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Unit 2: God Is With Us
Week 14. The Jar That Did Not Run Out
Sharing what we have, even when it is little, shows trust in God.
Memory verse
the barrel of meal wasted not, neither did the cruse of oil fail
1 Kings 17:16 (KJV, excerpt)
Read together
Picture story: The Jar That Did Not Run Out
Read the Bible passage: 1 Kings 17.
Talk about it
- Why was it hard for the woman to share?
- What did God do?
Do it
Share a snack with the group, and notice how it feels.
Pray
God, help us to share what we have.
For the leader
Handle the hunger gently; focus on the woman’s kindness.
You will need: A jar, some flour or rice.
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