I Am Not Afraid
⭐Children will learn that God cares for them through the parents and family He provides for them.
LEARNING OBJECTIVE
Children will learn that God cares for them through the parents and family He provides for them.
BIBLE VERSE
“The eyes of God watch over me.”
Proverbs 15:3
LESSON DESCRIPTION
Children will notice that David is not afraid, because God who made the stars shine from the night sky also watches over him. Although we cannot see God, He cares for us through those who love us -- like our mommies, daddies, siblings, and grandparents. God helps us be safe when we love and obey.
ESTIMATED TIME
45 - 60
Minutes
MATERIALS NEEDED
- Bible
- Crayons
- Toys and Toybox (if available)
- TV or video viewing device
- Device for playing audio files
CLASSROOM SETUP
- Child-size table/chairs
- Prepare TV or video viewing device and arrange seating accordingly (floor space or chairs)
- Prepare audio device (TV, laptop, mobile phone, etc)
- Print activity sheets in advance
DOWNLOADS
Media Used in This Lesson
Play or download the videos and songs needed for this lesson.
People Who Care For Us
2:39
The Star Song
2:09
1Welcome⌄
2Big Idea⌄
With children seated, introduce the Big Idea.
Teacher: “Our Bible verse today is, 'The eyes of God watch over me.'”
Then dialog with Oscar Ox craft puppet (optional).
Teacher: “Oscar, do you see all our friends here today? And did you see how mommies and daddies bring them and care for them? Children, aren’t we thankful for our mommies and daddies and those who care for us? And, do you know, God cares for all of us? That is our big idea for today.”
3Video⌄
4Video Review / Discussion / Takeaway⌄
Teacher: “Hey, Oscar. We saw you in that video!”
Oscar: “Yes, that was fun! Did you see me, kids?”
Teacher: “Oscar, God cares for us by giving us mommies and daddies, and family who love and care for us.”
Teach memory verse with motions:
Teacher: “The eyes (point to eyes) of God (point upward) watch (make like holding a binocular) over (arms waved broadly around) me (hands, fingers spread back to chest).”
Repeat.
5Activity⌄
6Snack / Play Time⌄
7Song/Music Video⌄
Introduce video by way of review:
Teacher: “Do you remember our story of David the shepherd boy and how God’s stars lighted the sky? David knew God cared for him. Do you remember this song?”
Then play “The Star Song” on your TV or applicable audio device.
8Song/Music Video Takeaway / Discussion⌄
Show the lesson's printed download picture.
Teacher: “Can you find David? Where is the sky?"
Help children count the stars.
Teacher: "Have you seen the moon and stars in the sky at night? God’s sun lights the day, and His stars light up the night. The eyes of God watch over us. Our mommies and daddies watch over us. Let’s color our coloring pages."
9Activity⌄
10Summary Wrap-Up⌄
Remember: You are helping little hearts build a strong foundation of faith!
Thank you for being a part of the Little Leaders community!
We’re here to support you every step of the way.
