Parent Resources (Sunday)
Past Units: Gospel Project for Kids Archive
Current Unit: Hope In Exile
After years of living in sin, God’s people were sent into exile. The Southern Kingdom of Judah was captured by Babylon. Daniel’s visions of the future showed that God is in control at all times. God used faithful people to continue His plan to provide salvation through Jesus.
Song
Big Picture Question
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Why do we pray? We pray because we trust God, and we know He hears us.
Memory Verse
- "Pray constantly, give thanks in everything." 1 Thessalonians 5:17-18a
- Pray constantly (make praying hands in front of your trunk)
- Give thanks in everything (point toward your head and then pretend like you're tipping a hat)
Bible Story Videos
- The Fiery Furnace (Daniel 3) - God saved Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego from the fire.
- Nebuchadnezzar’s Dream (Daniel 4) - King Nebuchadnezzar learned that God is greatest of all.
- Daniel in the Lions’ Den (Daniel 6) - God saved Daniel from the lions.
- Christmas: Jesus Was Born (Matthew 1; Luke 2) - Jesus is God with us.
- Daniel’s Dream (Daniel 7) - God showed Daniel that God’s Son will rule forever.
Parent Resources (Books & Music)
Parenting
- Shepherding a Child’s Heart by Tedd Tripp*
- Gospel-Powered Parenting by William P. Farley
- The Disciple-Making Parent by Chap Bettis
Bibles
- The Big Picture Story Bible by David Helm | Best for 0-5 Years Old
- The Jesus Storybook Bible by Sally Lloyd-Jones | Best for 2-7 Years Old*
- CSB One Big Story Bible for Kids | Full text for children who can read from the creators of the Gospel Project
Picture Books
- God Made All of Me by Justin and Lindsey Holcomb | Helpful to guide kids through understanding their body and what is appropriate
- God's Very Good Idea by Trillia Newbell | Helpful to teach kids how God loves all peoples
- My ABC Bible Verses by Susan Hunt | Great for memorizing scripture with kids
- One Big Story Coloring Book by The Gospel Project | Fun activities and coloring pages
Other Resources
- Abide Cards | Questions to ask when reading the Bible with your kids
- New City Catechism App | 52 questions and answers, with songs. Also available in print (minus the songs!)
- Slugs and Bugs | Songs about Jesus, scripture memory, and silly songs too
- Getty Kids Hymnal | New and old hymns for kids
*These resources are available for free on Sunday mornings at the Kids Check-In Desk!