Eclipsed Children’s Ministry Lesson

Reflecting the Light of Jesus - Don’t Block The Son

Jesus called himself the Light of the World. He also told his disciples that they were the light of the world. During a solar eclipse, the moon moves in front of the sun and creates darkness where there was light. In the same way, when we try to “be good enough” by using our own abilities, we’ll be disappointed. We shine brightest when we reflect the light of the “Son” to others.

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Eclipsed Lesson Overview:

Memory Verse:

“Jesus spoke to the people again. He said, “I am the light of the world. Anyone who follows me will never walk in darkness. They will have that light. They will have life.” John 8:12 (NIRV)

Bible Story: 

Scripture: Acts 3:1-16, Peter Heals a Man Who Can’t Walk

While Jesus was on the earth, he healed many and helped many. When Peter healed a lame man, he made it clear to the people that it was not his power but the power of God working in him to heal the man. 

Objective: Kids will say “I can reflect the light of Jesus to others.”

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This Lesson Includes:

• Make It Stick! Parent Sheet - so you can let mom and dad know what kids are learning each week and look like a rockstar teacher who's thought of everything.
• Memory Verse - so that you can make sure kids are getting Scripture in their minds and hearts every single week and you can feel like each lesson was a success even when it seems like 90% of your lesson time is spent saying things like "calm down", "let's be quiet", "hands to yourself!"
• Skit or Puppet Show - so you have a way to easily connect the lesson with your hands-on and visual learners. No drama team? No problem! Just hand the script to the kids. They'll have a blast and think you're the coolest.
• Craft Activity - so you can give kids a physical reminder of the Bible lesson (and give yourself an activity to keep them busy until mom and dad come back!)
• Large Group Lesson - so you can present the Bible story in a clear and fun way, which means now you can enjoy Saturday nights instead of stressing over putting a lesson together!
• Small Group Discussion - so you can find out who was paying attention and who was talking to their neighbor.  Just kidding, this is a great way for you build deeper relationships with your kiddos after each lesson, which means you're going to care about them so much you'll cry like a baby when they graduate and go to middle school :(
• More! - Yes, there is even more than all of that so that you can easily put together the perfect lesson for your ministry each weekend, which means no more agonizing over how to adjust complicated lesson plans. 

About This Lesson:

• Perfect for kids ages 6-12
• Stand-alone holiday lesson perfect for Children's Church or Sunday School
• Includes both large group and small group resources
• This lesson is an instant download 

Guaranteed to Be Awesome!