Weekly Family Devotional
Back At It: Prioritizing Our Relationship With Christ
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Read Together
Philippians 3:13-14 (ESV)
[13] Brothers, I do not consider that I have made it my own. But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, [14] I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.
Talk About It
Sometimes we remember our mistakes or focus on things we used to care about more than Jesus. The apostle Paul, who wrote these verses, had a lot to be proud of before he met Jesus, but he realized that truly knowing Jesus was worth everything. Paul encourages us to press on—like running a race—toward what’s ahead, instead of looking back. He admitted he wasn’t perfect but wanted to grow closer to Jesus every day. With Jesus, we can leave mistakes and worries behind and focus on the good things God has for us. Jesus helps us keep going and cheers us on as we follow Him!
For Parents to Explain
Dear God, thank You for helping us leave our mistakes behind and press on toward Jesus. Please help us focus on You and not get stuck in the past. Amen.
Family Activities
Letting Go, Moving Forward Race
- Find a small object to represent a “mistake” (like a stone or soft ball).
- Start at one end of the room holding the object. Walk forward, drop it halfway, and say, "With Jesus, I can leave the past behind!"
- Race your family to the finish and cheer each other on.
- Talk about how it feels to let go and move forward with Jesus.
Future with Jesus Collage
- Gather magazines, colored paper, or markers.
- Cut or draw pictures showing good things you want to grow in with Jesus (like helping, learning, or sharing).
- Paste them onto large paper labeled "Press On with Jesus!"
- Share your collage and say one thing you’re excited to do with Jesus’ help.
Family Prayer
Let’s pray for help to focus on following Jesus and thank Him for giving us new chances every day.