Scripture and the Big Story: Family Prayer and Service Flex
Family guide · Scripture and the Big Story: Family Prayer and Service Flex · Matthew 6:9-13; Galatians 5:13; 2 Corinthians 9:6-8 · about 15 minutes
Big idea: A flexible unit may reinforce the cycle through a family prayer, service, or generosity practice.
Start with the selected passage. For a flex template, do not use the lesson until the editor has selected and reviewed the passage.
The 15-minute flow
- 2 minConnect. Connect this lesson to something already learned in Cycle 1.
- 5 minRead. Read selected portions of Matthew 6:9-13 and name direct observations. If this is a flex template, the editor must replace the placeholder with the approved passage before publication.
- 3 minUnderstand. Restate the big idea in your own words: A flexible unit may reinforce the cycle through a family prayer, service, or generosity practice.
- 3 minPlay. Use the Principle-to-Practice Service Lab resource verbally, on paper, or with the provided worksheet.
- 2 minRespond. Design one small service or generosity action and label which part is direct biblical principle and which part is your prudential choice.
Talk about it
- What does the passage or lesson evidence directly say?
- What meaning or principle follows from it?
- What is one response we can practise this week?
This week
Action: Design one small service or generosity action and label which part is direct biblical principle and which part is your prudential choice.
Prayer: Thank God for what the selected passage reveals and ask for help to respond faithfully.
Note for parents: Questions are welcome. Do not force disclosure, certainty, giving, public prayer, baptism, or another public religious decision.