Lesson: Acts 17:27 (Ages 9-11)

📖 Acts 17:27 – Ages 9-11

Explanation

In this Bible verse from Acts 17:27, it tells us that God wants us to look for Him and reach out to Him. It's like playing hide-and-seek with a friend. Just like how you try to find your friend when they hide, God wants us to look for Him, too.

The verse says that even though we can't see God with our eyes, He is always close to us. It's like the air we breathe – we can't see it, but we know it's there because we can feel it when we breathe in and out. That's how God is with us, always near and ready for us to reach out to Him.

God loves us so much that He makes Himself easy to find. When we talk to Him in prayer, read stories about Him in the Bible, or feel His love in our hearts, we are reaching out to Him. And when we do that, we can be sure that He is right there, listening to us and loving us, just like a caring friend.

So, remember, God is never far away from us. He's always there, waiting for us to seek Him and find comfort, love, and peace in His presence.

Kid's Story

Once upon a time, there was a curious squirrel named Sammy. Sammy loved exploring the forest, climbing trees, and searching for acorns. One day, while wandering far from home, Sammy got lost.

Feeling scared and alone, Sammy remembered a verse he had heard - "He did this so that they might seek God, and perhaps reach out for Him and find Him, though He is not far from any one of us." Sammy closed his eyes and whispered a prayer, asking God to guide him back.

Suddenly, Sammy heard a familiar chirping sound. Following it, he found himself at the edge of the forest, right near his cozy tree. Sammy realized that even when he felt lost, God was always near, ready to help him.

From that day on, Sammy knew that he could always seek God, reach out to Him, and find comfort, for God is never far away.

Prayer Prompt

Dear God, thank you for always being near to us. Help us to seek you and reach out to you, knowing that you are always close by. Amen.

Discussion Questions

1. What do you think it means to "seek God" mentioned in Acts 17:27?
2. How do you think we can "reach out for Him" in our daily lives?
3. Why do you think the verse says that God is not far from any one of us?
4. Can you think of a time when you felt close to God? How did it make you feel?
5. How can knowing that God is always near help us when we feel scared or lonely?

Life Application

This verse from Acts 17:27 reminds us that God is always close to us, and we can seek Him and find Him wherever we are. Children aged 9-11 can apply this message in their daily lives by remembering that God is always with them, no matter what they are going through.

At home, they can talk to God in prayer, asking for His help, guidance, and thanking Him for their blessings. They can also show love and kindness to their family members, knowing that God is pleased when we treat others with love and respect.

At school, children can seek God's wisdom and strength when facing challenges like difficult schoolwork, making new friends, or dealing with conflicts. They can also be a light for Jesus by showing kindness, patience, and forgiveness to their classmates.

With friends, children can share about God's love and how He is always near to them. They can pray for their friends when they are going through tough times and be a source of encouragement and support.

Overall, children can apply the message of Acts 17:27 by seeking God in every aspect of their lives, knowing that He is always there for them, ready to help, guide, and comfort them.

Craft or Activity

Let's create a "Seek and Find" game to help children understand Acts 17:27! You can make a simple board with hidden pictures or symbols representing seeking God. Each hidden item can have a Bible verse or a keyword related to the verse written on it. As the children find each hidden item, they can read the verse or keyword aloud and discuss how it relates to seeking God. This hands-on activity will reinforce the message that God is always near and ready for us to reach out to Him.

Memory Verse or Rhyme

God is close, He's never far,
In Him, we seek, reach out, and find.
Acts 17:27, a guiding star,
His love surrounds us, gentle and kind.

Songs or Videos

One great Christian song for kids that relates to Acts 17:27 is "God is Near" by Yancy. The song reminds us that God is always close to us, no matter where we are or what we're going through. Another wonderful song is "God's Not Dead" by Newsboys. This song emphasizes that God is alive and active in our lives, ready for us to seek Him and find Him. Both of these songs can help kids understand the message of Acts 17:27 and feel God's presence in their lives.

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