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Copy of George and the Umbrella

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Author/Source: Karl Bastian

Topic: The Importance of Reading God's Word

George learns that an umbrella doesn't work unless you open it. The same is true of God's Word.

 


George and the Umbrella
An original story by Karl Bastian.

INSTRUCTIONS


The Point:
 George learns that an umbrella doesn’t work unless you openit. The same is true of God’s Word.

While this story is wonderful for teaching the importance of OPENINGand READING the Bible, it can also serve as a great Gospel Story to illustrate bringing the Good News of Jesus to places where it hasn’t been shared yet. Just as George introduced the umbrella to the people on his island, missionaries share the Gospel in far-away places. 

This is a FUN, interactive story to tell in a live setting! First, let the kids know they will help you tell the story by doing MOTIONS whenever certain words appear. Explain that George will do some “walking,”some “waiting,” and some “sailing,” and that at times his friends will LAUGH at him. Have the kids practice each motion—especially the LAUGH (and how to STOP quickly on cue). You might use a hand signal, such as a closed fist or crossing your arms (like a baseball umpire signaling “safe”), to let them know when to stop.

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