by Jill Tomey | Mar 30, 2025 | Faith Reflection
Barabbas Teaches Us About Forgiveness When the Jews brought Jesus to Pilot to be crucified, Pilot could find no guilt in him. When he offered to release him for the Passover Pardon, the crowd called for Barabbas to be released instead. Now put yourself in the cell...
by Jill Tomey | Mar 30, 2025 | Faith Activity
Prodigal Snacking Pick a treat that all family members enjoy and prepare two small bowls for each person. Read Luke 15:11-13. Make sure everyone knows what an inheritance is. Have each family member eat the snack in one of their bowls. Liken it to the son who spends...
by Jill Tomey | Feb 27, 2025 | Faith Reflection
Courage Prayer Dear Jesus, We praise you for your goodness and mercy and thank you for the example of Courage in your life. We remember how you boldly preached about how to love others. Help us to embrace our roles as your servants here on Earth and be all that we can...
by Jill Tomey | Feb 27, 2025 | Bible Verses
Courage Verses “This was according to the eternal purpose that he accomplished in Christ Jesus our Lord, in whom we have boldness of speech and confidence of access through faith in him. “ -Ephesians 3:11-12 “I can do all things through him who strengthens...
by Jill Tomey | Feb 27, 2025 | Faith Reflection
Gideon Teaches Us About Courage The Israelites had behaved in a manner displeasing to God, so He had allowed the Midianites to oppress them. God then called Gideon to save the Israelites. Gideon was unsure of this calling and asked for signs that God was truly calling...
by Jill Tomey | Feb 27, 2025 | Faith Activity
The Gift Gather the family and show them a beautifully wrapped package with a large bow on top. Pick one of the children to give it to and ask them to come forward and open it. When the child stands up, suddenly pretend that you shouldn’t give the gift. Be fearful and...