While teaching a unit on the life of David, one of the lessons was on the the anointing of young David. In the lesson as Samuel was searching the brothers to see who God was calling, I called my big 5th graders to stand up front...along with one of my tiny kindergarteners. Looking them over I asked the question, "Who do you suppose God will choose---this big one, this strong one or maybe this handsome one...he surely looks like he would make a great king?" The children were shouting and shaking their heads. Then I walked over and choose my tiny kindergartener. The children started laughing as I put the robe and crown on him. The chldren were amazed at my choice ---The lesson in this story is impacting! We serve a God that is not interested in what people can see on the outside...He has the power to look right down inside of us and see our heart!
Many don't realize it, but from before the time we were conceived...God had a plan and purpose for our life. Every child that sits before us in our ministries has a divine purpose. Don't forget when you teach children...the future sits at your feet!
Cathy Peek
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