Lesson: Mark 6:39 (Ages 9-11)

📖 Mark 6:39 – Ages 9-11

Explanation

In this verse, Jesus is showing us the importance of organization and taking care of each other. Just like when you have friends over for a picnic, it's easier to make sure everyone has enough food when they're sitting in groups.

Jesus wanted to make sure everyone was comfortable and could listen to Him teach, so He asked them to sit down in groups on the green grass. This way, everyone could see and hear Him clearly, and everyone could share and help each other.

It's like when we're playing a game together, and we make sure everyone knows the rules and has a fair turn. Jesus wanted to show us that when we work together and take care of each other, everyone can be happy and learn together.

So, remember, just like Jesus took care of the people by having them sit in groups on the green grass, we can also show kindness and consideration to others by helping each other and working together as a team.

Kid's Story

Once upon a time, a curious bunny named Benny hopped around a beautiful meadow. He loved exploring and meeting new friends. One sunny day, Benny stumbled upon a group of animals gathered around a picnic. They were all hungry and excited to eat, but there wasn't enough food for everyone.

Seeing this, Benny remembered the verse from Mark 6:39 where Jesus instructed people to sit down in groups. He suggested to his friends that they organize themselves into groups on the green grass. They listened to Benny and soon everyone was sitting in neat little circles.

To their surprise, there was plenty of food for everyone to share! The animals learned that when they work together and follow instructions, there is always enough to go around. Benny felt happy that he could help his friends understand this important lesson of sharing and cooperation.

Prayer Prompt

Dear God, thank you for providing for us just like how Jesus took care of the people in the Bible story. Help us to remember to be thankful for your blessings and to always trust in your provision. Amen.

Discussion Questions

1. Why do you think Jesus asked the people to sit down in groups on the green grass before He fed them?
2. How do you think the people felt when they were sitting down together on the grass, waiting for Jesus to feed them?
3. Can you think of a time when you were a part of a group doing something important, like the people sitting together on the grass in this story?
4. What do you think Jesus wanted to show His disciples and the people by having them sit down in groups on the green grass?
5. How can we show kindness and care for others when we gather together, just like Jesus did with the people in this story?

Life Application

In Mark 6:39, Jesus instructed the people to sit down in groups before He performed a miracle of feeding the 5,000. Children aged 9-11 can apply this message in their daily lives by learning the importance of organization and cooperation. At home, they can help their parents by organizing their tasks and working together with family members to accomplish goals. In school, they can work in groups on projects, listen to instructions, and cooperate with classmates. With friends, they can take turns, share toys, and work together to solve problems. By following Jesus' example of instructing people to sit down in groups, children can learn the value of teamwork and collaboration in various aspects of their lives.

Craft or Activity

One fun activity to help children understand and remember the message of Mark 6:39 is to create a diorama of the scene where Jesus instructs the people to sit down in groups on the green grass.

You can provide materials such as green paper or fabric for the grass, small figurines or pictures to represent Jesus and the crowd, and craft sticks to create little people to sit down in groups. Encourage the children to arrange the scene according to the verse and discuss the importance of following Jesus' instructions and being organized.

This hands-on activity can help children visualize the story and internalize the message of obedience and orderliness as taught by Jesus in Mark 6:39.

Memory Verse or Rhyme

In Mark 6:39, Jesus told His crew,
"Sit down on the grass, in groups, not a few!"
So listen to His words, follow His lead,
Gather 'round together, that's all you need!

Songs or Videos

One Christian song that relates to the message of Mark 6:39 is "All I Need" by Gateway Kids Worship. This song talks about how Jesus provides everything we need, just like how He provided food for the crowd in the story from Mark 6. Another song is "Oh How He Loves Us" by David Crowder Band, which reminds us of the great love Jesus has for each one of us, similar to the care He showed for the people by instructing them to sit down in groups before feeding them. Both of these songs can help kids understand the message of Mark 6:39 in a musical and engaging way.

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