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Wednesday, January 31, 2018

The Word of God: The Beattitudes, Week 5


This year in FamilyQuest we'll be studying the word of God. We'll learn how it came to be, study some of the books of the Bible, and even study some of the bigger concepts found in the Bible.

In this unit we will be looking at the portion of scripture we've come to know as The Beattitudes. It's part of a larger portion of scripture known as The Sermon on the Mount. We'll take some time to look at each of the beattitudes, or blessings, and what they really mean for us as we live out our lives here on earth. 

Here are some books about Christians who have been persecuted for their faith. They will make good read alouds with your elementary aged kiddos and easy read alone books for your older elementary, middle school, or high school kiddos!

Christian Heroes Then and Now: Dietrich Bonhoffer

Christian Heroes Then and Now: Corrie ten Boom

Jesus Freaks: Stories of Those Who Stood for Jesus

The Hiding Place (Young Reader's Edition)

Christian Heroes Then and Now: Jim Elliott

Stephen: The First Martyr (for young children)

Christian Heroes Then and Now: Hudson Taylor

Tuesday, January 23, 2018

The Word of God: The Beattitudes, Week 4


This year in FamilyQuest we'll be studying the word of God. We'll learn how it came to be, study some of the books of the Bible, and even study some of the bigger concepts found in the Bible.

In this unit we will be looking at the portion of scripture we've come to know as The Beattitudes. It's part of a larger portion of scripture known as The Sermon on the Mount. We'll take some time to look at each of the beattitudes, or blessings, and what they really mean for us as we live out our lives here on earth. 

This section of scripture tells us that we are blessed when we are persecuted for our belief in Christ. This can come in many forms. For us, it's usually in the form of people ignoring us or making fun of us. Around the world, the persecution is much more harsh. People are beaten, jailed, and even killed for their belief in God. 

Here's a good resource to check out with your kids to see what other kids around the world are doing for Christ, despite the persecution they face. There are even some ideas of things your family can do to encourage and help those around the world being persecuted for their faith.  Voice of the Martyrs: Kids of Courage

Tuesday, January 16, 2018

The Word of God: The Beattitudes, Week 3


This year in FamilyQuest we'll be studying the word of God. We'll learn how it came to be, study some of the books of the Bible, and even study some of the bigger concepts found in the Bible.

In this unit we will be looking at the portion of scripture we've come to know as The Beattitudes. It's part of a larger portion of scripture known as The Sermon on the Mount. We'll take some time to look at each of the beattitudes, or blessings, and what they really mean for us as we live out our lives here on earth. 

Sometimes it's hard to get a grasp on what each of these Beattitudes mean. Here is a good source for some deeper lessons and study on these passages:

Beattitudes: Meaning and List

Tuesday, January 9, 2018

The Word of God: The Beattitudes, Week 2


This year in FamilyQuest we'll be studying the word of God. We'll learn how it came to be, study some of the books of the Bible, and even study some of the bigger concepts found in the Bible.

In this unit we will be looking at the portion of scripture we've come to know as The Beattitudes. It's part of a larger portion of scripture known as The Sermon on the Mount. We'll take some time to look at each of the beattitudes, or blessings, and what they really mean for us as we live out our lives here on earth. 

How's that memory verse coming along? In case you need a reminder:

"So listen to me, children! Blessed are those who obey me. Listen to instruction and be wise. Don't ignore it." Proverbs 8:32-33

Need some ideas on how to learn this as a family? Here are a few that some of our FamilyQuest writing team have used at times:

-Write out the verse on a piece of paper and cut it into a puzzle. Once a day, put this puzzle together until your whole family can say the verse.
-Sit in a circle as a family and each person says one word of the verse until you have said the whole verse.
-Create some motions for the verse that will make it easier for each of you to remember the words.
-Put the verse to music!
-Each morning as you eat breakfast say the verse together three times.
-Say it out loud together on your way to school and on your way home from school.

Tuesday, January 2, 2018

The Word of God: The Beattitudes, Week 1


This year in FamilyQuest we'll be studying the word of God. We'll learn how it came to be, study some of the books of the Bible, and even study some of the bigger concepts found in the Bible.

In this unit we will be looking at the portion of scripture we've come to know as The Beattitudes. It's part of a larger portion of scripture known as The Sermon on the Mount. We'll take some time to look at each of the beattitudes, or blessings, and what they really mean for us as we live out our lives here on earth. 

Here's a little jumps start to learning the Beattitudes and learning this month's FamilyQuest song!