Lesson: Romans 5:11 (Ages 3-5)

📖 Romans 5:11 – Ages 3-5

Explanation

In this Bible verse, it says that we are happy and excited about God because of Jesus. It's like when we feel really happy and proud of something, like when we draw a beautiful picture or help a friend. We can feel that way about God and Jesus because they love us so much!

When we talk about "restoration," it means that God makes things right and good again. It's like when we accidentally break our favorite toy, but then someone fixes it and makes it all better. God does that for us when we make mistakes or feel sad. He helps us feel happy and loved again through Jesus.

So, we can tell everyone how awesome God is because He takes care of us and makes our hearts feel full of joy and love. Jesus helps us be close to God, and that's something really special that we can be proud of and thankful for!

Kid's Story

Once upon a time, there was a little bunny named Bella. Bella loved to hop and play in the meadow with her friends. One day, Bella's favorite carrot patch was ruined by a big storm. She felt sad and didn't know what to do.

But then, Bella remembered what her wise friend Owl had told her about God's love and restoration. She prayed and asked God for help. The next day, Bella woke up to find her carrot patch blooming with even more delicious carrots than before!

Bella hopped with joy and thanked God for His restoration. She realized that through Jesus, we can always trust God to help us in times of need. From that day on, Bella boasted in God's love and faithfulness to all her animal friends in the meadow.

Prayer Prompt

Dear God, thank you for sending Jesus to bring us back to you. Help us to be happy and proud to have you in our lives. Amen.

Discussion Questions

1. Who helps us be happy and excited about God?
2. How do we show that we love God?
3. What does it mean to be restored by Jesus?
4. Why is it important to thank God for everything He does for us?

Life Application

This Bible verse from Romans 5:11 reminds us that we can be happy and proud because of what God has done for us through Jesus. For children aged 3-5, they can apply this message in their lives by being thankful and talking about how great God is.

At home, they can say a simple prayer to thank God for all the good things in their life, like their family, toys, and pets. They can also share with their family how much they love God and how Jesus helps them feel happy and loved.

At school, they can share this message by being kind to their friends and classmates. They can show love and care to others, just like how Jesus loves us. They can also tell their friends about God's love and how Jesus helps them when they feel sad or scared.

With friends, they can talk about how amazing God is and how much Jesus loves them. They can pray together and thank God for their friendship and all the fun they have together. By sharing this message of love and gratitude, children can spread joy and kindness in their everyday lives.

Craft or Activity

One fun activity to help young children understand and remember the message of Romans 5:11 is to create a "Restoration Crown."

For this activity, provide children with paper crowns or crown templates, along with stickers, markers, and other decorative materials. Have them decorate their crowns while talking about how through Jesus Christ, we receive restoration and can boast in God. Encourage them to create a crown fit for a prince or princess who is grateful for the restoration we have in Jesus.

As they proudly wear their crowns, remind them of the message of Romans 5:11 and how we can celebrate and boast in God because of the restoration we have through Jesus Christ.

Memory Verse or Rhyme

Let's chant this verse so true,
In God, we boast, He makes us new!
Through Jesus Christ, we are restored,
In His love, we are adored!

Songs or Videos

One great Christian song for kids that relates to the message of Romans 5:11 is "Trading My Sorrows" by Darrell Evans. This song talks about boasting in God through Jesus Christ and experiencing restoration in Him.

Another wonderful song is "My Lighthouse" by Rend Collective. This song beautifully conveys the message of finding hope and restoration through our faith in Jesus Christ, just like the verse from Romans 5:11.

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