Look back: Look back over Psalm 55 and remember David demonstrates a pattern of prayer for the believer to cast his burden on the Lord. 

Look ahead: This coming Sunday, we will be in Psalm 56. Read it with your family during the week.

Ask: Have you ever been betrayed or hurt by a close friend? How does this psalm help you think about that situation?

Pray: Pray for the Lord's justice in his time where you have been wronged.

Sing: Visit the blog for this week's music. You can also find our music playlists on Spotify.

SCRIPTURE GUIDE FOR MUSIC:

You can read some or all these passages in conjunction with the songs during family worship. You might consider doing one song per day, Monday-Friday.

O God of Mercy, Hear Our Plea: Psalm 13, Psalm 44, 130:1, Romans 8:22-23

Lord From Sorrows Deep I Call: Psalm 42 and 43

Dear Refuge of My Weary Soul: Psalm 34:18, 46:1-3, 139:1-2, Lamentations 3:22-24, Matthew 11:28-30, Hebrews 4:16

Whate'er My God Ordains is Right: Psalm 23, Proverbs 3:5-6, Isaiah 41:10, Romans 8:28, 2 Corinthians 4:16-18

Afflicted Saint, to Christ Draw Near: Deut. 33:25, Psalm 34:17-18, 1 Cor. 10:13, 2 Cor. 4:8-14, 12:9, Phil. 4:13, 1 Peter 4:12-13

Monthly Missions Focus: Click here to learn about our monthly missions focus.

Catechize: New City Catechism #36 

Q: What do we believe about the Holy Spirit?

A: That he is God, coeternal with the Father and the Son.

From Sunday School June 30: 

FAMILY TALKING POINTS

CHRIST CONNECTION

This is the big idea of how this week’s Bible story points to Jesus.

• Babies & Toddlers: We can tell people about Jesus because God is with us. 
• Younger Preschool: Paul followed God’s plan even though he faced trouble. God was with Paul. We can tell people about Jesus because God is with us, too. 
• Older Preschool: Paul followed God’s plan even though he faced danger. Paul believed that God, who kept His promise to raise Jesus from the dead, would help him too. We can follow God’s plan to tell others about Jesus even when it is hard. 
• Kids: Paul followed God’s plan and returned to Jerusalem even though he faced danger in the city. Paul believed that God, who was faithful to raise Jesus from the dead, would help him in his troubles. We can follow God’s plan to tell others about Jesus and trust God to take care of us. 

BIG PICTURE QUESTION & ANSWER

This is an important biblical truth that your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

• Younger Preschool: Why should we praise Jesus? We should praise Jesus for all He has done for us. 
• Older Preschool: Why should we praise Jesus? We should praise Jesus for all He has done for us. 
• Kids: Why should we praise Jesus? We should praise Jesus for what He has done to provide our salvation and also because He is returning one day to make all things right. 

KEY PASSAGE

This is a Bible verse that relates to what your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

• Babies & Toddlers: Lord, I will praise Your name. Isaiah 25:1 
• Younger Preschool: Lord, I will praise Your name. Isaiah 25:1 
• Older Preschool: LORD, you are my God; … I will praise your name, for you have accomplished wonders. Isaiah 25:1 
• Kids: LORD, you are my God; I will exalt you. I will praise your name, for you have accomplished wonders, plans formed long ago, with perfect faithfulness. Isaiah 25:1 

** Next week: Paul Was on Trial (Acts 22–23)