What We Are Learning In Babies :: January Week 1

We’re Learning… I can love like Jesus.
Bible Story: A Short Man (Zacchaeus) ● Luke 19:1-10

As a family, read “A Short Man (Zacchaeus)” in Luke 19:1-10 from a children’s Bible. (CLICK HERE for children’s Bible recommendations.) 

After reading the Bible story, complete the activity together:

Coloring Activity: 

Activity Supplies: Coloring page, crayons

Prep Instructions: Print the coloring page on regular paper and set the crayons out.

• Say, “Let’s color this picture to remember to love like Jesus!”

• Encourage your toddler to decorate the picture. When they finish, ask:

• “Who do you see in the picture?” (Jesus and Zacchaeus)

• “Jesus showed kindness to Zacchaeus. Can you love others like Jesus?” (yes)

• After the activity, say, “Great job! Who can love like Jesus?” and encourage your toddler to say, “I can love like Jesus!” 

• Then lead your toddler in prayer:
  “Dear Jesus, thank You for loving us! Please help us love others the way You do. We love You. In Jesus’ name, amen.”

📚ADD TO YOUR LIBRARY 📚

In addition to reading stories from the Bible each Sunday, we also read a book together that reinforces what we’re learning. This month, we’re reading “If Jesus Lived Inside My Heart.” If you’re looking for a faith-based book to add to your child’s library at home, you can learn more about this month’s book HERE!