What we’re learning in November
Big Idea 1: God is I Am
Moses. Exodus 1—4. God calls Moses to bring about His incredible plan to reveal Himself to His people and save them from bondage.
Where we’re headed next time
Big Idea 2: God is Warrior.
The Exodus, Part 1. Exodus 5—12. God sends plagues to Egypt as a means of rescuing His people from their oppression.
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Through the plagues, God attacked each false Egyptian god, showing He alone is the one true God.
God’s plan for Israel wasn’t only to deliver them and cast down Egyptian gods, but to call His people to worship Him.
God fought not only to deliver the Israelites from their bondage but also to deliver their hearts and minds from the allegiance to false gods.
Connect as a Family
Read a few passages describing the first part of the biblical account of the exodus in Exodus 5v1–5; 9v1–7, 13–23. Then go on a walk outside with your kids. As you walk, explain to them that the Egyptians believed in lots of different gods. However, we know there is only one true God who controls everything. As you notice different aspects of nature, point these out to your children (sun, wind, body of water, etc.) and remind them of God’s power in creation.
After reading the Scripture passage, discuss these thoughts together:
What did Pharaoh say when Moses and Aaron asked him to let the people go?
What did God do to show Pharaoh that He wanted the Israelites to be let go?
How do you think the Israelites felt as they watched God fight for them?
Blessing
Blessings are often used in the Bible. A blessing can be a prayer of commission, a portion of Scripture, or words to encourage and guide.
A blessing to pray over your child: (Child’s name), may you go out this week with peace. May you know that God is your Warrior.
Big Idea 3: God is Victorious.
The Exodus, Part 2. Exodus 12—15. God wins the battle for the Israelites by miraculously parting the Red Sea.
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After letting the Israelites go, Pharaoh changed his mind and sent his army to chase the Israelites and bring them back to Egypt.
God saved the Israelites again by miraculously parting the Red Sea and allowing them to pass on dry land.
The Israelites celebrated Passover together, year after year, as a way to remember together how God had won the battle to free them.
Connect as a Family
Fill some glasses with grape juice or sparkling cider and pass them to each family member. Read Exodus 12v31–33; 14v5–8, 13–28 and explain to your children that God helped the Israelites escape their slavery and find victory. Now invite each family member to share about a difficult time God helped him to overcome (or, for younger kids, “something scary” God helped them through). After each person shares her story, lift your glasses for a toast, and together say, “Thank You, God!”
After reading the Scripture passage, discuss these thoughts together:
What did Pharaoh tell Moses and Aaron after the Passover happened?
Why do you think Pharaoh decided to let the Israelites go?
What did the Passover symbolize?
Blessing
Blessings are often used in the Bible. A blessing can be a prayer of commission, a portion of Scripture, or words to encourage and guide.
A blessing to pray over your child: (Child’s name), may you know that God is victorious and He will care for you.
