This series is meant to teach the kids how Jesus wants us to live as illustrated through his parables. Our hope is that the kids would walk away with a better understanding of how Jesus wants us to live through the illustrations Jesus used in the parables.

In the teaching video, the Skuppets and some of their friends spend some time around the campfire sharing stories including their own parable. Our hope is that by the end of the video the children understand why Jesus taught that week’s parable and how he wants them to live.

Series Bible Verse | To those who listen to my teaching, more understanding will be given, and they will have an abundance in knowledge   Matthew 13:12A 

Lesson 1 | I will forgive others!

Bible Story: The Parable of the Merciful Servant

Lesson 2 | Big Idea: I can choose to belong to God’s family.

Bible Story: The Parable of the Lost Sheep

Lesson 3 | Big Idea: I will obey God with my whole heart.

Bible Story: The Parable of the Two Sons

Lesson 4 | Big Idea: The most important thing in life is a relationship with Jesus.

Bible Story: The Parable of the Wealthy Man

Lesson 5 | Big Idea: I will care for others.

Bible Story: The Parable of the Good Samaritan

In addition to visual media, the following elements are provided for download with the curriculum package:

• Program Outline – a written guide for leaders to teach from during the service
• Classroom Bible Story Teaching Tool and Printable Assets
• Craft Instructions and Printable Assets
• Coloring Pages
• Fully assembled Keynote and PowerPoint presentations that correspond with the Program Outline