Lesson: Acts 17:4 (Ages 9-11)

📖 Acts 17:4 – Ages 9-11

Explanation

In this Bible verse, it talks about how some people listened to Paul and Silas, who were sharing about God, and they believed what they heard. These people decided to follow and be friends with Paul and Silas because they were so happy to learn about God.

It's like when you hear a really good story that makes you feel warm inside and you want to learn more about it. These people felt that way when they heard Paul and Silas talk about God.

It also mentions that there were Greek people and important women who believed in God too. This shows us that God's love is for everyone, no matter where they come from or who they are. God loves us all equally, and we can all be friends with Him.

So, this verse reminds us that when we hear about God and His love, we can choose to believe and follow Him just like the people who joined Paul and Silas. God's love is for everyone, and we can all be a part of His family.

Kid's Story

Once upon a time in a bustling city, a curious rabbit named Rosie overheard Paul and Silas sharing stories about Jesus in the marketplace. Intrigued, Rosie hopped closer to listen. As Paul spoke, Rosie felt a warm feeling in her heart and knew she wanted to learn more about Jesus.

Excited, Rosie shared the stories with her friends in the forest. At first, some were unsure, but Rosie patiently explained the teachings with love and kindness. Soon, more animals joined in, eager to hear about Jesus and his love.

Just like Paul and Silas, Rosie showed her friends the way to Jesus by sharing the good news with love and patience. Together, they formed a loving community, just like the large number of people who joined Paul and Silas in Acts 17:4. Through Rosie's example, the forest animals learned the power of sharing God's love with others.

Prayer Prompt

Dear God, thank you for showing us that many people believed in you and followed Paul and Silas. Help us to be like them, to trust in you and follow you with all our hearts. Amen.

Discussion Questions

1. Why do you think some people were persuaded to join Paul and Silas in spreading the good news about Jesus?

2. How do you think Paul and Silas showed God's love to the God-fearing Greeks and prominent women?

3. Can you think of ways we can share the message of Jesus with others like Paul and Silas did?

4. What does it mean to be a "God-fearing" person like the Greeks mentioned in the verse?

5. How do you think the prominent women mentioned in the verse helped spread the message of Jesus alongside Paul and Silas?

Life Application

This verse from Acts 17:4 teaches us the importance of being open to hearing and accepting the message of God. Children aged 9-11 can apply this message in their real life by being open to learning more about God and His teachings. They can do this by reading the Bible, attending church, and talking to their parents or teachers about any questions they may have about God.

When interacting with friends and classmates, children can share the love of God by being kind, helpful, and showing respect to others. Just like Paul and Silas welcomed others to join them in following God, children can also invite their friends to learn about God with them, whether through attending church together, praying, or reading the Bible.

At home, children can demonstrate the message of Acts 17:4 by being a positive example to their family members. They can show love, patience, and forgiveness towards their siblings and parents, just as God shows these qualities to us. By living out the teachings of the Bible in their daily lives, children can reflect the message of Acts 17:4 and bring others closer to God.

Craft or Activity

Let's create a craft that represents unity and coming together in faith, inspired by Acts 17:4. You can have the children make a friendship bracelet using different colored beads or strings. Each color can represent a different group of people mentioned in the verse - for example, one color for Paul and Silas, another for the God-fearing Greeks, and another for the prominent women. As they weave the beads or strings together to make the bracelet, they can reflect on how different people from various backgrounds can come together in faith and friendship, just like in the verse. This hands-on activity can help them understand the message of unity and community in Acts 17:4 in a fun and interactive way.

Memory Verse or Rhyme

Joining Paul and Silas, with faith so bright,
God-fearing Greeks, and women of might.
Acts 17:4, a story so grand,
United in Christ, across the land.

Songs or Videos

An excellent Christian song for kids that relates to the message of Acts 17:4 is "All God's Children" by Go Fish. This song celebrates the diversity of God's children coming together to worship Him. Another great song is "God's Not Dead" by Newsboys, which emphasizes standing firm in our faith like Paul and Silas did in the face of opposition. Both songs can help children understand the importance of following God and joining together in faith.

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