The One Year Devotions for Active Boys
#2 of 2 in The Year Series
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What’s inside...
This fun devotional includes 365 upbeat devotions, each with a special twist or dose of humor to keep active boys engaged. The devotions combine Scripture and a spiritual message with jokes, riddles, puzzles, and hands-on activities to engage tween boys. The devotions help boys find how real people interacted with God and help them discover solutions to contemporary issues. Each devotion will help guide a young man in developing a lifetime habit of learning from the Bible. Themes include how to navigate the Bible, make good choices, discern God's will, use good and uplifting language, avoid temptation, choose good friends, trust God, and more.
Discussion points
What is one way you could help a friend today, just like a character in the story?
How do you think the character felt when they faced a challenge? Have you ever felt the same way?
What's one new thing you learned from today's devotion?
If you could give advice to one of the characters, what would you tell them and why?
How can we apply the lessons from today's story to our daily life?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use the devotions as a daily bonding moment, setting aside a specific time to read and discuss together.
Encourage your child to visualize the stories by asking them to draw scenes or characters.
Relate the devotions to personal experiences or current events to make the themes more relevant and engaging.
Praise your child's insights and thoughts to boost their confidence in sharing and reflecting.
Ask your child to guess what might happen next or to think of alternative endings to develop their predictive and creative thinking skills.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of Perseverance
Explanation: The book features stories and activities that encourage boys to persist through challenges and setbacks.
Real-World Application: Children learn to keep trying in their academic studies or sports, even when they find it difficult.
Example Lesson: Value of Teamwork
Explanation: Many stories in the book highlight working together with others to achieve a common goal.
Real-World Application: Children can practice teamwork in group projects at school or in team sports, learning to collaborate and value each other's input.
Example Lesson: Respect for Nature
Explanation: The devotions include elements that teach boys the importance of caring for the environment.
Real-World Application: This lesson prepares children to be environmentally conscious by participating in recycling programs or cleanup drives.
Example Lesson: Spiritual Growth
Explanation: Through daily devotions, boys are encouraged to reflect on their spiritual beliefs and understand their personal values.
Real-World Application: This introspection helps children in making thoughtful decisions and developing a strong moral compass.
Example Lesson: Building Healthy Habits
Explanation: The activities and stories promote physical activity and mental well-being.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to adopt routines that include regular exercise and mental health breaks, fostering overall well-being.