The phrase, “found grace in the eyes of the Lord (Moses 8:27), has at least two meanings that can bless our families. One is that Noah lived in a way that allowed the Lord to strengthen him and his family during difficult circumstances. A second meaning is that Noah discovered the peace that comes from looking at life through God’s eyes. By looking at life with an eternal perspective, Noah “walked with God, as did also his three sons” (Moses 8:27) even in a world filled with wickedness.
Though our families face trials and temptations that might draw us away from God, we can choose to see each other as a forever family right now. By living with an eternal perspective every day, we can find strength through our trials and grow closer to each other and to our Savior.
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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
In Moses 8, we learn that Noah “prophesied and taught the things of God” (Moses 8:16). The people did not listen, which is why God sent the flood. As you read this chapter, pay attention to some of the things Noah taught the people. Unscramble those teachings in the Build the Ark Scramble Puzzle. Discuss how these things help us build up our own personal arks or protection against evil.
Hands-On Activity
To help the scriptures come to life, grab two paper plates, the printable animals, and follow the instructions for the Noah’s Ark Craft. Read the story of Noah’s Ark in Genesis 6-9 and use your craft to help tell the story. Talk about why God sent the flood and why Noah and his family were saved.
Surprise Activity
For a tasty (and scripture-related) treat, make Noah’s Ark Banana Boats or Rainbow Snacks. Discuss the things that you have learned from the story of Noah and what you can do to follow Noah’s example. For a fun and silly discussion, talk about the animals you would put on your ark if you had to build one.
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For kids ages 1-4 at home and in nursery or sunbeams.
Hands-On Activity
Teach that Noah was a prophet who told the people to repent, but they did not listen. God warned Noah that the wicked people would be destroyed by a flood. Noah built a large ship called an ark and gathered two of every kind of animal. Read Genesis 6:19-20. Because the people did not repent, a great flood came upon the Earth. Noah and his family were safe on the ark. Play the Noah’s Ark Bag and Matching Game with your child. Talk about the different animals that were on the ark. Sing verse three of “Follow the Prophet” (Children’s Songbook, p. 110). Share your testimony that when we listen to the prophet and repent, we will be blessed, just like Noah and his family.
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Joseph’s forgiveness of his brothers did not come after they had paid restitution or offered an apology. He forgave them the moment he realized they had changed from their jealous ways when they offered themselves in place of Benjamin for punishment. How overwhelming it must have been for Joseph to see such love amongst his brothers. His forgiveness came with no strings attached: “be not grieved, nor angry with yourselves” (Genesis 45:5).
In every moment of Joseph’s story, God was with him. From his brothers’ betrayal and serving Potiphar, to a friend of Pharaoh and the savior of his family, at no time was Joseph forgotten by God. Through the good and the bad, he trusted that God knew who he was and had faith that everything would be all right.
Abraham’s posterity was promised many blessings of eternal significance, but that didn’t mean everything would be perfect. His grandsons, Jacob and Esau, fought over who should inherit their father’s birthright. Relatives lied to and tricked each other. The prophet’s very own family was dysfunctional, yet that didn’t stop those who were righteous from striving to follow Jesus Christ.