Driving Home Point

Week of March 9, 2008

This week children learn what amazing things do they think Jesus can do in thier life? Through the miracle of raising Lazarus from death, Jesus showed that He can trasform us. He can bring us back from hopelessness and despair. Thank you, Jesus!

Bible Point: Jesus give us hope of eternal life.

Bible Story: Jeuss Raises Lazarus from the Death (John 11:1-45)

Key Verse: Jesus said to her, 'I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live, even through he dies.' (John 11:25)



PRESCHOOL Play and Pray

Walk in a local park or around your neighborhood with your preschooler. As you walk, remind your child about the story of Lazarus. At the park, point out the bare or newly budding trees and flowers. Explain that every fall these trees and flowers seem to die, then they come back to life in the spring. Explain that Jesus showed us the way to come back to life after we die. Thanks for teaching your child this important lesson!



ELEMENTARY Truths

Celebrate the coming spring by planting flowers or a new tree with your elementary-age child. Talk about how Jesus brought Lazarus back from the dead. Ask your child how he or she thinks the planting activity is like or unlike what Jesus did. Then say a prayer, asking Jesus to watch over your new tree or flower and to help it grow.



Time with TEENAGERS

Look for a way to get into your teenager's world this week, perhaps by listening to a favorite recording artist, talking about a favorite activity, or playing a board game. Ask your teenager about his or her hopes for the future. Then talk about how day-to-day hopes compare with the hope we have in Jesus.