What are the two greatest commandments? Love God and Love your neighbor as yourself. Who is your neighbor? Jesus responded with the story of the Good Samaritan. In this presentation, we read the account from the book of Luke. We reenact the story and learn some basics of first aid. The craft reminds us to love one another.
These can be used as centerpieces for cards or hear crafts.
his parable is full of truth for all of us. Jesus is a generous sower sowing seeds of truth and love everywhere. But not all the seeds fall on good soil. How is the soil of your heart? Are you ready to listen and take in the message? During this presentation we will learn about seeds, act out the parable, color, sing, and plant seeds in soft soil.
Our youth group enjoyed putting on a fun skit based on this story. It was written by Julianne Bruce for GROUP Funtastic Skits. Since then, I haven’t found it online. But maybe you can.
Jesus wants us to know how much He cares for us. He told the story of the Good Shepherd. Like the good shepherd, Jesus (God) protects us from evil, provides us with food and water, finds us when we are lost and brings us to a safe place. Jesus knows us by name and we know His voice and follow Him. Jesus was even willing to die to save our lives. He gives us eternal life! He is the way, the truth, and the life. In this presentation, the kids build the setting of a sheep pen, grass and stream. Then with Lego people or other action figures, they illustrate or act out the story while it is read. There also is a craft, songs, and a game similar to Duck, Duck, Goose.
Matthew 7:24-28
In Matthew 7:24-27 and Luke 6:46-49 Jesus tells a parable of a wise and foolish builder. Those who not only listen, but also do what God says are like the wise man builds his house on a rock. Our rock is Jesus. His words are true and are a firm foundation. He is a strong refuge. In this presentation we also learn about the Golden Rule and the importance of loving God and, like he does, love everyone. Activities include acting out the story of the wise and foolish builders using flour, water, and a little house. The house falls, but we use the water and flour to build a firm rock and foundation for another house.
Luke 7
This Bible Story slide show tells the story of how Jesus brought the Widow of Nain’s son back to life. You can find it in Luke 7:11-17. It includes an a challenge to determine if a person is happy or sad by looking at their eyes. The object lesson and craft is to plant seeds. We bury them and with God’s blessing, water, and sunshine, they spring to life. Decorate the plant pot with verse stickers.
These resurrection labels can be place on the seed pots to remind that Jesus gives eternal life!
Matthew 5:17-20 and 8:1-13
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This lesson looks at two stories that demonstrate Jesus’ authority, how he held up the law, and the people’s faith in Him. The leper asked to be healed if Jesus was willing. Jesus did and asked also that he keep the law and show himself to the priest. The Centurion recognized that Jesus, like himself, was one under authority and had authority. Thus, he had faith that Jesus could just say the word and it would be done. God answers our prayers, too. There is also the opportunity to have a nurse or doctor to come in and show items they use to help people get well. By doing what the doctor and nurses tell us, we can get well, too.
In this presentation we look at many examples of faith. We read and act out two stories where Jesus just spoke the word and a man believed, and the sick person was healed. The nature nugget is about how the plover bird ‘has faith’ that the crocodile won’t eat him! We can trust God. He loves and cares for us. He is strong and generous. Even though we might not see it, we can have faith in Him and his promises. We also experience what faith feels like by being blindfolded and following directions. This is a full lesson.
Go tell what God has done for you. The transformed man had much to tell. His life had been controlled by the devil and was full of shame, hurt, extreme violence, and banishment. That is what the devil does. Then Jesus came. The demons recognized Him. They knew that they were at Jesus’ mercy and had to obey Him. Jesus cast out them out – to the pigs (as per their request). We use vinegar to represent God’s transforming power. Using vinegar and salt to clean pennies represents how Jesus forgives and cleanses us. The town people found the man clothed and in his right mind. A dropped egg shows what a mess we become when we sin.
Though it may seem that Jesus is taking a long time getting around to yours or my request, res assured, He has our best interest in mind. Stand firm in faith. All things are possible with Him. He has our eternal good in mind.
Jesus gives life and healing. Though we may die …. just wait … Jesus is coming! We will arise and rise to meet him. Praise God! This presentation celebrates God’s healing power and resurrection morning. The nature nugget is the opossum. The message is reiterated through songs, retelling the story, and a tic-tac-toe game.
Leprosy was any very contagious skin disease. But Jesus didn’t hesitate to touch them and heal them. No matter how terrible our sin, Jesus is not put off. He will gladly forgive and heal us.
Praise God for His many blessings, for life and health, and for His love for each one of us! We’ll take the opportunity to thank God during this lesson in song, prayer, discussion, and by making cards to give to those who cooperate with God in helping us get well when we are sick.
Luke 7:44-50
How is perfume made? Take the smell challenge; What is that smell? Why was Jesus anointed? How can we be like sweet smelling perfume? These questions and more are answered in this presentation. Kids enjoy using their senses of smell and making something sweet smelling to give to someone as they share God’s love.