Lesson: John 7:32 (Ages 9-11)

📖 John 7:32 – Ages 9-11

Explanation

In this verse, some people who didn't like Jesus heard others talking about Him. The Pharisees and the chief priests were not happy with what was being said, so they sent temple guards to take Jesus away.

Imagine if you were playing outside, and some kids started spreading rumors about you that weren't true. Then, the playground monitor came to take you away based on those rumors. That's kind of like what happened to Jesus.

Sometimes people may say mean things about you or not understand you, but it's important to stay true to who you are, just like Jesus did. Jesus knew that God was with Him, even when others didn't believe in Him.

This verse teaches us to trust in God, even when others doubt us or try to bring us down. Jesus showed great strength and faith during difficult times, and we can learn from His example to stay strong in our own beliefs, knowing that God is always with us.

Kid's Story

Once upon a time, in a bustling village full of curious animals, there was a little squirrel named Sammy. Sammy loved to listen to stories from the wise old owl, who often shared tales from the Bible.

One day, the owl told Sammy about a time when some important people wanted to arrest Jesus because they were jealous of His popularity. The Pharisees sent guards to take Him away, but they couldn't because Jesus was protected by God's plan.

Sammy, with his keen ears, heard the other animals whispering about the injustice. He realized that sometimes even powerful people can make mistakes and that we should always trust God's plan.

From that day on, Sammy became known as the squirrel who stood up for what was right, just like Jesus did. And the village animals learned an important lesson about faith and standing up for what is true and just.

Prayer Prompt

Dear God, thank You for being with us always. Help us to remember that even when others may not understand or believe in You, You are always there to protect us. Just like Jesus faced challenges, help us to trust in You and Your plan for us. Amen.

Discussion Questions

1. Why do you think the Pharisees and chief priests wanted to arrest Jesus?
2. How do you think Jesus felt knowing that people were trying to arrest Him?
3. What can we learn from this verse about standing up for what is right, even when others may not understand or agree?
4. How do you think the temple guards felt about being sent to arrest Jesus?
5. How can we show courage and faith like Jesus did when faced with difficult situations?

Life Application

In John 7:32, we see that Jesus faced opposition from the religious leaders of his time. Children can apply this message by understanding that sometimes doing the right thing may not always be easy, and they may face opposition or challenges from others.

At home, children can apply this by standing up for what is right, even if it means going against what their friends or siblings want to do. They can remember to be kind, truthful, and loving, even when others may not be.

In school, children can apply this by not being afraid to speak up for someone who is being bullied or mistreated, even if it means they may face some criticism from their peers. They can also remember to be honest and fair in all their actions, just like Jesus was.

With friends, children can apply this by choosing to do what is right, even if it means they may not be as popular or accepted by everyone. They can be a good example to their friends by showing kindness, forgiveness, and compassion, just as Jesus did.

Overall, children can learn from John 7:32 that standing up for what is right and following Jesus' example may not always be easy, but it is the most important thing they can do in their everyday lives.

Craft or Activity

One fun and interactive activity to help children understand and remember the message of John 7:32 is to create a skit or role-playing scenario. Divide the children into small groups and assign roles such as Jesus, the Pharisees, the chief priests, and the temple guards. Encourage them to act out the scene where the Pharisees send temple guards to arrest Jesus based on what they heard from the crowd.

After the skit, discuss with the children how the Pharisees and chief priests reacted to Jesus and why they wanted to arrest Him. Emphasize the importance of standing up for what is right even when others may not understand or agree with us, just like Jesus did.

This hands-on activity will engage the children in a memorable way and help them internalize the message of the verse from John 7:32.

Memory Verse or Rhyme

When the crowd whispered, the Pharisees heard,
Chief priests and guards came, without a word.
To arrest Him they planned, but Jesus they couldn't hold,
For He is the Savior, mighty and bold!

Songs or Videos

A great Christian song for kids that relates to the message of John 7:32 is "God's Not Dead" by Newsboys. This song reminds us that God is always with us and is greater than any challenge we may face, just like how Jesus faced opposition from the Pharisees but ultimately triumphed through God's power.

Another song that children may enjoy is "My Lighthouse" by Rend Collective. This song talks about how God guides us through difficult times and shines His light to show us the way, similar to how Jesus faced opposition but continued to trust in God's plan.

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