A while ago, I heard someone mention "prayer bears" on the christian radio station. I thought this was a great idea to include kids in prayer. So what is a prayer bear??? I make these for anyone who requests or needs prayer. As you can tell, the bear itself isn't perfect. I just draw a quick bear on paper, cut it out, write the person/people's names on the belly, and put it on my fridge.
I remember to pray for these people all day long because I am always in front of the fridge :o)
When the situation is "resolved," I will mail the bear to the individual, along with a note telling them that we had been praying for them. I am hoping to teach my kids to pray and be compassionate for others and to acknowledge that we are not in control. Most often, we pray for strength and knowledge.
I am so excited that so many people are learning about the bears, I hope they become infectious!!! It only takes a second to make one, but it means a lot to the people we are praying for.
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