Lesson: Colossians 3:10 (Ages 3-5)

📖 Colossians 3:10 – Ages 3-5

Explanation

In Colossians 3:10, it says that when we believe in Jesus, we become like new people on the inside. It's like getting a brand new set of clothes that make us look and act more like Jesus, who made us and loves us very much!

Just like how we change into clean clothes after getting messy playing outside, when we believe in Jesus, our hearts become clean and good. And as we learn more about Jesus and His love for us, our hearts become even more like His, full of kindness, love, and joy.

So, just like how a beautiful flower grows and becomes more colorful and lovely each day, when we believe in Jesus, our hearts grow and become more like His beautiful and loving heart. Isn't that amazing? Jesus helps us become better and better every day!

Kid's Story

Once upon a time, there was a little bunny named Benny who loved to hop and play all day long. One day, Benny noticed that his fur was getting dirty and messy from all his adventures. He decided it was time for a change!

Benny hopped over to a clear pond and saw his reflection looking back at him. He realized that he wanted to be clean and shiny like his reflection. So, he hopped into the water and gave himself a good wash. As Benny cleaned himself, he felt refreshed and new.

Just like Benny, we can put on a new self too! When we choose to be kind, loving, and helpful, we become more like Jesus, our Creator. And every day, as we learn more about Jesus and follow His ways, our hearts become renewed and filled with His love.

Prayer Prompt

Dear God, thank you for making me new every day and helping me grow to be more like You. Please help me learn more about You and be kind and loving like You. Amen.

Discussion Questions

1. Who helps us become better and more like Jesus every day?
2. What does it mean to have a "new self" in Jesus?
3. How can we learn more about Jesus and grow to be more like Him?
4. Why is it important to be kind and helpful to others like Jesus?
5. How can we show others that we are becoming more like Jesus?

Life Application

This Bible verse from Colossians 3:10 is teaching us that when we believe in Jesus, we become new and different on the inside. We start to become more like Jesus every day.

Children can apply this message in their real life by trying to be kind, loving, and helpful to others. They can show love and forgiveness to their family, friends, and even to people who are not kind to them. By doing so, they are showing that they are becoming more like Jesus and growing in their faith.

At home, children can help with chores, share toys with siblings, and listen to their parents. At school, they can be a good friend, help classmates in need, and listen to their teachers. With friends, they can be kind, share, and include others in their play.

By being kind, loving, and helpful, children are showing that they are putting on their new selves and growing to be more like Jesus every day.

Craft or Activity

Let's create a "New Self" craft to help children understand Colossians 3:10! Provide children with paper cutouts of a person's outline. Have them decorate one side with their old self (such as scribbles or frowns) and the other side with their new self (happy faces, kind words). Discuss how we can choose to be like our Creator by being loving, kind, and helpful. This hands-on activity will visually show children how they can put on their new self each day in the image of God.

Memory Verse or Rhyme

When we follow Jesus, we shine so bright,
Putting on our new self, so pure and light.
Renewed in knowledge, growing every day,
Just like our Creator, in every single way!

Songs or Videos

There are many wonderful Christian songs and videos for kids that can help them understand and celebrate the message of Colossians 3:10. One song that comes to mind is "Made in the Image" by Yancy. This song beautifully conveys the idea that we are all created in the image of God and encourages children to embrace their identity in Christ.

Another great song is "You Are God's Masterpiece" by Uncaged. This song emphasizes that each child is uniquely created by God and encourages them to see themselves as God's beautiful creation. Both of these songs can help reinforce the message of Colossians 3:10 and inspire children to embrace their new self in Christ.

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