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If You Love Jesus

Praising God with Instruments

Day 28of 180
Week 6of 36
15Minutes
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🎯 What You'll Learn

Learning Objectives

1

Learn a new praise song about loving Jesus

2

Practice simple body movements synchronized with song lyrics

3

Understand that praising God can be joyful and fun

📖 Scripture Connection

Psalm 150:6

“Let everything that has breath praise Yahweh. Praise Yah!”

— Psalm 150:6 (WEB)

Encourages children to praise God with joy and enthusiasm

📦 Materials Needed

  • BibleMouse Song Collection audio track
  • Small percussion instruments (optional)
  • World English Bible
  • Psalm 150 picture cards from previous lesson
📚 Step-by-Step

Lesson Plan

1Opening (3 min)

Recall yesterday's instrument treasure hunt and get excited about today's praise song

💭 Review Question: What instruments did we learn about yesterday?
2Teaching (5 min)

Introduce 'If You Love Jesus' praise song adaptation

📌 Key Talking Points:
  • God loves when we sing and show joy
  • Praising Jesus can be fun and energetic
  • We can use our whole body to worship
💬 Discussion Questions:
  • How do you show you love Jesus?
  • What makes you happy about God?
3Activity: If You Love Jesus Praise Song (6 min)
singing

Learn and sing adapted version of 'If You're Happy'

📝 Instructions:
  1. Sing 'If you love Jesus, clap your hands'
  2. Add different actions for each verse
  3. Encourage enthusiastic participation
  4. Use gentle instruments if desired
🔄 Variations:

Simpler: Focus on one verse with simple hand motions

Challenge: Add more complex body movements or instrument accompaniment

4Closing (3 min)

Review song and praise movements

📝 Review Questions:
  • What did we learn about praising Jesus?
  • Can you show me how to clap for Jesus?

Coming up: Tomorrow we'll add more instruments to our praise song

👨‍👩‍👧 For Parents

Teaching Notes

📚 Background:

Young children learn worship through playful, engaging activities

💡 Teaching Tips:
  • Be enthusiastic and join in the movements
  • Praise effort over perfect performance
  • Allow natural energy and joy
🤔 Common Struggles:

Staying focused for full song duration

👀 Signs of Understanding:

Child's willingness to participate and smile

🚀 Want More?

Extension Activities

  • Record a family praise video
  • Create simple instrument shakers from household items
  • Draw a picture of praising Jesus

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