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 3:1–16
“All I want is to know Christ and the power of his rising from death. I want to share in Christ’s sufferings and become like him in his death.” (Philippians 3:10, ICB)
1. What was Paul most proud of before he met Jesus? (How good he was at following all the rules.)
2. Rather than being good at following rules, Paul has a new goal. What is it? (To be like Jesus.)
3. What does the word “Christian” mean? (“Little Christ”…or “Christ One.” Someone who is like Jesus.)
4. Paul says he’s looking forward to his prize. What prize is he talking about? (New life. “Forever life” with God.)
5. Did you know you can have the same prize Paul was so excited about? And you can’t earn it. It’s a gift! Have you ever asked God to give you that gift?
SO WHAT?
For Toddlers
Make up a simple song with your child and sing together about how you want “forever life with God” as your prize.
For Grade Schoolers
Ask your child to recall the best gift they’ve ever received. Talk with him or her about what it means to receive forever life with God as a free gift.
For You
As you think on your life, are you still proud of your obedience to the rules? Does your pride conflict with your love for Christ in this way? Make a conscious effort to surrender that to God this week and walk in His freely given grace.