What you should know

CORE virtUE:

GENEROSITY - making someone’s day by giving something away

MEMORY VERSE:

Be rich in good deeds...be generous and willing to share. 
I Timothy 6:18, NIV

WEEK

BIBLE STORY

BOTTOM LINE

December 6 & 7

Bigger Barns

(The Parable of the Rich Man)

Luke 12:13-21

Don’t let things become more important than people.

December 14

The Greatest Gift

(Jesus is Born)

John 3:16-17

Luke 2:1-18

God gave us the greatest gift when He gave us Jesus.

December 21

From Afar

(Wise Men Visit Jesus)

Matthew 2:1-12

When you give, it shows others how valuable they are.

December 28

A Boy and His Toys

(Jesus and the Rich Ruler)

Luke 18:18-25

Don’t let stuff get in the way of serving others and loving Jesus.

Beginning in November:

Come aboard as we sail along these 7 exciting C’s.  Jump on the boat with Myron and the gang as we hit the water and splash into God’s Word.  We will sail through the C’s of character, competence, chemistry, calling, courage, compassion, and commitment.  This series will guide your children to develop these godly traits.

LESSON 1:  “C of Character”

Have a good attitude! 

Through the story of Daniel and the Lions, children will learn what it means to develop their character by having a good attitude.

LESSON 2:  “C of Competence”

Do My Best!

As children hear the story of Joshua and the Walls of Jericho, they will learn that God created them all with certain gifts and abilities.

LESSON 3:  “C of Chemistry”

Love Others! 
Children will hear about the friendship of David and Jonathan.  They will learn why it is important to love their family and friends.

LESSON 4:  “C of Calling”

God Knows Me!

Through the story of Gideon, children will learn how God loves each on of them and wants them to love and learn about Him.

Parents!  Click on the “Empowering Kids” logo on the left to download a parent resource kit, with stories and activities for each of the “7 C’s” lessons.  You can reinforce the lessons throughout the week.

Parents!  click on the “Empowering Kids” logo to download parent resources.  This is a great way to reinforce, at home,  the lessons on GENEROSITY.