During Awanas we emphasize the importance of obedience to the kids, obedience to their parents, to their leaders and to all of those in authority over them. For the most part, the kids do a fine job of obeying. Tonight we read about how even the wind and waves obeyed Jesus. The disciples of Jesus were learning who this Jesus is. They had seen him heal the sick and perform other miracles. Now He will show them that He has power over all of creation.Jesus had been teaching for a long time and was very tired. Jesus said that they should row over to the other side of the lake. While out on the lakeJesus fell asleep, getting some much needed rest as the gentle rocking of the boat made for a peaceful sleep. However, a storm blow up quickly as it often did on the Sea of Galilee. Jesus continued to sleep in spite of the rough water as wave pounded the boat. In fear of drowning, the disciples woke Jesus and said “Teacher! Don’t You care that we are going to drown?” Jesus got up said three words, Peace!Be still! Immediately the wind stopped and the sea was calm. What do you think the disciples said then? You can find out by reading it in the Gospel of Mark Chapter 4 verse 35 – 41.
The bible is full of exciting history about God’s plan to save us and His son Jesus, the creator of the world who controls the wind and the waves. (and anything else He wants!) Join us Sunday morning to hear more about our loving God and the plans He has for you.
Also, mark your calendars for Sunday night March 21st. We will be roller skating in Macomb at 5PM. Pizza will be served after skating.
Remember you are always welcome to have dinner with us and share in the fun. Please visit our web site at fbclittletonil.org to learn more about the First Baptist Church of Littleton, Awanas and other activities we provide.
It was great to hear about Camp Manitoumi last week.If you missed the night and still want to know more about camp, you can check out their web site at http://manitoumi.com. Last week we began telling of Jesus ministry on earth. He is both God and man. A man that did not sin even when temped by the devil himself. Without sin Jesus could be the perfect sacrifice needed to pay for our sins for all who believe.
This week the Sparkies learned of how Jesus met both the spiritual need of the people but also met the physical needs. A great crowd of people had followed Jesus to see His miracles and hear His words. Jesus saw this crowd of 5,000 men plus women and children as sheep needing a Shepard. Jesus taught them until it was evening and late. The people were hungry. Jesus used this opportunity to teach His disciples that He could do whatever He wanted because He is God. He took five loaves of bread and two fish and feed the whole crowd! Everyone had as much as they wanted and there was more left over than what they had started with. Jesus had feed them not only with the bread of the earth but with the bread of heaven. That bread is the words of God. It teaches us the right and best way to live. You can read the whole story in the Gospel of John chapter 6. Also, mark your calendars for Sunday night March 21st. We will be roller skating in Macomb at 5PM. Pizza will be served after skating.
Remember you are always welcome to have dinner with us and share in the fun. Please visit our web site at fbclittletonil.org to learn more about the First Baptist Church of Littleton, Awanas and other activities we provide.
Tonight was our camp night. John Kealen, the director of the camp came to speak to the Awana clubbers about camp. Thanks to all of the guest who came to hear about CampManitoumi. If you missed the night and still want to know more about camp, you can check out their web site at http://manitoumi.com. There are camp weeks for kids 3rd through 12th grade and family camp days. The camp also offers other weekend retreats for adults. Remember the kids can earn their way to a fun week at camp by working on their books.
The Sparkies had the opportunities to begin the lessons that Jesus taught while He walked on the earth. Our lesson tonight talked about how Jesus was both God and man. He was tempted just as we have been tempted but He did not sin. Our lessons this year have pointed to the Bible as the true historical account of how God had a plan from the beginning to bring us, a sinful people, back into a right relationship with Him. This could only be accomplishedby a sinless Jesus taking the punishment for the sins that you and I have committed. Because God is just and has to punish sin, some one must be punished. Jesus stood in our place and took that punishment so that God would see us as if we had never sinned. It’s the only way we can stand it the presence of a perfect and holy God! The whole Bible is God’s rescue plan with Jesus as the savior. It’s the only way, but don’t take my word for it. Read it for yourself in the Bible. Start with the Gospel of John and call us with your questions.
Remember you are always welcome to have dinner with us and share in the fun. Please visit our web site at fbclittletonil.org to learn more about the First Baptist Church of Littleton, Awanas and other activities we provide.
Our questions for the kids tonight were can you swim and do you like fishing? Tonight we read the story of Jonah. Jonah was a prophet of God long ago. God used prophets to tell the people messages that He wanted them to hear. They did not have the Bible as we do today. The bible tells us all that we need to know to live lives that are pleasing to God. Jonah did not want to do what God said. In fact, he even tried to run away from God, how silly! God allowed Jonah time to think about how he should obey God while he sat for three days in the belly of a fish. That’s right a big fish! Jonah changed his mind and decided to obey God. We found out that God had more to teach Jonah. Have you ever tried to run or hide from God? God can do as He likes and will put us in situations where we only have one option, which is to seek Him for help. It’s always better to obey God and do things His way. When we try to do it without God, we find ourselves in tight situations in our relationships, our finances and our relationship with God. When we do it God’s way, it always turns out better! You can read the whole story of Jonah in the Bible in the book of Jonah. It’s very short but tells us a lot about God.
Next week we have John Kealen coming to The First Baptist to tell all about summer camp. John is the director of CampManitumi. If your child finishes his book, they can earn a week at the camp. Swimming, horse back riding fun games and time to get to know the great God who saved Jonah from the belly of a big fish. It’s a fun week for all. Please plan to come next week to hear John and see the presentation about the camp.
Remember you are always welcome to have dinner with us and share in the fun. Please visit our web site at fbclittletonil.org to learn more about the First Baptist Church of Littleton, Awanas and other activities we provide.
This week we read the story of how Mary was told of how she would be the mother of Jesus and of His humble beginnings. The story of Christ’s birth is the most amazing story that has ever been told. In the gospel of Luke Chapter 2, it tells of the birth of the Son of God in a lowly stable with farm animals. Can you imagine the king of all creation being born in a barn! Yet that is how God decided that it would happen and Jesus would come to know and feel all that you and I feel with one exception. He did not sin. That is how He could be the perfect savior, paying the price for the sins of the world. You see Jesus had to come to earth as a baby to be both God and man. If we could save ourselves through the good things that we do, there would have been no need for Jesus to come to earth as a man, suffer and die. At Christmas, we celebrate the fulfillment of the promise that God made to Adam & Eve at the beginning. Jesus would defeat Satan and save all of those that will trust Him as the one to take the punishment that we deserve. If you have not made that commitment to do it Jesus’ way (verse your own way) now is the time! God’s way is the best way for you and your children.
We are planning a Christmas caroling and party night on December 23th at 7PM. This will be a fun time of bring joy to people in our area with songs of the season. It is also a great time to join in on the fun. There will not be a meal that night (there will be cookies and drinks after caroling) and the buses will not be running. This is a time when we ask family and friend to be a special part of the Awana night. Please dress warmly and anticipate lots of fun!
Remember you are always welcome to have dinner with us and share in the fun. Please visit our web site at fbclittletonil.org to learn more about the First Baptist Church of Littleton, Awanas and other activities we provide.
In spite of the miraculous deeds and wonders that God did for and in the site of the Israelites, they failed to trust God. It’s hard to believe that after the crossing of the Red Sea, the daily supply of food and water and many other signs and wonders God performed for them, they still did not believe that God could do whatever he wanted and would for his people. Therefore, God punished the Israelites by having them spend 40 years in the desert. That time is now at an end and they are entering the Promised Land, but the city of Jericho is in their way. God is going to show them that He is powerful enough to do what ever He wants. He tells the Israelite to march around the city once a day for six days in silence except for the horns of the priest. On the seventh day, they are to march around the city seven times. At the end they are to shout. At that moment the walls of the city fell down and the army of Israel took hold of the city. By this God showed them that it was He that conquered the city, not by the horns and shouts of the people. By these examples we know that God is all powerful and can do what He wants. He still does great and marvelous things today in the lives of those who trust and obey Him. He can do that for you if you will trust in Jesus to take the punishment for your sins. You can read the whole story in the book of Joshua chapter 6.
We are still looking for veterans to be honored at our Veteran’s Day service. Everyone is invited. We would like to know who the veterans are that are coming and have some information on them. We have sent fliers home, but if you don’t have a flier please call the church and let us know if you are able to be there.
Remember you are always welcome to have dinner with us and share in the fun. Please visit our web site at fbclittletonil.org to learn more about the First Baptist Church of Littleton, Awanas and other activities we provide.
Our story of Mosses continued as he leads the Israelites into the desert. God was providing for them each day with food and water. God lead them with a pillar of cloud by day and a pillar of fire at night. These pillars were there to lead them and show that God was always with them but, wait it gets better! God was going to speak directly to the nation of Israel. They were given three days to prepare. God Himself came down on Mount Sinai. The Israelites found out that this was more than they expected. Being in the presence of their creator who was directly speaking to them was more than they wanted. It was a very frightening experience. God was going to give them His rules to live by for their good. But, rules did more than tell them what to do and what not to do, they were to show all of us that we are sinfulcan’t follow all of the rules all of the time. By knowing what is right and wrong, they will see that they do not measure up to God’s standard and deserve to be punished. The only way to avoid this punishment and be right with God is to have someone take the punishment for them. That someone is Jesus for all who accept Him as the one who will save them from the punishment they deserve. You can read the story in the book of Exodus chapters 19 and 20.
As the weather turns cold, be sure to have your children dress appropriately. There were over 50 kids plus 20 adults in church last week. It can be hard to keep track every glove and mitten. There is a lost and found in the church if hats and gloves are miss placed.
Remember you are always welcome to have dinner with us and share in the fun. Last week we had Colorado Hot Dogs! Please visit our web site at fbclittletonil.org to learn more about the First Baptist Church of Littleton, Awanas and other activities we provide.
Last week our story time focused on the sin that came into the world through Adam & Eve and how that separated us from the relationship with God. We also pointed out that God made a way for us to have that relationship restored by our belief in Jesus as our one and only way to be with God again, just as Adam and Eve were in Garden of Eden. (Genesis Chapter 3)
Be sure to help your child work on their memory verses. This will help them to have a better time and give them a feeling of accomplishment. Also be sure to have them bring their books or Sparks Gate to Awanas so that we can record it when they complete each section. They will be receiving awards as they complete sections and we want all of them to have this opportunity. We have found out that they will do much better if they have support at home in learning their verses.
Finally, thanks to everyone who sent their parental consent form back. We appreciate your cooperation. If you have not signed one of these forms, ask your child for the form that we have sent home with them. Please visit our web site atwww.fbclittletonil.orgto learn more information about our church, AWANA and other activities we provide.
