INTRODUCE
THE VIDEO
The children in this video are actors. The story of
the children is only a story. We do not know how the children
interacted with Jesus while He was on earth, but it may
have happened something like this. . . .
SHOW THE VIDEO
Show the video all the way to the end. The video is
not over with the last scene.
WHEN THE VIDEO IS COMPLETELY FINISHED
[Guided Conversation]
[There is an opportunity for children to make a choice
to invite Jesus to live with them and in them. Give each
child a "Promise Card" and say,] "Please write your name,
address and phone number on the Promise Card. Please check
the boxes to tell your ideas about what you have said, thought
or done as you watched the video."
[Distribute The Greatest Promise booklet when appropriate.]
The Greatest Promise booklet is
yours to take home and read with your family and/or friends.
[Those involved in the discipleship course will have a chance
to study and discuss the contents of The Greatest Promise
booklet in the next lesson, "Keeping Promises."]
OTHER USES
"The Story of Jesus for Children" may be
used in various ways:
- Show specific sections of the video
to illustrate certain Bible stories you wish to teach.
- Set up a "library" system to allow
children to check out the video to view at home with
their parents.
- "The Story of Jesus for Children,"
"The Greatest Promise" booklet, and the "It
Takes Love" cassette tape or CD may be ordered
by calling (800) 432-1997, or by using the order blank
at the end of the Teacher/Mentor Guide.
- Develop conscience and character.
"The Story of Jesus for Children" is an effective
way to illustrate God's character, as children see Jesus
teach and model core virtues. By using scenes and stories
from the video, the following character virtues may
be presented in a unique visual combination.
Compassion
Compassion is sympathy for someone else's suffering
or misfortune, together with the desire to help. The birth
of Jesus demonstrates God's compassion for the people of
the world. Jesus' healing of Jairus' daughter, and the healing
of the blind man illustrate compassion for those who suffer.
Forgiveness
Forgiveness is to pardon or excuse a wrong thought,
word or action. Forgiveness is powerfully illustrated by
Jesus as the woman washes His feet and as Jesus and His
disciples celebrate the Passover.
Integrity
Integrity is strength and firmness of character, utter
sincerity and honesty. Jesus turning the tables upside down
in the temple, and calling the people to honor God, exhibits
integrity and shows the results of others' dishonesty.
Respect
Respect is showing honor to people by listening, being
courteous, and polite, and demonstrating manners. When Jesus
teaches His friends to pray, He displays honor and respect.
Responsibility
Responsibility is the personal, individual acceptance
that every human being is accountable for his or her behavior,
including thoughts, choices, decisions, speech and actions.
This is modeled in the story of the Good Samaritan.
Initiative
Initiative is demonstrating responsible thoughts and
actions without prompting. Zacchaeus climbing up a tree
so he can see Jesus in the crowd, illustrates this virtue.
Cooperation
Cooperation is working together to reach a common goal.
A cooperative person is willing to work with others in an
effort to accomplish something that cannot be achieved by
a single person. Cooperation is modeled when the catch overflows
the boat and in the feeding of the 5,000.
Perseverance
Perseverance is not giving up. Persevering people keep
on doing what is right, regardless of problems or persecution.
Jesus continued to travel to Jerusalem, where He knew He
would be arrested and killed. Jesus never gave up. |
