Israel Wants a King
Understand that God's plan is always best
Learn how the Israelites wanted to be like other nations
Recognize the importance of trusting God's guidance
“Then all the elders of Israel gathered together and came to Samuel to Ramah. They said to him, 'Look, you have grown old, and your sons do not walk in your ways. Now appoint for us a king to judge us like all the other nations.'”
— 1 Samuel 8:4-9 (WEB)Shows how people sometimes want to follow others instead of trusting God's unique plan
In today's BibleMouse lesson, we'll learn about a time when people wanted to be just like everyone else instead of being special to God.
The Israelites told Samuel they wanted a king, just like other countries had. They thought having a human king would make them look important.
Children draw pictures showing times they can choose to follow God or follow what others do
Simpler: Parent helps draw pictures
Challenge: Write simple words describing choices
Remember, God has a special plan for you that's different from everyone else!
Dear God, help us listen to You and not just follow what others do.
Coming up: Tomorrow we'll learn about God's warning about kings
“Speak, Lord, for your servant is listening.”
— 1 Samuel 3:10 (WEB)🎯 Activity: King's Listening Game - Children sit in a circle and take turns being the 'king' who must listen carefully to a whispered message
This lesson introduces the concept of peer pressure and trusting God's unique plan
Children may find it hard to understand why following the crowd isn't always best
Child's ability to describe making good choices