Weekly Family Devotional
How We Grow: Implementing Spiritual Disciplines
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Read Together
Mark 6:31 (ESV)
And he said to them, "Come away by yourselves to a desolate place and rest a while." For many were coming and going, and they had no leisure even to eat.
Talk About It
Did you know that even Jesus’ closest friends got tired and busy sometimes? In this verse, Jesus saw his disciples working so hard that they didn’t even have time to eat! Jesus invited them to step away from the busy crowds and spend quiet time with him. Just like a shepherd leads his sheep to a peaceful place, Jesus cares about giving us rest and refilling our hearts. God made us to need rest and special time with Him. When we feel overwhelmed, God wants us to come to Him, slow down, and let Him fill us with peace. Making time for God—by reading the Bible, praying, or simply sitting quietly—helps us grow stronger in our faith. Even when life gets busy, guarding time for Jesus helps our hearts and minds find true rest. Remember, Jesus always wants to meet with you!
For Parents to Explain
Dear Jesus, thank You for inviting us to rest with You. Help us remember to spend quiet time with You, even when life gets busy. Fill our hearts with Your peace. Amen.
Family Activities
Quiet Time Countdown
- Choose a time today or this week for 10 minutes of family “quiet time” with Jesus.
- Turn off distractions like TVs and phones.
- Sit together, read Mark 6:31 again, and each share one way you feel peaceful with Jesus.
- End by thanking Jesus out loud for giving you rest.
Make a Restful Place
- Create a “rest spot” at home using pillows, a blanket, or special sign.
- Decorate the area with a cross or Bible verse card.
- Each family member sits in the spot, closes their eyes, and quietly talks to Jesus.
- Afterwards, share how being in the spot made you feel and talk about using it again.
Family Prayer
Now ask God to help you make special time for Him this week. Tell Him how you want to spend that time together.