Grab some blankets and flashlights! We’re going to build a fort or jump on the couch because the floor is lava! That’s right — it’s time for a family staycation! In this five-week series about Abraham and his family (and our families, too!), kids will learn that God blesses us so we can bless others and God always shows us compassion. That’s why we can trust God (even when it’s hard to trust each other), always belong in God’s family, and can make peace with others — especially the people who live with us!
July 2023 Memory Verse
THE STORY:
This week, kids hear about God’s call of Abram, and the adventure he set out on.
THE BIG IDEA:
God blesses us so we can bless others.
THE BIBLE:
Genesis 12:1-5, 13:1-18; Psalm 89:1-4
THE STORY:
This week, kids hear about what God told Abraham to do with his son, Isaac.
THE BIG IDEA:
God always shows us compassion.
THE BIBLE:
Genesis 21:1-7, 22:1-14; Psalm 145:8-14
THE STORY:
This week, kids hear about the relationship between brothers, Jacob and Esau.
THE BIG IDEA:
We can trust God when it’s hard to trust each other.
THE BIBLE:
Genesis 25:19-34; Romans 8:1-11
THE STORY:
This week, kids hear about the dream Jacob had and the message he received.
THE BIG IDEA:
We always belong in God’s family.
THE BIBLE:
Genesis 28:10-19a; Psalm 139:1-12
THE STORY:
This week, kids hear about Jacob and Esau being reunited after their falling out.
THE BIG IDEA:
We can make peace with others.
THE BIBLE:
Genesis 32:6-21, 33:1-11; Romans 8:26-39