We want a king!
Intro 1. Read lesson 6- We want a king. Manna & Mercy pages 21-22. (Here's a link to the lesson online in case you need it) Link to We Want a King, pg 21-22 2. Discuss with your parent: What would be good qualities of a king or other leader? What would be bad qualities in a king? 3. Review- how does God want the chosen people to live? How is their way of living supposed to be different from everyone else’s? Video Lesson Watch this video: (Here is the link in case the embedded one doesn't work) https://youtu.be/IZMYXSVPMA8 Discuss 1. Why do you think the kings all ended up being really imperfect? 2. The Israelites prayed to God for a king. God listened, and they got a king. Do you think this says anything about how God listens (or doesn't listen) to our prayer? Why do you think God listened? Do you have any questions about prayer that come up during your discussion? (Please note!- There is not one clear, easy answer to these questions! There aren't