July Bible Time F-U-N Newsletter - Fun Facts and News you Can Use
FUN FACT
Did you know that the armor’s breastplate, worn by soldiers in biblical times, was often composed of a solid piece of metal. However it was not uncommon for some breastplates to contain numerous small pieces sewn to cloth or leather that overlapped like fish scales. These scales could number up to 1,000 per “coat.” When the sun shone directly on the armor, it could get so hot that the soldiers burned, or the scales moving about were so sharp they could pinch and cut the skin. To avoid these unfortunate mishaps the soldiers always wore a sturdy robe under the armor. (taken from www.amazingfacts.org, “The Armor of God” Article)
UNDERSTANDING
We are cautioned to put on the whole armor of God. Interestingly, the text says that we must put on the armor, not that God will put the armor on us. I point this out because far too many times we want the work to just be done, but we have not engaged our own God given abilities to do it. Here is what I mean. Each piece of clothing Paul mentions symbolizes the spiritual necessities. I cannot take up Truth if I don’t know it. I cannot quote scripture from the Bible if I have never read it. I cannot exercise faith if I refuse to do what God has asked because I don’t see the answer. As parents we are engaged in a battle for the soul salvation of our children. Let's be prepared for war, because with God we will win.
We must ensure that we look at life through the light of God and when we cannot see, he promises to always speak to us to guide us when it seems dark. Our hands should be about the work of God so that when we arrive others will be blessed that our feet have brought us to share the good news of Jesus Christ.
NEWS
Bible Time FUN Through the Bible continues with theses FUN stories: Jesus Is Baptized, Jesus Is Tempted, Jesus Chooses His First Disciples, The Beatitudes. Download the FREE activities and follow along!
We now have the Digital Version of the Bible Time Family Fun Pack. Check it out at our SHOP.
Family Fun Pack activity boxes can now be purchased individually. Visit our SHOP.
The May blog series is all about My Body God's Temple.
July Freebies: Download our FREE Full Body of God Scavenger Hunt, FREE Full Armor of God Fingerplay and FREE Full Armor of God Coloring Page.
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Looking for a FUN Bible CHALLENGE? Check out our Bible Time Trivia and Quiz Challenge Cards. Now Available in our SHOP. Learn more below.
Play and learn all about key Bible stories and fun facts practically anywhere! Divided into four categories of Bible trivia, these playing cards are great for Sunday School games or curriculum. Whether played in the classroom, at home or while on the road with your youth group, kids of all ages will love answering questions like “What do we call the books of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John?” or “How many people were on the ark with the animals?”.
Quiz kids to learn all about Bible stories and religious fun facts! Perfect for church, home or school, these Bible trivia playing cards present three statements and then players have to guess who, what or where they are referring to. Whether played in the classroom, at home or on the road with your youth group, this learning supplement helps keep kiddos on track as the answers to each question are on the reverse side of the card.
Catch up on June's blog series:
Part 5: Be Careful Little Mind
Don't forget to check out our FREE Bible Study Resources and activities. Also be sure to check out our blog series on Making Bible Study Fun, where we share our fun tips for teaching our children about God.
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