The Big Questions:
1. What does a torch do? When would you need a torch?
Allow your children to give their answers. A torch lights the way and shines light when it’s dark. You would need a torch if you’re camping, hiking in the dark, or maybe if the power goes out and you can’t turn on any lights.
2. How can we be like a torch? Read from Matthew 5:14 (NIV).
“You are the light of the world. A city on a hill can’t be hidden. Also, people do not light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead, they put it on its stand. Then it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine in front of others. Then they will see the good things you do. And they will praise your Father who is in heaven.”
3. What is the answer to sin?
God sent His one and only Son, Jesus, to die on the cross to take the punishment for our sin. He died, and three days later He rose again. Through Jesus we can find forgiveness and new life, the antidote for our problem of sin. We can share Jesus with others so they can find answers in Him.
Parent At Home Activity:
Help your child cut out the shapes from the “Let your light shine” page listed below. Children can stick sections of cellophane to the back of the page to show through the cut out sections. Show them how to hold it up to the light or hold a torch behind the page to see the coloured sections illuminate.
Explanation: The world can seem like a pretty dark place sometimes, people need help, love, care and compassion. The Bible tells us we can be like a light, shining God’s light into the darkness to show His love. Let your light shine!
Memory Verse:
“Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves; ensure justice for those being crushed. yes, speak up for the poor and helpless, and see that they get justice.” Proverbs 31:8-9
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