Service
The meaning of service (verb) is: “an activity done for others. It comes in many forms, such as helping, comforting, cooperating, and sharing. All of these are action-oriented towards another for their benefit and support. So when you serve, it’s not about you or how you can benefit..”
Thoughts for the half term:
Tip 1: Define service. We can start by defining the word “serve.” Read the dictionary definition. The word “serve” can mean to offer food, to help, to spend time, to work, to give honor, and to be obedient.
Tip 2: Use your gifts. God has given us all gifts to serve him. Whether it’s singing, writing or art we can use our gifts to give God glory. Talk to the children about how they can use their gift to serve God.
Tip 3: Share something. Talk about the idea of donating and how it benefits others. Ask each family member to pick out some thing(s) in good condition they would like to share. This could include gently used toys, clothes, books, or craft supplies. Go as a family to donate these items to an organization that helps others. Discuss how sharing with others is a great way to show demonstrate God’s unselfish love.
Tip 4: Serve others. Give the the children ways to engage in service to others. For example, make cards that share a scripture to mail or give away, mow the neighbors lawn, make cookies, call the elderly and read to them over video.
Tip 5: Pray for others. Praying for others seems a simple way of serving God, but it’s such a powerful way! Jesus Himself was often found in prayer even though He’s the Son of God.
Look at the sheet at the bottom of the page and talk about courage with your children.