Kids' Lesson, August 17
SCRIPTURE: Mark 10:46-52 (Jesus Heals Bartimaeus)
KEY QUESTION: When has someone made time for you?
BOTTOM LINE: Make time to help others.
MONTHLY MEMORY VERSE: "Let your light shine so others can see it." Matthew 5:16a
MONTHLY VIRTUE: Compassion
wHAT WE LEARNED THIS WEEK:
This week's Bible story and lesson look at when Jesus healed a man named Bartimaeus. Jesus was a busy man on a mission, but He didn’t let that stop Him from taking the detour to help Bartimaeus. Jesus knew it was worth it to show compassion.
Sometimes, making time to help others is a sacrifice, but when we are willing to set ourselves aside and make time for others, we shine Jesus’ light to those around us!
Sometimes, making time to help others is a sacrifice, but when we are willing to set ourselves aside and make time for others, we shine Jesus’ light to those around us!
WAYS TO ENGAGE
MORNING TIME: As your kid starts their day, ask them if there is something you can help them with this week. (We know you do a lot, but it’s good for your kid to know they can ask you for help if needed.)
WHILE ON THE GO: While on the go, ask your kid: “Tell me about a time when someone spent extra time with you and made you feel special. What did they do or say?”
MEAL TIME: At a meal this week, have everyone at the table answer this question: “Who is someone you’ve met lately who needs help? Were you able to help them? Why or why not?”
BEDTIME: Pray for each other: “Jesus, may we follow your example and see the people around us who need us to shine Your light.”
ASK QUESTIONS:
When has someone made time for you?
How did you feel in that moment?
How could you make time to help others this week?
When has someone made time for you?
How did you feel in that moment?
How could you make time to help others this week?