The Bronze Serpent
Understand that complaining against God is a sin
Learn how to ask for forgiveness sincerely
Develop empathy for others who are struggling
“The people came to Moses and said, 'We have sinned, because we have spoken against Yahweh, and against you. Pray to Yahweh, that he take away the serpents from us.' Moses prayed for the people.”
— Numbers 21:7 (WEB)Shows the importance of admitting sins and seeking forgiveness
In today's BibleMouse lesson, we'll learn about how the Israelites finally realized they were wrong and asked for help.
After the snakes attacked, the people understood they had sinned against God. They came to Moses and said, 'We have sinned!'
Create a snake from pipe cleaners to remind us about admitting mistakes
Simpler: Parent helps with twisting pipe cleaners
Challenge: Add more details to the snake craft
Review the lesson's main points
Dear God, help us to be brave and admit when we're wrong
Coming up: Tomorrow we'll learn how God provided a way for healing
“So Moses made a bronze snake and put it up on a pole. Then when anyone was bitten by a snake and looked at the bronze snake, he lived.”
— Numbers 21:9 (WEB)🎯 Activity: Snake Pole Memorization: Create a simple pole with a pipe cleaner snake, act out looking and living while reciting the verse
This lesson focuses on repentance and God's mercy
Children might find it hard to admit when they're wrong
Genuine understanding of asking for forgiveness