Leader Guide
Prayer
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Read the scripture ahead of time to familiarize yourself with the pronunciations.
Listen closely as I read about some of Paul’s travels in Acts 16:6–10. Raise your hand quietly each time you hear a description of how Paul was directed by God. Ready?
6 Next Paul and Silas traveled through the area of Phrygia and Galatia, because the Holy Spirit had prevented them from preaching the word in the province of Asia at that time. 7 Then coming to the borders of Mysia, they headed north for the province of Bithynia, but again the Spirit of Jesus did not allow them to go there. 8 So instead, they went on through Mysia to the seaport of Troas. 9 That night Paul had a vision: A man from Macedonia in northern Greece was standing there, pleading with him, “Come over to Macedonia and help us!” 10 So we decided to leave for Macedonia at once, having concluded that God was calling us to preach the Good News there.
The Spirit prevented them from going to Asia and Bithynia. Then in a vision, they were instructed to go to Macedonia.
As we discussed the SuperVerse a short time ago, we learned that the Holy Spirit wants to lead us in all parts of our lives—not just in church or at home—everywhere. That includes our relationships, our conversations, and even our thoughts and plans!
The Holy Spirit can speak to us in various ways: through God’s Word in the Bible, in dreams, in visions, or simply by speaking to our hearts. The important thing is to give God the opportunity to speak to us each day; to listen and follow His leading.
Close your eyes and be still before God. Give Him a moment to speak to you.
Allow children time to be still in God’s presence.
Now, I would like you to pray silently and ask God to help you listen to Him in all areas of your life, no matter where you are or what you are doing.
Allow children time to pray silently.
Close in prayer: Dear Lord Jesus, Paul and Silas were always willing to change direction to be in step with Your Spirit. Even though they made plans, Your leading took priority in their lives. They were willing to follow You, no matter what happened. Help us listen to Your Spirit as we live each day. Fill us with Your power so that we may finish the work You call us to do. In Your name we pray, Amen.