Who Is God?
| Session | Focus | Scripture |
|---|---|---|
| 0. Christmas Victory! | We celebrate the birth of Jesus, who won the victory over Satan and saved his people. | Revelation 12 |
| 1. What Is True Faith? | True faith is a sure knowledge of God's promises and a firm trust that all my sins are forgiven for Jesus' sake. | Mark 2:1-12; Q&A 18 |
| 2. The Story of the Apostles' Creed | We believe in God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. | The Apostles Creed; John 20:19-31; Q&A 19 |
| 3. God Is . . . | God is a single, spiritual being: eternal, invisible, almighty, infinite, and completely wise, just, and good. | Acts 17:16-34; Q&A 20 |
| 4. A Faithful Provider | God, the almighty Creator, is also my faithful Father, whom I can trust to provide whatever I need. | Exodus 16; Psalm 8; John 6:35; Q&A 21 and 22 |
| 5. A Caring Creator | God, our heavenly Father, takes care of and rules over everything in our world. | Selections from Genesis 37-50 (especially Genesis 45:1-8; Genesis 50:19-21); Q&A 23 |
Dear Family Text
It’s been exhilarating to “Dive” into God’s Word while leading your child’s class. These next few weeks we’ll be using the framework of the Apostles’ Creed to guide us in exploring what we believe about God the Father Almighty, creator of heaven and earth.
Christmas: Christmas Victory! Revelation 12 (The Dragon Is Slain)
Session 1: What Is True Faith? Mark 2:1-12 (Jesus Heals a Man Who Couldn't Walk)
Session 2: The Story of the Creed. Apostle's Creed and John 20:19-31 (The Apostle's Creed)
Session 3: God Is . . . Acts 17:16-34 (Paul Preaches About the Unknown God)
Session 4: A Faithful Provider. Exodus 16; Psalm 8; John 6:35 (God Provides Manna in the Desert)
Session 5: A Caring Creator. Selections from Genesis 37-50 (Joseph Sees God Bring Good out of Bad)
Pass it On
Here are some ideas for how you might engage your son or daughter in faith discussion:
- Do you remember when you first learned the Apostles’ Creed? Were there some differences in wording from when you learned it? (For example, maybe you learned the version with Jesus coming “to judge the quick and the dead.”) Do you know the creed by heart? Commit to memorizing the Apostles’ Creed with your child.
- Get a scarf or bandana and allow your child to blindfold you and lead you around the house. Now switch. Then talk about trust—what did it feel like to be led by your child? What did he or she do that helped you trust? Was it easy or difficult to trust? Share with your child about your trust in God.
- The Bible uses lots of different metaphors to describe who God is—potter, shepherd, light, alpha and omega, my rock and fortress, deliverer, love, and more. Do you have a favorite? Share it with your son or daughter and ask if he or she has a favorite.
- The Israelites were grateful for the way God provided manna for them in the desert. What are some things in your life for which you are grateful? Make a quick list of five things and share them with your child. Ask if your child has a list he or she would share with you.
- Joseph encountered lots of troubles in his life. But when he looked back, he could see how God was at work to bring good out of bad. Share an example from a time in your life when God brought good out of bad. Did you realize it during the difficult experience? Or was it only afterwards that you could see how God was at work? Share as you feel comfortable.