The Parent Weekly for October 29th, God Speaks (part 1)

What we learned today:

Big Idea: God Speaks (part 1)

1 Samuel 3. As a young man, the prophet Samuel lived in the temple studying under Eli the priest. One night, as Samuel was sleeping, he heard someone call his name. Eli realized it was God’s voice Samuel was hearing. He told Samuel to tell God that he was present and listening.

Where we’re headed next time

Big Idea: God Speaks (part 2)

1 Samuel 3. As a young man, the prophet Samuel lived in the temple studying under Eli the priest. One night, as Samuel was sleeping, he heard someone call his name. Eli realized it was God’s voice Samuel was hearing. He told Samuel to tell God that he was present and listening.

Did you know?

• Samuel lived in the temple of the Lord while he learned how to serve God from Eli the priest.

• Samuel grew up hearing God’s voice and later served the Lord as a priest, prophet, and judge.

Connect as a family
Young children are rarely still for extended periods of time. Encourage your child to play fun, simple games with you that allow him to practice being quiet in small time increments. This will help your child as he grows and learns to listen for God’s voice.

• Share a story with your child of a time when you heard God speak to you or direct you.

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), may you hear God’s voice and follow Him every day.