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.
Read Again
Ephesians 1:1–11
“And before the world was made, God decided to make us his own children through Jesus Christ. That was what he wanted and what pleased him.” (Ephesians 1:5, ICB)
- What’s the amazing gift we’ve been given, according to Paul? (“Forever kind of lives” with God as His sons and daughters.)
- What’s the new big word we learned? (Reconciliation.)
- What does reconciliation mean? (Turning enemies into friends.)
- What was broken when Adam and Eve disobeyed? (Their relationships with God.)
- Does God want our relationships to be broken? (No, He wants to be friends.)
- Have you noticed anything broken about the world? Have you ever had a friend become an enemy?
SO WHAT?
For toddlers: Build a structure together using blocks or Duplo cubes. Knock it down together, then practice saying, “God puts broken things back together!” as you rebuild it.
For grade schoolers: Ask, “How do you think enemies become friends?” Discuss what kinds of things a person can do to turn an enemy into a friend.
For you: Is there a broken relationship in your life? Reach out to an estranged friend and take the first step toward reconciliation.