Genesis 43 - The Second Journey to Egypt

The Second Journey to Egypt

1. Write August memory verse in notebook - Do Not be Anxious
2. The Lord's Prayer Matthew 6:9-13 KJV

3. Sing the books of the Old and New Testament and other hymns
4. Sing Jacob's Sons Song 

4. Hymn - All Creatures of our God and King

5. Read Genesis 43 - The Second Journey to Egypt
6. Serve Falafels and Pita Bread from Egypt

Note: Making falafels from scratch was a huge undertaking for me! Two batches and both not quite right. Next time I would buy the mix at the store. Just sayin. Although, watching dedemed.com on YouTube was great and helped a lot.

7. Story time

August Memory Verse - – Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God which transcends all understanding will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7

Falafel Recipe from www.dedemed.com

1 lb chickpeas
1 onion
1 bunch parsley
1 bunch cilantro
6 cloves of garlic
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 tablespoon flour (or more if necessary)
Neutral oil for frying

In food processor, pulse chickpeas until smooth. In the same food processor, combine the onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro. Pulse until you obtain a paste. Add this mixture to the chickpeas and mix with a spatula. Add cumin, coriander, salt, pepper and flour and mix well. If dough is too soft, add more flour, a teaspoon at a time, until firm enough to form balls. Add baking soda just before frying. Mix well. Heat a large pan with vegetable oil and bring to about 350 F. Make small balls about the size of a ping pong ball. Gently place the balls in hot oil without overloading the pan. Fry until one side is golden brown, about 4 to 5 minutes. Then turn over and fry on the other side for another 1 to 2 minutes. Take out of the oil with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels. Falafels should be crisp on the outside and soft inside.

Genesis 42 - Joseph's Brothers go to Egypt

Joseph's Brothers go to Egypt

1. Write August memory verse in notebook - Do Not be Anxious
2. Prayer

3. Sing the books of the Old and New Testament and other hymns
4. Sing Jacob's Sons Song 

4. Hymn - All Creatures of our God and King

5. Read Genesis 42 - Joseph's Brothers go to Egypt
6. Craft - Make Egyptian Cartouche

7. Story time

August Memory Verse - – Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God which transcends all understanding will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7

Genesis 41 - Pharaoh's Dreams

Pharaoh's Dreams

1. Write July memory verse in notebook
2. Prayer

3. Sing the books of the Old and New Testament and other hymns
4. Sing Jacob's Sons Song 

4. Hymn - Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee

5. Read Genesis 41 - Pharaoh's Dreams
6. Story time

July Memory Verse - For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life. John 3:16

Genesis 40 - The Cupbearer and the Baker

The Cupbearer and the Baker

1. Write July memory verse in notebook - Sing memory verse song For God So Loved the World. 

2. Prayer

3. Sing the books of the Old and New Testament and other hymns
4. Sing Jacob's Sons Song 

4. Hymn - Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee
5. Read Genesis 40 - The Cupbearer and the Baker. Act out story.

Props. . .3 baskets, bread, bird puppet, cluster of grapes, Pharaoh's cup.

The Baker, The Cupbearer and Joseph in Prison

In 3 days the cupbearer will be released

Pharaoh drinks wine from his cupbearer

Bird eats bread from the Baker's basket

6. Story time
7. Pass ball around and repeat sections of the memory verse.

* For God so loved the world

* that He gave His only begotten Son

* that whosoever believeth in Him

* should not perish

* but have everlasting life

* John 3:16.

July Memory Verse - For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life. John 3:16

Genesis 39 - Joseph and Potiphar's Wife

Joseph and Potiphar's Wife

1. Write July memory verse in notebook - Sing memory verse song For God So Loved the World. 

2. Prayer

3. Sing the books of the Old and New Testament and other hymns
4. Sing Jacob's Sons Song 

4. Hymn - Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee

5. Read Genesis 39 - Joseph and Potiphar's Wife
6. Play Potiphar's Wife Tag

7. Make Jacob's sons paper dolls

8. Story time

July Memory Verse - For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life. John 3:16

Our List of Hymns for 2016, minus 2

Our Hymn List This Year

When I began to make this list I tended toward the more upbeat hymns, ones the kids would find fun and, well, LOUD. I didn't want to use recordings that used little kids as the singers but rather shoot for better quality. I wanted it to sound like it did when we went to church 30 years ago with pipe organ and a choir.

As time progresses I've had the thought that in addition to learning the hymns, homeschooling kids would learn about different styles of music. At first I dismissed Amazing Grace played on the bagpipes. But so many artists have recorded this hymn in different styles that I decided to play the bagpipes, gospel, country, and any other version I can find.

The world became my oyster and I'm looking forward to how these styles will go over with the kids.

I'm still in the process of deciding two more hymns. If you have any suggestions, please feel free to comment. Happy singing.

January – Angels We Have Heard on High
February – Holy, Holy, Holy
March – Christ the Lord is Risen Today
April – To God be the Glory
May – Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow
June – Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee
July -
August – All Creatures of our God and King
September – Amazing Grace
October - When We All Get to Heaven
November – We Gather Together
December – Adeste Fideles

Hymn Study

Why Study Hymns

Most hymns are rich in theology and Biblical truth. Try reading through all the verses to Holy, Holy, Holy. You will hear about the Holy Trinity and get a taste of the Heavenly throne room in Revelation 4 ,

These guys like to sing and run at the same time!

Even if you prefer to sing praise songs, your faith will be strengthened by reading and studying the words of the hymns. Many of them are rich in theology and Biblical truth. And they are a part of our Christian heritage!