APRIL 2025
WEEK ONE

Talk About the Bible Story

Mary Pours Perfume on Jesus
John 12:1-8

During a dinner honoring Jesus, Mary pours perfume on Jesus' feet and wipes His feet with her hair. 

"I am alive forever and ever!"

Revelation 1:18, NIV

Engagement Questions

• Who is alive?
• What makes you feel happy?

Prayer

"Dear God, thank You for happy things. We want to say a special thank-you for what makes every day a happy day: Jesus is alive! We love you, God. In Jesus’ name. Amen."

ENGAGE IN EVERYDAY MOMENTS TOGETHER

Morning Time

When you go into your child’s room, cuddle them and say: "Good morning, [child's name]! Today is a happy day! Do you know why it's a happy day? Because God loves us so much God gave us Jesus!"
 

Drive Time

While on the go, take turns saying this sentence: "Thank You, God, for __________." End by saying: "Thank You, God, for Jesus!"

Cuddle Time

Cuddle with your child and pray: "Dear God, knowing You makes every day a happy day! Thank You for _____. And thank You that Jesus is alive! We love You!"
 

Bath Time

Add body wash and a cup to bath time. Smell the body wash and talk about how good it smells. Put a little body wash in the cup with some water. Pour the water on your child's feet. Say: "Mary poured perfume on Jesus' feet and wiped them with her hair to show Jesus she was thankful for Him."