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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
Read the Bible passage: 1 Kings 17.
Picture story: The Jar That Did Not Run Out
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 did the woman risk by sharing?
- When is it hard for you to share?
Do it
Gather some food or items to donate to a food bank.
Pray
God, help us to trust you and to be generous.
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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