Goals:
To hear the story of Moses and the Ten Commandments
(for older kids) To examine the rules and responsibilities they experience in their own lives

Activities:
Read Background for the session

Be sure your kids know the meaning of the word repent (to be sorry for something you’ve done)
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Read the story: “The Ten Commandments”

Discuss:
Which commandment do you think is most important? Why?
Some rules are easy to understand, like “Don’t run out in front of a car.” Others aren’t as obvious, like “Always say thank you when someone gives you something.” If you were starving, do you think you should have to follow the commandment “You shall not steal?” Why?
If you could make up a new commandment of everybody, what would it be?