Elijah The Prophet of Fire Pastor Jeff Wickwire

Open 01 - The Man And His Message 2024 Pastor Jeff Wickwire

Family Devotion 1: Elijah's Mysterious Arrival Theme: God uses unexpected people for His purposes. Activity Suggestion: During dinner time. Scripture Reference: 1 Kings 17:1 Devotion:

Introduction: Share with your family that Elijah was a prophet who seemed to come out of nowhere. Ask the kids if they have ever felt like they were in the background or unnoticed.

Discussion: Explain that God often uses people who seem ordinary or unexpected to do amazing things. Ask, "Can you think of someone in the Bible or in your life who was used by God in a surprising way?"

Activity: Have each family member share one thing they think God might want them to do, no matter how small it seems. Encourage them that God can use anyone, just like He used Elijah.

Prayer: Pray together, asking God to help each family member be open to His plans and to use them for His glory.

Parenting Tip: Encourage your kids by affirming their unique gifts and remind them that God has a special plan for each of them.

Open 02 - The Miraculous Provision Of God 2024 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

Family Devotion 1: Trusting God in Unusual Ways Theme: Trusting God's ProvisionActivity Time: Dinner Time Scripture Reference: 1 Kings 17:1-6 Devotion:

Read the Story: During dinner, read 1 Kings 17:1-6 together. Explain how God used ravens to feed Elijah in a very unusual way.

Discussion: Ask the kids, "What is the most unusual way you have seen God provide for you or your family?" Encourage them to think about times when things worked out in surprising ways.

Activity: Have each family member share one thing they are thankful for that God has provided. It could be as simple as a meal, a friend, or a toy.

Prayer: Pray together, thanking God for His provision and asking Him to help you trust Him even when things seem unusual or unexpected.

Parenting Tip: Encourage your kids to see God's hand in everyday situations. Remind them that God can use anything or anyone to meet our needs.

Family Devotion 2: Learning Patience Theme: Patience in God's TimingActivity Time: Car Ride Script

Open 03 - Showdown On The Mountaintop 2024 Pastor Jeff Wickwire

Day 1: Boldness in Faith Theme: Boldness in speaking God's truthScripture: 1 Kings 18:21 - "Elijah went before the people and said, 'How long will you waver between two opinions? If the Lord is God, follow him; but if Baal is God, follow him.'" Activity: During dinner, discuss a time when each family member had to be brave. Ask the kids if they have ever had to stand up for what they believe in, like Elijah did. Discussion Questions:

Why do you think Elijah was so bold? How can we be bold in our faith like Elijah? What are some situations where you might need to be brave for God?

Parenting Tip: Encourage your kids by sharing a personal story of when you had to be bold in your faith. Let them know it's okay to feel scared, but God gives us strength.

Day 2: Trusting God's Power Theme: Trusting in God's power and provisionScripture: 1 Kings 17:6 - "The ravens brought him bread and meat in the morning and bread and meat in the evening, and he drank from the brook." Activity: While cleaning up afte

Open 04 - The Crash 2024 Pastor Jeff Wickwire

Family Devotion 1: Learning from Elijah's Exhaustion Theme: Balance and RestScripture: 1 Kings 19:4-8Activity Time: Dinner Time Activity:

Read the Scripture: During dinner, read 1 Kings 19:4-8 together. Discuss how Elijah was exhausted and needed rest and food to continue his journey.

Discussion Questions:

Why do you think Elijah was so tired? What did God do to help Elijah when he was exhausted? How can we make sure we get enough rest and balance in our lives?

Application:

Talk about the importance of rest and balance in our lives. Encourage each child to share one thing they can do to rest or relax this week.

Parenting Tip: Encourage your children to listen to their bodies and take breaks when needed. Remind them that even God rested on the seventh day!

Family Devotion 2: Facing Disappointment Theme: Handling Failed ExpectationsScripture: 1 Kings 19:9-10Activity Time: After School Snack Time Activity:

Read the Scripture: While having a snack, read 1 Kings 19:9-10.

Open 05 - God Restores His Man 2024 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

Family Devotion 1: God Knows Where We Are Theme: God knows us and meets us where we are. Activity/Time: Dinner time discussion. Scripture: 1 Kings 19:9 - "There he went into a cave and spent the night. And the word of the Lord came to him: 'What are you doing here, Elijah?'" Devotion:

Read the Scripture: Share 1 Kings 19:9 with your family. Discussion: Ask your kids if they have ever played hide and seek. How does it feel when someone finds you? Explain that God always knows where we are, just like He knew where Elijah was. Question: How does it make you feel to know that God knows where you are and what you’re going through? Prayer: Thank God for always knowing where we are and for being with us no matter what.

Parenting Tip: Encourage your kids to share times when they felt alone and remind them that God is always with them.

Family Devotion 2: God Provides for Us Theme: Trusting God for provision. Activity/Time: Breakfast time or while preparing meals. Scripture: 1 Kings 19:8 - "So he got

Open 06 - Elijah’s Mantle Falls On Elisha 2024 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

Day 1: Leaving Everything to Follow Jesus Theme: Commitment to Jesus Scripture: 1 Kings 19:19-21 Activity: During dinner time, discuss what it means to leave everything to follow Jesus. Ask each child to think of one thing they really like (a toy, a game, etc.) and talk about how they would feel if they had to give it up to follow Jesus. Discussion Questions:

Why do you think Elisha was willing to leave everything to follow Elijah? What are some things we might need to let go of to follow Jesus more closely? How can we show Jesus that we want to follow Him with all our hearts?

Parenting Tip: Encourage your children to think about the importance of Jesus in their lives. Remind them that following Jesus is the most rewarding decision they can make.

Day 2: Learning to Serve Theme: Servanthood Scripture: Philippians 2:5-7 Activity: While doing a household chore together (like setting the table or folding laundry), talk about how Jesus served others and how we can serve each other in our family.