Weekly Family Devotional
Raised With Christ
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Read Together
Romans 6:4 (ESV)
We were buried therefore with him by baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, we too might walk in newness of life.
Talk About It
Baptism is like a special underwater celebration! When someone goes under the water, it's like their old life stays buried down there forever. When they come back up, they're showing everyone that God has given them a brand new life with Jesus. Just like Jesus died and came back to life, when we get baptized, we're acting out that same story with our own lives. Going underwater represents letting our old, sinful life die. Coming back up represents starting fresh with Jesus! It's a way to tell your church family and friends, "I belong to Jesus now!" Baptism doesn't make you a Christian – believing in Jesus does that. But baptism is your way of showing the whole world that you've chosen to follow Jesus forever.
For Parents to Explain
Dear God, thank You for the gift of baptism that shows everyone we belong to You. Help us be brave in telling others about Jesus.
Family Activities
Baptism Memory Game
- Fill a large bowl or sink with water
- Use a small toy figure to demonstrate baptism by gently lowering it underwater
- As it goes down, say "Old life gone!" and as it comes up, say "New life with Jesus!"
- Let each child take turns practicing while explaining what baptism means
Declaration Banner
- Cut out paper letters to spell "I BELONG TO JESUS"
- Let each child decorate 2-3 letters with markers, stickers, or glitter
- String them together to make a banner for your house
- Hang it where everyone can see your family's declaration of faith
Family Prayer
Ask God to help you be excited about showing others that you love Him.