Lesson: Romans 15:15 (Ages 9-11)

📖 Romans 15:15 – Ages 9-11

Explanation

In this verse from the book of Romans, the writer is saying that they wrote a letter to remind people about important things. They wrote with confidence and courage because God helped them.

Imagine you have a friend who sometimes forgets to do their homework. You might write them a letter to remind them to do it. You would write with boldness and courage, just like the writer did in the Bible, because you want to help your friend remember and do the right thing.

God gives us grace, which is like a special gift of love and help. The writer in the Bible was grateful for God's grace, so they wrote with boldness to remind others about important things with love and kindness, just like how we remind our friends with love.

Kid's Story

Once upon a time in a bustling forest, there lived a curious squirrel named Sammy. Sammy loved exploring and often forgot where he hid his acorns. One day, Sammy met a wise owl named Olivia who shared her acorn-hiding tips with him.

Olivia reminded Sammy that just like how she shared her wisdom boldly, Paul wrote boldly to the Romans to remind them of God's grace. Sammy learned that sometimes we need gentle reminders to stay on the right path. With Olivia's help, Sammy became better at remembering where he hid his acorns.

From then on, Sammy boldly shared Olivia's acorn-hiding tips with his fellow squirrels. He realized that helping others with love and grace, just as Olivia and Paul did, was a wonderful way to spread kindness in the forest.

Prayer Prompt

Dear God, thank you for your grace that helps us to remember important things. Help us to be bold like the writer of Romans, and always share your love with others. Amen.

Discussion Questions

1. Why do you think the writer of Romans felt the need to write boldly to the readers?
2. What do you think the grace of God means in this verse?
3. How do you think we can be reminded of important things in our own lives, just like the writer of Romans wanted to remind the readers?
4. Can you think of a time when you needed a reminder about something important? How did it help you?
5. How can we show gratitude for the grace that God gives us, as mentioned in this verse?

Life Application

In Romans 15:15, the Apostle Paul is explaining that he is writing boldly to the people he is addressing because of the grace God has given him. For children aged 9-11, this verse can teach them the importance of speaking up kindly and confidently when they need to remind others of important things.

Children can apply this message in their real life by speaking up in a bold but kind way when they see something that is not right or when they need to remind someone of a rule or important information. For example, if they see a friend being unkind to another friend, they can kindly remind them of the importance of treating others with love and respect.

At home, they can use this message to speak up when they see a family member forgetting to do something important, like chores or spending time together. They can do this with love and grace, just like how God's grace motivates Paul to write boldly.

In school, children can apply this by speaking up when they see someone being bullied or treated unfairly. They can remind their classmates of the importance of being kind and inclusive, just like how Paul reminds others of important truths in his letters.

Overall, children can apply the message of Romans 15:15 by speaking up boldly and confidently, but always with love and grace, just as Paul did.

Craft or Activity

One engaging activity that can help children understand and remember the message of Romans 15:15 is to create a "Grace Reminder Jar."

To make a Grace Reminder Jar, provide each child with a small jar or container, colorful paper strips, and pens or markers. Have the children write down specific ways they have experienced God's grace in their lives on the paper strips. These could include moments when they felt God's love, forgiveness, or help in difficult situations.

After writing down their examples of God's grace, they can fold the paper strips and place them in the jar. Encourage the children to decorate their jars with stickers or markers to make them personalized and special.

Throughout the week or month, children can pick a paper strip from their Grace Reminder Jar and reflect on that specific moment of God's grace in their lives. This hands-on activity will serve as a tangible reminder of God's love and grace, just like how Paul wrote to the Romans as a reminder of God's grace in their lives.

Memory Verse or Rhyme

God’s grace is what I see,
Helps me write so bold and free.
Romans 15:15, a reminder for you and me,
God’s love and grace will always be!

Songs or Videos

A great Christian song for kids that relates to the message of Romans 15:15 is "Your Grace is Enough" by Chris Tomlin. This song talks about how God's grace is sufficient for us in every situation. Another wonderful song is "Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)" by Chris Tomlin, which beautifully captures the message of God's grace and redemption. Both of these songs can help kids understand and appreciate the grace that God gives us.

📄 Download as PDF