VACATION COMMUNICATION
Vacations build joyful memories and also test family relationships. Forced togetherness requires communication that cannot be delayed. Grace is needed—both given and received.
Notes And Next Steps
Luke 2:41-52 + Part 4 of the series “Family Vacation"
Every year Jesus’ parents went to Jerusalem for the Festival of the Passover. When he was twelve years old, they went up to the festival, according to the custom. (Luke 2:41-42)
If your list of required activities during the week leaves your kids feeling like the only optional activity they can clear to make time for themselves is on Sunday morning, their schedule may need to be revisited.
You have perfect church attendance (both quantity and quality) before God because of this 12-year-old Jesus.
Knowing all the answers isn’t always the best, but knowing the right questions that encourage dialogue and improve understanding. (Proverbs 18:13)
Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen (Ephesians 4:29).
My dear brothers, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry. (James 1:19)
SPIRITUAL NEXT STEP
Do you have a funny family vacation story about miscommunication? How does it help you understand today’s message?
Discussion Questions
- Do you have a funny family vacation story about miscommunication? How does it help you understand today’s message?
- Family Project: Research the passover. Search online for “Book of Exodus Summary Bible Project” and watch the 6-minute video. What did you learn about Jesus?
- Read these 3 Bible verses. Which one can really help you or your family communicate better this week? Proverbs 18:13; Ephesians 4:29; or James 1:19?
- Read Luke 2:41-52. Focus on the communication between Jesus and his parents. What went wrong? What went right? Write a prayer that reflects both of these in your life.