EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Elisha: Seeing the Hand of God at Work – Session 3

EXTRA supports the group plans in the Bible Studies for Life leader guides.









Date: May 11, 2025 













God’s Hand in Meeting Others’ Needs







The Point: God blesses as we serve others.  







Get Into the Study







Share the following as you discuss Question 1:







President Trump and First Lady Melania hosted the annual White House Easter Egg Roll on April 21, with an estimated 30 thousand people in attendance. Activities included the namesake egg roll relay race, a coloring station, hopscotch, and reading nook.







Both the president and first lady enjoyed spending time with the children in attendance, with President Trump joining in at the coloring station and the first lady reading “Bunny with a Big Heart.” The children’s activities focused on Melania’s “Be Best” campaign, which highlights the importance of children’s social, emotional, and physical health.







Just as sharing these activities with the attending children was a fun experience for President Trump and First Lady Melania, we should also find joy when we give to others. 2 Corinthians 9:7 tells us that God loves a cheerful giver, and the joy of joining in God’s kingdom work should make blessing those around us a fun experience for us.







Get Into the Study (Option from Adult Leader Guide)







In advance, play a video clip of someone enjoying giving to others. Then ask Question #1.







Study the Bible







Read the following after discussing Question 3:













In early April,