July 2026

Week One

The Story of the Farmer
Matthew 13:1-23

Jesus tells a story about a farmer who scatters seed to teach us to listen and do what Jesus says.

Week Two

The Parable of the Bags of Gold
Matthew 25:14-30

Jesus wants us to use what we have to help God’s kingdom grow, so He tells a story about a helper who hides his bag of gold.

Week Three

The Servant Who Had No Mercy
Matthew 18:21-35

Jesus tells a story about a king who is kind and forgiving and a man who is not, because Jesus wants us to forgive others.

Week Four

The Story of the Widow Who Would Not Give Up
Luke 18:1-8

Jesus wants us to pray and talk to God, so He tells a story about a woman who asks a judge to help her and never gives up.

MEMORY VERSE

"Put God’s kingdom first" 
Matthew 6:33 NIrV

ENGAGE IN EVERYDAY MOMENTS TOGETHER

Morning Time

When you go into your child’s room, cuddle them and say: "Good morning [child's name]! Today is a great day to listen and do what Jesus says."

Drive Time

While on the go, point out different street signs and how they tell us what to do. Say: "When we listen and do what Jesus says, God's kingdom grows!"

Cuddle Time

Cuddle with your child and pray: "God, thank You for Jesus. Thank you that He teaches us about You and Your kingdom."

Bath Time

As you give your child a bath, play a game of Simon Says. Tell them to listen and do what you say. Say, "Touch your nose. Pat your head. Wiggle your fingers." Then say, "When you listen and do what Jesus says, God's kingdom grows!"