BIG IDEA
MEET Darara
Darara is a very bright young man and his grateful spirit is encouraging to everyone he meets.
Watch the video (read the subtitles for your little kiddos) and then discuss Darara’s story together.
TALK ABOUT IT
Why did Darara only have one pair of clothes to wear?
Children who live in poverty do not have access to their basic needs. Darara was not able to afford new clothes so he wore the same thing all year.
How does Darara feel now that he has everything he needs?
Darara says that his life now doesn’t compare to the life he used to live before 30 Hearts.
What is Darara’s response to having a place to live and for the help others have given him?
Darara is grateful and thanks and prays for those who have helped him live a better life.
FUN FACTS
One of Darara’s nicknames is “Doctor Darara”
Darara has a great sense of humor and he loves to make silly faces
Darara ranks as one of the top students in his class.
BIBLE VERSE
Romans 8:18
For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is going to be revealed to us.
QUESTIONS
Why can Darara look back at his suffering and still be grateful?
How does it feel to know that one day we will see Jesus and nothing will compare to it?
How can we live now since we know that one day all things will be made right?
BIG IDEA
Darara’s life before 30 Hearts was difficult. But now, he has everything he needs and is living a much better life. The struggles we experience in life may be difficult now but they can’t compare to how great it will be when we are with Jesus! Praise God that He is better than anything we will experience in this life.
Close in prayer
Father, we thank you for giving us what we need and for always being with us. We praise you for being with us even when we go through hard things. We are grateful you were with Darara and you brought him to a home and a family where he can have everything he needs. Lord, you are good and we can’t wait to be with you in heaven one day! Amen.
ACTIVITY
Together as a family, ask each other some of these questions. This is a fun way to learn what each other’s favorite things are. After going through the questions, end your time by reminding each other that even though all of our favorite things are good and special, nothing can compare to God, who is greater than all!
Name your favorite…
- Food
- Place to visit
- Sport
- Color
- Animal
- Family Activity
- Holiday
- Toy
- Movie
- Fruit
MUSIC
How Great is Our God
Chris Tomlin
Spend time singing together as a family or just listening to the music and lyrics.