Wealth took many different forms in the Bible. In early Old Testament times, wealth was often measured by how many sheep, goats and other animals one owned. King Solomon was known in part for his tremendous wealth. In fact, gold was so common during his reign, that another precious metal – silver – was considered worthless!
By the New Testament, coins were in use. Coins played an important role in several stories in the New Testament. Our fun, flexible, family devotional allows you to pick the story and application principle you believe your kids most need. Then we will give you some fun ideas of things to do with your kids to help them better understand what these lessons teach.
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Have you ever thought about how often weather plays a part in Bible stories? Storms can frighten your kids. Snow days or beautiful, sunny, warm days may make them happy. The people in the Bible had all sorts of reactions to the weather they experienced, too. What happened during the various types of weather also taught them something important about God.
Have your kids ever seen a well? Do they understand how they work? Have they ever tried to carry a bucket of water from a well to provide water for some need? Today’s urban and suburban culture means many kids have never even seen a well.
Grapes are often a favorite fruit of children and adults. Today you can enjoy grapes and (if you are brave enough!), a fun activity with grapes. In the process, you can also teach your kids a story from the Bible and the lessons they can learn from it. Our devotional is flexible because you choose which Bible story and application principle you want your kids to learn.
There is something about royalty that fascinates kids. Why not take advantage of that interest and have fun with your kids – teaching them about the Bible at the same time? This fun family devotional has several “regal” activities your kids may enjoy. Best of all, you get to pick out the royalty from our three stories you think your kids need to learn about the most.