Lesson: Luke 21:37 (Ages 9-11)

📖 Luke 21:37 – Ages 9-11

Explanation

In this verse, we learn that Jesus spent His days teaching in the temple, sharing important lessons and stories with the people. The temple was like a big church where many people came to learn about God and listen to Jesus.

But at night, instead of going home to rest like most people do, Jesus chose to go to a special place called the Mount of Olives. This mountain was a quiet and peaceful place where Jesus could talk to God in prayer. It was like having a special time with a close friend, sharing your thoughts and feelings.

Just like how we sometimes have quiet moments to talk to our friends or family members, Jesus spent time on the Mount of Olives talking to God His Father. It was a time for Him to pray, to find strength, and to connect with God.

Through this verse, we can learn the importance of spending time in prayer and talking to God. Just like Jesus found peace and strength on the Mount of Olives, we too can find comfort and guidance when we talk to God in prayer. Jesus showed us that it's important to make time for God in our busy lives, just like He did during His time on earth.

Kid's Story

Once there was a curious squirrel named Sammy who lived near the Mount of Olives. Sammy loved to explore and learn new things. One day, he noticed a kind teacher named Jesus who taught people in the temple during the day and went to the mountain at night.

Intrigued, Sammy decided to follow Jesus one evening. From a safe distance, he watched as Jesus prayed and found peace on the quiet mountain. Sammy realized that even though Jesus was busy teaching during the day, he still made time to connect with God and find rest.

Sammy scurried back to his tree, understanding the importance of spending time with God, even when life gets busy. Just like Jesus, Sammy learned that finding moments of peace and prayer can help us feel closer to God and bring us comfort.

Prayer Prompt

Dear God, thank you for teaching us important things just like Jesus did in the temple. Help us also find quiet moments to reflect and be close to you, just like Jesus went to the Mount of Olives at night. Amen.

Discussion Questions

1. Why do you think Jesus spent his days teaching in the temple?
2. What do you think Jesus did on the Mount of Olives at night?
3. How do you think Jesus felt teaching in the temple during the day and spending time on the Mount of Olives at night?
4. Do you have a special place where you like to go to be close to God, like Jesus going to the Mount of Olives?
5. How can we follow Jesus's example of spending time teaching and being close to God in our daily lives?

Life Application

This Bible verse shows us that Jesus spent time teaching and praying in the temple during the day and then went to spend time alone in prayer on the Mount of Olives at night. Children can apply this by finding a balance between learning and spending time with God. They can set aside time each day to read the Bible, pray, and talk to God, just like Jesus did. This can help them grow closer to God and find peace in their hearts, especially during busy or challenging times at home, school, or with friends.

Craft or Activity

One fun and hands-on activity to help children understand and remember the message of Luke 21:37 is to create a diorama or scene depicting the temple and the Mount of Olives. You can use craft materials like cardboard, paper, clay, and mini figurines to create the temple on one side and the Mount of Olives on the other side. Encourage the children to place a figurine of Jesus teaching in the temple during the day and another figurine of Jesus on the Mount of Olives at night. This visual representation can help them remember the verse and understand the significance of Jesus' teachings and his moments of solitude and prayer.

Memory Verse or Rhyme

Jesus taught in the day, in the temple so grand,
But at night, on the Mount of Olives, He would stand.
Remember this verse, let it shine so bright,
Jesus teaches us both day and night!

Songs or Videos

One Christian song that relates to this verse is "Jesus Loves Me" as it speaks of Jesus teaching and caring for us. Another song is "This Little Light of Mine" which can remind us to shine our light for Jesus even in the darkness of night, just like Jesus did on the Mount of Olives.

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