Israel’s evil kings: Choosing idols over God

Jonah: A story of obedience and mercy

When God called Jonah to go to Nineveh, Jonah ran the other way. What followed was a story of storms, a great fish, reluctant obedience, and God’s incredible mercy. We explore how God pursued Jonah despite his disobedience and extended compassion to the people of Nineveh. We’re reminded that God’s mercy is greater than we often imagine and that His desire is for all people to know Him. As parents, we discuss how to help our kids see others through God’s eyes and faithfully make Him known to everyone.

The prophet Elisha: Carrying forward God’s truth

As Elijah’s ministry came to an end, God appointed Elisha to continue proclaiming His truth and pointing people back to Him. We explore the relationship between Elijah and Elisha, the miracles God performed through Elisha, and how those miracles revealed God’s power and compassion. We’re reminded that faithful people leave lasting legacies, and that the people we follow shape who we become. As parents, we reflect on how to model godliness, invest in the next generation, and help our kids begin thinking about the kind of legacy they want to leave.

Elijah confronts Ahab: Truth that leads to humility

As we continue through the story of Israel’s wicked kings, we return to King Ahab, who repeatedly rejected God’s truth, even after witnessing His power. Yet through Elijah’s bold words and God’s continued pursuit, Ahab was eventually humbled before the Lord. We explore the role of truth, repentance, and humility in restoring a broken relationship with God. We also talk about how parents can model humility, help their kids receive correction well, and point their families toward a daily relationship with Jesus.

Elijah and the Prophets of Baal: Following the One True God

In 1 Kings 18-19, the prophet Elijah confronted King Ahab and the people of Israel for worshiping Baal. On Mount Carmel, Elijah challenged the false prophets to a showdown that revealed once and for all who the one true God is. We explore Elijah’s courage, God’s powerful response, and the difference between simply knowing about God and truly following Him. As parents, we reflect on how to lead our families toward wholehearted worship in a world full of distractions and competing influences.

Israel’s evil kings: Choosing idols over God

After the kingdom divided, Israel’s kings led the people further away from God. We look at how Jeroboam’s fear and self-focus led him to create idols, causing an entire nation to turn from the one true God. We explore how idolatry can take root in our own lives when we prioritize anything above Him. As parents, we talk about how to help our kids enjoy the good gifts God gives without letting those things take His place, and how to keep our hearts centered on Christ, the true King who leads us rightly.