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Join us for the “So Loved” Family Challenge! ❤️

We are so excited to officially invite your family on a 28-day journey through John 3:16 this February! While we missed our in-person kickoff due to the snow days, we are ready to dive into this journey together now. How to Participate: Since we couldn’t distribute physical kits, you can download the full digital kitContinue reading “Join us for the “So Loved” Family Challenge! ❤️”

The Kingdom Divided (1 Kings 11-13)

Unit 13, Session 1 Dear families, While King Solomon was known for his wisdom, he did not leave his kingdom better than he found it, for when he was old, his heart turned to other gods (1 Kings 11:4). In fact, the kingdom would now be divided because of his unfaithfulness to God. After SolomonContinue reading “The Kingdom Divided (1 Kings 11-13)”

David Defeated Goliath (1 Samuel 17)

Unit 11, Session 1 Dear families, The story of David and Goliath reveals more than a battle between a shepherd boy and a giant. Through this showdown, we recognize how the powers of this world set themselves in opposition to the one true God. While Israel needed someone to face Goliath on their behalf, weContinue reading “David Defeated Goliath (1 Samuel 17)”

David Played for Saul (1 Samuel 16)

Unit 10, Session 5 Dear families, In 1 Samuel 16, we see how the newly anointed future king of Israel served his predecessor with humility and grace. Though David was promised the throne of Israel, his time had not yet come. Therefore, David returned to his life as a shepherd. God would use the periodContinue reading “David Played for Saul (1 Samuel 16)”

Samuel Anointed David (1 Samuel 16)

Unit 10, Session 4 Dear families, In 1 Samuel 16, we come to a turning point in the storyline of God’s leadership over His people. What began with Samuel mourning for Saul’s rejection as king, soon becomes a celebration of God’s faithfulness in fulfilling His word in 1 Samuel 13:14: “The LORD has found aContinue reading “Samuel Anointed David (1 Samuel 16)”

Freedom from the Philistines (1 Samuel 7)

Unit 9, Session 4 Dear families, First Samuel 7 reveals the Israelites’ victory over the Philistines after God’s people turned to the Lord and away from their pagan gods and idols. Samuel interceded for the people as they began to long for the Lord after having pursued the ways of the world for so long. The Lord grantedContinue reading “Freedom from the Philistines (1 Samuel 7)”

The Ark Was Captured (1 Samuel 4-6)

Unit 9, Session 3 Dear families, The Philistines’ capture of the ark of the covenant reveals the folly of seeking God’s blessing over God Himself. The Israelites realized they were no match for the Philistines, so they pursued worldly wisdom instead of seeking God in prayer. Reducing the significance of the ark to a good luck charm set offContinue reading “The Ark Was Captured (1 Samuel 4-6)”

Samuel Was Born and Called (1 Samuel 1-3)

Unit 9, Session 2 Dear families, First Samuel 1–3 reveals God’s call of salvation and the response of faith that follows for all who belong to Him. In the dark of night, God called to Samuel and invited him to become His prophet who would shed the light of His words to His people. God’s call upon Samuel’sContinue reading “Samuel Was Born and Called (1 Samuel 1-3)”

The Story of Ruth (Ruth)

Unit 9, Session 1 Dear families, The book of Ruth weaves a redemption story that begins with one family from Bethlehem and points toward the Messiah born in the same city. In the story of Ruth, we see how God sees and cares for His people, even demonstrating His love for the nations through a Moabite woman who becameContinue reading “The Story of Ruth (Ruth)”