Use this picture with this lesson only.

🎵 “All Tangled Up”

A joyful, emotional companion song for Hooty & Hoot

Verse 1
I saw something shiny
Hanging from a tree,
Thought it’d make my nest look nice,
A treasure just for me.
But when I grabbed that sparkly vine,
It wrapped around my wing…
And suddenly I wasn’t free
To do a single thing.

Chorus
🎶 I’m all tangled up,
In a twist and a knot,
Stuck in a mess
That I wish I forgot.
But when I holler out for help,
God hears me from above…
And He comes to set me free
When I’m all tangled up. 🎶

Verse 2
I wiggled and I flapped,
But the vine just held on tight.
I felt a little scared inside,
My heart was full of fright.
So I called for Uncle Hooty,
As loud as I could be…
And he swooped down in a heartbeat
To help untangle me.

Chorus
🎶 I’m all tangled up,
In a twist and a knot,
Stuck in a mess
That I wish I forgot.
But when I holler out for help,
God hears me from above…
And He comes to set me free
When I’m all tangled up. 🎶

Bridge
Sometimes trouble starts out small,
A sparkle on a vine…
But then it wraps around your heart
One loop at a time.
Yet God knows where the first knot is,
He knows just what to do…
He loosens every tangle
Till your wings can lift anew.

Final Chorus
🎶 I’m all tangled up,
But He’s stronger than the knot.
His love is the answer
To the trouble I’ve got.
When I holler out for help,
He comes so faithfully…
And He sets my spirit free
When I’m all tangled up. 🎶

Ending Line
One gentle tug from heaven…
And I’m flying free again.

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🌲 Tangled in Trouble: Story

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🌲 Tangled in Trouble

A Pine Hollow Story with Hooty and Hoot

Morning sunlight spilled like golden honey across Pine Hollow, warming the treetops and waking the forest with a gentle glow. Little Hoot zipped through the clearing, wings fluttering with excitement. Today, he was determined to master a brand‑new swirl, to show the boy who visited him every day.

He darted left. He darted right. He twirled in a tiny circle.

“Oh, he’s going to love this!” Hoot giggled.

But then — something glittered.

A thin, shimmering forest vine dangled from a branch, sparkling with dew like a necklace made of tiny stars.

“Ooooh!” Hoot gasped. “Treasure!”

He tugged it.

It didn’t move.

He tugged harder.

Still stuck.

So he wrapped it around his wing… then his foot… then his other wing… and before he knew it—

SPLAT!

He tumbled off the branch and landed in a feathery heap.

The vine tightened around him like a snare.

He tried to stand, He couldn’t. He tried to flap. He couldn’t. He tried to wiggle free. The vine only pulled tighter.

As the vine tightened around him, Hoot’s eyes grew wide. He tried to wiggle. He became panicky. He tried to flap. He tried to twist.

Nothing worked.

And then — he did what any little owl would do when he was scared out of his feathers.

He hollered.

“HEEEELP! Uncle Hooty! Somebody! I’m stuck! I’m REALLY stuck!”

His voice echoed through Pine Hollow, bouncing off the trees, startling a squirrel, and sending a few leaves fluttering down from the branches.

Hooty heard him instantly.

That cry — that desperate, honest cry — cut straight through the forest like a bell.

And Hooty came.

Not walking. Not gliding. But a flying dash — wings wide, heart full, moving as fast as he could.

He landed beside Hoot with a soft whuff, wrapping a steady wing around him.

“It’s alright, little one,” Hooty said gently. “I heard you. I’m here.”

Hoot sniffled. “I didn’t mean to yell…”

Hooty smiled. “Sometimes yelling for help is the bravest thing you can do.”

“Oh, little one… what happened?”

Hoot’s voice cracked. “I just wanted something pretty… but now I’m stuck. I can’t fly. I can’t move. I can’t do anything God wants me to do.”

Hooty gently lifted the tangled mess. It was a disaster — loops on loops, knots on knots, a hopeless wad of trouble.

“Hoot,” he said softly, “this reminds me of something a wise friend once taught. She brought a big purse full of tangled jewelry to a group of people. She worked and worked, but she couldn’t get even one thing loose. Not one.”

Hoot sniffed. “Not even one?”

“No,” Hooty said. “But when she lifted the whole tangled mess out of her purse… one necklace slipped free and fell right out. Just like that.”

Hoot’s eyes widened. “How did that happen?”

“Because God knows exactly where the first knot is,” Hooty said. “He knows the one place to start.”

He tugged gently on a single loop near Hoot’s wing.

A strand slid free and dropped to the ground.

Hoot gasped. “It came loose!”

Hooty nodded. “God always knows how to begin untangling us.”

Then he whispered a verse that seemed to float through the branches like a breeze:

“Let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us…” — Hebrews 12:1, KJV

One loop loosened. Then another. Then another.

Hoot felt lighter with every tug — hope rising in his chest like a tiny lantern.

Finally, the last knot fell away.

Hoot sprang to his feet, wings stretching wide. “I’m free! I’m really free!”

Hooty smiled, eyes warm. “That’s what God does for us, Hoot. When we get tangled in sin, or fear, or wrong choices… He doesn’t leave us stuck. He helps us out of the knots.”

Hoot blinked up at him. “Even when it’s my fault?”

“Especially then,” Hooty said. “His love is stronger than any tangle.”

Just then, the boy arrived at the edge of the clearing, waving with both hands, joy lighting up his face.

Hoot fluttered his wings. “Can I go see him now?”

Hooty nodded. “Go on, little one. You’re free to fly again.”

Hoot launched into the air — wobbly at first, then steady, then soaring — leaving the tangled vine behind like yesterday’s trouble.

As he flew toward the boy, he called back:

“Next time I see something shiny… I’ll ask you first!”

Hooty laughed, the sound echoing through the treetops. “That’s my boy.”

And as the forest settled into a peaceful hush, a whisper seemed to drift through the leaves:

“If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed.” — John 8:36, KJV

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“Under His Wings — A Psalm 91:4 Lullaby”

For This Song Only

— Psalm 91:4 is already a lullaby waiting to be sung. 

Here is your full lullaby built entirely around Psalm 91:4:

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🌙 “Under His Wings — A Psalm 91:4 Lullaby”

Verse 1
In the quiet of the treetops,
When the day is almost through,
God will cover you with feathers,
Soft and warm as morning dew.
Little Hoot lies close and listens
To the promise strong and true…
Under His wings you’ll find refuge,
And His love is over you.

Chorus
🎶 Under His wings, under His wings,
Safe in the shelter His faithfulness brings.
Rest in His shadow, peaceful and new,
For He watches over me and you. 🎶

Verse 2
When the nighttime winds are whispering
Through the branches overhead,
Hooty hums a gentle blessing
From the words the Lord has said.
“Child, His faithfulness will shield you,
Like a rampart standing strong…”
And the forest seems to echo
He has held you all along.

Chorus
🎶 Under His wings, under His wings,
Safe in the shelter His faithfulness brings.
Rest in His shadow, peaceful and new,
For He watches over me and you. 🎶

Bridge
No fear in the darkness,
No worry in the night…
For God spreads His feathers
In comforting light.
Little Hoot drifts softly,
Dreams gentle and true…
Knowing His refuge
Covers me and you.

Final Chorus (soft)
🎶 Under His wings, under His wings,
Sleep in the peace that His tenderness brings.
Wrapped in His mercy, all night through…
He keeps His watch
over me and you. 🎶

Ending Whisper
Rest now, little one…
His wings are your refuge.

Susan Barker Nikitenko 2026©
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🌙 “Under His Wings — Bedtime Verse.”

(inspired by Psalm 91:4)

Whisper Verse He will cover you with His feathers, soft as the evening dew… Under His wings you’ll find refuge, safe in His love over me and you.

Lullaby Refrain 🎶 Over me and you, His peace is shining through. Feathers warm, the night made new, God keeps watch over me and you. 🎶

Closing Line Sleep now, little Hoot… His wings are your shelter tonight.

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🌙 “Hooty and Hoot — Lullaby Version.”

🌙 “Hooty and Hoot — Lullaby Version.”

(A tender bedtime song)

Verse 1
Hush now, little Hoot,
The moon is shining bright.
Uncle Hooty’s here with you,
To guard you through the night.
The treetops sway so quietly,
The stars begin to gleam…
Close your eyes, sweet feathered one,
And drift into a dream.

Chorus
🎶 Hooty and Hoot, in the cool night air,
One sings wisdom, one sleeps with care.
Wings fold  gently, hearts at rest,
Held by the Lord, who loves them best. 🎶

Verse 2
Hooty shares wise stories
Of God’s strong, steady wings—
How He lifts the weary heart
And every blessing brings.
Little Hoot leans close to him,
Safe in the silver glow…
Wrapped in peace and comfort
Only heaven’s love can show.

Final Chorus
🎶 Hooty and Hoot, under skies,
One keeps watch while the other sleeps.
Feathers soft and stars so bright,
God holds them both through every night. 🎶

Soft Ending
Sleep now, little Hoot…
The Lord is watching too.

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Hooty and Hoot Song

Hooty and Hoot

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🎵 Hooty and Hoot
(A joyful children’s ministry song)

Verse 1
In the heart of Pine Hollow, where the tall trees grow,
Lived old Hooty the Owl, with a wise, gentle glow.
He’d whisper soft prayers in the hush of the night,
And teach little Hoot how to soar in the light.

Chorus
🎶 Hooty and Hoot, flying side by side,
One with the stories, one with the stride.
Feathers of faith and wings full of grace,
They carry God’s love to every place. 🎶

Verse 2
Hooty said, “Hoot, when the winds start to roar,
Remember the Lord — He’ll help you soar.”
So Hoot took his flight with a sparkle and cheer,
Bringing hope to the children far and near.

Bridge
They perch on the porch, they glide through the trees,
They sing with the chipmunks and pray on the breeze.
One tells the stories, one learns the way,
Together they brighten each woodland day.

Final Chorus
🎶 Hooty and Hoot, in the morning light,
One with the wisdom, one with the flight.
Feathers of courage, hearts full of song,
They carry God’s comfort all day long. 🎶

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🌲 Hooty Visits the Reserve to Check on Hoot

🌲 Hooty Visits the Reserve to Check on Hoot

 

Hooty glided over Pine Hollow just as the morning mist was lifting, his wings catching the soft gold of the rising sun. The Forest Reserve lay quietly below him — a place where his young Nephew was healing from being injured, He was there to heal, well he has completely recovered.  So today, Hooty had only one mission on his mind:

Check on his nephew, little Hoot and to help him home.

He landed on the old cedar post near the training glen, feathers settling with a soft whuff. The Reserve Keeper, a kindly old chipmunk named Mr. Whiskerby, looked up and smiled.

“Back to see your boy again, Hooty?”

Hooty chuckled. “He’s not a boy… but he’s still my little Hoot.”

From across the clearing came a familiar flutter — small wings, determined but wobbly, beating the cool air. Hoot swooped in, landed on a branch, and nearly toppled off from excitement.

“Uncle Hooty! You came!”

“I had to,” Hooty said, nudging him gently. “I wanted to see how my nephew is doing.”

Hoot puffed his chest. “I’m practicing my glides! And my landings! And my prayers too — the ones you taught me.”

Hooty’s heart warmed. “That’s why I came, little one. Not just to see how high you fly… but how strong your heart is growing.”

They perched together, watching the sunlight  move like melody on the pond. A soft breeze twirling the leaves overhead — almost like a glimmer of Psalm 91:4 drifting through the branches:

“He will cover you with His feathers…”

Hoot leaned against his uncle’s side.
“Uncle Hooty… does God really watch over us like that?”

Hooty wrapped a wing around him.

“Every moment, Hoot. Over me… and over you.”

And in that quiet morning glow, the Reserve felt like the safest place in the world.

Psalm 91:4 (KJV) says, "He shall cover thee with his feathers, and under his wings shalt thou trust: his truth shall be thy shield and buckler"

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🌙 “He Watches Over You and Me”

(A gentle woodland lullaby)

Verse 1
When the nighttime settles softly
On the branches of the tree,
And the moonlight paints the forest
With a silver melody…
Little Hoot curls close to Hooty,
Safe as any owl could be…
For the Lord is ever watching,
He watches over you and me.

Chorus
🎶 He watches over you and me,
In the darkness or the breeze.
Under wings of love so free,
He watches over you and me. 🎶

Verse 2
When the winds begin their whistle
Through the leaves so music’ly
And the stars shine out like lanterns
Over Pine Hollow’s canopy…
Hooty hums a little blessing,
Soft as feathers on the sea…
“Child, the Lord is always near us,
He watches over you and me.”

Chorus
🎶 He watches over you and me,
In the dark or on the breeze.
Under wings of love so free,
He watches over you and me. 🎶

Bridge
No fear can touch the peaceful night
When God is close at hand…
His faithfulness our shelter,
His comfort strong and grand.
So rest, dear heart, in perfect peace,
As quiet as can be…
For the Lord is ever watching,
He watches over you and me.

Final Chorus (soft)
🎶 He watches over you and me,
In the dark or on the breeze.
Wrapped in love eternally,
He watches over you and me. 🎶

Ending Whispering
Sleep now, little one…
You’re under His wings

 

Susan Barker Nikitenko. 2026©

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🌟 “I’ll Be Right Here, My Friend”

(Companion song from the Ethen’s perspective)

Verse 1
Every morning at the Reserve,
I’d sit beneath the tree…
Watching little Hoot grow strong,
The way he’s meant to be.
I’d whisper prayers for courage
So his wings could fly and bend…
And I’d tell him, “Don’t you worry,
I’ll be right here, my friend.”

Chorus
🎶 I’ll be right here, my friend,
From the start until the end.
Through every wobble, every glide,
I’ll cheer you on from by your side.
God is near in all you do…
And I’ll be right here, my friend. 🎶

Verse 2
Then Hooty came to see him,
On the day he’d learned to soar…
Two owls rising in the sky,
Stronger than before.
I watched them climb the sunlight,
Hearts brave enough to mend…
And I whispered to the heavens,
“I’ll be right here, my friend.”

Chorus
🎶 I’ll be right here, my friend,
From the start until the end.
Through every wobble, every glide,
I’ll cheer you on from by your side.
God is near in all you do…
And I’ll be right here, my friend. 🎶

Bridge
And when the winds grow colder,
Or the nights feel long and deep…
I know the Lord will hold you
In His wings while you sleep.
So fly on, little Hoot,
Your journey’s just begun…
I’ll watch you reach the treetops
Till your flying days are done.

Final Chorus (soft)
🎶 I’ll be right here, my friend,
From the start until the end.
God will guide your wings so true…
And I’ll be right here, my friend. 🎶

Ending Line
Fly home, little Hoot…
You’re never alone.

Susan Barker Nikitenko. 2026©

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Psalm 91:4 (KJV) says,

"He shall cover thee with his feathers,

and under his wings shalt thou trust:

his truth shall be thy shield and buckler".

 

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Hooty and Hoot First Flight

🌲 Hooty Visits the Reserve — Hoot’s First Flight Home

(A story-song moment in Pine Hollow Reserve)

The morning of Hoot’s first real flight had finally arrived.

The boy, Ethan Parker — visited Hoot nearly every day, who fed him, prayed with him, and whispered courage into his little heart — stood at the edge of the Reserve with mist curling around his shoes. He wasn’t allowed to go into the training glen, but he could watch from the fence… and he did, every single day. Ethan was happy for his feathered friend, who had completely recovered from his injury. Ethan could always visit with Hooty and Hoot again, on the other side of the reserve in Pine Hollow Forest.

Today, though, felt different.

Hooty swooped in from the east, wings wide and strong, landing beside the boy with a soft whuff.

“You came for him,” the boy whispered.

Hooty nodded. “A first flight is never forgotten.”

Across the clearing, little Hoot fluttered onto the launch branch — nervous, excited, trembling just a little. When he saw his uncle, his whole face lit up.

“Uncle Hooty! You’re here!”

“Right beside you,” Hooty said, stepping onto the branch. “Your first flight home… We’ll take it together.”

The boy pressed his hands to his heart as the two owls leaned forward, wings opening in perfect unison. The sun broke through the clouds, scattering gold across the pond. The Reserve Keeper rang the tiny brass bell.

It was time.

Hooty whispered Psalm 91:4 under his breath —

“He will cover you with His feathers…”

And with one brave leap, Hoot lifted into the air —

wobbly at first, then steady, then soaring.

Hooty flew beside him, guiding, guarding, gliding with him all the way toward Pine Hollow.

The boy watched them disappear into the sunlight, whispering,

“You did it, Hoot… you really did.”

And somewhere above the treetops, a new song began to form.

🎵 “Learning as I Go”

(Hoot’s First‑Flight Song)

Verse 1

I’m stretching out my wings today,

The sky is calling me…

I’m learning how to trust the wind,

And who I’m meant to be.

Uncle Hooty’s flying close,

He knows just where to go…

I’m finding strength with every flap,

I’m learning as I go.

Chorus

🎶 Learning as I go,

Higher with each try.

Finding courage in the breeze,

And sunlight in the sky.

With Hooty by my side,

There’s so much more to know…

I’m growing, I’m soaring,

I’m learning as I go. 🎶

Verse 2

The boy who loved me every day

Is cheering from below…

He helped me find my bravery

More than he’ll ever know.

The forest looks so different now,

From up here in the glow…

My heart is beating strong and free,

I’m learning as I go.

Bridge

Sometimes the wind is gentle,

Sometimes it’s wild and wide…

But I can face the changing skies

With Hooty as my guide.

And God is watching over me,

His feathers soft and low…

He keeps me safe in every flight,

I’m learning as I go.

Final Chorus

🎶 Learning as I go,

Higher with each try.

Finding courage in the breeze,

And sunlight in the sky.

With Hooty by my side,

There’s so much more to know…

I’m growing, I’m soaring,

I’m learning as I go. 🎶

Ending Whisper

One flap at a time…

All the way home.

Susan Barker Nikitenko 2026©

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2026©

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🦉 The Owl Who Helped a Child Trust Again

A Children’s Story Inspired by Real-Life Healing

Ethan Parker was eight years old when the world suddenly felt too big.

After a frightening accident the year before, he had stopped climbing trees, stopped riding his bike, and—most of all—stopped trusting people. Even simple things made his heart race. His parents prayed, waited, and wondered how to help him feel safe again.

One crisp autumn morning in Oregon, Ethan’s mother took him to Pine Hollow Wildlife Rescue, a quiet place tucked between tall fir trees. The center cared for injured animals, and the director, Mrs. Alder, believed that sometimes children healed best when they were helping something smaller than themselves.

Inside a wooden enclosure sat a round, soft-feathered owl with amber eyes.

“This is Hoot,” Mrs. Alder said. “He was found with a broken wing. He’s healing, but he still needs gentle company.”

Ethan stood very still. The owl blinked slowly, tilting his head as if studying the boy’s worried face. Ethan whispered, “Does he… trust people?”

“Not yet,” Mrs. Alder replied. “But he’s learning. Maybe you two can learn together.”

Day after day, Ethan returned. He sat quietly near Hoot’s perch, reading books aloud or humming little tunes. Hoot never rushed toward him, never startled him, never asked for more than Ethan could give. The owl’s calmness wrapped around the boy like a warm blanket.

One afternoon, as golden leaves drifted down, something changed.

Ethan held out his hand—not close, just near enough to show he wasn’t afraid. Hoot shuffled forward, paused, then gently brushed Ethan’s fingers with the soft edge of his wing.

Ethan gasped. “He touched me!”

Mrs. Alder smiled. “He trusts you.”

But Ethan shook his head. “No… I trusted him first.”

From that day on, Ethan blossomed. He fed Hoot small bits of food, helped clean the enclosure, and even talked about his fears. Hoot listened with those deep, steady eyes, never judging, never hurrying.

One snowy morning, Ethan told his mom, “If God can help a scared owl heal… maybe He can help me too.”

She hugged him tightly. “He already is.”

And Ethan believed it.

Because sometimes God sends help with feathers.

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📘 Summary for Children and Parents

Ethan, a fearful boy recovering from trauma, meets Hoot, a rescue owl learning to trust again. As Ethan gently cares for Hoot, both begin to heal. Their friendship teaches Ethan that trust grows slowly, safely, and beautifully—and that God often uses His creation to comfort hurting hearts.

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✝️ Parallel Bible Lesson (With Details)

Theme: Learning to Trust God Again

1. God Heals the Brokenhearted

Just as Ethan and Hoot were both wounded, the Bible says:

“He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds.”

— Psalm 147:3 (KJV)

Children learn that God understands fear and gently restores us.

2. Trust Grows Through Presence, Not Pressure

Ethan didn’t force Hoot to trust him. He sat near him, quietly and faithfully.

This mirrors God’s heart:

“Fear thou not; for I am with thee… I will strengthen thee.”

— Isaiah 41:10 (KJV)

God doesn’t push us; He stays close until we feel safe again.

3. Caring for Others Helps Us Heal

Ethan’s heart softened as he cared for Hoot.

The Bible teaches:

“Bear ye one another’s burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ.”

— Galatians 6:2 (KJV)

Helping someone else—animal or human—often brings healing to our own hearts.

4. Creation Reminds Us of God’s Love

Hoot became a living reminder that God uses even small creatures to comfort us.

“Are not five sparrows sold for two farthings, and not one of them is forgotten before God?”

— Luke 12:6 (KJV)

If God cares for birds, He certainly cares for children.

5. Trusting God Is a Journey

Ethan didn’t heal in one day. Trust returned slowly, step by step.

“What time I am afraid, I will trust in thee.”

— Psalm 56:3 (KJV)

Children learn that trusting God is something we practice, not something we perfect.

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Now we are going into a Hooty the Owl fictional story,  

Called "Hooty and Hoot First Flight," Inspired by this real story

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Lesson 11: The Nest Protector

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Lesson 11: The Nest Protector

The Owl Trait: Owls are legendary for being some of the most dedicated and fierce parents in the animal kingdom. While one parent sits on the eggs to keep them warm through the snow and rain, the other hunts tirelessly to bring food back. They will protect their nest against much larger animals without a second thought. They create a "sanctuary" where the owlets can grow up feeling safe and loved.

Character Trait: Honor & Protection

KJV Scripture: "And, ye fathers, provoke not your children to wrath: but bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord." — Ephesians 6:4

The Story: Hagar’s High Hollow

In the tallest white pine of the Great North Woods lived Hagar the Great Horned Owl. Hagar was a "Nest Protector." High up in a hollowed-out branch, his mate sat over three tiny, fluffy white owlets.

One evening, a heavy storm rolled in. The wind howled and the rain lashed against the trees, but Hagar did not fly away to find shelter for himself. He perched right at the entrance of the hollow, spreading his massive wings like an umbrella to block the wind. He stayed there all night, soaked and cold, so that his family could stay dry and warm.

Hagar’s job was to "nurture" his little ones. Just as Hagar protects his nest, God gives us parents, grandparents, and caregivers to be our "Nest Protectors." They teach us right from wrong and keep us safe while we are small. The Bible tells us that when parents lead with love and children respond with honor, the "nest" becomes a place of peace. We honor our "Nest Protectors" by listening to their wisdom, just as the little owlets listen for Hagar’s soft hoot in the dark.

Character Lesson

• Nurture and Care: To nurture means to help something grow. Just as a nest provides warmth, our homes should be places where we encourage one another.

• The Shield of Love: Being a protector doesn't always mean fighting; sometimes it means being the one who stays steady during a "storm" of life.

• Honor is a Two-Way Street: When parents protect and children honor, the family is strong. Honor is the "glue" that keeps the nest together.

• God as our Ultimate Protector: Ultimately, God is the greatest Nest Protector of all. He watches over us with a love that never sleeps.

KJV Memory Verse:

"Children, obey your parents in the Lord: for this is right. Honor thy father and mother; which is the first commandment with promise;" — Ephesians 6:1-2

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