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FaithLaunch

FaithLaunch Discussion Starters

Discussion Starters

Introduction — These Bible passages and questions are sure to kick-start a conversation between you and your kids. Be sure to check out each unit on the FaithLaunch Web site for all the FaithLaunch lessons and specific games and activities.

Unit 1: Who is God?

God is our Creator. Read Genesis 1-2.

  • Name a few things you see right now that were created by God.

  • Where is your favorite place to visit? What did God create at or near this place?

  • What are some very unique animals God has created?

God is our Provider. Read Exodus 16:4-18.

  • How did God provide for the Israelites?

  • How has God provided for you? How has God provided for your family?

  • Pray and thank God for all of His blessings.

Unit 2: Who am I?

I am God’s creation. Read Psalm 139:13-16.

  • How much does God know about you?

  • List some of the ways God has made you special.

  • How does God show you that He cares about you?

Unit 3: The Bible

The Bible is eternal and gives light in a dark world. Read Psalm 119:89 and 105.

  • Why would you want to walk on a path that is well lit?

  • Why would you not want to walk on a path that is dark?

  • How can the Bible help you take the right path in life?

  • How can the Bible help you make decisions?

Unit 4: Our Enemy, Satan

Tempting us to sin and disobey is part of Satan’s scheme. Read Romans 8:5-8.

  • How do you think God feels when we disobey Him?

  • Think of a time when you made another person feel bad. What did you do? How did you make things right?

Unit 5: Our Savior, Jesus Christ

Jesus is the good shepherd. Read John 10:14-18.

  • Has anyone ever given up for you something that belonged to them? How did you feel?

  • What did Jesus do to prove His love for us?

  • Why do you think Jesus did this?

Unit 6: Heaven

Jesus has resurrection power. Read John 11:25-26.

  • What do we have to do in order to spend eternity with God?

  • What does it mean for us to go to heaven?

  • What do you think heaven will be like?

— Becky Elmstrand

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FaithLaunch Lessons
Introduction
Unit 1—God
Unit 2—Who Am I?
Unit 3—The Bible
Unit 4—Satan
Unit 5—Jesus
Unit 6—Heaven Bound?


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A wealth of materials for each unit lesson to rev up your child's FaithLaunch learning experience.

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