Big Picture - Week 3
Every great movie tells a great story. When we see those stories played out on the big screen, we can learn a little more about ourselves and the world around us. Jesus knew how powerful stories could be, and he made them a big part of how he taught his followers. In this 5-week series, kids will hear some of the stories Jesus shared that can help them see the big picture of a life spent following God. Kids will see that God helps us know what's true, the ways we can give back to God, how God sends us helpers, that God gives us second chances, and how we belong in God's family.
BIG IDEA: God sends us helpers.
BIBLE: The Parable of the Good Samaritan: Luke 10:25–37; Psalm 27:1–5
MEMORY VERSE
Elementary: "Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know." Jeremiah 33:3 (NIV)
Toddler Twist: Pray to God and He will answer. Jeremiah 33:3
WATCH:
Preschool- teaching video
Elementary- teaching video
SONG: Open the Eyes of my Heart and Build My Life
DISCIPLE:
In a lot of movies, the real heroes turn out to be the ones you would never expect. Think about some of the movies you've seen.
Spider-Man was a regular teenager who ended up becoming the friendly neighborhood hero.
Mulan was a loving daughter who did not belong in battle but went anyway to save her father and bring her family honor.
Mirabel was the most ordinary one in her family, and she had no special gift, but she saved the whole casita!
Jesus' parable shows us that anyone can help and be a neighbor to someone in need. God sends us helpers!
Pray: God, thank you for sending helpers when we are in need. You always watch over us and help us. We pray that you will also send us to help others when they are in need. Amen.
Parent Devotion