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Paul believed that God wanted him to tell Gentiles about Jesus. So he made three trips through Syria, Turkey, and Greece. Many people believed in Jesus, and many churches were started.Years later, Paul returned to Jerusalem. Some people were upset by his teaching and attacked him. He was unfairly arrested. Since Paul was a Roman citizen, he asked for his trial to be in Rome.Paul was put on a boat headed for Rome. The trip was slow. “Let’s wait in Crete until the stormy season is over,” Paul suggested. The captain sailed ahead anyway.There was a huge storm; everyone thought they would die. An angel told Paul that they would all be saved, and he would get to Rome. Paul told the others. Someone spotted land. The sailors planned to abandon ship and let the others die. Paul warned: “You will survive only if everyone stays aboard.” The boat crashed on an island called Malta.The soldiers were afraid of being punished if the prisoners escaped. So they decided to kill them. But their commander liked Paul, so he ordered his men to let them live. They staggered ashore. Just as Paul had said, everyone was alive!The ruler of Malta let them stay with him. His father was sick. When Paul prayed for him, God healed him.They boarded another ship and went to Rome, where Paul was chained in a house. While there, he wrote letters to teach the new churches around the world. His letters are now included in the Bible!
What are some things that could have stopped Paul from preaching about Jesus? Did it actually stop him?How can we be encouraged when we face storms in our life?
Legends
May 25
This Week’s Bible Story
Paul’s Journey and Trials (Acts 27-28) Paul knew that God wanted him to spread the Good News about Jesus to the Gentiles. He was committed to do this, even when he was a prisoner in chains. Nothing could stop God from using Paul to fulfill His purpose, and nothing could stop Paul from obeying God’s plan for his life.
Memory Verse: “This is my command—be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” JOSHUA 1:9
Check-in + Worship 8:30 - 9:05 10:30 - 11:05
8:30 - 9:05
10:30 - 11:05
As kids check in, invite them to join their parents in the Auditorium during worship. Once the worship set ends, wait in the back for kids to join you and lead them back to the Zion Kids area.
Connect 9:05 - 9:15 11:05 - 11:15
9:05 - 9:15
11:05 - 11:15
Let each kid answer today’s icebreaker question: If you could go on a cruise anywhere in the world, where would you go?
Bible Story 9:15 - 9:30 11:15 - 11:30
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11:15 - 11:30
Look up Acts 27-28 and tell the Bible story in your own words.
Key Story Points:
Debrief 9:30 - 9:40 11:30 - 11:40
9:30 - 9:40
11:30 - 11:40
Prayer Time 9:40 - 9:45 11:40 - 11:45
9:40 - 9:45
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Close your small group time by praying with your kids. This week’s prayer focus is on PRAISE PRAYERS. Ask the kids in your group, “What is one thing you love about God?” (You may need to prompt kids with ideas.) Take time to pray for each of the things that were shared.
Activity 9:40 - 9:45 11:40 - 11:45
9:40 - 9:45
11:40 - 11:45
Give kids the pieces to build a simple wooden boat and encourage them to decorate it with the materials provided.
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