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Summer Blues

Everything is going wrong for Liz this summer, and he can’t figure out how to fix his summer blues.

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Episode Theme: How blessed are you?

1. Hebrews 13:5 talks about being happy with what you have. But what do you do when things go wrong? Complain? Cry? Try to find something to laugh about? Talk to friends? Go off by yourself? Pray?

2. 1 Thessalonians 5:18 says, “Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” Part of being content is to thank God daily. Paul the Apostle wrote the book of 1 Thessalonians, and these words sound strange when you see the suffering that Paul had in his life. 2 Corinthians 11:23-28 speaks of the many trials Paul faced. Some of them include was put in prison over and over, was flogged an uncounted number of times, received 39 lashes from the Jews 5 times, was beaten with rods 3 times and was stoned one time. He was even shipwrecked 3 times! Paul had a difficult life, but he still told his audience to give thanks. As you listen to the episode, think about what you thank God for.

Memory Verse

“Be content with what you have”

Hebrews 13:5

Episode Cast

After You Listen

In this episode, Liz learned to be content and enjoy the blessings he has from God, rather than just complaining about what was going wrong.

“Contentment” is more than being happy. It’s being at rest. When you’re content, you’re resting in God’s care. In the Bible, Paul learned the secret of being content. It isn’t having everything you want; it isn’t even having everything you need. Paul said this: “I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do everything through him who gives me strength. … And my God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus” (Philippians 4:11-13, 19). Do you see what the secret to contentment is? It’s trusting God to meet all your needs, and relying on the strength he gives when you feel weak. When you trust God, you can spend time being thankful for what he has given you, rather than worrying about what he hasn’t.

Want to dig deeper and learn how to be content? Check out Psalm 131:1-2, Hebrews 13:5, and 1 Timothy 6:6-7.

Take the Episode Quiz

Name three things that go wrong for Liz.

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The basketball courts are torn up for construction of new burger barn; the family car breaks down; and Spike might move away.

Who comes to Daddy Oh’s and annoys Liz?

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An old lizard who comes in at the end of every day for a cup of coffee.

What does Lucille suggest they do for fun?

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Have a monkey bar race like they did when they were in grade school.

Who fixes the Lacertas’ car and offers Liz a job?

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The Burger Barn president.

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Challenge

After God led the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt, the Egyptian soldiers chased the Israelites to the Red Sea. God parted the Red Sea so that the Israelites could cross safely, but he sent the waves crashing in on the soldiers! God proved to the Israelites that he would always take care of them, even when things seemed at their worst. Moses’ sister Miriam sang this song of thankfulness with the Israelites: “Sing to the Lord, for he is highly exalted. The horse and its rider he has hurled into the sea!” (Exodus 15:21).

Like Miriam, sing a song of thankfulness to God today.

Give thanks with a grateful heart
Give thanks to the Holy One Give thanks because He's given Jesus Christ, His Son (x2)

And now let the weak say, "I am strong"
Let the poor say, "I am rich
Because of what the Lord has done for us" (x2) -- Henry Smith (1978)

Or write your own! What would your thankful song to God say? What are the ways he has taken care of you?

Activities

Church in Action Comic Book

Three different stories show God's church in action.

God is in Control

God has a plan and takes care of His creation. Download and listen!

Just Different

Let's give each other some grace! Check out this song about loving my neighbor.

Kids Corner Christmas Card

Download this fun Christmas Card. Color the Kids Corner characters. Merry Christmas!

Kids Corner Valentine Cards

Share the love of Christ with your friends, family and neighbors. Happy Valentine's Day!

Leap of Faith Song

Download this song from one of Kids Corner's favorite episodes, Heart of Grace. Watch the video at https://vimeo.com/120162621

Let it Go!

Check out this song about forgiving and kindness! It's a Kids Corner original from a long time ago and not from the famous movie.

Payin' My Rents

Download this song about giving respect!

See It My Way

With a little change in our own attitudes, we see people the way Christ sees them.

Terrene Coloring Book

Download this coloring book illustrating some of the fun adventures of Liz and all the gang!

Walk in the Way of Love

It’s more than talk. It’s the way you walk.

Loving My Neighbor

70 Times 7

Liz and Spike are at war with Teddy when he ruins their entry in the school Science Exposition. How will it stop—with more revenge? Or with forgiveness?

A Blessing in Disguise

Lacey's family have got it tough, and Lacey's has to learn about life without a phone...and her friends. What can Lucille do to be a friend?

Blizzd the Peacemaker

Grandpa challenges Liz and Lucille to be a peacemakers. Who's got the bigger test? Liz with Spike and Skink? Or Lucille with Mrs. Trollscales!

Chef Boy R Liz

For Liz, what is the most important ingredient for success? Is it skill, knowledge or teamwork?

Chosen

Morrie's parents are acting weird. What did Liz overhear? How will Morrie's life change forever?

Circle of Friends

Julia thought she and Lucille were best friends forever, so why has Lucille been ignoring her lately?

Closer Than A Brother

An extended absence from school puts Lucille on the outside of the circle of girls in her class. She gets picked on and finds that Jesus is a true friend even when others abandoned her.

Computer Caper

The school computers have been stolen, and Liz is on the case … but unfortunately so is Skink. Can they work together to find the thieves and return the computers?

Delayed

Super cool news! Liz and his friends are flying off to Luxurious Lizard Lagoon—that is, if the plane ever takes off.

Don't Fence Me In

Why do games always have to have rules? Help Liz and Grandpa figure out what's right about rules!

Don't Judge A Book . . .

Yikes! What happens when Liz and Lucille try to return a lunch box that belongs to someone in the weirdest family in town?

Down to the Nerves

Liz judges people based on appearances and names. So he's real trouble when he meets Terrene's newest dentist, Dr. Pain.

Fail Safe

Liz is feeling like a total failure because everything is going wrong, but Lucille has the perfect solution.

Found: Scooter's Adventure Part 3

Liz and Morrie decide to find Scooter on their own. Do they find him or get lost too?

Goopy Goop Soup

Liz and his friends decide to use their free time to collect food for the community shelter. But a grumpy neighbor and a troublemaking classmate try to derail their plans.

Heart of Grace

What’s wrong with Chamy? Why is she crying? Lucille finds out and learns a lesson about being a friend. Also, a special treat: the KC song “Leap of Faith”!

Heroes Part 3: A Hero Stands By

How is Liz going to prove that he is a hero if no one will give him a chance? Liz needs to find a way!

Hold the Phone

Liz has lost his phone, and now someone is using it to send strange text messages to his friends. What can he do?

Honor Your Father

Liz is kicked out of baseball camp. How will this help him honor his father?

I'm the Boss

Liz and Cole are in charge of the school for an entire day!

Is That So?

Liz needs help to stop gossip from destroying a friendship.

Keep Your Eye on the Comic Book

Let's work together! The Lizarardo Detective Agency needs your help to solve the mystery of the missing comic book.

Kind of Kind

Random Acts of Kindness are breaking out all over. Who's doing it? And how can Liz discover how to be kind—even when it’s hard.

Land Slide: Scooter's Adventure Part 2

While waiting for the rescue, Liz and the gang remember times when they were mean to Scooter. Will they choose to be nicer when he is found?

Lights Out

Terrene’s power has gone out. No television, no X-monsters gaming, and no community fundraising dinner. When the kids complain that there’s nothing to do, Granny sends them on an adventure to Falcon’s Wood. What’s Scooter worried about? And Liz better watch where he’s going!