Read
Luke 5:1-11, focusing on verse 6
Matthew 19:26
Matthew 17:20
Mark 11:24
Ephesians 3:20
Respond
Early Childhood
- Jesus filled the nets with lots of fish!
- Can Jesus do big things? (Yes!)
- What big thing would you like to ask Jesus for?
Elementary
- Why was this miracle surprising?
- What impossible situation do you want to trust Jesus with?
- How has Jesus done more than you expected?
Pray
"Jesus, You can do anything. Help us believe that You are powerful and able to do more than we can imagine. Amen."
Activity
More Than Expected: Give each family member a handful of small objects (buttons, blocks, pennies, cereal pieces, etc.). Ask, “How many do you think are in your hand?” Count the objects together and compare your guesses. Talk about how the disciples expected a normal catch of fish, but Jesus gave them far more than they imagined. Jesus is powerful and can do amazing things.
Big Prayer Challenge: Ask each family member to think of one person or situation that seems impossible. Pray together every day this week and encourage someone by telling them, "We're praying for you because nothing is impossible for Jesus."
Read
Luke 5:1-11, focusing on verse 5
Prov 3:5-6
Psalm 56:3
John 14:1
Hebrews 13:5-6
Mark 5:36
Respond
Early Childhood
- Peter said, "Because You say so, I will." Is trusting and obeying always easy? Why?
- Have you ever trusted someone to help you?
- Can we trust Jesus? (Yes!)
Elementary
- Why did Peter obey even after fishing all night?
- When is it hard to trust Jesus?
- What does it look like to obey even when you are unsure?
Pray
"Jesus, when we feel afraid or confused, help us trust You and obey what You say. Amen."
Activity
Blind Trust Walk: One person closes their eyes while another gently leads them through the room. Talk about how Jesus leads us safely.
Family Challenge: As a family, choose one thing that requires trusting Jesus this week. It could be praying for a need before you see an answer, showing kindness to someone who isn't kind to you, inviting a friend to church, or helping someone even when it feels uncomfortable. At the end of the week, share how you saw Jesus help you trust Him.
Read
Luke 5:1-11, focusing on verse 4
Hebrews 11:1
Joshua 1:9
Proverbs 3:5-6
Respond
Early Childhood
- Jesus said, "Go deeper”, try something new. Have you ever been scared to try something new?
- Jesus is with us. What brave thing can you do?
Elementary
- Why might Peter have felt unsure about going deeper?
- What does faith mean?
- What is one step Jesus may be asking you to take?
Pray
"Jesus, help us trust You when You ask us to do something new or scary. Give us courage to take the next step. Amen."
Activity
Faith Steps: Cut out paper footprints. Write one brave step on each footprint (invite a friend to church, pray out loud, help someone). Walk across the room stepping on each one.
Take a Brave Step: Do one kind thing that takes courage. Introduce yourself to a new neighbor, invite someone to church, write an encouraging note, or pray with a friend.
Read one or more of the following
Luke 5:1-11, focusing on verses 1-3
1 Peter 4:10
Exodus 4:2
Ephesians 3:17-8
Respond
Early Childhood
- What did Jesus use? (Peter's boat)
- What do you have that Jesus can use?
- How can we make room for Jesus in our hearts?
Elementary
- Why do you think Jesus asked to use Peter's boat?
- What gifts, talents, or possessions has God given you?
- How can you use those things to help others know Jesus?
Pray
"Jesus, thank You for giving us special gifts and abilities. Help us use what we have for You and make room in our hearts for You every day. Amen."
Activity
Boat of Blessings: Draw a boat. Inside the boat, write or draw things God has given your family (kindness, toys, talents, time, home). Talk about how Jesus can use each one.
Share What You Have: Choose one item you have extra of (a toy, book, baked treat, flowers from your yard, or even your time) and give it to someone who could use encouragement. Tell them, "Jesus loves you, and we wanted to share with you."
