What we’re talking about in February with Preschool Kidz:
When we look at the kind of friend Jesus was while He was on earth, we see that Jesus truly does love everyone. Throughout the Bible, we find accounts of the times that Jesus loved those considered unworthy and wanted to be their friend – no matter what!
At some point, even our precious preschoolers will all find themselves in the shoes of these “unworthy” people. Like Zacchaeus, they will have friends mad at them for a wrong choice. Or, they may not feel like they fit in because of where they’re from much like the woman at the well.
But Jesus loves them anyway – no matter what. That is what we want our preschoolers to know. That will help them choose grace and to love everyone the way Jesus loves them.
What we’re talking about in February with Elementary Kidz:
LOVE – Throughout the Bible, the writers of Scripture remind us that God is love. From the creation of the world to God’s relentless pursuit of us, God has shown time and again that love is most important. Even though we’ve all sinned, God loved us enough to make a way for us to have a forever relationship with Him.
The Gospels are full of moments where Jesus prioritized love above all else, especially when He summed up the greatest commandment with: “Love God and love your neighbor as yourself.” Jesus made this real when He showed us how much God loves us by sacrificing His life for our sins.
