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Speaker: The following podcast is a Jill dev Divine Media production. we We're just normal kids learning about God's big story. Welcome to Normal Goes a Long Way.
Speaker: For kids! Hi friends, it's Miss Hannah and welcome back to the podcast. I'm so glad you're here to listen to another part of God's big story. You know, we've heard a lot of God's story so far and I bet you, will recognize today's story.
Speaker: But first, last week Miss April asked you the question, Where is your favorite place to pray? Here's what you told us. In my bedroom because it's quiet and I can focus.
Speaker: In my room so I can play while I do it. In my bedroom because it's quiet and i can focus on what I'm saying. I love those answers because we can pray anywhere.
Speaker: Talking to God is so cool because there really aren't very many rules. You don't have to have your eyes closed or your hands folded or your head bowed to pray because God is listening. No matter where you are, no matter what you're doing,
Speaker: Have you ever had it where you're trying to talk to someone, but they're not really paying attention? Like if your teacher is trying to help someone else or your mom is busy or your dad is working and you just want their attention, you just want to talk to them and share with them.
Speaker: Well, that never happens with God. i don't understand it, but he is so powerful and he is everywhere so he can hear everyone at once. It kind of blows my mind, but it is so cool to know that no matter where I am, God is listening to me pray.
Speaker: So I'm so glad that you guys are praying to him too. He loves to hear from us. Today, we're going hear some interesting facts about shepherds.
Speaker: It's time for Shephote Pass. My name is Brady and I'm six years old. Shepherds are people that take care of sheep. Shepherds have to fight wild animals to keep their sheep safe.
Speaker: Shepherds used to play instruments and make music. There is a shepherd in our story today, but I thought I'd have a little fun and tell it a little bit differently. So here it goes.
Speaker: The story of our shepherd boy, David, but with a rhyme. I bet you guys are familiar with rhyming words. Listen for these rhyming words in today's story. God's people faced a mighty foe. It was the Philistines. Oh no.
Speaker: Among them stood Goliath, big and tall, a giant so strong he scared them all. Nine feet tall, he made them freeze.
Speaker: The army quaked down on their knees. Each day he would shout so big and loud, come fight me now. He mocked the crowd, but all God's people shook with fear. No one even dared to take a step too near.
Speaker: But God had planned great surprise to show his power before their very eyes. You see, David was a shepherd boy. He was brave and strong. He cared for his father's sheep and watched them all day long.
Speaker: Once, a lion came to steal a lamb, but David stood his ground. And even when a bear came creeping in, he chased it right back down. So David's brothers were soldiers, and one day his dad said, go see how your brothers are today.
Speaker: They're fighting in the battle, and take them some food along the way. David got there and asked, how goes the fight? Are we winning? Are you all right? His brothers sighed and shook their heads. We cannot fight. Our hearts feel dread.
Speaker: But David stood and raised his chin. With God's had great help, I know we'll win. I will fight the giant strong and tall because God is greater than them all.
Speaker: He didn't wear a sword or shield, no armor strong to guard him in the field. Instead, he reached down to the ground and picked up five smooth stones that he found.
Speaker: With just his sling clutched firm and tight, he stepped up ready for the fight. The giant laughed and shook his head. You send a boy, soon you'll be dead.
Speaker: But David stood so brave and true. I fight for God, not just for you. You come with swords and spears so tall, but God will help and I'll make you fall.
Speaker: So he placed a stone inside his sling and swung it around with one quick swing. The stone flew fast, straight to its mark. It struck the giant clear and sharp.
Speaker: Goliath fell down with a thud, defeated by the boy who stood not with his strength, but God's alone. The battle's victory was shown. So when you face a fearsome fight, remember, David trusted in what was right.
Speaker: With God beside you, strong and near, you too can stand with faith and not with fear. So let's get to the point. God helped David be brave. God makes me brave too.
Speaker: Today with your family, chat about this question. What would you do if you were as brave as David? Would you fight a giant like he did? Maybe there's some other things that feel like giants in your life.
Speaker: Maybe something cool or maybe something scary. Talk about it together and then I would love to hear what your family comes up with. So tell us what you talk about by recording a voice memo on your phone.
Speaker: Text it to us to the number 636-280-5433. the most important part, friends, don't forget, god loves you with a great big love
