Jesus Loves Children
Understand that Jesus loves children
Learn that Jesus welcomes all children
Feel special and loved by Jesus
“But when Jesus saw it, he was moved with indignation, and said to them, 'Allow the little children to come to me! Don't forbid them, for the Kingdom of God belongs to such as these.'”
— Mark 10:14 (WEB)Jesus shows His love and acceptance of children, valuing them in His kingdom
Gather children and ask about yesterday's lesson. 'Yesterday, we learned that some people brought children to Jesus, but the disciples tried to stop them. Today, we'll learn what Jesus said!'
BibleMouse lesson about Jesus loving children. Use gentle, warm tone and engage children directly.
Create a safe, welcoming space representing Jesus' arms. Children take turns being 'welcomed' with a gentle hug or blessing.
Simpler: Parent directly guides child's movement
Challenge: Let children take turns being Jesus and the child
Recap lesson and sing memory verse song
Dear Jesus, thank You for loving children like me. Help me know how special I am to You.
Coming up: Tomorrow we'll learn how Jesus blesses children!
“Let the little children come to Me.”
— Mark 10:14 (WEB)🎯 Activity: Jesus Loves Me Dance: Children move and wiggle while singing the verse, with parents helping them make hand motions
This lesson emphasizes Jesus' unconditional love and acceptance of children
Young children might get distracted or have short attention spans
Child's engagement, attempts to repeat verse, showing affection