What’s It Like Where I Live?

After you watch the video, here are some ideas to keep exploring the topic of poverty as a family:

What surprises you most about the different ways of life you saw in the video?
What needs do you have that are the same as needs of kids in other countries?
Read 1 Corinthians 12:12-27. If you think about every member of God’s Big Family as a part of a body, what part would you be? Why is it important to come together as one Body of Christ to help those with less than we have?
What questions do you have for the child you sponsor about their culture and way of life? What do you think they would be surprised to know about how you live?

Encourage Your Sponsored Child

It’s easy to write a note and send photos of your family using this online tool. Share about what you eat, where you sleep, and how you like to play with the child you sponsor!
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