Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11
Character Trait: Self-Control
Definition: Making the right choice even if you don’t feel like it
Opposite: Anger, argue, throw a fit, whine, cry
Big Thoughts for Little People : Letter B
Bible Story: Jesus is Tempted
Objective: When I start to lose control of myself, I can say a memory verse.
The New Bible in Pictures for Little Eyes : pg 254-255
Through the Bible in Felt : pg 162
Psalm 119:105 Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.
I Peter 1:13 - So think clearly and exercise self-control.
Tune: She'll Be Coming 'Round the Mountain
So think clear-ly and exercise self-control. (clap, clap)
So think clear-ly and exercise self-control. (clap, clap)
First Peter one, thirteen
First Peter one, thirteen
So think clear-ly and exercise self-control. (clap, clap)
Trust and Obey Traditional
Trust and obey (march in place and then salute)
For there's no other way (cross arms in front of body)
To be happy in Jesus (move fingers to make happy smile at mouth)
But to trust and obey (march in place and then salute)
The B-I-B-L-E Traditional
The B-I-B-L-E (form book with hands)
Yes, that’s the book for me (nod “yes”)
I stand alone on the Word of God (pretend to stand firm) - May change words to “I love to hear...”.
The B-I-B-L-E Bible! (shout)
Sheet available in the Bible Activity Workbook
Color with broken crayons.
Free Coloring Sheets for Immediate Family Use: Jesus is Tempted
Discussion
Depending on the maturity of your child, use this opportunity to talk about Satan. Explain that Jesus was tempted but He did not sin. Also help the child understand that everyone is tempted but Jesus is praying for us. Some scriptures to help you explain this to your child: James 4:7, 1 Corinthians 10:13, Romans 8:34, John 17:6-26; Ephesians 6:10-19
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