APPLE JACKS
LESSON SNAPSHOT BOTTOM LINE: God wants us to grow closer to Jesus. OBJECTIVE: Kids will learn the importance of growing closer to Jesus. KEY PASSAGE: Matthew 14:22-33, Jesus and Peter Walk on Water MEMORY VERSE: “Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him.” -Psalm 34:8 (NIV) SUMMARY: This cereal brings together the flavors of apple and cinnamon in a perfect pairing. Kids will learn that when we partner up with Jesus, there is nothing we can’t do. SIMPLE PRAYER: Dear God, Help us to grow closer to Jesus so we can live a life that pleases you. In Jesus’ name, Amen
CEREAL: APPLE JACKS
MEMORY VERSE “Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him.” -Psalm 34:8 (NIV) “Taste and see that the Lord is good. Blessed is the person who goes to him for safety.” - Psalm 34:8 (NIrV) LARGE GROUP: Divide the room between girls and boys. Have the girls and boys read the verse aloud together, alternating every other word, so girls say the first word, boys say the second word, girls the third, etc. SMALL GROUP: Have the kids create a picture puzzle that spells out the memory verse. Write the memory verse on a piece of paper. Give the kids 3-5 minutes to decorate the page with something that reminds them of the memory verse. Then cut the page into puzzle pieces, mix the pieces up, and let the kids put the puzzle back together.
CEREAL: APPLE JACKS
SKIT PERFECT COMBINATION ITEMS NEEDED: A table, a box of Apple Jacks CHARACTER BREAKDOWN: 2M/1F CHARACTERS: Mel- A cereal salesman Frank and Dana- Married couple Mel is on stage with the table. MEL: Hi, I’m Mel from Mel’s Cereal Palace. You know, we don’t just sell cereal here at the palace. We solve problems. We help people like you find healthy options for breakfast. We help you find quick, fun, and easy ways to start your day. But we do a lot more than just sell cereal. We also solve problems. Why just the other day, I— Frank and Dana enter. FRANK: This isn’t going to work! DANA: It is going to work. He solved Stu and Helen’s problems. He can solve ours. MEL: Hi there, folks. I’m in the middle of a commercial right now. DANA: Oh good. Then you can do for us what you did for that other couple you talked about on TV. MEL: You mean the couple that couldn’t decide on a cereal? DANA: I want something with cinnamon, but that’s not good enough for Frank here.
CEREAL: APPLE JACKS
SKIT FRANK: Look, I have nothing against cinnamon. I just prefer apples. MEL: So you like cinnamon. DANA: Yes. MEL: And you like apples? FRANK: Apples is my middle name. Frank Apples Whippleman. My mom was slightly crazy. MEL: You’re both in luck, because I have a cereal right here that combines apples and cinnamon. DANA: Apple Jacks? Isn’t that a kids’ cereal? MEL: Maybe. Maybe not. All I know is it’s a cereal that combines apples and cinnamon. FRANK: Really? That sounds pretty good! MEL: Oh it is, sir. One of the best sellers in my store. FRANK: What do you say, Dana? Apples and cinnamon are pretty good together. DANA: I don’t know. I love cinnamon so much. MEL: I understand, ma’am. But remember, sometimes it’s a second flavor that brings out the best in the first. Like chocolate and peanut butter. Or ketchup and mustard. (in his inspired voice) Like you and Jesus. When you have a close walk with Jesus, everything is better. You have life more abundant than you ever imagined. DANA: Really? I can have abundant life if I eat this cereal? MEL: No, that only comes from Jesus, but you can have the flavor you enjoy. FRANK: And the one I can’t live without. Just like you and me. DANA: Oh, Frankie! FRANKIE: Oh, Dana. MEL: Ah, another perfect match. It happens every day at Mel’s Cereal Palace.
CEREAL: APPLE JACKS
SKIT FRANK: Now if only he had another cereal to satisfy my love of raisins and her love for bran flakes. MEL: If I think of one, I’ll let you know. This way to the register, folks! Mel, Frank, and Dana exit.
CEREAL: APPLE JACKS
OBJECT LESSON OR KIDS SERMON ITEMS NEEDED: Raisin Bran, Reese’s Cereal We’re talking about Apple Jacks today because Apple Jacks is part of a select group of cereals that combines two different flavors. There are plenty of single flavor cereals Cocoa Puffs, Corn Flakes, Honey Comb, Golden Puffs. But there are other cereals that take two or more tastes and bring them together. One of the oldest brands still going is Raisin Bran. Raisin Bran took the goodness of bran flakes and combined it with the sweet taste and good nutrition of raisins. More recently, someone got the bright idea to make a cereal out of one of the best candies, a candy that combines the flavors chocolate and peanut butter. Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups is now a best selling cereal. Of course if you can’t find it, you can always grab a box of Cocoa Puffs and mix it with Peanut Butter Crunch! In each one of these cereals, two flavors come together to be something greater than they were as individuals. The raisins make the bran taste better. And chocolate and peanut butter are always a perfect match. When we invite Jesus into our lives, we become something greater than we are alone. We begin a relationship with the God who made us and died for us. As we grow in our faith and get to know Jesus better, we become something better than we ever would be on our own. We become a person who loves like Jesus. We discover God’s plan for our lives. We become all God ever wanted us to be. God wants to make you into something better. That all starts when you invite Jesus into your heart. If you haven’t begun that walk, start today. Let Jesus in, and let the transformation begin!
CEREAL: APPLE JACKS
LARGE GROUP GAME APPLE PYRAMID ITEMS NEEDED: Six apples INSTRUCTIONS: Choose one player for this game. The player will have 60 seconds to stack the 6 apples into a pyramid - three on the bottom, two in the middle, one on top. If they can complete the pyramid before time expires, they win a prize. VARIATION: You can also make this a game to stack apples one on top of another in a tower. WHAT’S THE POINT? Apple Jacks combines apples with cinnamon. When we combine our lives with Jesus, we become something greater than we are alone.
CEREAL: APPLE JACKS
LARGE GROUP LESSON BOTTOM LINE: God wants us to grow closer to Jesus. OBJECTIVE: Kids will learn the importance of growing closer to Jesus. KEY PASSAGE: Matthew 14:22-33, Jesus and Peter Walk on Water INTRO How many of you here like a boring breakfast? You know, a breakfast with one flavor and not a lot of variety? A lot of people prefer a plain, boring breakfast like a piece of dry toast. Some people like oatmeal, or grits, or Cream of Wheat. They keep it simple, and they like it that way, and they have no desire to change. Other people like some flavor at the breakfast table. These are the people who like to mix and match and try different things. These are the people who add cheese to their eggs. They like bacon, eggs, and sausage on their biscuits. They put raisins in their oatmeal and strawberries in their Cheerios. When it comes to cereal, there are many single taste flavors to pick, from Cocoa Puffs to Cheerios. But there are a number of brands that give you more than one flavor. Today’s cereal is one of the most beloved combination flavors because it mixes two very popular flavors: apples and cinnamon. Apple Jacks has gone through many variations over the years. Sometimes it’s hoops, sometimes it’s a variety of shapes. Sometimes it’s reddish in color, and sometimes it’s a mix of red and green. Through it all, Apple Jacks stayed a favorite of kids and adults for its delicious mix of apple and cinnamon flavors. Apple Jacks are a good reminder that when we combine our lives with Jesus, we become something new. We are no longer kids, but followers of Christ.
CEREAL: APPLE JACKS
LARGE GROUP LESSON We become his disciples, and God can use us to spread his love to others. No one understood how Jesus could transform a life better than Peter. In today’s story, Peter gets just a small taste of how God can transform his life. READ MATTHEW 14:22-33 MAIN POINT Peter was one of the first men to leave his life behind and follow Jesus. He loved Jesus, and he would have done anything for him. Here in this story, Peter makes his first real leap of faith. He believes that if Jesus walks on water, he can walk on water too. Look what happens! Peter steps out on the water, and he begins to walk to Jesus. He keeps his eyes on Jesus, and he does something amazing. Following Jesus is a life changing decision. Just like Peter, we will get to know Jesus. We will be able to do incredible things. And if we keep our eyes on Jesus, he will make us successful in everything we do! DRIVE IT HOME Peter walking on the water was a true miracle, but what happened when Peter took his eyes off of Jesus? He began to sink! Jesus moved quickly to catch him, but he chastised Peter for doubting and taking his eyes off of Jesus. When we choose to follow Jesus, we need to renew that commitment every day. We need to stay focused on Christ. We need to give our day to him in the morning and every other time we stop to pray during the day. We need to spend time reading God’s word and doing Bible study. The more we know the Bible, the more we know Jesus. The more we know Jesus, the more we will become like him! Jesus has a plan for every one of us. He knows we are sinners and that we are selfish, but if we follow Jesus, he will teach us to be different. We will be peacemakers, not people who argue and quarrel with others. We will look for opportunities to help others, and when we see someone in need, we will be there to help out. With Jesus by our side, we become someone greater than we are on our own. We become Jesus’ hands and feet. If you’ve never invited Jesus into your heart, talk to your parents or a small group leader today. You and Jesus can become a force for good in your home, in your school, everywhere you go. CLOSE WITH A SIMPLE PRAYER Dear God, Help us to grow closer to Jesus so we can live a life that pleases you. In Jesus’ name, Amen
CEREAL: APPLE JACKS
SMALL GROUP DISCUSSION (K-2ND) ICEBREAKER What’s your favorite combination of two flavors? MEMORY VERSE ACTIVITY Psalm 34:8 Have the kids create a picture puzzle that spells out the memory verse. Write the memory verse on a piece of paper. Give the kids 3-5 minutes to decorate the page with something that reminds them of the memory verse. Then cut the page into puzzle pieces, mix the pieces up, and let the kids put the puzzle back together. SMALL GROUP GAME/ACTIVITY Have everyone pair up with someone. Have them introduce themselves, and ask questions until they find something in common with each other. Then share that common thing with everyone else in your group! DISCUSSION QUESTIONS Read Matthew 14:22-33 Where were the disciples when the storm hit? How did Jesus get to the disciples? What did Peter ask Jesus? How was Peter able to walk on the water? What are some things we can do to learn more about Jesus? SIMPLE PRAYER Dear God, Thank you for Jesus, and all you have done for us. Please help us to become more like you in the way we live each day. In Jesus’ name, Amen
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SMALL GROUP DISCUSSION (3-5TH) ICEBREAKER What’s your favorite combination of two flavors? MEMORY VERSE ACTIVITY Psalm 34:8 Have the kids create a picture puzzle that spells out the memory verse. Write the memory verse on a piece of paper. Give the kids 3-5 minutes to decorate the page with something that reminds them of the memory verse. Then cut the page into puzzle pieces, mix the pieces up, and let the kids put the puzzle back together. SMALL GROUP GAME/ACTIVITY Have everyone pair up with someone. Have them introduce themselves, and ask questions until they find something in common with each other. Then share that common thing with everyone else in your group! DISCUSSION QUESTIONS Read Matthew 14:22-33 What did Peter ask Jesus? How was Peter able to walk on the water? What happened when Peter took his eyes off of Jesus? What are some things we can do to learn more about Jesus? If you knew Jesus would help you, what would you ask him for? SIMPLE PRAYER Dear God, Thank you for Jesus, and all you have done for us. Please help us to become more like you in the way we live each day. In Jesus’ name, Amen
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POWERPOINT REVIEW GAME True or False. Jesus was in the boat when the storm hit. FALSE Peter didn’t ask before he tried to walk on the water. FALSE Peter only sank when he took his eyes off Jesus. TRUE Prayer and Bible study are two ways we can learn more about God. TRUE The more we get to know Jesus, the more we will be like him. TRUE
CEREAL: APPLE JACKS
5 Simple Ways You Can Make This Lesson Stick With Your Kids
THIS WEEK’S LESSON: APPLE JACKS IN THE CAR: Ask your child what they learned about this week on the drive home: This cereal brings together the flavors of apple and cinnamon in a perfect pairing. Kids will learn that when we partner up with Jesus, there is nothing we can’t do. Matthew 14:22-33, Jesus and Peter Walk on Water HANGING OUT: Make this week’s lesson real: Do something as a family around the house or outside the house that requires teamwork. Talk with your kids about how a family can be something greater than the sum of its parts, and talk about how we can become something greater when we have a relationship with Christ. AT DINNER: Here are some great discussion starters: - What did Peter ask Jesus when he saw him walking on water? - How was Peter able to walk on the water? - How can we get to know Jesus? AT BEDTIME: Quiz your child on this week’s memory verse: “Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him.” -Psalm 34:8 (NIV) PARENT TIME: What you need to know: A relationship with Jesus is the greatest gift you can give your kids. Encourage them to rely on God on good days and bad. Encourage them to enter into a relationship that will carry on for eternity.
CEREAL: APPLE JACKS
“Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him.” -Psalm 34:8 (NIV)
“Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him.” -Psalm 34:8 (NIV)
“Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him.” -Psalm 34:8 (NIV)
“Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him.” -Psalm 34:8 (NIV)
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CRAFT ACTIVITY Have the kids draw or color a picture of Peter walking on the water to Jesus.
CEREAL: APPLE JACKS
CEREAL: APPLE JACKS
MEMORY VERSE “Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him.” -Psalm 34:8 (NIV) “Taste and see that the Lord is good. Blessed is the person who goes to him for safety.” - Psalm 34:8 (NIrV) LARGE GROUP: Divide the room between girls and boys. Have the girls and boys read the verse aloud together, alternating every other word, so girls say the first word, boys say the second word, girls the third, etc. SMALL GROUP: Have the kids create a picture puzzle that spells out the memory verse. Write the memory verse on a piece of paper. Give the kids 3-5 minutes to decorate the page with something that reminds them of the memory verse. Then cut the page into puzzle pieces, mix the pieces up, and let the kids put the puzzle back together.
CEREAL: APPLE JACKS
SKIT PERFECT COMBINATION ITEMS NEEDED: A table, a box of Apple Jacks CHARACTER BREAKDOWN: 2M/1F CHARACTERS: Mel- A cereal salesman Frank and Dana- Married couple Mel is on stage with the table. MEL: Hi, I’m Mel from Mel’s Cereal Palace. You know, we don’t just sell cereal here at the palace. We solve problems. We help people like you find healthy options for breakfast. We help you find quick, fun, and easy ways to start your day. But we do a lot more than just sell cereal. We also solve problems. Why just the other day, I— Frank and Dana enter. FRANK: This isn’t going to work! DANA: It is going to work. He solved Stu and Helen’s problems. He can solve ours. MEL: Hi there, folks. I’m in the middle of a commercial right now. DANA: Oh good. Then you can do for us what you did for that other couple you talked about on TV. MEL: You mean the couple that couldn’t decide on a cereal? DANA: I want something with cinnamon, but that’s not good enough for Frank here.
CEREAL: APPLE JACKS
SKIT FRANK: Look, I have nothing against cinnamon. I just prefer apples. MEL: So you like cinnamon. DANA: Yes. MEL: And you like apples? FRANK: Apples is my middle name. Frank Apples Whippleman. My mom was slightly crazy. MEL: You’re both in luck, because I have a cereal right here that combines apples and cinnamon. DANA: Apple Jacks? Isn’t that a kids’ cereal? MEL: Maybe. Maybe not. All I know is it’s a cereal that combines apples and cinnamon. FRANK: Really? That sounds pretty good! MEL: Oh it is, sir. One of the best sellers in my store. FRANK: What do you say, Dana? Apples and cinnamon are pretty good together. DANA: I don’t know. I love cinnamon so much. MEL: I understand, ma’am. But remember, sometimes it’s a second flavor that brings out the best in the first. Like chocolate and peanut butter. Or ketchup and mustard. (in his inspired voice) Like you and Jesus. When you have a close walk with Jesus, everything is better. You have life more abundant than you ever imagined. DANA: Really? I can have abundant life if I eat this cereal? MEL: No, that only comes from Jesus, but you can have the flavor you enjoy. FRANK: And the one I can’t live without. Just like you and me. DANA: Oh, Frankie! FRANKIE: Oh, Dana. MEL: Ah, another perfect match. It happens every day at Mel’s Cereal Palace.
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SKIT FRANK: Now if only he had another cereal to satisfy my love of raisins and her love for bran flakes. MEL: If I think of one, I’ll let you know. This way to the register, folks! Mel, Frank, and Dana exit.
CEREAL: APPLE JACKS
OBJECT LESSON OR KIDS SERMON ITEMS NEEDED: Raisin Bran, Reese’s Cereal We’re talking about Apple Jacks today because Apple Jacks is part of a select group of cereals that combines two different flavors. There are plenty of single flavor cereals Cocoa Puffs, Corn Flakes, Honey Comb, Golden Puffs. But there are other cereals that take two or more tastes and bring them together. One of the oldest brands still going is Raisin Bran. Raisin Bran took the goodness of bran flakes and combined it with the sweet taste and good nutrition of raisins. More recently, someone got the bright idea to make a cereal out of one of the best candies, a candy that combines the flavors chocolate and peanut butter. Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups is now a best selling cereal. Of course if you can’t find it, you can always grab a box of Cocoa Puffs and mix it with Peanut Butter Crunch! In each one of these cereals, two flavors come together to be something greater than they were as individuals. The raisins make the bran taste better. And chocolate and peanut butter are always a perfect match. When we invite Jesus into our lives, we become something greater than we are alone. We begin a relationship with the God who made us and died for us. As we grow in our faith and get to know Jesus better, we become something better than we ever would be on our own. We become a person who loves like Jesus. We discover God’s plan for our lives. We become all God ever wanted us to be. God wants to make you into something better. That all starts when you invite Jesus into your heart. If you haven’t begun that walk, start today. Let Jesus in, and let the transformation begin!
CEREAL: APPLE JACKS
LARGE GROUP GAME APPLE PYRAMID ITEMS NEEDED: Six apples INSTRUCTIONS: Choose one player for this game. The player will have 60 seconds to stack the 6 apples into a pyramid - three on the bottom, two in the middle, one on top. If they can complete the pyramid before time expires, they win a prize. VARIATION: You can also make this a game to stack apples one on top of another in a tower. WHAT’S THE POINT? Apple Jacks combines apples with cinnamon. When we combine our lives with Jesus, we become something greater than we are alone.
CEREAL: APPLE JACKS
LARGE GROUP LESSON BOTTOM LINE: God wants us to grow closer to Jesus. OBJECTIVE: Kids will learn the importance of growing closer to Jesus. KEY PASSAGE: Matthew 14:22-33, Jesus and Peter Walk on Water INTRO How many of you here like a boring breakfast? You know, a breakfast with one flavor and not a lot of variety? A lot of people prefer a plain, boring breakfast like a piece of dry toast. Some people like oatmeal, or grits, or Cream of Wheat. They keep it simple, and they like it that way, and they have no desire to change. Other people like some flavor at the breakfast table. These are the people who like to mix and match and try different things. These are the people who add cheese to their eggs. They like bacon, eggs, and sausage on their biscuits. They put raisins in their oatmeal and strawberries in their Cheerios. When it comes to cereal, there are many single taste flavors to pick, from Cocoa Puffs to Cheerios. But there are a number of brands that give you more than one flavor. Today’s cereal is one of the most beloved combination flavors because it mixes two very popular flavors: apples and cinnamon. Apple Jacks has gone through many variations over the years. Sometimes it’s hoops, sometimes it’s a variety of shapes. Sometimes it’s reddish in color, and sometimes it’s a mix of red and green. Through it all, Apple Jacks stayed a favorite of kids and adults for its delicious mix of apple and cinnamon flavors. Apple Jacks are a good reminder that when we combine our lives with Jesus, we become something new. We are no longer kids, but followers of Christ.
CEREAL: APPLE JACKS
LARGE GROUP LESSON We become his disciples, and God can use us to spread his love to others. No one understood how Jesus could transform a life better than Peter. In today’s story, Peter gets just a small taste of how God can transform his life. READ MATTHEW 14:22-33 MAIN POINT Peter was one of the first men to leave his life behind and follow Jesus. He loved Jesus, and he would have done anything for him. Here in this story, Peter makes his first real leap of faith. He believes that if Jesus walks on water, he can walk on water too. Look what happens! Peter steps out on the water, and he begins to walk to Jesus. He keeps his eyes on Jesus, and he does something amazing. Following Jesus is a life changing decision. Just like Peter, we will get to know Jesus. We will be able to do incredible things. And if we keep our eyes on Jesus, he will make us successful in everything we do! DRIVE IT HOME Peter walking on the water was a true miracle, but what happened when Peter took his eyes off of Jesus? He began to sink! Jesus moved quickly to catch him, but he chastised Peter for doubting and taking his eyes off of Jesus. When we choose to follow Jesus, we need to renew that commitment every day. We need to stay focused on Christ. We need to give our day to him in the morning and every other time we stop to pray during the day. We need to spend time reading God’s word and doing Bible study. The more we know the Bible, the more we know Jesus. The more we know Jesus, the more we will become like him! Jesus has a plan for every one of us. He knows we are sinners and that we are selfish, but if we follow Jesus, he will teach us to be different. We will be peacemakers, not people who argue and quarrel with others. We will look for opportunities to help others, and when we see someone in need, we will be there to help out. With Jesus by our side, we become someone greater than we are on our own. We become Jesus’ hands and feet. If you’ve never invited Jesus into your heart, talk to your parents or a small group leader today. You and Jesus can become a force for good in your home, in your school, everywhere you go. CLOSE WITH A SIMPLE PRAYER Dear God, Help us to grow closer to Jesus so we can live a life that pleases you. In Jesus’ name, Amen
CEREAL: APPLE JACKS
SMALL GROUP DISCUSSION (K-2ND) ICEBREAKER What’s your favorite combination of two flavors? MEMORY VERSE ACTIVITY Psalm 34:8 Have the kids create a picture puzzle that spells out the memory verse. Write the memory verse on a piece of paper. Give the kids 3-5 minutes to decorate the page with something that reminds them of the memory verse. Then cut the page into puzzle pieces, mix the pieces up, and let the kids put the puzzle back together. SMALL GROUP GAME/ACTIVITY Have everyone pair up with someone. Have them introduce themselves, and ask questions until they find something in common with each other. Then share that common thing with everyone else in your group! DISCUSSION QUESTIONS Read Matthew 14:22-33 Where were the disciples when the storm hit? How did Jesus get to the disciples? What did Peter ask Jesus? How was Peter able to walk on the water? What are some things we can do to learn more about Jesus? SIMPLE PRAYER Dear God, Thank you for Jesus, and all you have done for us. Please help us to become more like you in the way we live each day. In Jesus’ name, Amen
CEREAL: APPLE JACKS
SMALL GROUP DISCUSSION (3-5TH) ICEBREAKER What’s your favorite combination of two flavors? MEMORY VERSE ACTIVITY Psalm 34:8 Have the kids create a picture puzzle that spells out the memory verse. Write the memory verse on a piece of paper. Give the kids 3-5 minutes to decorate the page with something that reminds them of the memory verse. Then cut the page into puzzle pieces, mix the pieces up, and let the kids put the puzzle back together. SMALL GROUP GAME/ACTIVITY Have everyone pair up with someone. Have them introduce themselves, and ask questions until they find something in common with each other. Then share that common thing with everyone else in your group! DISCUSSION QUESTIONS Read Matthew 14:22-33 What did Peter ask Jesus? How was Peter able to walk on the water? What happened when Peter took his eyes off of Jesus? What are some things we can do to learn more about Jesus? If you knew Jesus would help you, what would you ask him for? SIMPLE PRAYER Dear God, Thank you for Jesus, and all you have done for us. Please help us to become more like you in the way we live each day. In Jesus’ name, Amen
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POWERPOINT REVIEW GAME True or False. Jesus was in the boat when the storm hit. FALSE Peter didn’t ask before he tried to walk on the water. FALSE Peter only sank when he took his eyes off Jesus. TRUE Prayer and Bible study are two ways we can learn more about God. TRUE The more we get to know Jesus, the more we will be like him. TRUE
CEREAL: APPLE JACKS
5 Simple Ways You Can Make This Lesson Stick With Your Kids
THIS WEEK’S LESSON: APPLE JACKS IN THE CAR: Ask your child what they learned about this week on the drive home: This cereal brings together the flavors of apple and cinnamon in a perfect pairing. Kids will learn that when we partner up with Jesus, there is nothing we can’t do. Matthew 14:22-33, Jesus and Peter Walk on Water HANGING OUT: Make this week’s lesson real: Do something as a family around the house or outside the house that requires teamwork. Talk with your kids about how a family can be something greater than the sum of its parts, and talk about how we can become something greater when we have a relationship with Christ. AT DINNER: Here are some great discussion starters: - What did Peter ask Jesus when he saw him walking on water? - How was Peter able to walk on the water? - How can we get to know Jesus? AT BEDTIME: Quiz your child on this week’s memory verse: “Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him.” -Psalm 34:8 (NIV) PARENT TIME: What you need to know: A relationship with Jesus is the greatest gift you can give your kids. Encourage them to rely on God on good days and bad. Encourage them to enter into a relationship that will carry on for eternity.
CEREAL: APPLE JACKS
“Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him.” -Psalm 34:8 (NIV)
“Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him.” -Psalm 34:8 (NIV)
“Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him.” -Psalm 34:8 (NIV)
“Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him.” -Psalm 34:8 (NIV)
CUT ON DASHED LINE
CRAFT ACTIVITY Have the kids draw or color a picture of Peter walking on the water to Jesus.
CEREAL: APPLE JACKS
