Key Ideas
Faith Fact
The Holy Spirit helps me.
Faith Verse
Galatians 5:22–23 (NLT)
The Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.
Question of the Day: What is the kindest thing someone has ever done for you?
Read about It
Read: Acts 9:36–42
Tabitha (also called Dorcas) was a woman who was always doing kind things and helping those who were in need. She got sick and died. People who had been helped by Tabitha were really upset. When the believers at Joppa heard that Peter was near, they asked him to come.
Peter prayed for Tabitha and God healed her.
Each of us has a chance to be like Tabitha and make a difference for those we encounter. Whether at home, school, or at the grocery store, we need to tell others about Jesus. The most effective way to reach others with the good news about Jesus is to allow the Holy Spirit to guide our words and our actions.
Talk about It
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Question 1. How do you think the people felt when Tabitha died? Answer 1. Answers will vary.
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| Question 2. What can we learn from the example of Tabitha?
Answer 2. Answers will vary.
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| Question 3. Why is it important to show kindness to others?
Answer 3. Answers will vary.
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| Question 4. Who can you show love and kindness to?
Answer 4. Answers will vary.
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| Question 5. How can the Holy Spirit help you love others?
Answer 5. Answers will vary. |
Pray about It
Dear God, thank You for showing us the importance of showing kindness to others. I ask that the Holy Spirit would guide and direct me every day to share Your love and to make a difference in the life of every person I meet. Amen.