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Listen to God: Read John 9:1-17
John 9 introduces us to a man society had written off as hopeless. His tragic physical
disability had made him unproductive and unimportant in the eyes of his peers. God,
however, had a different plan for his life—one that would dramatically change him and
forever write his story into the fabric of history. Discuss with your family what it might
have been like to be there that day when this man was healed. What are some things
people might have said or done to spread the news.
Talk to God
It’s easy to see from this passage that the light of Christ can shine
through anyone’s life, even those whom society has written off as
hopeless. In fact, it can even shine through each member of your family.
Pray together and ask the Lord to help your family shine for Him in many
ways—individually and as a family unit.
Walk With God
Option 1: Gather your family in a dark room where only one candle is lit or one flashlight or a
small lamp is on. Ask your family this question: How much light does it take to change the
atmosphere of a dark room? (If fear is not an issue, consider leaving the room dark until you
ask the question and get some answers.) It’s amazing how much one small light can change
the atmosphere of the entire dark room. A small amount of some things can make a big
difference. Let’s name some things of which a small amount will go a long way. (Answers might
include dish soap, salt, poison, medicines, etc.) We don’t need to worry that our contribution for
the Lord won’t be enough or make a difference. It’s amazing what He can do with just a little bit. Let your light
shine!
Option 2: Gather various colors of tissue paper, black construction paper, a pencil, and tape to make a stained
glass window together. Allow family members to draw a shape (a cross, candle, or some other object) on to the
black paper and cut it out. Encourage family members to tear the tissue paper into pieces and tape them over
the back of the cut out section. Write John 9:5 around the border of the picture. When finished, hang the picture
in front of a window and use it as a reminder to share God’s story with others this week. Consider making one
together or allow each family member to make his or her own.