Lesson: Acts 15:31 (Ages 6-8)

📖 Acts 15:31 – Ages 6-8

Explanation

In Acts 15:31, it says that when the people read God's words, they felt happy and encouraged. Just like when you read a really good story that makes you feel excited and joyful, the words from the Bible can do the same for us.

Imagine reading a letter from a friend who tells you how much they care about you and how special you are. That's how the people felt when they read God's words in the Bible! It made them feel loved, happy, and full of hope.

So, when we read the Bible and learn about God's love for us, it can fill our hearts with joy and encouragement. It's like getting a big hug from God, reminding us that we are never alone and that He is always there to help us and make us feel better.

Kid's Story

Once upon a time, there was a little squirrel named Sammy who loved to read stories. One day, he found a special scroll in the forest that had words of encouragement written on it. Sammy read it aloud to his friends, the birds and rabbits, and they all felt so happy and joyful.

Sammy learned that sometimes words can make us feel better and give us hope, just like the scroll did for him and his friends. From that day on, whenever one of his friends felt sad or worried, Sammy would read the encouraging words to them, and they would all feel better.

Just like in Acts 15:31, when Sammy and his friends read the words on the scroll, they rejoiced because they found encouragement in them. It's important to share kind words with others to spread joy and happiness!

Prayer Prompt

Dear God, thank you for your words that bring us joy and encouragement. Help us to always find happiness in reading and learning from the Bible. Amen.

Discussion Questions

1. Why do you think the people in Acts 15:31 rejoiced when they read the words in the Bible?
2. How does reading the Bible encourage you or make you feel happy?
3. Can you think of a time when reading a Bible verse made you feel joyful or encouraged?
4. What are some ways we can share encouraging verses from the Bible with others?
5. How can we apply the encouragement we receive from the Bible to our daily lives?

Life Application

When you read something that makes you feel happy and encouraged, like a kind note or a story that makes you smile, you can share that feeling with others around you. You can spread encouragement by saying kind words, giving compliments, or doing something nice for someone. Just like the people in Acts 15:31 rejoiced because of the encouragement they received, you can bring joy and happiness to others by spreading positivity and love in your everyday life.

Craft or Activity

Let's create a colorful and joyful "Encouragement Jar" craft!

1. Prepare a clean, empty jar and decorate it with colorful stickers, markers, or paint to make it cheerful and inviting.

2. Cut small pieces of colorful paper or index cards.

3. Encourage the child to write or draw uplifting messages, kind words, or Bible verses on each piece of paper. These could be phrases like "You are loved," "God is with you," or "You are special."

4. Fold each paper and place them inside the decorated jar.

5. Explain to the child that just like the early Christians rejoiced when they read encouraging words, they can also experience joy and encouragement by reading the messages in their Encouragement Jar.

6. Encourage the child to pick a message from the jar whenever they need a little extra encouragement or to share one with a family member or friend to spread joy.

This hands-on activity will help children understand and remember the message of Acts 15:31 in a fun and interactive way.

Memory Verse or Rhyme

When the words were read out loud,
Their hearts were happy, oh so proud!
Encouragement filled them with cheer,
Acts 15:31, let's all cheer!

Songs or Videos

One great Christian song for kids that relates to the message of Acts 15:31 is "This Little Light of Mine." This song reminds kids to let their light shine and bring encouragement to others, just like the message brought joy to the believers in Acts 15:31.

Another wonderful song is "I've Got the Joy, Joy, Joy, Joy Down in My Heart." This song is all about the joy we have in our hearts because of Jesus and how we can share that joy with others, just like the believers rejoiced when they read the encouraging message in Acts 15:31.

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