Jesus the Good Shepherd
Understand that Jesus loves and cares for us like a shepherd
Recognize that we are like sheep who need Jesus' guidance
Feel secure in Jesus' loving protection
“I am the good shepherd. I know my own, and my own know me, even as the Father knows me, and I know the Father. I lay down my life for the sheep.”
— John 10:14-15 (WEB)Jesus describes His loving care and protection for His followers
Bring out the stuffed lamb and ask, 'Who knows what a shepherd does?'
Explain how Jesus is like a kind shepherd who takes care of us
Create a sheep using cotton balls and green paper to represent Jesus' peaceful pasture
Simpler: Parents help with gluing
Challenge: Children cut out their own sheep shape
Review lesson and sing memory verse song
Thank Jesus for loving and watching over us
Coming up: Tomorrow we'll learn about people bringing children to Jesus
“I am the good shepherd. I know My sheep.”
— John 10:14 (WEB)🎯 Activity: Sheep Hop: Children hop like sheep when they say each word of the verse
Shepherding was a common occupation in biblical times, making this metaphor relatable
Sitting still during teaching time
Child's engagement and understanding of Jesus' love