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Seeking God's Will

Parent’s Corner- January 19, 2020

 

“Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.”  Romans 12:2 ESV

 

As our children grow and develop in their knowledge and understanding of the Word, I pray that they would desire to follow the will of God in all they do. May they seek His wisdom, and may He guide and direct their paths.  May you find joy in your parenting this week!  Enjoy those precious gifts from God!

 

This week in Sunday School. . .

 

2s and 3s- Jesus Calls His Disciples

Scripture- Mark 1:16-20; 2:13-14; John 1:43-52

Lesson Truth- Jesus wants us to be his friends and helpers.

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

1.     Act out the parts of the disciples Jesus called

2.     Affirm their willingness to be Jesus’ helpers

3.     Identify one of the things Jesus wants his helpers to do

 

4s-K, 1st-2nd, 3rd-5th- Jesus is Gloriously Transfigured

Scripture- Luke 9:27-36

Principle- Jesus’ glory is seen during His transfiguration.

Ask Your Child- What did God the Father reveal about His Son?

Apply- By listening to Jesus through God’s Word.

This Week- As a family, read Luke 9:27-36.

Next Week- Matthew 19:16-26

 

Children’s Church- God chooses Jacob over Esau

Scripture- Genesis 25:21-26; 27:1-29

Lesson Goal- Students will learn that God promised to bless Jacob instead of Esau.

Bible Truths-

1.     God blessed Jacob instead of Esau.

2.     Jacob was a liar, and Esau rejected his parents.

3.     God allowed Jacob to lie to his father to steal the inheritance.

4.     God was gracious to Jacob.

Key Verse- “The Lord said to her,’Two nations are in your womb. . . and the older shall serve the younger.’” Genesis 25:23

Application-

1.     We are all sinners.  Call out for God’s mercy.

2.     Don’t commit one sin to make up for another sin.

3.     Be patient for God’s promise.  Don’t take matters into your own hands.