January Family Lesson Plan

We've all heard the "I Have A Dream" speech.

But have you ever heard the "Love Your Enemies" speech?

This lesson plan brings the whole family together to engage in some contemplative learning on our national holiday celebrating the birthday of Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. In this sermon, MLK explains why we should love our enemies, and how to do it.

As it is a reflection on the words of Jesus Christ in the Gospel of Matthew, Christians might find more spiritual meaning in it, but MLK's practical take, psychological insight, and historical perspective will surely provide profound food for thought for everyone, regardless of religious affiliation.

A lot has been written about this man. This lesson provides students, young and old, an opportunity to skip the secondary source information, and have a firsthand experience of the man himself, by hearing his voice and listening to his words, appreciating not only what he communicated, but he way he was able to communicate it.