Wow! - Week 3
Whether it’s a rocket car powered by soda and mints or a tornado in a water bottle, there’s so much in our world that can fill us with awe. The world of STEM is full of things that look like little miracles, but they’re nothing compared to the miracles God can perform. In this four-week series, our families will take a look at some of the miracles that Jesus performed during his ministry. Through stories showing the power of Jesus, they’ll no doubt go, Wow! Jesus has the power to heal, to calm our fears, to provide, and to save.
BIG IDEA: Wow! Jesus has the power to provide.
BIBLE: John 6:1–15; Psalm 25:1–10
MEMORY VERSE
Elementary: "In your hands are strength and power to exalt and give strength to all." 1 Chronicles 29:12b (NIV)
Toddler Twist: "God is strong and powerful!" 1 Chronicles 29:12
WATCH:
Preschool- teaching video
Elementary- teaching video
SONG: Medley of... My God is so Big , The is the Day and Higher Higher
DISCIPLE:
Have each family member go to the kitchen and find/prepare a small snack to make a family living-room picnic.
Read John 6:1-15
Today, we heard an incredible story about a boy who gave his small lunch to Jesus, and Jesus used that small lunch to provide a meal for thousands of people. Now, let's share a little picnic together!
Just like the little boy in the story, each one in our family has a small item for our little picnic, and now we have this big, beautiful meal to share together! Let's think of how we can extend God's power by helping others.
Wow! Jesus has the power to provide for us, and we have the power to provide for others!
Pray: Wow, Jesus! You have the power to provide everything we need. Thank you for caring about us so much. Amen.
DISCUSS:
What problem needed solving at the beginning of today's story? There were thousands of hungry people who needed food.
What food was offered to help meet this need? Five loaves of bread and two fish were offered.
What did Jesus do with the little boy's lunch to help feed the crowd? Jesus gave thanks to God and distributed the food. Miraculously, everyone had enough to eat, and there were twelve baskets of leftovers.
Read Psalm 25:10. How can we respond to God's love and faithfulness toward us? We can follow God's instructions and keep putting our hope in God.
What are some things that God provides?
What are some things that we can ask God to provide?
What does it look like when we have faith that God will provide?