Sunday School Parent Cue Oct. 2-8

Satan Temps Jesus

Matthew 4:1-11; Mark 1:12-14; Luke 4:1-13

Before he starts teaching and healing, Jesus takes 40 days of quiet time in the desert.  When he's weak and hungry, Satan comes to Jesus and tries to tempt him in three ways.  But Jesus shows us the right way, and he uses Bible verses to say NO to temptation.

Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take.  Proverbs 3:6

Family Activity #1

Choose Your Own Ending
Make up a story together to learn how other people make choices.
1. Make up the beginning of a story together.  For example, "I was walking down the street when I saw a $20 bill."
2. Have each family member add a quick ending to the story.
3. Each person will choose which one he or she likes best.
4. Discuss how and why you made your choice.
5. Repeat the activity a few times.
6. Talk about this question:  What helps you make the right choice when you have to choose between right and wrong?

Family Activity #2

Through the Week
1. Cut arrows out of paper.  If you'd like, have everyone help decorate them.  You'll need enough arrows so that you have one for every room in your house.
2. Hang the arrows around your house, in your car, or other places you frequently go.
3. When you need a reminder that Jesus shows us the right way, look at one of the arrows and ask him for help showing you what to do.

Family Discussion

1. What's the biggest temptation our family faces?
2. What can you learn from how Jesus handled temptation?
3. How can Jesus help you do the right thing when you're tempted?