A Four Week Series
What Is It?
Jesus talks about the Kingdom of God by telling stories. He comments on the world around him, helping us see that the Kingdom of God is bigger and broader than we can ever imagine. Sometimes an idea is so big and beautiful that the only way to talk about it is to tell a story. The kingdom of God is like a mustard seed that grows into a wild bush, yeast that works its way through dough, food coloring that transforms the color of water, the smell of bacon that fills a room, a yawn that springs from face to face, a YouTube video that circles the Internet. We are a part of this big and beautiful story. How will we tell it? How will we bring it to life?
Once Upon a Parable helps preteens discover the true meaning of the Kingdom of God.
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
Complete PowerPoint slides
for each lesson:
Lessons Also Include:
- Cool opening game
- Creative large group lesson
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Fun small group activity
- Small group discussion
OVERVIEW
Week 1: Yeast, Yawns, and YouTube
How does Jesus talk about the Kingdom? With stories that paint pictures, words that create worlds
Text: Matthew 13:31-33
Week 2: That’s Not Fair
Who is the Kingdom for? It is for the people you would least expect, even you and me.
Text: Matthew 20:1-16, 5:3-10
Week 3: Jacob and the Prodigal
What kind of Kingdom is it? It is a kingdom with open hands of love and forgiveness.
Text: Luke 15:11-32
Week 4: Read a Parable, Write a Parable
Jesus’ stories teach us about the Kingdom of God and our stories can teach others about the Kingdom of God.
Text: Jesus' Parables
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Note: Sample does not include PowerPoint slides, small group lesson nor opening activity. However, the purchased version includes everything.
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