13 Very Amazing Animals and How God Used Them

If you want kids to do God’s Word and not just hear it—you’re in exactly the right place.
 
Each session focuses on one key Bible truth—kids will discover it, think about it, talk about it, pray about it, and apply what they learn. You’ll drive that point home through Bible exploration, fun discussions, giggle-worthy games, and oh-wow activities that engage kids in multiple ways.
 
Just add an adult or teenage leader to these easy-to-lead sessions to keep kids engaged, entertained, and growing in their faith! Each session is

• Flexible—sessions work for 1 or 2 kids, 12 kids, or more
• Multi–aged—suitable for all elementary kids
• Low–prep—using easy-to-find supplies
• 45 minutes of fun—with time stretchers to fill an hour
• Relational—children grow close to Jesus and each other

 Perfect for any children’s ministry program—Sunday school, children’s church, 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!

 

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.

Contents

How to Use These SessionsPage 7
Session 1: How God Used a DovePage 9God gives us hope. Genesis 8:6–12
Session 2:  How God Used CamelsPage 17God leads us. Genesis 24:1–4, 9–27
Session 3:  How God Used QuailPage 25God hears our prayers. Numbers 11:18–20, 31–32
Session 4: How God Used Balaam’s DonkeyPage 33God uses us. Numbers 22:21–34
Session 5:  How God Used LionsPage 41God is faithful. Daniel 6:1–23
Session 6: How God Used a Great Fish
Page 49God gives us second chances. Jonah 1:1; 2:6; 3:1–3
Session 7: How God Used a Fish with a CoinPage 57God wants us to do the right thing. Matthew 17:24–27
Session 8: How God Used SheepPage 65God loves us. Luke 15:3–7
Session 9: How God Used a Young DonkeyPage 73God wants us to know Jesus is King. Mark 11:1–10
SESSION 10:  How God Used a School of Fish
Page 81God wants us to obey him. Luke 5:1–11
SESSION 11:  How God Used a RoosterPage 89God is never surprised. Luke 22:33–34, 54–62
SESSION 12:  How God Used a SnakePage 97God is powerful. Acts 28:1–10
SESSION 13:  How God Uses All Creatures to Praise Him!Page 105All God’s creatures praise him. Revelation 4:11; 5:11–13