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What We Learned:
Today your child learned about one amazing miracle when Jesus fed over 5,000 people! That is a lot of people. After following Jesus for a long time, they became very hungry. There was not enough money to buy food to feed so many but one of the disciples brought a little boy up to Jesus. He had five small loaves of bread and two small fish. Jesus took that opportunity to perform a huge miracle! He took the bread and fish, prayed, and passed them out to all the people. Everyone ate his or her fill, and afterwards, there were twelve baskets left over. Amazing! Your child also learned that God provides what we need and will not let us go hungry because He is the bread of life. (Scripture used: John 6:5-13) |
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Words to Remember:
(Bible versions used are selected to help young children learn and understand the meaning of scripture.)
"I am the bread of life." John 6:48
Practice this verse several times with your child during the week. This will not only help your child to remember the verse, but also it will help to reinforce what he or she learned during class. |
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Suggested Parent/Child Activity:
You and your child can have a picnic of bread and fish. You can also use whatever you have that can be broken easily into pieces. You can pretend to be Jesus and give thanks to God and break the bread into little pieces. This will show your child how just a few things can go a long way in feeding so many people. Your child can set up his or her dolls, stuffed animals, Barbie dolls or other siblings. Don’t forget to give thanks first to God for the food He has provided. Let your child use any leftovers to feed ducks or birds. |
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Daily Prayer:
Dear Lord, thank You for letting us see this amazing miracle in the Bible. You promised to take care of our needs and food is one of those needs. Thank You for showing that you love us and want to take care of us. Help us to remember to give You thanks every day for our food and all the other blessings You provide. Amen. |
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