What is God’s plan for us? Phil Vischer, founder of Jellyfish Labs and co-creator of the acclaimed VeggieTales, answers the question by looking at the book of Ephesians. With the help of some animated friends, Phil unpacks what it means to live the way God intends—for us and for the whole world.
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Use these questions to talk to your child about the message of Ephesians.
Then consider taking the so-what challenge to incorporate this session’s
message into your own life alongside your child.
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Ephesians 5:22–33, 6:1
“Children, obey your parents the way the Lord wants. This is the right thing to do.”
(Ephesians 6:1, ICB)
- What is a household? (More than just a family—it also included servants and workers.)
- Who had the most power in an ancient household? (The father.)
- How are men to love their wives? (Like Jesus loves us—willing to sacrifice for them.)
- What does Paul tell kids they need to do? (Obey their parents.)
- In a Christian family, why is it extra good to obey your parents? (Your mom and dad are the #1 way you will learn about Jesus.)
- Would the Bible kind of love—sacrificial love—make a family get along better or worse? Why?
SO WHAT?
For toddlers: When your toddler obeys you, encourage them by saying, “We love God when we obey!” Reinforce their obedience with encouragement.
For grade schoolers: Talk with your child about what it looks like to honor and obey their parents. Make a goal together for how they are to obey: immediately, completely, and with a cheerful heart. Encourage them when you notice them doing this.
For you: Reflect on your relationship with your spouse or employer. If you’re a husband, are you showing sacrificial love for your wife? If you are a wife, are you showing respect for your husband? If you are a worker, are you working with excellence, as toward the Lord? Set a goal this week on how you might do this with greater joy.