Scared of Tornadoes or Storms? What Jesus Would Say
Part of the October What Would Jesus Say series. For kids scared of storms, tornadoes, earthquakes, or natural disasters. Pastor Justin walks them through Mark 4, where Jesus calms a storm so big that seasoned fishermen panic, and lands them in the truth that storms may be loud, but God's voice is stronger.
For Parents
If your kid is afraid of storms, tornadoes, or earthquakes, this episode meets them there. Pastor Justin walks them through Mark 4, where Jesus calms a storm so big that seasoned fishermen are panicking, and lands them in the truth that storms may be loud, but God's voice is stronger. After it ends, talk through your family's emergency plan, then pray together.
The One Thing for the Ride
“You might not be able to stop a storm from happening, but Jesus is still in charge.”
Scripture
Mark 4:39
CSB
Key Takeaways
- Part of the October 'What would Jesus say about the things that scare us?' series
- Walks kids through Mark 4 and Jesus calming the storm on the boat
- Names the reality: even seasoned fishermen were terrified, the storm was real
- Shows Jesus' authority over weather, fear, and everything else
- Gives three concrete moves: prepare wisely + trust God fully, don't carry fear alone, and look for someone else who's scared and be their calm
Try This Week
- Prepare wisely, then trust God fully. It's smart to pack a bag and have a family plan, and then after you've done what you can, trust that Jesus is watching over you.
- Don't carry the fear alone. Talk to a parent or trusted adult about what scares you. They can help remind you of what's true and that you're safe.
- Look for someone else who's scared, maybe even in your own family, and be their calm. God can use you to bring peace to others in hard moments.
Talk It Over
When something big or scary happens, what helps you feel calm or safe?
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