s directions.  The common thread. . . God gave directions that were meant to be followed, for our good and His glory!  The best thing. . . those directions are clearly written for us to look at whenever we want!  Like a map to a hiker, so is the Word of God to the Christian. . . it gives boundaries, directions, guidance, and identifies a safe path.  As you and your family go about your life this week, may you seek the Lord’s direction in all that you do.  You will be glad you did!

This week in Sunday School. . .

2/3s- Safe at Last! The Story of Moses and the Red Sea

Scripture- Exodus 14-15

Lesson Truth- God is Powerful

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

1.     Act out the Bible story

2.     Participate in various celebration activities

3.     Thank God for His power

4s-K, 1st-2nd, 3rd-5th- Jesus Calls the Disciples

Scripture- Mark 1:16-20

Principle- Jesus’ authority demonstrates the He is God’s Messiah.

Ask Your Child- What was Jesus’ message?

Apply- By obeying the Lord Jesus who taught, preached, and healed with authority.

This Week- As a family, read Mark 1:16-20.

Next Week- Matthew 8:5-13

Children’s Church- Cain Rebels Against God

Scripture- Genesis 4:1-15

Lesson Goal- Students will understand that God punishes sinful attitudes and actions.

Bible Truths-

1.     Abel offered a sacrifice from a heart pleasing to God.

2.     Cain offered a sacrifice from a sinful heart.

3.     God was pleased with Abel but not with Cain.

4.     The Lord warned Cain.

5.     Cain rebelled against God by killing his brother.

Key Verse- “And the Lord respected Abel and his offering, but he did not respect Cain and his offering” Genesis 4:4-5.

Application-

1.     Repent from your first sin.  Don’t keep sinning!

2.     Serve the Lord with gladness and obey His Word.

3.     Remember that God will punish sinners.

4.     Love the Lord with all your heart.