13 Very Amazing Animals and How God Used Them

by Mikal Keefer

Publisher:

David C Cook

, 2018

Overview

Easy-to-Teach Bible Lessons for a Big Range of Ages Together!
 
Leading children closer to Jesus can be challenging—even more so when you have a mix of ages in the same room! What do you do?
 
The 13 Very series is here for you!
 
Each book in the series contains 13 very easy and engaging sessions that focus on one key Bible truth. Kids will discover it, think about it, talk about it, pray about it, and apply what they learn. Each session is

• Low-prep—light on supplies and easy to lead on short notice
• Flexible—sessions work for 1 or 2 kids, 12 kids, or more
• Multi-aged—designed to work for all elementary levels
• Right-sized—45 minutes of fun with time stretchers to fill an hour
• Ready-to-go—Just add an adult or a teenage leader—no training necessary

 
Perfect for any children’s ministry opportunity—for Sunday school, children’s church, small groups, and more!

Help kids discover the faith-building, life-changing truths tucked into the stories of 13 animals that God created. They will see how God used some thirsty camels, low-flying quail, a talking donkey, and more. Along the way, kids will be assured that God knows them and loves them—and is ready to use them in big ways too!
 
Written by Mikal Keefer, a trusted children’s ministry worker who’s created a towering stack of books and resources and loves inventing new ways to help kids engage with God’s big

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Contents

Contents

How to Use These Sessions

Page 7

Session 1: How God Used a Dove

Page 9

God gives us hope. Genesis 8:6–12

Session 2:  How God Used Camels

Page 17

God leads us. Genesis 24:1–4, 9–27

Session 3:  How God Used Quail

Page 25

God hears our prayers. Numbers 11:18–20, 31–32

Session 4: How God Used Balaam’s Donkey

Page 33

God uses us. Numbers 22:21–34

Session 5:  How God Used Lions

Page 41

God is faithful. Daniel 6:1–23

Session 6: How God Used a Great Fish
Page 49

God gives us second chances. Jonah 1:1; 2:6; 3:1–3

Session 7: How God Used a Fish with a Coin

Page 57

God wants us to do the right thing. Matthew 17:24–27

Session 8: How God Used Sheep

Page 65

God loves us. Luke 15:3–7

Session 9: How God Used a Young Donkey

Page 73

God wants us to know Jesus is King. Mark 11:1–10

SESSION 10:  How God Used a School of Fish
Page 81

God wants us to obey him. Luke 5:1–11

SESSION 11:  How God Used a Rooster

Page 89

God is never surprised. Luke 22:33–34, 54–62

SESSION 12:  How God Used a Snake

Page 97

God is powerful. Acts 28:1–10

SESSION 13:  How God Uses All Creatures to Praise Him!

Page 105

All God’s creatures praise him. Revelation 4:11; 5:11–13

Product Details

• Title : 13 Very Amazing Animals and How God Used Them
• Author: Keefer, Mikal
• Publisher: David C Cook
• Publication Date: 2018
• ISBN: 9780830772957

About Mikal Keefer

Mikal Keefer has published more than 20 books and is a frequent contributor to Group Publishing curriculum. He’s an active volunteer leader in children’s ministry at Church of the Good Shepherd in Loveland, Colorado. Mikal, who is married and the father of two children, is the author of all six titles in this series.