Bible moment
The Bible moment
Exodus 16:22–30 describes what happened when the Israelites gathered manna in the wilderness. On the sixth day, they gathered twice as much as usual—two omers per person. Moses explained that the next day was the Sabbath, a holy day of rest to the LORD. The people were to bake and boil what they had gathered and keep the remainder until morning. Unlike manna kept overnight on other days against the instruction, this preserved portion did not become foul or breed worms. Some people still went out to gather on the seventh day, but they found none. Through these instructions, the LORD taught the Israelites to trust His provision, follow His commands, and rest on the Sabbath. This passage is part of the larger account in which God provided manna as bread from heaven for Israel in the wilderness.
Look closely
What children can notice
A family or group in the Israelite camp keeps the sixth-day portion overnight, with prepared food nearby, while Moses teaches the people. The preserved manna remains wholesome in contrast to ordinary manna kept contrary to instruction.
Talk together
Talk about it
- Why did the Israelites gather twice as much manna on the sixth day?
- How can we show gratitude for God’s provision?
For families, church, and class
Use this page
Use this page with Exodus 16:22–30 in family worship, Sunday school, church lessons, classrooms, or homeschool settings. Invite children to notice the double portion, the preserved manna, Moses’ teaching, and the connection between God’s provision, obedience, rest, and gratitude. Avoid adding later Sabbath customs or details from other accounts.
Source note
From this passage
Exodus 16:22-30 · Bread from Heaven
A family or group in the Israelite camp keeps the sixth-day portion overnight, with prepared food nearby, while Moses teaches the people. The preserved manna remains wholesome in contrast to ordinary manna kept contrary to instruction.
