Sheepherding was common in the Palestine of Jesus’ day. Shepherds were regarded with disdain and suspicion. They roamed the countryside, sometimes grazing their sheep on other people’s land. The occupation … Bible Background – Week 20
Daily Lectionary The daily Bible readings expound further on the Sunday readings, with the Thursday through Saturday readings preparing for the upcoming Sunday readings and the Monday through Wednesday readings … Daily Lectionary – Monday, January 31-Sunday, February 6
Daily Lectionary The daily Bible readings expound further on the Sunday readings, with the Thursday through Saturday readings preparing for the upcoming Sunday readings and the Monday through Wednesday readings … Daily Lectionary – Monday, January 24-Sunday, January 30
-Jesus called the disciples to do something different with their skills and lives. What has God asked you to do in a different way than before? -Talk about times when … Family Activities – Week 18
Jesus was a rabbi, a teacher. It was typical for a rabbi to have followers. These disciples, or students, might be referred to as a school. Jesus’ followers were not … Bible Background – Week 18
-Remind your family it is God’s Word and the water at baptism that welcomes us into God’s family. A candle is given at baptism to help remind us to shine … Week 17 – Family Activities
Baptism, a rite of repentance, cleansing, and new life, predates Christianity. Some Jewish groups practiced baptism. John the Baptist was Jesus’ forerunner who proclaimed that the reign of God was … Week 17 – Bible Background
God used a star to guide the Wise Men to Jesus. What people or events has God used to guide you to Jesus? God puts people and events in our … Family Activities – Week 16
Herod was a Jewish ruler beholden to Rome whose imperial forces occupied Jesus’ homeland. Under Herod’s leadership, Roman troops had conquered Palestine in 37 B.C. with the siege of Jerusalem. … Bible Background – Week 16
-Read the story of the birth of Jesus from the Bible, a Children’s Bible, or other book that tells the story. Sing Christmas hymns together. Enjoy time with family and … Family Activities – Week 15
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