Before reading today’s passage, talk with your family: Have you ever met someone famous? Describe the feelings you experienced at the meeting. Read Luke 24, focus on verses 1-35 if it is too difficult for you to get through it all. Key Verse: v27 “And beginning with Moses and all the Prophets, he explained to them … Continue reading Day 24 – Luke 24
Month: January 2017
Day 24 – Luke 24
Luke 24 Key Verse to consider: Verse 5-6 – “Why do you look for the living among the dead? He is not here; he has risen!” Question to ponder: The “road to Emmaus” encounter is incredible – two disciples walking with Jesus but not realizing it was actually he until he had left them. … Continue reading Day 24 – Luke 24
Day 23 – Luke 23
Luke 23 Key Verse to consider: Verse 34 – “Father forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” Question to ponder: Luke tells us about the two criminals who were crucified along with Jesus – one heard some wonderful words of life – “today you will be with me in paradise” … Continue reading Day 23 – Luke 23
Day 23 – Luke 23
Today's reading is the story of the Crucifixion. For older children, I would strongly encourage you to read this passage with your children in its entirety. It is vital that we show our kids to what extremes Christ was willing to go for our sins. For very young children, if you have a children's bible … Continue reading Day 23 – Luke 23
Day 22 – Luke 22
Before today's reading, talk about the following> Do you think it is ok for people who love Jesus to be sad? Why or why not? Think of a time that someone you love hurt you. How did that make you feel? What are some special things your family likes to eat at holidays? Here's today's … Continue reading Day 22 – Luke 22
Day 22 – Luke 22
Luke 22 Key Verse to consider: Verse 19-20 – “This is my body given for you; do this in remembrance of me . . . this cup is the new covenant in my blood, which is poured out for you.” Question to ponder: Luke 22 gives us Judas’ betrayal, the Last Supper, Jesus’ … Continue reading Day 22 – Luke 22
Day 21 – Luke 21
Begin your time together by talking about: How does your family currently give to God? Through offering? Through serving? Through donating food or clothing to others? Make a list of things you have and divide them into two categories: Wants and Needs Which list is longer? Read: Luke 21, verses 1-4 Key Verse: v 3b. "That … Continue reading Day 21 – Luke 21
Day 21 – Luke 21
Luke 21 Key Verse to consider: Verse 19 – “By standing firm you will gain life.” Question to ponder: Much of Luke 21 involves Jesus telling his disciples of troubling times ahead – do you have anxiety about our present world? What about the months and years in front of us? Action to … Continue reading Day 21 – Luke 21
Day 20 – Luke 20
Luke 20 Key Verse to consider: Verse 25 – ”Give to Caesar what is Caesar’s, and to God what is God’s.” Question to ponder: Luke 20 begins with the authority of Jesus being questioned by religious leaders of the day – how is the authority of Jesus questioned or challenged in 2017? Even within … Continue reading Day 20 – Luke 20
Day 20 – Luke 20
Before you begin today's reading, talk about the following: How do you learn about things? Who are some of the people who teach you? How do you react when someone questions you? Who are some authority figures in your life? Read: Luke 20, verses 1-8 Key Verse: "Tell us by what authority you are doing … Continue reading Day 20 – Luke 20
