2. Symbolism in Epic Literature
2: Building character through the Bible epic heroes. Try this at home! Proven success. Symbolism in Parable of the Ten Virgins
Step 1 Making Fun Family Traditions 2: Building character through the Bible epic heroes. Try this at home! Proven success. Symbolism in Parable of the Ten Virgins
STEP 2: Parable Power ( Building Character through the Bible)
All happenings great and small are parables whereby God speaks.
The art of life is to get the message. ~Malcolm Muggeridge~
The art of life is to get the message. ~Malcolm Muggeridge~
I. Example
II. Training vs. Nagging
III. Parable Power and Epic Storytelling
— Definition of Epic Literature and Epic Storytelling
— Parable of Two Families
— The Empty House
ACTIVITIES
1. From now on, set aside a total of at least 3 nights per week for family meals.
2. Persist in one simple activity on same day each week. (Keep activity simple and within 25-30 minutes)
3. Involve children in taking a meal to a sick person, visiting a shut-in, or some other charitable act of your choice
4. Plan and carry out another theme based family night. Assign each child to a different task, i.e., song, activity, treat, etc.
5. Readers Theater or Act out “A Parable of Two Families”
6. Discussion Questions
7. Parents’ Journal: Write down how important your example is, and specifically how it affects your children. Make a list of the benefits of regular family meals and weekly activities. Rewrite your commitment to be consistent in having regular family meals.
RESOURCES
Dinner Talk Themes
Children’s Character Building Activities
List of Parables
Family Night Ideas
— The Empty House
ACTIVITIES
1. From now on, set aside a total of at least 3 nights per week for family meals.
2. Persist in one simple activity on same day each week. (Keep activity simple and within 25-30 minutes)
3. Involve children in taking a meal to a sick person, visiting a shut-in, or some other charitable act of your choice
4. Plan and carry out another theme based family night. Assign each child to a different task, i.e., song, activity, treat, etc.
5. Readers Theater or Act out “A Parable of Two Families”
6. Discussion Questions
7. Parents’ Journal: Write down how important your example is, and specifically how it affects your children. Make a list of the benefits of regular family meals and weekly activities. Rewrite your commitment to be consistent in having regular family meals.
RESOURCES
Dinner Talk Themes
Children’s Character Building Activities
List of Parables
Family Night Ideas
Step 3 Teaching Youth Better Morals; Cooperation and Character Education