Elohim

This week, we are learning the name of God, Elohim.

Elohim is the name for God as creator.

El - in Hebrew means, mighty or strong
Him - means more than one

This is the first name for God used in the Old Testament, and right from the very first name for Him, we see the presence of the Trinity.

When reviewing this name with your kids, have them show their muscles for El...to remind them that God is mighty and strong. (all powerful)

Then, for the "Him" part, have them hold up 3 fingers. Then ask them to tell you the 3 members of the God-head that are seen in this name.

They should then be able to say, "God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit".

I am finding that the signs REALLY make a huge difference in teaching the children...so please, do them with your kids. You'll be surprised by how much they'll remember. :)

This week, try to ask them about Elohim.
Ask them questions that will challenge them to think...

Why does knowing that God is all powerful, mighty and strong matter to us?
How do you think mighty God could help you in a time of need?
What does it matter to us that there are 3 members in God's name, Elohim?
When would be a good time to call on the name of Elohim?
How could you tell your friends about the love of God by telling them about this name for God?

Raise the bar for your children. Challenge their little minds. Don't dumb God down for them.

When we raise the bar for their little minds, we will be amazed at what God enables them to understand.

I asked the question in class this week, "How does knowing that God is mighty and strong, and that there is more than one of Him present in the name Elohim make a difference for us?"

A 10 year old little girl piped up and said something like this: "Knowing that He's mighty and strong means that He will take care of us, and knowing that there are more than one means that we have 3 of God who loves us and will watch out for us to protect us."

OK...so has she convinced you that you don't have to "dumb" God down for them?

Ask yourself...how does knowing this about God help you?

Many times, your answer will be the same as the childrens'. :)

Have a great weekend!

Love you guys!
Jesica

I'm going to try to figure out how to post a link so that you can download the letter that went out to the moms this week, for it will help you study with your kids at home.

The verse they learned this week is Proverbs 18:10 "The name of the LORD is a strong tower, the righteous runs into it and is safe."

Also, if I can figure out how to post video, I will take a movie of my kids doing the hand movements to the song, and will post it here so you can practice them with your children.

This weekend is Precept training for me..so I may not get it all done this weekend, but next week, this site will be up and running, Lord willing. :)

Have a great weekend,
Jesica