Yee-ha! Woo-hoo! Jesus is home! It's banana milkshakes all round but what's that digging sound coming from the roof? If you'd like to find out, read this story of faith, friendship and 'never give up' ingenuity.

This story is based on Mark 2:1-12. Related Bible passages include: Matt 15:30-31, Luke 5:17-26, Acts 3:1-10, Ecclesiastes 4:9-12, Isaiah 35:6.

This is a great story for teaching kids and oldies about Faith & Friendship. Other themes include: Forgiveness, perseverance and 'never give up' ingenuity.