The Signs of God’s Presence

Bible: 1 Kings 18–19

What This Lesson is All About: God provides strength and encouragement for His people to face opposition on His behalf.

Unit Memory Verse: “Answer me, Lord! Answer me so that this people will know that you, the Lord, are God and that you have turned their hearts back.”
–1 Kings 18:37

Next Steps to Grow as a Disciple:

Use the Adult Daily Discipleship Guide for daily personal Bible study and devotional, family Bible time, or group Bible study. These resources are also on our church app.

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Conversation Questions For the Drive Home:

• In what ways do we see the persecution of Christians in the world around us today?
• How did Jesus endure opposition and rejection for sharing God’s Word with others?
• Have their been times when our family has encountered persecution for our faith in Jesus?
• How should our family lean into God for strength when we share the gospel with others? 

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Parents of Younger Kids:

• What are some things people put before God today?
• What are some ways we can worship the one true God?
• What ways has God proven His power in our lives?

Parents of Older Kids:

• Do you believe the Lord is the one true God? Why?
• In what ways does your family worship God?
• How can you show God’s love to others?

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Questions for the Ride Home:

• How did God show that He is the one true God?
• How is the one true God different from false gods?
• How did God show His love for us?

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