Big Idea: Paul was able to share the story of how Jesus changed his life because He knew Jesus as a friend and Saviour.

Bible Passage: 24:22-27, 25:1-14, 26:24-32

This week the kids learned more about Paul. Paul was still under arrest for preaching the gospel of Jesus. He had the chance to speak to leaders- govenors, kings and queens, and every time, Paul stood and shared the story of how Jesus saved him.

We talked about how Paul was able to be courageous to share the gospel of Jesus despite the danger because He didn't just know about Jesus, but knew Him personally and shared the story of how Jesus changed his own life. He loved Jesus as his Saviour and friend. 

Family Activity

We talked about the difference between knowing lots about Jesus, and knowing Jesus personally ourselves. We made a book at Kidzone this week to talk about some of the ways we can get to know Jesus as a friend so that we can share about Him and what He has done for each of us, personally. 

Here are some helpful ways to help your kids know Jesus that we put in our books:

  • Imagine Him. Ask kids, what do you think Jesus looks, smells and sounds like? What would his heartbeat sound like if you laid your head on His chest?
  • Talk to Him. Choose an unfamiliar place in your home and talk to Jesus there together. You can talk to Jesus anywhere, about anything.
  • Read about Him. Read together and encourage children to read parts of the Bible alone and write questions down they may have.
  • Tell Him you love him! Sing songs of praise together in the car and say, "I love you Jesus!" Whisper it together too and remind children we don't need to speak loud for God to hear us, He hears even our whispered prayers
  • Look for Him. Ask children, "where can you see Jesus today?" and let them describe where they might see Jesus at work in their world. It could be in nature – the sky, the wind, or the sound of the birds, or during conversations with others.

Remind children that Jesus wants us to know Him too, and when we ask He loves to show us more of Himself. Read Matthew 7:7 together.