God is Faithful

Hey, Bridge Family, 
We hope everyone is having a wonderful summer! This week, we explored God’s faithfulness through the inspiring story of Nehemiah and the rebuilding of Jerusalem’s walls. In a world where promises are often made but not always kept, it’s easy to doubt whether promises can truly be trusted. Don’t assume kids believe otherwise. At the start of the Bridge service this week, we asked them, “Do you always keep your promises?” The response was 99 percent “NO.” One younger child said yes, but even they will soon see that, like the rest, that answer is also no.  
We all understand that a promise is no guarantee, even if we made it. However, the same cannot be said for God, and that is the challenge for you, parents, as spiritual leaders in your household, to pass on to your children that our Holy Father in Heaven is 100 percent faithful to keep His promises.  
So, how do you, as parents, communicate the truth of God’s faithfulness? Through scripture. Here are a couple to help get you started. 
 1. “And I will cause hostility between you and the woman, and between your offspring and her offspring. He will strike your head, and you will strike his heel (Gen 3:15).”  
 This is an extraordinary 4,000-year-old promise! Who among us can keep such a long-lasting vow? Only God. Jesus embodies the fulfillment of God’s enduring promise. His death and resurrection triumph over Satan, sin, and death, offering hope to all who trust in God’s incredible promise. 

2. “When I see the rainbow in the clouds, I will remember the eternal covenant between God and every living creature on earth.” Then God said to Noah, “Yes, this rainbow is the sign of the covenant I am confirming with all the creatures on earth (Gen 9:16-17).”  
This is a fun and engaging way to teach about God’s faithfulness. We all love seeing a rainbow, but have you ever thought about what it truly represents? Does it remind us of God, or perhaps a pot of gold? As children, my parents or grandparents would always point out rainbows and remind us of God’s promise to Noah. Even today, when I see a rainbow, I think of God’s faithfulness. What about you? And what about our kids? 
Remember, it’s never too late to engage. As long as your child is at home, you have an excellent opportunity to share the Bible and explore it together, making faith an exciting and meaningful adventure. God Bless, and hope to see your family on Sunday. 
​Pastor Bob