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Why does waiting take so long? Riley has been praying, the answer hasn't arrived, and the last thing Riley wants is another reminder to be patient. Miss Sunshine has something extra to add: patience and thankfulness!Through Hannah's story, Miss Sunshine and Riley discover that we can tell God when we're worried, disappointed, or confused. Hannah trusted God before her answer came, and we can bring our requests to Jesus with thanksgiving too.With a little laughter and a heartfelt prayer, Thankful Even While Waiting offers a new waiting strategy: prayer, trust, and thanksgiving. You can keep doing what's right and loving people while you wait.BIBLE CONNECTIONHannah pours out her heart to God — 1 Samuel 1:9–20.Bring your requests with thanksgiving; God's peace keeps hearts and minds through Christ Jesus — Philippians 4:6–7.BIG IDEAYou can thank Jesus for His love and faithfulness while you're still asking for His help. Thankfulness doesn't require pretending everything is fine.FAMILY DISCUSSION1. What was Hannah honest with God about?2. What changed before Hannah had her answer?3. What is the difference between being thankful for a problem and thanking God while facing it?4. What could prayer, trust, and thanksgiving look like in your day?THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGEBring one worry to Jesus in your own words. Thank Him for hearing you and staying with you. Then choose one kind or helpful thing to do while you wait.CHAPTERS00:00 — Welcome to Miss Sunshine and Friends00:37 — Riley's question: why does waiting take so long?01:20 — Patient and thankful?02:00 — Hannah brings her sadness to God02:45 — Honest feelings are welcome03:12 — What changed before the answer?03:59 — Thanking God while facing a problem05:06 — Peace doesn't have to wait05:47 — Keep living and doing what's right06:16 — A new waiting strategy06:45 — Still asking, still trusting07:20 — Riley's prayer07:49 — A thankful heart before everything is fixed08:27 — Practicing patience—with a smile08:39 — Stay close to Jesus while you wait

Lina has been praying for Ava—and watching the church doors every Sunday. When her hope turns into pressure, a conversation meant kindly leaves her friend feeling like a project.Tanner recognizes the mistake, and Mr. Henry shares what seven years of praying for his daughter taught him. Through Hannah's story, Lina begins learning how to keep loving, praying, and giving thanks without trying to control someone else's timing.There is no new wooden star this week. But Lina opens the star log anyway: still praying for Ava, thankful that the story isn't over.BIBLE CONNECTIONHannah leaves prayer trusting God before the answer arrives — 1 Samuel 1:18. Read the wider story in 1 Samuel 1:9–20.BIG IDEAPeople aren't projects. We can pray faithfully, give thanks, and keep showing love while trusting God with the timing.FAMILY DISCUSSION1. Why did Lina's invitation hurt Ava, even though she meant it kindly?2. What did Mr. Henry learn while praying for Rachel?3. What is the difference between welcoming someone and pressuring them?4. Who can you thank God for while you're still praying for them?THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGEPray for someone you love without making their next step about your schedule. Thank Jesus for them, and choose one simple way to show kindness. If you've pressured someone, offer a sincere apology.CHAPTERS00:00 — Welcome to The Adventures of Tanner & Lina00:36 — Lina keeps watching the doors01:11 — An invitation becomes pressure02:10 — Tanner recognizes the mistake02:46 — A heavy backpack and a porch conversation03:10 — Mr. Henry's seven years of prayer03:34 — Hannah's thankful heart before the answer04:42 — Ava isn't a project04:58 — Lina apologizes05:24 — Friendship takes time05:43 — No star, but still praying06:06 — 1 Samuel 1:18 and a family question06:26 — Next week: an old phone rings

A major waiting system is moving through the area! Ben Breezy checks the forecast for delays, unanswered questions, and the familiar cry: “Is it here yet?”Join Ben and field correspondent Trey from Around the Way as they explore Hannah's prayer. Hannah poured out her sadness to God, then left trusting Him before she knew how her story would turn out. With package-tracking jokes, surfing wisdom, and a few burrito detours, this forecast reminds kids that prayer is a conversation with Someone who loves them.BIBLE CONNECTIONHannah prays at Shiloh, receives Eli's blessing, and later welcomes Samuel — 1 Samuel 1:9–20.BIG IDEAYou can be honest with Jesus about your worries and still trust Him. You don't have to wait for the answer to start thanking the One who hears you.FAMILY DISCUSSION1. What changed in Hannah's heart before her circumstances changed?2. How is prayer different from placing an order?3. What can you thank Jesus for while you're waiting?4. What is one good thing you can keep doing today?THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGETell Jesus honestly about something you're waiting for. Thank Him for one blessing you already have, and take one faithful next step. Being thankful doesn't mean pretending you aren't sad.KEEP LISTENINGThis week's ARK adventures build toward Friday's main Bible story, verse of the week, and devotional.CHAPTERS00:00 — November: growing thankful hearts01:11 — A whole week of ARK adventures02:35 — Ben's waiting-system forecast03:12 — Is the package here yet?03:42 — Hannah's long wait04:22 — Pouring out her heart at Shiloh04:51 — Eli hears Hannah's explanation05:21 — Peace before the answer05:57 — Trey reports from Around the Way07:18 — Prayer isn't a delivery app08:32 — Trusting while the ocean is flat09:45 — Hannah's heart had changed10:46 — The update: Samuel is born11:23 — Your forecast for the week12:03 — Honest feelings and a thankful heart12:59 — Keep walking with Jesus all week

Ten men were healed. One came back. Will we remember to thank the Giver?Junkie takes the storytelling microphone as the ARK crew explores Jesus' encounter with ten men with leprosy. There are funny mix-ups, some help keeping the details straight, and a serious question: what happens when we become so busy enjoying a blessing that we forget the One who gave it?Practice the verse of the week, hear the Bible story, and join a gentle devotional about turning thankfulness into a conversation with Jesus. Dileo also shares an honest moment about wanting to pray—and finding it hard to take the next step.BIBLE CONNECTIONLuke 17:11–19 — Jesus heals ten men; one returns to give thanks.Verse of the week: Luke 17:15.BIG IDEAA thankful heart does more than enjoy God's gifts. It comes back to Jesus and makes time with Him.FAMILY DISCUSSION1. What did Jesus tell the ten men to do before they saw their healing?2. Why did one man turn around?3. When have you been so excited about a gift that you forgot to say thank you?4. Who could pray with you when taking a step toward Jesus feels hard?THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGENotice one way Jesus has helped you. Tell Him what you're thankful for in your own words, and stay a little longer to talk with Him. Then thank someone who has helped you, too.JOIN THE ARKWith a parent's help, send your verse recording, testimony, favorite moment, or joke to [email protected]. Find more family resources at https://wpfkids.org.CHAPTERS00:00 — Welcome aboard the ARK00:58 — Verse of the week: Luke 17:1502:30 — The main story begins02:48 — Junkie warms up the microphone04:14 — Ten men meet Jesus05:08 — Calling out from a distance05:44 — Go show yourselves to the priests06:15 — Healed as they went06:57 — One man turns back07:29 — Where are the nine?08:21 — Remember to go back and say thanks09:32 — Junkie's accuracy rating10:31 — Dileo's honest request for prayer11:09 — Devotional: don't rush away from the Giver12:20 — Thankfulness becomes a conversation13:08 — Take time with Jesus today13:47 — Share your voice and stay aboard

Ten men have been healed. Two roads stand before them. What will they choose?Max Messenger hosts a game-show-style retelling of the ten men with leprosy. One road is labeled Me First; the other is Thankfulness. The nine are eager to return to the lives they've missed, while one man pauses to remember the One who made going home possible.Play along with The Road Back as Choice and Consequence explores gratitude, priorities, and drawing close to Jesus. Being thankful doesn't mean never enjoying a blessing—it means remembering to thank the Giver.BIBLE CONNECTIONJesus heals ten men with leprosy — Luke 17:11–19. The crossroads and game-show presentation are a fictional teaching frame around the Bible story.BIG IDEABefore you run off with a gift, take time to thank the Giver. Thankful hearts stay close to Jesus.FAMILY DISCUSSION1. Why were the men eager to go home?2. What made one man decide to turn back?3. Did he have to choose between thanking Jesus and ever seeing his family again?4. What can you put first when God answers a prayer?THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGEWhen something good happens, pause to thank Jesus before rushing into the next thing. Then thank someone who has helped you.CHAPTERS00:00 — Welcome to Choice and Consequence00:42 — Ten men receive a miracle01:43 — Max Messenger presents two roads01:59 — Me First: the life they've missed02:36 — Thankfulness: the road back to Jesus03:27 — Nine make their choice03:53 — One contestant stays at the crossroads04:38 — Choosing thankfulness05:02 — The man returns and gives thanks05:57 — What will come first?06:05 — Remember the Giver