Tabitha loves like Jesus by making clothes for people who need them.
MEMORY VERSE
"You are the light of the world."
Matthew 5:14, NIrV
Engagement Questions
Who can love like Jesus?
How can you help others?
Prayer
"Dear God, thank You for sending Jesus to show us how to love others. Jesus helped so many people. Please help us love like Jesus and help others. We want to be a light to the world so everyone can see that Jesus loves them! We love You, God. In Jesus' name. Amen."
ENGAGE IN EVERYDAY MOMENTS TOGETHER
Morning Time
When you go into your child's room, cuddle them and say: "Good morning, [child's name]! Would you like for me to help you get ready for the day? Helping others is a great way to love like Jesus!"
Drive Time
While on the go, point out places and talk with your child about how you can help others in those places. For example, in a fast food restaurant, you can smile, get napkins, and clean up after yourself.
Cuddle Time
Cuddle with your child and pray: "God, there are so many people who need help. Help [child's name] and me see people we can help and then do what we can to help them. Then they will see that Jesus loves them the same way Jesus loves us."
Bath Time
Add small plastic animals to bath time. Say: "Look at all of these animals! Will you help me put the animals back in their home?" (Point to the corners in bathtub.) Then say: "Thank you for helping! Helping others is one way we can love like Jesus!"
Compassion is caring enough to do something about someone else's needs.
Bible Story
Jesus is the Light of the World
John 8:12
Jesus is the light of the world.
MEMORY VERSE
"Let your light shine so others can see it. Then they will see the good things you do. And they will bring glory to your Father who is in heaven."
Matthew 5:16, NIrV
Engagement Questions
What are some things that would be harder to do with no light?
How can Jesus' light help you grow?
What helps you remember that Jesus is the light of the world?
Prayer
"Dear God, thank You for sending Jesus to be the Light of the world. We needed a Rescuer, and You sent Jesus! Help us to put our trust in Jesus and to show compassion to others, especially the ones we've prayed for today. We want other people around us to see YOUR light so they can follow You too. We love You, and we pray these things in Jesus' name. Amen."
ENGAGE IN EVERYDAY MOMENTS TOGETHER
Morning Time
As your kid starts their day, let them know how much you not only love them, but also like them-and why.
Drive Time
While on the go, ask your kid: "Who is someone you know who loves people like Jesus does?"
Meal Time
At a meal this week, have everyone at the table answer this question: "How is Jesus a light to the world?"
Bed Time
Pray for each other: "Jesus, help us to live like You did. Help us to love those who others overlook. Help us to be kind to everyone, regardless of who they are. And most of all, help us to point people to You and what you want to do in their lives."
