Measure Up
January 2023
Jesus being tempted in the wilderness | Toddler & Preschool
January 29, 2023 • Matthew 6:33, Luke 4:1–13
This week, kids hear about Jesus being tempted in the wilderness and how he overcame. BIG IDEA: God’s words help us make wise choices. BIBLE: Luke 4:1-13 ---------------- ASK THIS Because sometimes you and your kid need a conversation-starter that isn't, "So . . . how was church?" -How do you feel when you make a wise choice? How do you feel when you make an unwise choice? -What can you do if you’re tempted to do something unwise?
Jesus being tempted in the wilderness | Elementary & Preteens
January 29, 2023 • Matthew 6:33, Luke 4:1–13
This week, kids hear about Jesus being tempted in the wilderness and how he overcame. BIG IDEA: God’s words help us make wise choices. BIBLE: Luke 4:1-13 ---------------- ASK THIS Because sometimes you and your kid need a conversation-starter that isn't, "So . . . how was church?" -How do you feel when you make a wise choice? How do you feel when you make an unwise choice? -What can you do if you’re tempted to do something unwise?
How Jesus began his ministry | Toddler & Preschool
January 22, 2023 • Matthew 6:33, Matthew 4:12–23
This week, kids hear about how Jesus began his ministry by calling the right people to work together with him. BIG IDEA: God makes us ready at the right time. BIBLE: Matthew 4:12-23 ------------ ASK THIS Because sometimes you and your kid need a conversation-starter that isn't, "So . . . how was church?" What are some ways we might know that it’s the right time for something? Can you think of one way to prepare for anything God might call you to do? REMEMBER THIS This month, your kids are memorizing the Bible verse Matthew 6:33 (NIV), in case you want to work on them together. NEXT WEEK Next week, kids will hear about Jesus being tempted in the wilderness and how he overcame.
How Jesus began his ministry | Elementary & Preteens
January 22, 2023 • Matthew 6:33, Matthew 4:12–23
This week, kids hear about how Jesus began his ministry by calling the right people to work together with him. BIG IDEA: God makes us ready at the right time. BIBLE: Matthew 4:12-23 ------------ ASK THIS Because sometimes you and your kid need a conversation-starter that isn't, "So . . . how was church?" What are some ways we might know that it’s the right time for something? Can you think of one way to prepare for anything God might call you to do? REMEMBER THIS This month, your kids are memorizing the Bible verse Matthew 6:33 (NIV), in case you want to work on them together. NEXT WEEK Next week, kids will hear about Jesus being tempted in the wilderness and how he overcame.
Jesus was baptized | Toddler & Preschool
January 15, 2023 • Matthew 6:33, John 1:29–42
This week, kids hear about what happened when Jesus was baptized by John. BIBLE: John 1:29-42 BIG IDEA: We can follow Jesus. ----------------- ASK THIS Because sometimes you and your kid need a conversation-starter that isn't, "So . . . how was church?" -In what ways do you follow Jesus? -How can you show someone else what it means to follow Jesus? REMEMBER THIS This month, your kids are memorizing the Bible verse Matthew 6:33 (NIV), in case you want to work on them together. NEXT WEEK Next week, kids will hear about how Jesus began his ministry by calling the right people to work together with him.
Jesus was baptized | Elementary & Preteens
January 15, 2023 • Matthew 6:33, John 1:29–42
This week, kids hear about what happened when Jesus was baptized by John. BIBLE: John 1:29-42 BIG IDEA: We can follow Jesus. ----------------- ASK THIS Because sometimes you and your kid need a conversation-starter that isn't, "So . . . how was church?" -In what ways do you follow Jesus? -How can you show someone else what it means to follow Jesus? REMEMBER THIS This month, your kids are memorizing the Bible verse Matthew 6:33 (NIV), in case you want to work on them together. NEXT WEEK Next week, kids will hear about how Jesus began his ministry by calling the right people to work together with him.
Jesus at the temple as a boy | Toddler & Preschool
January 8, 2023 • Matthew 6:33, Luke 2:41–52
This week, kids hear about Jesus at the temple as a boy and what others learned from him. BIG IDEA: We can love God with our actions. BIBLE: Luke 2:41-52 ------ ASK THIS Because sometimes you and your kid need a conversation-starter that isn't, "So . . . how was church?" -In what ways is it easy to love with our actions? In what ways can it be challenging? -What action can you take this week to apply something someone has taught you about God? REMEMBER THIS This month, your kids are memorizing the Bible verse Matthew 6:33 (NIV), in case you want to work on them together. NEXT WEEK Next week, kids will hear about what happened when Jesus was baptized by John.
Jesus at the temple as a boy | Elementary & Preteens
January 8, 2023 • Matthew 6:33, Luke 2:41–52
This week, kids hear about Jesus at the temple as a boy and what others learned from him. BIG IDEA: We can love God with our actions. BIBLE: Luke 2:41-52 ------ ASK THIS Because sometimes you and your kid need a conversation-starter that isn't, "So . . . how was church?" -In what ways is it easy to love with our actions? In what ways can it be challenging? -What action can you take this week to apply something someone has taught you about God? REMEMBER THIS This month, your kids are memorizing the Bible verse Matthew 6:33 (NIV), in case you want to work on them together. NEXT WEEK Next week, kids will hear about what happened when Jesus was baptized by John.
Escape to Egypt | Toddler & Preschool
January 1, 2023 • Matthew 6:33, Matthew 2:13–23
This week, kids hear about Jesus and his family’s escape to Egypt when they were in danger. BIG IDEA: God guides us to safety. BIBLE: Matthew 2:13-23 ------------------- ASK THIS Because sometimes you and your kid need a conversation-starter that isn't, "So . . . how was church?" -Can you think of a time when you felt safe? -When might be a time that you would need to remember that God is with you? REMEMBER THIS This month, your kids are memorizing the Bible verse Matthew 6:33 (NIV), in case you want to work on them together. NEXT WEEK Next week, kids will hear about Jesus at the temple as a boy and what others learned from him.
Escape to Egypt | Elementary & Preteens
January 1, 2023 • Matthew 6:33, Matthew 2:13–23
This week, kids hear about Jesus and his family’s escape to Egypt when they were in danger. BIG IDEA: God guides us to safety. BIBLE: Matthew 2:13-23 ------------------- ASK THIS Because sometimes you and your kid need a conversation-starter that isn't, "So . . . how was church?" -Can you think of a time when you felt safe? -When might be a time that you would need to remember that God is with you? REMEMBER THIS This month, your kids are memorizing the Bible verse Matthew 6:33 (NIV), in case you want to work on them together. NEXT WEEK Next week, kids will hear about Jesus at the temple as a boy and what others learned from him.
