Genesis 27:1—28:5; 28:10—29:20; 32:1—33:4; 35:9-15
Family Do Over At:
At some point, everyone has wished to take back something that was said or done and start all over. One of the most plaguing consequences of sin is being unable to forget what was done. It is often hard to forgive, much less to forget about it and move on. Fortunately, that is not the case with God. His love and mercy are all-encompassing. He wants to forgive you when you sin and give you a chance to begin afresh and anew. God’s forgiveness is evident throughout the pages of Scripture.
Parents have the privilege of representing God to their children in tangible ways. Are you providing an accurate portrayal when it comes to forgiveness? Remember these key points:
• God’s forgiveness is for everyone. Because you have been forgiven
of much, you must also forgive.
• God’s forgiving nature does not give you the freedom to sin, but the freedom from sin. God will convict and forgive you of your sin, restore you, help you accept the consequences of sin, and help you choose to do the things that are pleasing to Him.
Model God’s forgiveness as you …
• Forgive your children. This does not mean remove all consequences.
Family Do Over At:
At some point, everyone has wished to take back something that was said or done and start all over. One of the most plaguing consequences of sin is being unable to forget what was done. It is often hard to forgive, much less to forget about it and move on. Fortunately, that is not the case with God. His love and mercy are all-encompassing. He wants to forgive you when you sin and give you a chance to begin afresh and anew. God’s forgiveness is evident throughout the pages of Scripture.
Parents have the privilege of representing God to their children in tangible ways. Are you providing an accurate portrayal when it comes to forgiveness? Remember these key points:
• God’s forgiveness is for everyone. Because you have been forgiven
of much, you must also forgive.
• God’s forgiving nature does not give you the freedom to sin, but the freedom from sin. God will convict and forgive you of your sin, restore you, help you accept the consequences of sin, and help you choose to do the things that are pleasing to Him.
Model God’s forgiveness as you …
• Forgive your children. This does not mean remove all consequences.
• Ask your children to forgive you when you are wrong. This requires humility, honesty, and spiritual sensitivity.
• Forgive others. Co-workers, politicians, a rude cashier, or the driver who cuts you off on the road may do wrong by you or make you angry. How you choose to respond reveals your willingness to forgive.
• Forgive others. Co-workers, politicians, a rude cashier, or the driver who cuts you off on the road may do wrong by you or make you angry. How you choose to respond reveals your willingness to forgive.
Act On It!
On a sunny day, take paint brushes and cups of water outside with your children. Allow them to
paint the sidewalk, walls, and other outdoor things with the water. As they paint, encourage them to watch what happens as the water dries. Call for your children to join you on the sidewalk or patio. Using a small amount of water on the paint brush, paint the word “sin” on the ground. Observe as the word disappears.
Say: “When you ask God to forgive you, your sin is gone forever. The Bible says God doesn’t even remember your sin again once you ask Him to forgive you.” Explain that God wants them to be willing to forgive others when they ask for forgiveness.
Pray aloud as the children water paint. Thank God for His forgiveness and ask Him to help your family be willing to forgive others.
paint the sidewalk, walls, and other outdoor things with the water. As they paint, encourage them to watch what happens as the water dries. Call for your children to join you on the sidewalk or patio. Using a small amount of water on the paint brush, paint the word “sin” on the ground. Observe as the word disappears.
Say: “When you ask God to forgive you, your sin is gone forever. The Bible says God doesn’t even remember your sin again once you ask Him to forgive you.” Explain that God wants them to be willing to forgive others when they ask for forgiveness.
Pray aloud as the children water paint. Thank God for His forgiveness and ask Him to help your family be willing to forgive others.
Key Verse:
Look, I am with you and will watch over you wherever you go … for I will not leave you until I have done what I have promised you. Genesis 28:15
Look, I am with you and will watch over you wherever you go … for I will not leave you until I have done what I have promised you. Genesis 28:15
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