Wow! - Week 2
Whether it’s a rocket car powered by soda and mints or a tornado in a water bottle, there’s so much in our world that can fill us with awe. The world of STEM is full of things that look like little miracles, but they’re nothing compared to the miracles God can perform. In this four-week series, our families will take a look at some of the miracles that Jesus performed during his ministry. Through stories showing the power of Jesus, they’ll no doubt go, Wow! Jesus has the power to heal, to calm our fears, to provide, and to save.
BIG IDEA: Wow! Jesus has the power to calm our fears.
BIBLE: Luke 8:22–25; Psalm 50:1–6
MEMORY VERSE
Elementary: "In your hands are strength and power to exalt and give strength to all." 1 Chronicles 29:12b (NIV)
Toddler Twist: "God is strong and powerful!" 1 Chronicles 29:12
WATCH:
Preschool- teaching video
Elementary- teaching video
SONG: Medley of... My God is so Big , The is the Day and Higher Higher
DISCIPLE:
You will need white paper, blue and black permanent markers, a small Ziploc bag (that is the same size or larger than the paper), and a clear cup or tub of water. Draw a horizontal squiggly line across the white paper. Then scribble in large waves with a blue marker. Place the paper inside the Ziploc bag. Trace only the black squiggly line onto the bag using the same black marker. When you submerge the bag inside the water, the blue parts will disappear
Next, read Luke 8:22-25.
What color are the waves? Blue. Were the disciples scared of the huge waves? Yes. But look what happens when we put this picture in the water . . . the waves go away, and the waters are calm again. Jesus made the waves settle down, just like in this experiment. Whenever we feel afraid, Jesus will do the same for us. Wow! Jesus has the power to calm our fears.
Pray: Wow, Jesus! You have the power to calm our fears. Help us pray to you when we are afraid. Amen.
DISCUSS:
What was Jesus doing when the storm came? Sleeping.
How did Jesus calm the storm? He spoke to it, rebuking the wind and sea.
What did Jesus say to his disciples afterwards? What do you think he meant by that? He asked them where their faith was. They might have let their fear cause them to forget that Jesus was with them or what Jesus can do.
Read Psalm 50:1. How does this psalm remind you of today's Bible story? Jesus spoke to the storm because he can command all of nature.
Whenever you were afraid, what would you do in response to your fear?
Now that we know Jesus has the power to calm our fears, what can we do when we face our fears?
How can you help others when they are feeling afraid?