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Prep
0 Minutes
Activity
5 Minutes
Lessons
4 Minutes
Total Time:
Materials
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Overiew
Transform downtime at a restaurant or in the grocery store into an easy, quick game to teach your child just how closely God listens to their worries and fears.
Step 1
Step 1
Explain the Game
Say: While we’re waiting, we’re going to play a game. Silently close your eyes. No peeking! While you’re sitting here, turn on your best listening ears.
Now, I want you to listen closely for three distinct sounds you can identify. When you can identify the three sounds, let me know without making a sound! (If your children need examples on how to do this, tell them they can raise their hand or give you a thumbs up once they’ve identified the sounds.)
Step 2
Step 2
Share Out
Once your children have identified the three sounds, tell them it’s time to open their eyes.
Say: Great job! Now, share what you heard. (Depending on where you are, answers could include silverware on plates, people talking, the cash register, etc.)
Step 3
Step 3
Praise & Prayer
Say: You were a great listener! You know who’s a great listener, too? Jesus. When we have a personal relationship with Jesus, we can share anything with Him. He’s always ready to listen to our fears, sadnesses and worries. He’s the best friend we could ever have!
Share the hope of God’s Word and pray together with your child.
Prayer
Dear Heavenly Father, life can be so loud around and inside of us. Help us to calm and hush our thoughts so that we can better hear You. Thank You for always listening — even when we don’t know what to say. In Jesus’ name, amen.
