The Parent Weekly for October 13th, God Cares for Me (part 1)

What we learned today

Big Idea: God Cares for Me (part 1)

Exodus 16; Numbers 11v7–9. After leaving Egypt, the Israelites had a long road ahead of them. The people started complaining early in the journey. God heard their grumbling and told Moses He would send food from heaven. He also gave special instructions about taking only enough food for each day. When the people woke up the ground was covered in manna. God cares for His people.

Where we’re headed next time

Big Idea: God Cares for Me (part 2)

Exodus 16; Numbers 11v7–9. After leaving Egypt, the Israelites had a long road ahead of them. The people started complaining early in the journey. God heard their grumbling and told Moses He would send food from heaven. He also gave special instructions about taking only enough food for each day. When the people woke up the ground was covered in manna. God cares for His people.

Did you know?

• The Israelites had never seen manna before; “manna” literally means “What is it?.”

• On the sixth day of the week, the Israelites could gather enough for two days because 
God wanted them to rest on the Sabbath.

Connect as a family

Your child needs consistent provision and love. Your consistency is the building block upon which your child learns that God cares for him.

• Have you ever thrown a fit or temper tantrum?

• What is a better way to explain that you are frustrated—using your words or throwing a fit?

Blessing

Blessings are often used in the Bible. A blessing can be a prayer of commission, a portion of Scripture, or words to encourage and guide.

A blessing to pray over your child; (child’s name), God loves you and takes care of you.