God Brings Dry Bones to Life in the Valley of Ezekiel 37
Whether you’re on break already, counting down the days, or just rolling into June—this summer, we’re calling it Road Tripping with Jesus.
For Parents
Some days a kid feels tired, sad, or stuck, like nothing is working. This episode walks through Ezekiel's vision of the valley of dry bones to show kids that God's words bring real life and hope. Pastor Justin keeps it concrete with a story about a toy robot that needed its power switch flipped. At home, pick one verse together and say it out loud before the day starts, maybe on a sticky note on the mirror. It's a simple way to invite God's peace into the day.
The One Thing for the Ride
“When God speaks His word, He brings life and hope even to the things that feel dried up and gone.”
Scripture
Ezekiel 37:4
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Key Takeaways
- Ezekiel was a prophet who saw a God-given vision of a valley full of dry bones.
- When Ezekiel spoke God's words, the bones came to life, showing that God's word has power.
- Listening to Jesus fills us with real life, real truth, and real hope.
- Speaking a verse out loud is a simple way to start your day with God.
Try This Week
- Think about one area of your life that feels dead or hopeless and ask God to bring it back to life.
Talk It Over
What's something you'd love to ask God to bring back to life, like a friendship, some joy, or even your confidence this summer?
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Questions Kids Ask
What is the story of the valley of dry bones in the Bible?
God showed the prophet Ezekiel a vision of a valley full of dry bones and told him to speak God's words over them, dry bones hear the word of the Lord (Ezekiel 37:4). When Ezekiel obeyed, the bones came together and came to life, showing that when God speaks his word he brings life and hope even to things that feel dried up and gone.
