Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God.
Memory Cross has developed a fun way for children to memorize Bible verses. Each card has four panels that make a never ending loop. The design fascinates children as well as adults. There are several advantages when using Memory Cross to memorize Scripture:
Card breaks Bible verse into four panels so it is easier to memorize.
Unique design is captivating which means kids will have a hard time putting it down. As they fold through the card over and over again they'll put God's Word into their hearts and minds.
Each part of the verse is broken down which allows kids to focus on what each part of the verse means.
There are many reasons why children should be memorizing Scripture:
Psalm 119: 11 says "I have hidden your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you."
Chuck Swindoll wrote, "I know of no other single practice in the Christian life more rewarding, practically speaking, than Scripture memorization. . . . No other single exercise pays greater spiritual dividends! Your prayer life will be strengthened. Your witnessing will be sharper and much more effective. Your attitudes and outlook will begin to change. Your mind will become alert and observant. Your confidence and assurance will be enhanced. Your faith will be solidified" (Growing Strong in the Seasons of Life [Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 1994], p. 61).
Rick Warren in the Purpose Driven Life listed the benefits of memorizing Bible verses as follows:
Resist temptation
Make wise decisions
Reduce Stress
Build confidence
Offer good advice
Share your faith
If you work with kids then developing a Scripture memorization program can change children's lives. We have blank and printed Scripture cards. They are inexpensive, fun and most importantly effective. If you have not seen how Memory Cross cards fold then watch the video.
One of the most engaging ways in which children can lean about this Bible Event which did occur (not a story which may have been made up) while enjoying the activity of coloring.
We give these away in our summer reading program every year. This is our 5th year. So much variety makes these a great addition to church visitor bags, kids gift bags, door to door hand outs, or just something in your purse to leave with your tip.
We will be taking these with us to Camp Eli in the foothills of the Carpathian Mts. We will use these at a childrens' camp on the last day to reinforce teaching others about Jesus. We are taking enough for the workers to take home to use in local work as well.
Loved the Easter story which touches on all the important facts. Everyone loved it. The movement and action of the cross help reinforce the greatest story ever told!
I have bought these cards several times for my 1st and 2nd grade Sunday school class. Kids love to unfold them and see the story. I love that the card focuses on Jesus his triumphant entry,death and resurrection. The kids can share the story with others.
These cards are great! The kids love them. Parents and teachers tell how the kids are loving them and practicing them continually.
They are a great teaching tool and give the kids ways to share about Jesus!!!
I appreciate that these beautiful cards were free from the prayer to accept Christ as one ‘s Savior. We as Lutheran Christians do not stress that and prefer to point baptism out to the children. This unique way to present the card was surely a fun way for the children to get the whole message.