PARENTS
PARENTS RESPONSIBILITIES
It is the ultimate responsibility of Parents to Teach Their Children about God. This responsibility is also of the church and the Christian community.
Christian traditions emphasize that parents have a primary responsibility to teach their children about God, especially about Jesus, guiding them in faith, morals, and understanding of Scripture. This responsibility is seen as both spiritual and practical, shaping a child’s worldview, character, and relationship with God from an early age. Here’s a breakdown of this responsibility:
- Deuteronomy 6:6-7 encourages parents to impress God’s commandments on their children, teaching them diligently at all times—at home, while traveling, and during daily life.
- Ephesians 6:4 instructs fathers (and by extension, parents) not to provoke their children to anger but to bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord.
- Proverbs 22:6 highlights the importance of guiding a child in the way they should go so that they remember it throughout life.
- Teaching children about Jesus involves sharing His life, death, resurrection, and teachings, helping them understand His love, grace, and example.
- Parents can nurture a personal relationship between their child and Jesus through prayer, Bible stories, and example.
- Daily Devotionals: Short Bible readings or stories appropriate for the child’s age.
- Prayer Together: Teaching children to pray and thanking God for daily blessings.
- Living by Example: Modeling Christ-like behavior in honesty, kindness, forgiveness, and service.
- Church and Community: Encouraging participation in church activities, Sunday school, or youth groups.
- Discussion and Questions: Creating an open space for children to ask questions about faith and life.
- Instilling a love for God and His Word.
- Helping children understand moral and ethical principles from a biblical perspective.
- Equipping children to make faith-informed decisions as they grow.
- Building a foundation for lifelong discipleship and service.
In short, teaching children about Jesus isn’t just about sharing stories or doctrines—it’s about guiding them to know Him personally, live by His example, and carry His love into the world. Parents are seen as the first and most influential spiritual teachers in their children’s lives.
Here’s a plan to help
Weekly Plan for Teaching Children About Jesus
Goal: Make God’s Word and Jesus’ teachings a natural part of everyday life.
| Time | Activity | How to Do It |
| Morning | Short Prayer & Blessing | Thank God for a new day, ask for guidance and kindness. Encourage the child to pray one thing they are thankful for. |
| Daytime | Living the Word | Point out ways God’s teachings apply during school, play, or chores. Example: “Jesus teaches us to be kind. How could we show kindness today?” |
| Evening | Bible Story / Reflection | Read 5–10 minutes from a children’s Bible. Ask questions: “What did Jesus do? How can we follow Him?” |
Each week can emphasize one aspect of Jesus’ life or teaching.
| Day | Activity | Focus |
| Monday | Story Time | Jesus’ miracles (e.g., feeding 5000, healing the sick) – teach God’s power and compassion. |
| Tuesday | Memory Verse | Pick one short verse about Jesus’ love or teachings. Recite together. Example: John 3:16. |
| Wednesday | Service / Kindness Activity | Do something small for someone else (help a sibling, donate a toy) – practicing Jesus’ love. |
| Thursday | Discussion | Ask questions: “What would Jesus do in this situation?” Encourage your child to answer. |
| Friday | Creative Expression | Draw, sing, or act out a Bible story. Makes learning about Jesus interactive. |
| Saturday | Nature / Reflection Walk | Talk about God’s creation. Connect nature with God’s care and love. |
| Sunday | Church / Worship | Attend service or watch online, reinforce lessons from the week. |
- Keep it short and consistent – even 5–10 minutes daily is powerful.
- Model faith – children learn more from actions than words. Show love, patience, and honesty.
- Encourage questions – never dismiss curiosity; it strengthens understanding.
- Celebrate progress – praise your child when they memorize a verse, show kindness, or share what they’ve learned.
- Use multimedia wisely – age-appropriate videos or songs about Jesus can reinforce lessons.
If you want, I can also create a ready-to-use “30-day Jesus teaching calendar” with daily story, verse, and activity suggestions for kids, so parents don’t have to plan it themselves. This could be very practical.
Here’s a 30-day “Jesus Teaching Calendar” for kids, with daily stories, verses, and simple activities. I’ve kept it flexible for ages 4–12, so you can adjust as needed.
30-Day Jesus Teaching Calendar for Kids
| Day | Bible Story / Theme | Memory Verse | Activity / Reflection |
| 1 | Jesus’ Birth (Luke 2) | Luke 2:11 | Draw a nativity scene. |
| 2 | Jesus Visits the Temple (Luke 2:41-52) | Luke 2:52 | Talk about learning and growing in God. |
| 3 | Baptism of Jesus (Matthew 3:13-17) | Matthew 3:16 | Act out baptism with water in a cup. |
| 4 | Jesus Calls the Disciples (Matthew 4:18-22) | Matthew 4:19 | Discuss following Jesus today. |
| 5 | Jesus Heals the Sick (Matthew 8:14-17) | James 5:15 | Write a prayer for someone who is sick. |
| 6 | Jesus Feeds 5000 (John 6:1-14) | John 6:35 | Share a snack with a friend/family member. |
| 7 | Jesus Walks on Water (Matthew 14:22-33) | Matthew 14:27 | Talk about trusting Jesus when scared. |
| 8 | Jesus Calms the Storm (Mark 4:35-41) | Mark 4:39 | Draw waves and Jesus calming them. |
| 9 | The Good Shepherd (John 10:11-18) | John 10:11 | Make a paper sheep and talk about how Jesus cares. |
| 10 | The Lost Sheep (Luke 15:3-7) | Luke 15:6 | Role-play finding a lost toy and celebrating. |
| 11 | The Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11-32) | Luke 15:24 | Discuss forgiveness and saying sorry. |
| 12 | Jesus and the Children (Mark 10:13-16) | Mark 10:14 | Hug or spend extra time with siblings/friends. |
| 13 | Jesus Heals a Blind Man (John 9) | John 9:25 | Close eyes and imagine trusting Jesus to help. |
| 14 | Jesus Raises Lazarus (John 11) | John 11:25 | Light a candle and pray for hope. |
| 15 | The Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14-30) | Matthew 25:21 | Talk about using gifts/talents to help others. |
| 16 | Jesus Teaches the Lord’s Prayer (Matthew 6:9-13) | Matthew 6:9 | Recite the Lord’s Prayer together. |
| 17 | Jesus Forgives Sins (Luke 7:36-50) | Luke 7:48 | Draw a picture of someone being forgiven. |
| 18 | Jesus and Zacchaeus (Luke 19:1-10) | Luke 19:10 | Talk about welcoming everyone as Jesus does. |
| 19 | Jesus Heals Ten Lepers (Luke 17:11-19) | Luke 17:19 | Write thank-you notes for blessings received. |
| 20 | The Last Supper (Luke 22:14-20) | Luke 22:19 | Make bread or juice and remember Jesus’ love. |
| 21 | Jesus Prays in Gethsemane (Matthew 26:36-46) | Matthew 26:39 | Discuss praying when sad or worried. |
| 22 | Jesus is Arrested (Matthew 26:47-56) | John 16:33 | Talk about trusting God in hard times. |
| 23 | Jesus’ Crucifixion (Matthew 27:32-56) | John 3:16 | Color a cross and reflect on Jesus’ love. |
| 24 | Jesus’ Burial (Matthew 27:57-66) | 1 Peter 2:24 | Plant a small seed as a symbol of new life. |
| 25 | Jesus’ Resurrection (Matthew 28:1-10) | Matthew 28:6 | Celebrate with a joyful song or dance. |
| 26 | Jesus Appears to His Disciples (John 20:19-31) | John 20:29 | Discuss believing in Jesus even when we don’t see Him. |
| 27 | Jesus and Thomas (John 20:24-29) | John 20:29 | Role-play asking questions and finding answers in faith. |
| 28 | The Great Commission (Matthew 28:16-20) | Matthew 28:19 | Talk about sharing God’s love with others. |
| 29 | Jesus Ascends to Heaven (Acts 1:6-11) | Acts 1:11 | Look at the sky and thank Jesus for being with us always. |
| 30 | The Holy Spirit Comes (Acts 2:1-4) | Acts 1:8 | Light a candle and pray for God’s guidance and strength. |
How to Use It
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Follow the day-by-day story and activity.
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Review the memory verse together—short and repetitive for easy recall.
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Encourage discussion and reflection after each story: “What did Jesus teach us today?”
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Keep activities simple and age-appropriate; adjust for younger or older kids.