(Parents, please read the below text to your kids before watching the video)
Today is Ash Wednesday, which begins the 40-day fast that helps us prepare for Easter! But what does fasting mean and why do we do it...
We'll learn more in Sunday's lesson about the time where Jesus fasted for 40 days in the wilderness, but for now, let's learn about fasting!
(Is there something you or your family can give up for Lent? Even more importantly, is there also something that you can add - like reading the Bible, a time of prayer with your family, or something else that helps you be close to God?)