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Unit 1: In the Beginning
Week 2. Noah and the Rainbow
God keeps his promises, even after hard times.
Memory verse
I do set my bow in the cloud
Genesis 9:13 (KJV, excerpt)
Read together
Read the Bible passage: Genesis 6 to 9.
Picture story: Noah and the Big Boat
The picture story is written for ages 3 to 8. Older children can enjoy it too, or read the Bible passage in their own Bible.
Talk about it
- What do you think was the hardest part of Noah’s job?
- What is a promise you try hard to keep?
Do it
Make a rainbow bookmark and write God’s promise on it. Give it to someone.
Pray
God, help us to be people who keep our promises, as you do.
For the leader
Keep the flood gentle for little ones: focus on the safe boat and the rainbow.
You will need: Paper, crayons, a glass of water and a torch (to make a small rainbow).
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