Sunday Mornings in January
Kids' Konnection and Preschool Praisers are going through . . .
A SERIES FROM THE GOSPELS ON HOW JESUS IS LORD OF ALL
Like a good science experiment, Jesus is truly extraordinary—nothing and no one compares to Him! His words, miracles, and compassion set Him apart from everyone else. And Jesus isn’t just extraordinary in what He does—He invites us into an extraordinary relationship with Him; one filled with purpose, power, hope, and love that goes beyond anything we’ve ever known. This month, kids will learn that Jesus is Lord of all—over rules, nature, people, and even time itself. Jesus prioritized people over societal expectations, met earthly needs, and broke through household tasks to draw people towards Himself. Alongside His humanity, Jesus also revealed His true divine nature on the mountaintop proving that we can trust Him as our Saviour and Lord!
Conversation Starters
To help families talk about God's Big Story
FEB 1
God’s Big Story: Jesus Heals on the Sabbath (Matthew 12:1-14)
The Pharisees were outraged when Jesus healed a man on the Sabbath because it defied the strict rules they had put in place. Jesus revealed that He is Lord of all and taught that following rules isn’t enough to be right with God.
Preschool Big Question: Who has power over all things? Jesus does!
Elementary Bright Idea: Jesus is Lord of all.
Memory Verse: “At the name of Jesus every knee should bow . . . and every tongue declare that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father." - Philippians 4:10-11
*Need help navigating the tough topic of "FOLLOWING RULES" with your kids? Visit the Family Resources page!*
The Pharisees were outraged when Jesus healed a man on the Sabbath because it defied the strict rules they had put in place. Jesus revealed that He is Lord of all and taught that following rules isn’t enough to be right with God.
Preschool Big Question: Who has power over all things? Jesus does!
- Why were the religious leaders angry in today's Bible story?
- What did Jesus tell the leaders?
- Who is Lord of all?
Elementary Bright Idea: Jesus is Lord of all.
- What does it mean that Jesus is Lord?
- Will following the rules make us right with God?
- Jesus is Lord of all, so what does this mean for you? How is God inviting you to respond?
Memory Verse: “At the name of Jesus every knee should bow . . . and every tongue declare that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father." - Philippians 4:10-11
*Need help navigating the tough topic of "FOLLOWING RULES" with your kids? Visit the Family Resources page!*
FEB 8
God’s Big Story: The Feeding of the 5,000 (John 6:1-15)
Jesus fed a large crowd with only five loaves and two fish. Everyone ate their fill—with twelve baskets of leftovers remaining. Amazed by the miracle, the crowd recognized Jesus as the prophet they had been waiting for.
Preschool Big Question: Who has power over all things? Jesus does!
Elementary Bright Idea: Jesus provides for us.
Memory Verse: “At the name of Jesus every knee should bow . . . and every tongue declare that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father." - Philippians 4:10-11
*Need help navigating the tough topic of "POVERTY" with your kids? Visit the Family Resources page!*
Jesus fed a large crowd with only five loaves and two fish. Everyone ate their fill—with twelve baskets of leftovers remaining. Amazed by the miracle, the crowd recognized Jesus as the prophet they had been waiting for.
Preschool Big Question: Who has power over all things? Jesus does!
- Did the disciples think they could feed everyone in today's Bible story?
- How did Jesus show His power?
- Can we trust Jesus to provide for us?
Elementary Bright Idea: Jesus provides for us.
- How is Jesus able to provide?
- What can Jesus provide?
- Jesus provides for us, so what does this mean for you? How is God inviting you to respond?
Memory Verse: “At the name of Jesus every knee should bow . . . and every tongue declare that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father." - Philippians 4:10-11
*Need help navigating the tough topic of "POVERTY" with your kids? Visit the Family Resources page!*
FEB 15
God’s Big Story: The Transfiguration (Mark 9:2-13; Luke 9:28-36)
Jesus awoke the disciples by revealing His true glory on a mountaintop. Moses and Elijah appeared and spoke with Jesus about what was to come. The voice of God came down and declared Jesus was His Son.
Preschool Big Question: Who has power over all things? Jesus does!
Elementary Bright Idea: Jesus reveals God's glory.
Memory Verse: “At the name of Jesus every knee should bow . . . and every tongue declare that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father." - Philippians 4:10-11
*Need help navigating the tough topic of “SOCIAL MEDIA” with your kids? Visit the Family Resources page!*
Jesus awoke the disciples by revealing His true glory on a mountaintop. Moses and Elijah appeared and spoke with Jesus about what was to come. The voice of God came down and declared Jesus was His Son.
Preschool Big Question: Who has power over all things? Jesus does!
- How did Jesus' appearance change on the mountain in today's Bible story?
- What did the disciples see and hear?
- Whose glory did they see?
Elementary Bright Idea: Jesus reveals God's glory.
- What is God's glory?
- How can we respond to who Jesus is?
- Jesus reveals God's glory, so what does this mean for you? How is God inviting you to respond?
Memory Verse: “At the name of Jesus every knee should bow . . . and every tongue declare that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father." - Philippians 4:10-11
*Need help navigating the tough topic of “SOCIAL MEDIA” with your kids? Visit the Family Resources page!*
FEB 22
God’s Big Story: Mary and Martha (Luke 10:38-42)
Martha was busy with chores while Mary sat at Jesus’ feet. Martha became frustrated and asked Jesus to tell Mary to help her. Jesus told Martha that she was distracted by many things, but only one thing truly mattered—spending time with Him.
Preschool Big Question: Who has power over all things? Jesus does!
Elementary Bright Idea: Jesus wants a relationship with us.
Memory Verse: “At the name of Jesus every knee should bow . . . and every tongue declare that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father." - Philippians 4:10-11
*Need help navigating the tough topic of “BUSYNESS” with your kids? Visit the Family Resources page!*
Martha was busy with chores while Mary sat at Jesus’ feet. Martha became frustrated and asked Jesus to tell Mary to help her. Jesus told Martha that she was distracted by many things, but only one thing truly mattered—spending time with Him.
Preschool Big Question: Who has power over all things? Jesus does!
- What did Martha do when Jesus came to her house in today's Bible story? What did Mary do?
- What did Jesus say was most important?
- Why does Jesus want to spend time with us?
Elementary Bright Idea: Jesus wants a relationship with us.
- Why does Jesus care about people?
- How can we grow closer to Jesus?
- Jesus wants a relationship with us, so what does this mean for you? How is God inviting you to respond?
Memory Verse: “At the name of Jesus every knee should bow . . . and every tongue declare that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father." - Philippians 4:10-11
*Need help navigating the tough topic of “BUSYNESS” with your kids? Visit the Family Resources page!*