A Present Help in Times of Trouble

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Preview: This lesson highlights various times when God was needed to step in for His faithful servants and help in a time of need. Faith can make anything happen for God’s children.


Scripture Reading: Psalm 46:1-11.

Memory Verse: Psalm 46:1.

1. Did Pharaoh’s army attempt to capture the children of Israel after they left Egypt? Exodus 14:5-9.
2. How were the Israelites affected when they saw the Egyptians approaching their camp? Exodus 14:10-12.
3. How did Moses respond to their cries? Exodus 14:13-14.
4. Did God make His presence known to the children of Israel? Exodus 14:15-18.
5. What happened when they followed God’s orders? Exodus 14:19-22.
6. What happened to the Egyptians when they pursued after the Israelites? Exodus 14:23-31.
Note: God isn’t like some people who are always present when their presence isn’t needed and always absent when they are needed. He is a very present helper when His children need Him.
7. What happened when Paul rebuked the demon in the girl who practiced soothsaying? Acts 16:16-18.
8. How did the damsel’s masters react to the miracle wrought through Paul? Acts 16:19-21.
9. Did the multitude accept the accusation against Paul and Silas? What happened? Acts 16:22-24.
10. How did God respond to the need of His servants? Acts 16:25-26.
11. Was the jailor disturbed about the matter? Acts 16:27.
12. What did the jailor do after he recognized the handiwork of God? Acts 16:28-33.
Note: “God moves in a mysterious way, His wonders to perform; He plants His footsteps in the sea, and rides upon the storm.” God Moves in a Mysterious Way by William Cowper.