"Healing in the River"

Naaman was angry when Elisha told him to wash in the Jordan River to be healed of his leprosy. He expected a dramatic miracle, not a simple act of obedience. But his servants encouraged him to listen. Naaman humbled himself, dipped in the river seven times, and was completely healed. His skin became like that of a young boy. Naaman returned to Elisha, grateful and changed—not just physically, but spiritually. He declared that there was no God except the God of Israel. This story reminds us that God often works through simple obedience and that healing can come when we trust Him.

 Discussion Questions

1. Why was Naaman upset about Elisha’s instructions at first?
2. How did Naaman’s servants help him make the right choice?
3. What happened when Naaman obeyed and dipped in the Jordan River?
4. What does this story teach us about humility and faith?
5. How can we encourage each other to trust and obey God, even when it’s hard?

 Prayer

Dear God, thank You for healing and for the power of simple obedience. Help us to listen to Your voice and to trust Your ways, even when they don’t make sense to us. Thank You for the people who encourage us to do what’s right. May our family always follow You with humble hearts. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

 This discussion is based on The One Year Bible Storybook by Virginia Muir.