God's Covenant Partner

The book of Genesis shares an incredible story about a covenant agreement that God made with Abraham. You may read this true happening in Genesis chapter 15.

This covenant was so important, and so serious, that live animals were sacrificed. Their blood sealed the covenant.

A covenant is a very serious agreement or official contract. It may be interesting to look at a contract that your parent(s) have signed. Maybe they have one that they signed to buy a house, or a car, or something else.

The Bible tells us that this special covenant that God made with Abraham really came to pass when his descendant -- Jesus -- shed his blood as a sacrifice for our sins. You can read more about that special covenant this week by looking up these verses.

Hebrews 6:13-15
Hebrews 8:6-13
Hebrews 9:15
Hebrews 13:20

The Lenten Season

Just like we have a season before Christmas called "Advent," We also have a time before Easter called "Lent." "Lent" usually is 40 days long. It's a time when we focus on what Jesus has done for us at the cross.

Many churches take forty days because Jesus went into the desert and fasted for forty days. After Jesus fasted for 40 days, Satan came and tempted him. But, Jesus STILL stayed focused on spiritual things, rather than on earthly things. You can read about this happening in Matthew 4:1-11.

Colossians 3:2 shares what we should do. (Read it!)

When we stay focused on eternal things - spiritual things - then we will not be so concerned about the temporary things of this earth. "Lent" is a good time to really take time to focus on Jesus and what he has done for us. In order to do this, maybe there are some things that you should "cut away" from your normal practices.

One more verse - Read Galatians 2:20.

Have a great week loving and knowing Jesus better!

Put In the Word!

Simon De Clown helped us understand why it's important to put God's Word in our hearts! Psalm 119:9-11 talks about that. (Take a moment and read that.)

Simon chased a fly that was bugging him. Finally, he got rid of it by using "bug spray" that he took from his Holey Bible. He then showed a sign that read:

The Bible. Read It. It will get the bugs out!

When we put God's Word (the Bible) into our hearts and minds, God can show us what we should do and what we should not do. Also, as we put God's Word into our hearts and minds, we also receive spiritual power that helps us to not sin. Here's a few more verses to read, to learn, and to live!

Hebrews 4:12
2 Timothy 3:15-17
Psalm 1:1-3

Incredible Game Day

This past Sunday we had a blast reviewing many important truths and scriptures that we've learned since the beginning of the year. Those that could tell us the review answers were able to participate in some INCREDIBLE games. What a fun day!

Joshua 1:8 and Psalm 1:2 tell us something we should do with our Bibles. Take time to read those verses!

The word "meditate" means to chew on it over and over and over.

Keep learning, thinking about, and living out God's Word!

Personal Prayer

It's great when other people pray for you, but it's probably even more important that YOU take personal time to pray! Sometimes we don't know exactly what to say, so here's something that may help you to PRAY.

P - praise. Tell God what you are thankful for, and also tell Him how great you think He is!

Psalm 100:4, Psalm 146:2, 1 Thessalonians 5:17,18

R - Repent. Choose to go God's way instead of your own. Ask for forgiveness too.

Acts 3:19, 1 Kings 8:46-50

A - Ask. God invites us to pray for ourselves and also for the needs of others.

Matthew 7:7-11

Y - Yeild. Don't be stubborn, but decide to go with God's best plan! Also, take time to listen to what God is saying to you in your heart, mind and soul.

1 Peter 5:6,7, Matthew 6:9,10, 1 Samuel 3:1-10

May God bless you as you take time to P.R.A.Y.!

March Missions Madness 2010

Each Kids Church kid will be given a “M&M” container to remind them that March Missions is here! We invite each child to share the treat with others. We also need to share Jesus with others, don’t we?

Bring back the M&M container with quarters each Sunday during March and we will give your child another to fill up. If you don't get it filled all the way, don't sweat it! Just do what you can. :O)

During March Missions Madness we will also be doing some special basketball awards for those participating in BGMC.

Also, check out the BGMC kids website for great stories, games, and more at www.BGMCkids.ag.org

Energized Through Prayer

1 Timothy 4:8 says, "For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come." Exercising our bodies is good for us. But, exercising our spiritual faith is even better for us. You can be STRONG spiritually if you will do spiritual exercises!

One of the most important things you may do to stay spiritually strong is PRAY. The Bible tells us we should pray continually (1 Thessalonians 5:17).

We learned the verse if Psalm 55:17. Do you remember it?

Also, take time to read Luke 11:1-4 and Philippians 4:6-7.

Often, the hardest minute to pray is the first minute. Once you get started, it's easy. Take time to talk with God today. He wants to hear from you, and speak to you.