Day 1: Breakfast with Jesus Theme: Jesus' Love and RestorationActivity Time: Breakfast Devotion:
Read John 21:1-14 (Paraphrase for younger kids): Share the story of Jesus cooking breakfast for His disciples after His resurrection. Highlight how Jesus showed love and care by preparing a meal for them.
Discussion Questions:
Why do you think Jesus made breakfast for His friends? How do you feel when someone does something kind for you?
Activity: As you eat breakfast, talk about ways you can show love to others, like Jesus did. Maybe plan a special breakfast for someone in your family later in the week.
Parenting Tip: Encourage your kids to think of simple acts of kindness they can do for each other. Praise their ideas and remind them that small acts can show big love.
Day 2: Casting the Net Theme: Obedience and TrustActivity Time: After School Snack Devotion:
Read John 21:6 (Paraphrase for younger kids): Discuss how the disciples caught nothing until Jesus told them to cast their net on the right side of the boat.
Discussion Questions:
What happened when the disciples listened to Jesus? Can you think of a time when you listened to good advice and it helped you?
Activity: As you enjoy your snack, play a quick game of "Simon Says" to practice listening and following directions.
Parenting Tip: Use this time to reinforce the importance of listening to Jesus and others who guide us in the right direction. Celebrate when your kids follow instructions well.
Day 3: Forgiveness and Restoration Theme: ForgivenessActivity Time: Dinner Devotion:
Read John 21:15-17 (Paraphrase for younger kids): Talk about how Jesus asked Peter if he loved Him and how He forgave Peter for denying Him.
Discussion Questions:
How do you think Peter felt when Jesus forgave him? Why is it important to forgive others?
Activity: Go around the table and share one thing you are thankful for about each family member. If there are any apologies needed, this is a good time to offer them.
Parenting Tip: Model forgiveness by sharing a time you forgave someone or were forgiven. Encourage your kids to express their feelings and offer forgiveness freely.
Day 4: Moving Forward Theme: Letting Go of the PastActivity Time: Family Walk or Drive Devotion:
Read Philippians 3:13-14 (Paraphrase for younger kids): Discuss how Paul talks about forgetting what is behind and pressing on toward what is ahead.
Discussion Questions:
What does it mean to let go of the past? How can we focus on what God wants us to do now?
Activity: As you walk or drive, talk about one thing each person wants to do for God this week. Encourage each other to focus on these goals.
Parenting Tip: Encourage your kids to think about their future with God. Remind them that God has great plans for them and that they can always start fresh.
Day 5: Initiating Forgiveness Theme: Taking the First StepActivity Time: Bedtime Devotion:
Read Matthew 18:15 (Paraphrase for younger kids): Talk about how Jesus teaches us to go to someone if we have a problem with them.
Discussion Questions:
Why is it important to talk to someone if you have a problem with them? How can we be brave and take the first step to make things right?
Activity: Before bed, encourage your kids to think of one person they might need to talk to or forgive. Pray together for courage and wisdom.
Parenting Tip: Encourage your kids to be peacemakers. Remind them that taking the first step can be hard, but it’s what Jesus wants us to do. Celebrate their bravery in making things right.