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Gods plan for marriage and family

Possible Viewpont: Evangelical Christian

Hello, young ones! Today we’re going to talk about one of God’s most special plans for our lives: the plan for marriage and family. God created marriage and family to be wonderful and a blessing to us. Let’s learn more about it!

First off, let’s talk about what marriage is. Marriage is a commitment between a man and a woman who love each other and want to spend their lives together. It’s not just a promise to love and care for each other, but it’s a promise to God that they will honor and respect each other as they grow old together.

Marriage is not only about love, but also about teamwork. Just like in a soccer game, everyone on the team has a specific role to play. In marriage, the husband and wife each have a role to play that fits together perfectly in God’s design. Husbands are called to love their wives like Christ loves the church, and wives are called to respect and submit to their husbands as the head of the family. Together, they make a strong team.

Now let’s talk about family. Family is the people we love and cherish the most, and it’s the people that God has given us to help us grow and learn. In a family, we have parents who take care of us and guide us as we grow up. They teach us about God, and how to love and serve others. We also have siblings who are like built-in best friends who we can share our lives with. Family is a blessing from God, and it’s important to cherish and love our family members.

One important thing to remember as we talk about marriage and family is that it’s not always easy. Sometimes we get grumpy or upset with each other, but it’s important to always forgive each other and show love. God can help us to love even when it’s hard, and to work through tough times in our relationships.

In summary, God’s plan for marriage and family is a wonderful gift for us. It’s a team effort where we commit to loving and honoring each other for our whole lives, and it’s a blessing from God to have a family that loves and cares for us. Let’s always remember to love each other and be thankful for the family God has given us.

Worship Music for Lesson

1. “The Family Prayer Song” by Steve Green
2. “Love Will Be Our Home” by Sandi Patti
3. “In This Home” by Phil Joel
4. “A Mother’s Prayer” by Keith and Kristyn Getty

Questions for Lesson

1. How does God’s plan for marriage differ from the world’s view of marriage?
2. How does Marriage affect your personal relationship with God?
3. What are some key biblical principles of marriage that Evangelical Christians should prioritize?
4. What kind of qualities should a Christian look for in a potential spouse?
5. How important is communication in a marriage according to the Bible?
6. According to Ephesians 5:25, how should husbands treat their wives in a marriage?

Scriptures

No scriptures have been added to this lesson.

Object Lesson

Props needed:

– A traditional wedding dress or veil
– A picture of a family
– A toy house or figurines
– A Bible

How to present the illustration:

1. Introduce the concept of marriage and family to the children by showing them the picture of a happy family. Emphasize that families come in different shapes and sizes and that every family is unique.

2. Show the children the wedding dress or veil and explain that it is a symbol of a special day when two people decide to become partners for life.

3. Use the toy house or figurines to demonstrate how a family is built when two people get married. Show the children how a family can grow when children enter the picture.

4. Open the Bible and read Genesis 2:24, a verse that describes God’s plan for marriage: “Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh.”

5. Explain that God designed marriage to be a lifelong commitment between a man and a woman who love and respect each other. Emphasize that building a strong foundation of love and trust is important for a healthy marriage and family.

6. Wrap up the illustration by reminding the children that God loves families and that He wants every family to be happy and peaceful. Encourage the children to pray for their families and for families around the world.

Craft Idea

Craft Idea: Handprint Family Tree

Supplies:
– White paper
– Colored construction paper
– Scissors
– Glue
– Pencil and markers

Instructions:

1. Begin by tracing your hand on a piece of construction paper. Cut out the hand print.
2. Cut out a tree trunk and some branches from brown construction paper. Glue them onto a white paper.
3. Cut out some leaves from green construction paper.
4. On each leaf, write the name of a family member, including parents, siblings, and grandparents.
5. Glue the leaves onto the branches of the tree.
6. Glue the hand print onto the tree trunk, as if it were a part of the tree.
7. Using a marker, write the lesson’s title ‘God’s Plan for Marriage and Family’ above the tree.
8. Write the Bible verse Genesis 2:24, ‘That is why a man leaves his father and mother and is united to his wife, and they become one flesh.’ below the tree.

This handprint family tree is a beautiful way for young children to remember the importance of family and God’s plan for marriage. By exploring their family history and relationships, they can learn about the love and unity that comes with being part of a family. This create also creates an opportunity for conversation between parents and children about the significance of God’s plan for marriage and family.

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