Kindness: Showing others they are valuable by how you treat them
Memory Verse: Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. Colossians 3:12 (NIV)

God showed kindness by sending Jesus for us — even when we didn’t deserve it. Because of God’s love for us, we can be kind to everyone. Kindness is a fruit of the Spirit. And when you show kindness to others, you give them a glimpse into the heart of God and how much God loves them. Kindness should be a characteristic of people who follow Jesus. Not only did Jesus model kindness, but He also commanded it. He taught us to treat others the way we want to be treated. When we practice kindness toward others, we’re actually living out the ultimate plan God has for the world. 

• Week 1 (Week of February 02): Be kind to the people closest to you.  
• Week 2 (Week of February 09): Jesus showed us how to be kind. (Available 2/09)
• Week 3 (Week of February 16): Be kinder than you have to be. (Available 2/16)
• Week 4 (Week of February 23): Be kind to people who are different from you. (Available 2/23)

Find weekly devotionals HERE to help your child open up their Bible at home.

There is a food truck for just about every kind of food, and when they’re all lined up, the whole community comes out. Some people like noodles. Others like tacos. Some people like hot dogs while others head straight for the funnel cakes! Next time you see a row of food trucks, look around at all the people in line. Take time to thank Jesus because Jesus loves everyone!

Check back each week for the Bible story, discussion questions, and ways to continue the conversation:

• Week 1 (Week of February 2): Jesus loves everyone.  
• Week 2 (Week of February 09): Jesus is a friend to everyone.  (Available 2/09)
• Week 3 (Week of February 16): Jesus loves us even when we do something wrong.  (Available 2/16)
• Week 4 (Week of February 23): Jesus loves me. (Available 2/23)