You + Your Kids, Round 2
Every kid deserves to be fully loved
Who’s the favorite in your family?
Have you ever been harmed by someone playing favorites? What was that like?
Read: Genesis 42:1-5
Can you see any justifications for Jacob’s preferential treatment of Benjamin?
Read: Genesis 42:6-13
At this point, Jacob’s sons don’t know they’re talking to their brother. How would you have felt if you were in their shoes?
Read: Genesis 42:14-20
What’s your take on Joseph here? Some think he was justifiably testing his brothers. Some think he was tormenting them. How do you understand this situation?
Read: Genesis 42:29-38
Jacob obviously played favorites. From your understanding of the story, in what ways did that harm his family?
On Sunday, Walter said that every kid deserves to be fully loved, and that you can do that by making sure they’re fully known, fully celebrated, and fully guided. Which of those three things is your family best at?
[FOR PARENTS]: If you’re a parent, what can you do to help your kids know they’re loved this week?
Prayer: Pray that your small group can generously love others without showing preference or favoritism.
Bonus: Read James 2:1-9 and discuss.