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Beatitude Jesus taught in a visual, symbolic way, making it easier for children to connect with these spiritual truths and remember them!
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Bible reference: Romans 12:1
Two Characters: Preferably older youths or adults
Props: Bag containing a Lint Roller, and a Bible.
Person 1: (removes lint roller from bag and begins rolling it on kids clothing, floor, seats, etc. and then looking closely at the roller each time.)
Person 2: What are you doing?
Person 1: (proudly) Observing Lint!
Person 2: I see that, but why?
Person 1: (continues rolling) It's that time of year when Christians observe Lint for 40 days before Easter.
Person 2: Oh my. I'm glad you're trying to be faithful, but you have it all wrong!
You're thinking of Lent, L-E-N-T, not lint, l-i-n-t! Lent is the . . . the
remainder of this sermon is included in "It's In the Bag-52 Bible Talks for
Children's Ministry."
Objects Needed: Stethoscope, Butterfly photograph, Map, Chalk Board with Chalk & Eraser, Glass of Water
Open:
Lent is the 40 day period leading up to Palm Sunday where, traditionally, the church has fasted, done heart examination and repented of sin. [During Lent we "slow down," to examine our lives.] Have kids run or do some activity in slow motion.
Lent is like a regular "heart checkup." (stethoscope) People with weak hearts need a regular checkup at the Doctors. (go around the room and listen to a few of the children's hearts)
Lent is like a "Spiritual New Year"... did anyone make any New Year's resolutions? Lent is "resolving" and renewing your love for God.
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My Prayer Journal - Each of the 24 prayer sections contain an inspirational Bible verse from Psalm 119 to meditate upon before praying, a "Prayer Priorities" section to record urgent prayers, a larger section to write prayers for family, friends, and leadership, etc., and a "Gratitude & Praise" section to journal prayers of thanksgiving. When prayers are answered, mark through them with a highlighter pen; it's an encouragement to see God's answers and a motivation to keep praying!
A meaningful gift idea for the important women in your life! Great
for Mother's Day, Bible study teachers, wives, daughters, and
girlfriends. Conveniently sized at 6" x 9", with a minimalist design interior.
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"Sermon
Notes - Faith comes by hearing and hearing by the Word of God."
A 25 week guide for taking Sermon Notes.
Each week there's a place to record the date, title, and speaker, with three pages for note-taking, and an additional page to record a life application and personalized prayer.
Our Sermon Notes
journal promotes active listening, keeps the mind focused on the message, can be used as a home-study reference, and may even
support message retention. This sermon notebook is a great Christian gift idea for Mother's Day, Student gifts, and for Holidays and Holy Days.
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