Phil Vischer, Founder of Jellyfish Labs and co-creator of the acclaimed VeggieTales, dives into the book of Philippians to answer the question, “Where does joy come from?” With the help of some animated friends, Phil unpacks what it means to live with joy both in times of happiness and in times of sadness.
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Use these questions to talk to your child about the message of Philippians.
Then consider taking the so-what challenge to incorporate this session’s
message into your own life alongside your child.
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Philippians 4:8–9
“Brothers, continue to think about the things that are good and worthy of praise. Think about the things that are true and honorable and right and pure and beautiful and respected.” (Philippians 4:8, ICB)
1. What is this whole section of Philippians about? (How to live. It’s about what should come out of our lives if we’re following Jesus.)
2. Paul tells us to think about things that are good and pure and beautiful. Does that mean we have to ignore bad news? (No. We should never ignore it when others are hurting.)
3. Then what does Paul mean? (He means when we look for examples of how to live, look for examples that are good, pure, and beautiful.)
4. Is it wrong to read stories where bad people do bad things? (Only if the bad things are being called “good,” or good things are being called “bad.”)
5. Can you think of a movie where someone does bad things? Did the movie say those things were “bad” or “good”?
SO WHAT?
For Toddlers
Make up a simple song with the line, “Let’s think about what is good and beautiful,” and sing it with your child.
For Grade Schoolers
Work with your child to memorize Philippians 4:8. Encourage him or her to use it as a reminder to think on what God tells us is good, pure, and beautiful.
For You
Who are your examples? Who do you look to in order to learn how best to follow Jesus? Spend some time considering whether or not you dwell on what is good, pure, and beautiful. And make changes where necessary.