Listen to God: Read Numbers 20:2-13; Deuteronomy 3:23-29
These passages describe a very serious mistake made by Moses as he led the children of Israel.
Moses was generally a good leader, but at one critical point in his life he carelessly lost
his temper. The event resulted in God’s judgment for him, and an important lesson about
obedience for us. Lead your family in a discussion about what this meant for Moses.
Talk to God
The manner in which we try to bring blessings to others may be just as important
as anything else. God wanted to bless Israel through Moses’ speaking
to the rock, but Moses chose to strike it. It’s important to understand that
almost obeying is still disobedience. Have a time of silent prayer with your
family. Encourage family members to identify things they may need to confess
to God as well as asking Him for courage to be completely obedient
Walk With God
Option 1: As you’re driving with the family, ask them to name traffic laws and the reasons
behind them, if they know them. Encourage every family member to name at least one. Depending
on the age of your children, it might be necessary to choose a different set of laws/
rules to discuss.
These rules we’ve talked about are important. If we chose not to follow them, it could be very bad
for us. God has provided many rules for us to follow as well. We need to be careful to follow them completely.
Remember that partial obedience is the same as disobedience.
Option 2: Choose a multi-part task like following a recipe for chocolate chip cookies. Gather all the ingredients
and follow all the steps except adding the chocolate chips. Bake some of the cookies like that, but add chocolate
chips to the rest of the dough to complete the steps. Put the cookies without the chips on a plate and
announce to the family that you are serving some chocolate chip cookies. Wait for the surprised looks and
inevitable comments regarding the lack of chocolate chips. Say, Well, I followed ever other step of the recipe
perfectly. I only left out one thing. Allow the family members to comment on your mistake before bringing
out the cookies that contain the chips. Lead your family in a discussion about complete obedience and the
difference it made for Moses. Encourage them to strive for obedience in every area of their lives this week.
Week 11
February 12, 2012
D6 Family Theme: Obedience
The Point: God expects His people to obey His commands.
The one page for every age
Early Elementary
Today your student learned about the importance of total obedience and
the consequences of sin. When the Israelites began complaining again
about the lack of water, God gave Moses instructions on what to do.
However, Moses obeyed the fi rst and second part of God’s instructions, but
disobeyed on the last part. God told him he was not allowed to enter the
Promised Land as the consequence for his disobedience. Help your student
learn the seventh and eighth commandments.
Upper Elementary
Today your student learned about the importance of total obedience
through the example of Moses’ partial obedience. God gave Moses
instructions on how to provide water for the Israelites. However, Moses’
only obeyed the first and second part of God’s instructions and disobeyed
the last part. The consequence for his disobedience was that Moses was
not allowed to enter the Promised Land.
SPLINK! (Simple ways to link families together!)
Valentine's Day Treasure Hunt
Items Needed: clues (below)
Treat—candy, cookies, or small prizes
Celebrate Valentine's Day with a treasure hunt.
Print the clues below (or make up your own) and hide them all, except the first one. Give the kids the first clue to start the hunt. Wrap a small gift for each child or put a box filled with goodies for them to find at the end. (You may have to adapt these a little for your house.)
Clue 1: Look on the bookcase to find what you must do.
If you do this, you will get your next clue.
Clue 2: Say “I love you” three times as quickly as can be;
Then look behind the TV if your clue you want to see.
Clue 3: Roses are red, violets are blue;
Go to the guest room to find your next clue.
Clue 4: Kiss each person on the forehead.
Then go look under your parent’s bed.
Clue 5: I wonder where the next clue will hide;
Maybe in the place where the clothes are dried.
Clue 6: Say something nice to each person in the
room.
Then go to the place where we keep the broom.
Clue 7: Good things come to those who look;
A clue can be found in a favorite book.
Clue 8: Concerning clues, if you want to find more.
Go to your dresser and count down four.
Clue 9: Turn around now and give each person a hug;
Then go to the bathroom and look under the rug.
Clue 10: If you want to find Clue Number 10,
Look in the room where people come in.
Clue 11: This hunt is fun; we think it’s really neat.
Look on the bottom of what you put on your feet.
Clue 12: You’re close to the treasure, you’re almost a
winner.
Look under the table where we eat dinner.
Clue 13: Unlock the door and go down the stair.
There’s a treasure hidden to show that we care.
When you obeyed what the clue said, you eventually found a treat! It is always good to obey!
What Makes You Feel Loved?
Ask:
What makes you feel loved?
(Listen carefully and you may get good insight to your child's heart.)
Read John 14:15 (If you love me, you will keep my commandments.)
When we love God, we obey His commandments; we do what He has told us to do.
First John 3:23 says that we should love one another. How? We should love with good deeds and truth . . . not just with words (1 John 3:18).
Draw names (keeping it a secret) and do something for the person whose name you drew that would make him or her feel loved.
Ten Commandments Memory Game
Keep reviewing the Ten Commandments.
Play the memory game sent home by the kids. If you don't have the game, write each commandment twice (with a pencil so it won't show through on other side). Write them on red paper hearts if you want to be festive! Turn them all over, scramble them up, and take turns choosing two to see if you can find a match. The one with the most matches wins!
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