Lesson: Mark 10:18 (Ages 6-8)

📖 Mark 10:18 – Ages 6-8

Explanation

Jesus is teaching us an important lesson in this verse. He is saying that only God is truly good. When someone called Him good, He wanted them to think about what it really means to be good.

Imagine a superhero who always helps people and never does anything wrong. That superhero might seem really good to us, right? But even the best superhero can't compare to how good God is. God is perfect in every way – He is the kindest, most loving, and most wonderful Being there is.

By saying this, Jesus wanted us to remember that God is the ultimate source of goodness. He wants us to look to God for guidance on how to be good and loving towards others. So, when we see someone doing something really kind or loving, we can remember that it's because of God's goodness shining through them.

We can strive to be good like God by showing love, helping others, and being kind. And when we see these good things in others, we can thank God for His goodness working through them.

Kid's Story

Once there was a little squirrel named Sammy who loved to collect acorns. One day, Sammy found a shiny acorn and showed it to his friend, the wise owl. "This acorn is so good and special, just like you, Mr. Owl!" Sammy exclaimed.

The wise owl gently replied, "Sammy, only God is truly good, not me or this acorn. Remember what Jesus said in the Bible, 'No one is good except God alone.'" Sammy listened carefully and understood the lesson.

From that day on, whenever Sammy found something wonderful, he would say, "God is the best of all, and He made all good things for us to enjoy." Sammy learned that while things around us can be nice, only God is truly good, and we should always remember to thank Him for His goodness.

Prayer Prompt

Dear God, thank you for being the only one who is truly good. Help me to remember that only You are perfect and holy. Amen.

Discussion Questions

What does Jesus mean when He says, "No one is good except God alone" in Mark 10:18?
Why do you think Jesus asked the man, "Why do you call Me good"?
How can we show that we believe only God is truly good in our words and actions?
How does understanding that only God is good help us to trust Him more?
How can we thank God for His goodness in our lives each day?

Life Application

This Bible verse from Mark 10:18 reminds us that only God is truly good. Children can apply this message in their everyday lives by remembering to be humble and give credit to God for any goodness they have. They can show gratitude to God for their abilities and blessings, and remember to always strive to be kind and loving towards others, just as God is. This verse can also serve as a reminder to children to not boast about their own goodness, but to instead recognize that all goodness comes from God. By practicing humility and acknowledging God's goodness, children can live out the message of Mark 10:18 in their interactions with family, friends, and classmates.

Craft or Activity

Let's make a "God Alone is Good" badge! You can create a badge by cutting out a circle from colorful paper or felt. Write "God Alone is Good" on the badge with markers or stickers. Decorate it with glitter, sequins, or any fun craft materials you have. Attach a safety pin to the back so you can wear it like a badge. Every time you wear your badge, you can remember that only God is truly good, just like Jesus said in Mark 10:18.

Memory Verse or Rhyme

Let's chant this rhyme to remember Mark 10:18 together:

"Only God is good, that's true,
In all He does, in all He knew.
Jesus said, 'Why call me good?'
God alone is perfect, like He should!"

Songs or Videos

One Christian song for kids that relates to the message of Mark 10:18 is "Only God" by Yancy. This song reinforces the truth that only God is truly good and deserves all our praise and worship.

Another great song is "God is Good" by VeggieTales. This fun and catchy song echoes the message of Mark 10:18, teaching children that God alone is good and worthy of our trust and love.

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