How did Moses prepare the Israelites to make covenants with the Lord? We read in Exodus 25 that God gave commandments to His people to help them be ready for greater covenant blessings when He would “dwell among them” (Exodus 25:8). Even though the Israelites struggled to keep these commandments, they were eventually blessed as they remained true to the Lord. We will also receive all promised blessings as we live our lives in faithfulness.
Keeping commandments daily does not mean we see an immediate relief from trials or obtain blessings right away. However, it does guarantee we can live in peace now as we feel the presence of our Father in Heaven each day.
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We have some great activities and resources to help assist you in celebrating a Christ-centered Easter this year! We recommend picking the activities that work best for you and your family. We think just a few activities will allow you to celebrate Easter, but also allow you time to focus on our Savior and what He has done for us. Our hope is that you will find something meaningful for your family to help celebrate this special holiday!
Scripture Study
Read Exodus 32:1-8, 19-24 as a family. Discuss what the Israelites had done and how we sometimes worship worldly things today, too. Complete the Things We Idolize Today activity page by following the instructions included on the page (pp. 3–4).
Hands-On Activity
Read Exodus 31:13 as a family and have a discussion on the Sabbath day. What we do on Sunday and other days shows Heavenly Father how we feel about Him. As the scripture says, it’s a sign. Ask yourself and your family, “What sign are we showing God by going to church?” Use the I Love You! sign to write or draw what you do to show your love for the Lord.
Surprise Activity
This week, two activities will help your family review the Ten Commandments from Exodus 20:3-17. First, follow the instructions to cut out and fold the Ten Commandments Chatterbox. Take turns selecting a section and see who can name all Ten Commandments. Next, cut apart the Ten Commandments Puzzle to continue your review.
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For kids ages 1-4 at home and in nursery or sunbeams.
Family Activity
Help your child make a “treasure” box by decorating a small container with markers and stickers. Collect small rocks, buttons, coins, or other small objects to place in the treasure box. Explain that a “treasure” is something very valuable and precious. We are Heavenly Father’s treasure because we are His children. Read Exodus 19:5 and discuss how we can feel Heavenly Father’s love for us by seeing all the wonderful things He has given us. Sing “My Heavenly Father Loves Me” (Children’s Songbook, pg. 228) and share your testimony that Heavenly Father loves all of His children.
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By the time the Israelites had their third king, the nation split into two groups: the 10 tribes in the north, forming the Kingdom of Israel, and the remaining two tribes in the south, forming the Kingdom of Judah. The Lord called a mighty prophet, Elijah, to remind His people of their true King: Jehovah (Jesus Christ). Elijah testified to the people that their idol worship was taking them farther away from God.
Going from tabernacle to temple was a big deal for the Israelites. So big, in fact, that even those building the temple had to be worthy of the task. David’s sin in his lust for Bathsheba disqualified him to build the Lord’s house, resulting in his son Solomon completing it. For building the temple with a pure heart, the Lord promised Solomon that so long as he kept the commandments, “I will dwell among the children of Israel, and will not forsake my people” (1 Kings 6:13).
The story of David versus Goliath teaches many important principles, with one being that if we try our best and have real faith in God, He will help us make the most of our efforts. Though an army was present and he was offered the king’s armor, David brought his sling and his belief that the Lord would prevail through him. It was enough: “the Lord saveth not with sword and spear” (1 Samuel 17:47) but with trust and hope.