Pre K
Read Genesis 4:4-5:The LORD looked with favor on Abel and his offering, but on Cain and his offering he did not look with favor. So Cain was very angry, and his face was downcast. Then the LORD said to Cain, “Why are you angry? Why is your face downcast? If you do what is right, will you not be accepted?
Say: Rather than work against each other God's children are called to be brothers and sisters who work together. Let's work together!
Play: Let's play a game and help each other (have your child pick a game or something to build).
Pray: Jesus, help ______ to encourage others and be encouraged by others. Amen.
Kindergarten
Read Genesis 4:4-5:The LORD looked with favor on Abel and his offering, but on Cain and his offering he did not look with favor. So Cain was very angry, and his face was downcast. Then the LORD said to Cain, “Why are you angry? Why is your face downcast? If you do what is right, will you not be accepted?
Say: Rather than work against each other God's children are called to be brothers and sisters who work together.
Q: Is there a game you like to win?
Play: Let's play a game and help each other (have your child pick a game or something to build). We can both be winners!
Pray: Jesus, help ______ to encourage others and be encouraged by others. Amen.
Elementary
Read Genesis 4:4-5:The LORD looked with favor on Abel and his offering, but on Cain and his offering he did not look with favor. So Cain was very angry, and his face was downcast. Then the LORD said to Cain, “Why are you angry? Why is your face downcast? If you do what is right, will you not be accepted?
Say: Rather than work against each other God's children are called to be brothers and sisters who work together.
Q: Is there a game you like to win?
Q: Who do you compete with at school? Why?
Games are fun. Its okay to compete as long as you treat others fairly. But in the end we shouldn't desire to be the best at whatever cost. Jesus taught us to be humble and seek meekness.
Have your child pray: Jesus, help me to encourage others and be encouraged by others. Amen.
Developing Disciple
Read Genesis 4:4-5:The LORD looked with favor on Abel and his offering, but on Cain and his offering he did not look with favor. So Cain was very angry, and his face was downcast. Then the LORD said to Cain, “Why are you angry? Why is your face downcast? If you do what is right, will you not be accepted?
Rather than work against each other God's children are called to be brothers and sisters who work together.
Is there a game or competition you desire to win all the time (sports, grades, sales goals etc.)?
Games are fun. Its okay to compete as long as you treat others fairly. But in the end we shouldn't desire to be the best at whatever cost. Jesus calls us to be humble and seek meekness.
How can you compete with humbleness? Tell someone close to you about your goal of "humbleness" so they can encourage and hold you accountable.
Pray that Jesus helps you to be humble and let others spur you to grow in the man/woman Jesus has called you to be. Spend time listening to God- he might reveal areas in your life that you need more humbleness.
Disciple Maker
Read Genesis 4:4-5:The LORD looked with favor on Abel and his offering, but on Cain and his offering he did not look with favor. So Cain was very angry, and his face was downcast. Then the LORD said to Cain, “Why are you angry? Why is your face downcast? If you do what is right, will you not be accepted?
Rather than work against each other God's children are called to be brothers and sisters who work together.
Is there a game or competition you desire to win all the time (sports, grades, sales goals etc.)?
Games are fun. Its okay to compete as long as you treat others fairly. But in the end we shouldn't desire to be the best at whatever cost. Jesus calls us to be humble and seek meekness.
Why do we desire to be "the best of the best"?
Where in your life do you think like Cain?
How can you compete with humbleness? Tell someone close to you about your goal of "humbleness" so they can encourage and hold you accountable.
Pray that Jesus helps you to be humble and let others spur you to grow in the man/woman Jesus has called you to be. Spend time listening to God- he might reveal areas in your life that you need more humbleness.
Additional reading: Matthew 5:1-12