Prayer: Dear God, thank you for showing Abraham and Sarah the way to go. Thank you for sending loving people to show us the way to go. Thank you for traveling with us, wherever we go. Amen.
Reading: Genesis 12: 1-9 (Click to read text) or Spark Bible p. 26 Questions to Answer:
Reflection: Today’s story about Abraham and Sarah (also known as Abram and Sarai) shows God’s goodness in uncertain times. God is good all the time! In those times were Abraham and Sarah were afraid, they trusted God completely. Who do you trust and why do you trust them? Abraham and Sarah also had a huge family, their family showed the world who God is by stepping out of their comfort zone. Who in your family or church family has taught you about God? We can continue to show the world who God is by following his call. Abraham and Sarah are an example of that. And God calls us in big and small ways. Just as God called Abraham and Sarah, God calls us to do the right thing even when it is tough. When have you heard God calling you? Throughout all generations God is good. --Anne Harshbarger and Marie Barnard Activity: Trustworthy Footprints Need: Sidewalk Chalk or any drawing materials (paper and crayons or markers) Have each person trace their feet on paper or on the sidewalk. Inside each foot draw or write about a time you had to step out in faith. This means you knew it was the right thing to trust in God or another person even when it was tough. Share your feet with someone else, and when you see them, be reminded of God’s goodness and faithfulness throughout all steps and generations of our lives. Example:
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