Faith @ Home Daily- Wednesday, July 8, 2020

Scripture: Psalm 13

How long, O Lord? This psalm begins in sadness, with the author feeling forgotten by God. Painful thoughts and feelings only make matters worse. Yet, that’s not the end of the story. God has done wonderful things in the past. This memory changes everything. Suddenly, the psalm ends with a joyful heart eager to burst out in song praising the Lord.

Watch- July 8, 2020

Scripture: Psalm 13 Watch "The Boy Who Finally Listened." After watching the video, discuss these questions: What happened when the boy stopped listening? This story reminds us of four magical words, “Once upon a time.�...

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Read- July 8, 2020

Scripture: Psalm 13 Read along with the Rev. David Nelson as he shares his original story, Maya the Monkey . After reading (or listening) to the story, discuss these questions: Maya the monkey was given special gifts upon her...

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Listen- July 8, 2020

Scripture: Psalm 13 Listen to the hymn, "What Wondrous Love Is This, O My Soul." After listening to the song, discuss these questions: Singing helps change our mood when we are sad. Is there anything in this hymn that might ma...

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Do- July 8, 2020

Scripture: Psalm 13 Psalm 13 begins with these words, “How long, O Lord?� While God is there for us, sometimes it doesn’t feel that way. Take out a sheet of paper and write down a list of people in the world who may feel forgotten o...

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Pray- July 8, 2020

Scripture: Psalm 13 Pray this paraphrase of Psalm 13: Listen up, God. I feel forgotten by you. How long must I be stuck with my thoughts, with pain in my heart? How long will bad things happen to me? Answer me, please! Help me understand...

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