Episode #5: Am I too Little to Pray?
In this episode, we talk all about prayer — what it is, why we do it, and how we can talk to God anytime, anywhere! We chat about:What prayer isWhy and when we prayHow to pray — even when we don’t know what to sayThe Lord’s PrayerHow we use prayer beads to help us focusAnd how prayer helps us feel close to God Whether you’re big or small, we hope this episode encourages you to talk to God today!Bible Verses We Talked About:Psalm 118:6The LORD is with me; I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?James 5:16Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.Philippians 4:6–7Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.Matthew 6:7–8And when you pray, do not keep on babbling like pagans, for they think they will be heard because of their many words.Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you need before you ask Him.1 Thessalonians 5:16–18Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.Luke 17:11–19Jesus heals ten men with leprosy — but only one comes back to thank Him. We talked about what that story teaches us about gratitude in our prayers.Books We Talked About:Any Time, Any Place, Any Prayer by Laura Wifler, illustrated by Catalina EcheverriA beautifully illustrated story that helps kids understand that prayer isn’t just something we do at church — we can talk to God anywhere and anytime! From the creators of The Garden, the Curtain and the Cross, this book shows how Jesus made the way for us to pray to God as our Father.The Beginner’s Bible: Let’s Learn to PrayA simple, colourful introduction to prayer for little ones. It uses short prayers and Bible verses to help children learn to thank, praise, and ask God for help — perfect for early readers or bedtime devotions.Songs We Talked About:“Good Shepherd” by The Donut Man A cheerful, kid-friendly song based on Psalm 23 that reminds us how Jesus is our Good Shepherd who loves and cares for us. The Donut Man songs are full of fun actions, Bible truths, and singalong moments that help kids learn about God through music.Other Things We Talked about:Carry Confetti Podcast by Darcie FrostA beautiful, faith-filled podcast that encourages us to “carry confetti” — discovering how to cultivate a life of hopeful expectation and daily celebration. We hope this episode reminds you that you’re never too little to pray!
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