JULY 2025
WEEK ONE

Talk About the Bible Story

Jesus Forgives Peter
Matthew 26:31-35, 69-75;
John 21:15-17; Colossians 3:13

Jesus forgives Peter and tells Peter to go and teach others about Jesus.

"Be kind and loving to each other."

Ephesians 4:32, NCV

Engagement Questions

• Who can do what Jesus says?
• Who can you forgive?

Prayer

"Dear God, thank You for sending Jesus to show us how to forgive others. Please help us to remember to love like You and give others a do-over when they make a mistake. We want to do what Jesus says and love like Him. 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]! Show me a big smile if Jesus wants to be your friend forever. I'm smiling! Let me see you smile too!"

Drive Time

While on the go, talk about when each of you have been afraid of something. Say: "Peter was afraid when people asked him if he knew Jesus, so he said no. Peter was sad when he did that because he really loved Jesus, but Jesus forgave Peter. Now Jesus says for us to forgive one another."

Cuddle Time

Cuddle with your child and pray: "Dear God, [child's name] and I want to thank You for sending Jesus to show us that we are forgiven. Like Peter, sometimes we make the wrong choice. It's so good to know that we can always talk to Jesus about it, and Jesus still loves us and forgives us."

Bath Time

Tell your child to pick some of their favorite toy friends to add to bath time. As your child plays, ask them what they like about each toy. Then say: "You like these toy friends a lot, but guess what! Jesus loves you even MORE, and Jesus wants to be your real friend FOREVER!"

JULY 2025
WEEK ONE

Bible Story

Forgive One Another
(Jesus Forgives Peter)
Colossians 3:13 (Supporting: John 13:36-38; 21:1-19)

Forgive one another.

Our God is a God who strengthens and encourages you. May he give you the same attitude toward one another that Christ Jesus had.

Romans 15:5, NIrV

Engagement Questions

• Jesus forgives! How does that make you feel, knowing he can forgive you for the wrong you have done?
• How can you have a good attitude like Jesus to others?
• Is there anyone you are still having a hard time loving? Do you need to forgive them?

Prayer

"Dear God, thank you for dying on the cross to save us from our sins. Thank you for forgiving us for any wrong we have done. Just as you forgive us, help us to forgive others. Give us the same attitude you have. 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, if there are any parenting moments you feel like you need to apologize for, take this opportunity. (There's no such thing as a perfect parent. We all fail at times.)

Drive Time

While on the go, ask your kid: "What do you think it means to forgive someone?"

Meal Time

At a meal this week, have everyone at the table answer this question: "Who is someone you forgave? Was it easy
or difficult? Was it once, or did you have to keep forgiving them when you remembered how they made you feel?"

Bed Time

Pray for each other: "God, thank You for all the ways You have forgiven us. You love us so much. Help us to remember that when we have a chance to forgive others. Help us to forgive other people like You forgive us."