__Mikal Keefer__ has published more than 20 books and is a frequent contributor to Group Publishing curriculum. He's an active volunteer leader in children's ministry at Church of the Good Shepherd in Loveland, Colorado. Mikal, who is married and the father of two children, is the author of all six titles in this series.

__If you want kids to do God's Word and not just hear it—you're in exactly the right place.__  
   
 Each session focuses on one key Bible truth—kids will discover it, think about it, talk about it, pray about it, and apply what they learn. You'll drive that point home through Bible exploration, fun discussions, giggle-worthy games, and oh-wow activities that engage kids in multiple ways.  
   
 Just add an adult or teenage leader to these easy-to-lead sessions to keep kids engaged, entertained, and growing in their faith! Each session is- __Flexible__—sessions work for 1 or 2 kids, 12 kids, or more
- __Multi–aged__—suitable for all elementary kids
- __Low–prep__—using easy-to-find supplies
- __45 minutes of fun__—with time stretchers to fill an hour
- __Relational__—children grow close to Jesus and each other

 Perfect for any children's ministry program—Sunday school, children's church, and more!  
  
 Help kids discover the faith-building, life-changing truths tucked into the stories of 13 very awesome promises God made. They will see how God kept His word to people like Abram, David, Zechariah and Elizabeth, and remember God's promises when they're afraid, lonely, sick, or in any tough situation. And along the way, kids will be encouraged to trust the God who has never broken a promise—and never will!

Each book in this now six-book series includes13 easy-to-lead, undated sessions to keep kids engaged, entertained, and growing in their faith. Each session is flexible, multi-aged, low-prep, 45 minutes of fun, and relational.

Help kids discover the faith-building, life-changing truths tucked into the stories of 13 very awesome promises God made. They will see how God kept His word to people like Abram, David, Zechariah and Elizabeth, and remember God's promises when they're afraid, lonely, sick, or in any tough situation. And along the way, kids will be encouraged to trust the God who has never broken a promise—and never will!

Contents

  
 How to Use These Sessions

Page 7

  
 SESSION 1: God's Promise to His People

Page 9

Nothing is too hard for God to do. Exodus 6:1–8; 13:17–18; 14:21–31

  
 SESSION 2: God's Promise to Noah

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We can trust God to keep his word. Genesis 7:17–24; 9:1–17

  
 SESSION 3: God's Promise to Abram

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God keeps his promises, but we may have to wait. Genesis 12:1–7; 13:14–18; 21:1–5

  
 SESSION 4: God's Promise to David

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God knows the future.2 Samuel 23:5; 2 Chronicles 13:4–5; Matthew 1:1, 17

  
 SESSION 5: God's Promise of a Savior

Page 41

God sent Jesus for us. Isaiah 9:6–7; Luke 1:67–75

  
 SESSION 6: God's Promise to Zechariah and Elizabeth

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God does what he promises. Luke 1:5–20, 57–64

  
 SESSION 7: Jesus's Promise to a Woman in Pain

Page 55

We can count on Jesus's power. Luke 13:10–13  
 SESSION 8: Jesus's Promise to Rise from the Dead

Page 63

Jesus is God. Luke 9:21–23; Matthew 28:1–7

  
 SESSION 9: God's Promise to See and Love Us

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God knows what's happening to us, and he cares. Psalm 139:1–2; Matthew 10:29–31

  
 SESSION 10: God's Promise That It Will All Work Out

Page 79

When we love and follow God, we end up okay. Romans 8:28, 31

  
 SESSION 11: God's Promise to Help Us Stand Strong

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We're not in this alone—God is with us. 1 Corinthians 10:13; Ephesians 6:10–17

  
 SESSION 12: God's Promise That There's Nothing to Fear

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We don't need to be afraid. Isaiah 46:9; Philippians 4:13; 1 John 4:4

  
 SESSION 13: God's Promise of Eternal Life

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We can live with Jesus in heaven forever. John 14:2–3; Romans 6:23; 10:9

Mikal Keefer

Cover

Title Page

Copyright Page

How to Use These Sessions

Session 1. God’s Promise to His People

Session 2. God’s Promise to Noah

Session 3. God’s Promise to Abram

Session 4. God’s Promise to David

Session 5. God’s Promise of a Savior

Session 6. God’s Promise to Zechariah and Elizabeth

Session 7. Jesus’s Promise to a Woman in Pain

Session 8. Jesus’s Promise to Rise from the Dead

Session 9. God’s Promise to See and Love Us

Session 10. God’s Promise That It Will All Work Out

Session 11. God’s Promise to Help Us Stand Strong

Session 12. God’s Promise That There’s Nothing to Fear

Session 13. God’s Promise of Eternal Life

Easy-to-Teach Bible Lessons for a Big Range of Ages Together!   
   
 Leading children closer to Jesus can be challenging—even more so when you have a mix of ages in the same room! What do you do?  
   
 The 13 Very series is here for you!  
   
 Each book in the series contains 13 very easy and engaging sessions that focus on one key Bible truth. Kids will discover it, think about it, talk about it, pray about it, and apply what they learn. Each session is

- Low-prep—light on supplies and easy to lead on short notice
- Flexible—sessions work for 1 or 2 kids, 12 kids, or more
- Multi-aged—designed to work for all elementary levels
- Right-sized—45 minutes of fun with time stretchers to fill an hour
- Ready-to-go—Just add an adult or a teenage leader—no training necessary

   
Perfect for any children’s ministry opportunity—for Sunday school, children’s church, small groups, and more!  
  
 Help kids discover the faith-building, life-changing truths tucked into the stories of 13 animals that God created. They will see how God used some thirsty camels, low-flying quail, a talking donkey, and more. Along the way, kids will be assured that God knows them and loves them—and is ready to use them in big ways too!  
   
 Written by Mikal Keefer, a trusted children’s ministry worker who’s created a towering stack of books and resources and loves inventing new ways to help kids engage with God’s big story.

13 Very Awesome Promises and How God Always Keeps Them

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