The Moments with Jesus Encounter Bible: 20 Immersive Stories from the Four Gospels
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The Moments with Jesus Encounter Bible is a unique children's Bible designed to introduce kids to Jesus through twenty engaging stories from the Gospels. Unlike other children's Bibles which provide informative stories from the Old and New Testaments, this Bible immerses children in the narrative, allowing them to interact directly with Jesus as depicted in Scripture. With dynamic storytelling, beautiful illustrations, and thought-provoking discussion questions, it fosters a personal connection with Jesus and encourages a life-long adventure with God. It is an ideal resource for parents, grandparents, pastors, and teachers aiming to cultivate a deep spiritual foundation in children ages 4-12.
Discussion points
How do you think the people felt when they met Jesus in these stories?
What is one thing Jesus did in the story that surprised you?
If you were in the story, what would you ask Jesus?
What can we learn from Jesus' actions towards others?
How can we apply Jesus’ teachings in our daily lives?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before reading each story, provide a brief overview of what to expect and ask your child what they might be looking out for.
After reading, relate the themes or morals of the story to your child’s everyday experiences, asking them how they might act in similar situations.
Encourage your child to express their feelings and thoughts about the story, affirming their responses to foster a deeper understanding.
Link the stories to family values and traditions, discussing how the lessons from the stories align with those values.
Use expressive voices and gestures while reading to make the stories more engaging and dynamic.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Compassion and Empathy
Explanation: The book illustrates how Jesus showed compassion and empathy towards others, teaching children through immersive storytelling to understand and share the feelings of another.
Real-World Application: Children can apply these lessons by showing kindness and understanding to their friends and family members, helping them become more considerate individuals.
Example Lesson: The importance of forgiveness
Explanation: Through stories of Jesus forgiving others, the book teaches children the power and importance of forgiveness, even in difficult situations.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children learn to forgive others who may have wronged them, promoting peaceful and positive interactions in their social environments.
Example Lesson: Courage and faith
Explanation: The encounters depicted show Jesus facing challenges with courage and faith, providing a model for children to be brave in the face of their own challenges.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to face fears and obstacles with courage, trusting their abilities and the support of those around them.
Example Lesson: The value of helping others
Explanation: Many stories in the book depict Jesus helping others in need, illustrating the importance and impact of selfless acts.
Real-World Application: This can motivate children to engage in acts of kindness and help those around them, fostering a sense of community and cooperation.
Example Lesson: The strength in humility
Explanation: Jesus is portrayed as a figure of great power yet humble, teaching kids that true strength lies in humility and modesty.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to remain humble despite their achievements and to treat everyone with equal respect, contributing to their moral development.