The Wonderful God

Read Acts 16:25-34

Paul and Silas were two men who traveled around telling people about Jesus and
how he came to forgive us of our sins. Some of the people didn’t want Paul and Silas to
talk about Jesus, so they had Paul and Silas thrown into jail. The jailer locked up Paul and Silas' feet in chains so they couldn't escape.

Paul and Silas prayed to God. They sang songs about God's power and His greatness.

Suddenly, a great earthquake came and the ground began to shake. The walls of the jail moved from side to side and the prison doors flew open. The chains around Paul and Silas' feet broke away.

Paul and Silas could have ran away. Instead, they stayed in the jail and told the jailer about Jesus. The told him how Jesus came to forgive our sins. They told the jailer that God deserves our praise. After Paul and Silas talked with him, the jailer put his faith and trust in Jesus. The jailer gave God thanks and praise for all that He had done!

Family Discussion:
  • Where were Paul and Silas sent for talking about Jesus?
  • What did Paul and Silas do while they were in jail?
  • What happened when the earthquake came?
  • How can we praise and worship God?
  • Discuss how when we give God praise, worship, and thanksgiving that it is a way that we can show our love for God.

Memory Verse
Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul. Love him with all your strength. Deuteronomy 6:5