The Parent Weekly for June 8th, God is Powerful (Part 2)

 

What we’re learning this week

Big Idea: God is Powerful (Part 1)

1 Samuel 16—17 God had rejected Saul as king and sent Samuel to the house of Jesse where he would choose Israel’s new king. Samuel anointed David. God’s Spirit was on David and when he fought Goliath, David was victorious.

Where we’re headed next time

Big Idea: God is Powerful (Part 2)

1 Samuel 16—17 God had rejected Saul as king and sent Samuel to the house of Jesse where he would choose Israel’s new king. Samuel anointed David. God’s Spirit was on David and when he fought Goliath, David was victorious.

Did you know?

• The Sea of Galilee sits 686 feet below sea level, and it’s not uncommon for violent storms to arise producing waves over seven feet high!

• Jesus slept soundly during the storm while His disciples were fearing for their lives.

Connect as a Family

Your child’s imagination is developing. During mealtime, allow your child to use her fork to “fly” her food to her mouth like the ravens flew to bring Elijah’s food.

• If you were Elijah, what kind of food would you have liked the ravens to bring you?

• What kind of food did the ravens bring to Elijah?

Blessing

Blessings are often used in the Bible. A blessing can be a prayer of commission, a portion of Scripture, or words to encourage and guide.

A blessing to pray over your child; (Child’s name), may you know that God cares for you and loves you.