Monthly Big Idea
Patience is waiting until later for what you want now.
MEMORY VERSE
“Wait for the Lord. Be strong and don’t lose hope. Wait for the Lord.” Psalm 27:14, NIrV
Week One
A Patience Proverb
Proverbs 14:29
Waiting can make you wise.
Week Two
Esau’s Impatience
Genesis 25:24-34
When you think you can’t wait, think twice.
Week Three
Golden Calf
Exodus 32:1-35
When you have to wait, remember what’s true.
Week Four
Simeon Waits for the Messiah
Luke 2:25-35
God is with you while you wait.
ENGAGE IN EVERYDAY MOMENTS TOGETHER
Morning Time
As your kid starts their day, tell them about a time when you saw them make a wise choice.
Drive Time
While on the go, ask your kid: “What games did you play at recess today?”
Meal Time
At a meal this week, have everyone at the table answer this question: “What is something you had to wait for? How did it feel while you were waiting? How did it feel after it happened?”
Bed Time
Pray for each other: “God, thank You that even when it seems like nothing is happening with things we are waiting on, You are teaching us things we need to know and preparing us for whatever is next.”