Objective
By the end of this lesson, the 2-year-old student will have a basic understanding of John 3:16 and its meaning.
Materials and Prep
Materials: Bible
Prep: Familiarize yourself with John 3:16 and have the Bible ready for reference.
Activities
1. Bible Story Time: Read John 3:16 to the student in a clear and engaging manner.
2. Memory Verse Fun: Repeat the verse together and encourage the child to mimic your words.
3. Art Activity: Provide crayons and paper for the child to draw a picture related to the verse.
Talking Points
- God loves you very much. Say, "God loves you!"
- Jesus is a special friend. Say, "Jesus is your friend."
- John 3:16 says, "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." Say, "God loves us so much that He sent Jesus to be our friend forever."
- We can talk to God anytime. Say, "You can talk to God like you talk to a friend."