We worked on the 9th and 10th commandments which are to be memorized for next week. Coveting is something that isn't talked much about (it seems), yet, it is the gateway to all sorts of sins. Perhaps this is something you can explore with your children, especially in regard to their own life. The bible verse for memory is Matthew 6: 33-34. Verse 33 is the key verse.
3rd and 4th Grade talked about the birth of Jesus in Luke 2. The song of the angels to the shepherds teach a great deal. Talk about who Jesus is for, and who receives his benefits. Why is it significant that shepherds were the first to hear of Christ?
5th and 6th Grade learned about the time when Peter and John were arrested and persecuted for preaching the gospel in Acts 4: 1-37. Why were the Pharisees and Sadducees so intent on squelching this message. What reason does Peter give for continuing to preach. What is there attitude in the midst of persecution?
7th Grade looked at Mark 10: 17-31. We noticed that when the rich young ruler wanted to gain eternal life by his own work and accomplishments, Jesus directed him toward the 2nd table of the law which deals with how we treat our neighbor. The man thought he had kept those commandments, so then Jesus directs the man toward the first table of the law (love of God) when Jesus tells the man to sell all he has and follow Jesus. The rich young man shows that he has not kept the law, for he has made a god out of his possessions. We also defined "Sin," "Original Sin," and "Actual Sin."
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