Confused about the Bible: Understanding Bible’s Big Terms
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Subject Line: Big Words in the Bible
Dear Parents,
For little kids that start to read the Bible it can get confusing pretty quickly. The Bible is not laid out like a children’s book, and there are some words that have as many as five syllables that kids just can’t understand without help. In this month’s parent video we’re going to cover two of those words, so you can help your child understand.
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https://vimeo.com/parentministry/review/651416312/faf287c17d
Thank you for the privilege of partnering with your family. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
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Subject Line: What is “Justification” and “Sanctification”
Dear Parents,
Have you heard these big words in the Bible, “Justification” and “Sanctification”?
They each have five syllables and they are easy to just gloss over and ignore because they’re hard to understand. If you’re having trouble understanding these words then imagine how your kids must feel!
In this month’s video we’re giving you an easy and understandable definition of these words that you can share with your child.
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https://vimeo.com/parentministry/review/651416312/faf287c17d
As always, I enjoy partnering with your family. Please let me know if you have any questions.
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In this month’s parent video we’re helping you break down the big words of the Bible for your child. Justification is one of those five-syllable words that we define for you.
In this month’s parent video we’re helping you break down the big words of the Bible for your child. Sanctification is one of those five-syllable words that we define for you.
If your child is used to reading children’s books, then how are they going to understand the five syllable words that are used in the Bible? We discuss that in this month’s parent video.
This month’s parent video helps you teach your child the meaning of “Justification” and “Sanctification”. Check your inbox for more information.
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Confused about the Bible: Understanding Bible’s Big Terms
Sometimes, the Bible can feel like it’s hard to understand. Because God’s word was recorded over a thousand years ago and written in the original languages of Greek, Hebrew, and Aramaic, it helps when we have a little study help. Remember the days of Cliff Notes? Your teacher assigns Macbeth, and you’re like, “What in the world is this saying?” Then they hand out the study guide with the summary, and you have this epiphany, “Ah-Ha!”. In today’s video, we’re going to give you a basic “cliff notes” version of two big, 5-syllable words.
The first word is Justification. This 5-syllable word comes from a word meaning “to render innocent, free, to declare one to be just.” It applies to every person who gives their life to Jesus Christ. This term is a legal term and is used by God to bestow, speak, and name the state or condition of his sons and daughters.
The state or condition He declares is that they have met His standards for life.
So, how can this be? How can we have this truth spoken over us when we know we’re flawed, human, and have parts of ourselves covered in shame or guilt? Romans 5:1 states, “Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.” Imagine yourself in a courtroom where God is Judge, you are the defendant, and Jesus is your lawyer. Accusers come to the judge stating lies about you. You’re this or that…but you’re able to stand tall because Jesus represents you, and God looks at them and says, “They’re enough. They’ve met my high and holy standards. They are innocent and not subject to condemnation.” She or he is justified. Powerful.
The second word is Sanctification. This 5-syllable word comes from a word meaning “to make holy, purify, consecrate, set apart.” It applies to every person who has given their life to Jesus Christ. This ongoing process is how the Holy Spirit influences the heart of God’s people as He is making them holy.
In I Thessalonians 5:23-23, it states, “Now may the God of peace Himself sanctify you entirely; and may your spirit and soul and body be kept complete, without blame at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. Faithful is He who calls you, and He also will do it.” This is why, as the author of The Message paraphrases… roll up your sleeves, get your head in the game, be totally ready to receive the gift that’s coming when Jesus arrives. Don’t lazily slip back into those old grooves of evil, doing just what you feel like doing. You didn’t know any better then; you do now. As obedient children, let yourselves be pulled into a way of life shaped by God’s life, a life energetic and blazing with holiness. God said, “I am holy; you be holy.” The God of peace is sanctifying you day in and day out.
These two words, albeit long with lots of syllables, bring encouragement and hope to those walking in a relationship with Jesus. And I hope this video has brought a little clarity in understanding them better, so you can share this good news with your child, too.