2025-05-11 Patient

Before Service

Ensure parents take their child to the restroom before bringing them to the children's area and use the QR code to sign in their child before the service.

Praise and Worship (15 mins)

Parents: The parent and child scheduled for this week will lead us in singing on Sunday. Please take time to practice the songs together at home, helping your child feel confident and joyful as they prepare to lead.

Prayer and Offering (5 mins)

Parents: Please encourage your children to bring an offering to church. You may help your child prepare by setting aside a coin for them to bring on Sunday. This is a great opportunity to teach them about giving to God with a thankful heart and trusting Him to provide.

What is Offering?

Offering is when we give something to God to show our love and thankfulness. In church, we often give money as an offering, but we can also give our time, talents, and kindness to God and others.

Why Do We Make an Offering?

1️⃣ To Thank God – Everything we have comes from God! Giving back is a way to say, “Thank You, God!”
2️⃣ To Trust God – When we give, we show that we trust God to take care of us.
3️⃣ To Help Others – Offerings help the church teach about Jesus, help people in need, and share God’s love.

The Bible says in 2 Corinthians 9:7,
"God loves a cheerful giver!" That means God is happy when we give with a joyful heart!

Prayer for Offering

Dear God, thank You for giving us everything we need. We want to give back to You with joyful hearts. Please use our offering to help others and share Your love. Help us to always trust You. In Jesus’ name, Amen!

Review Verse from Last Week

Psalm 119:137 – “Righteous are you, O LORD, and right are your rules.” (NIV)

“Righteous…”

✋👉 Raise one fist high in the air with strength and confidence.

(Say: “Righteous” means God always does what is right!)

“…are you…”

👉 Point up to the sky.

(We’re talking about God.)

“…O LORD…”

🙏 Make an “L” shape with your right hand and draw it across your chest like a sash (like royalty).

(The “LORD” is our King—He is in charge!)

“…and right…”

👍 Hold a big thumbs up.

(God’s ways are always right—thumbs up!)

“…are your rules.”

📖 Place both hands together like an open book.

(God’s rules are found in the Bible.)

Bible Story (10 min): God is Wrathful

Introduction (1 min)

(Hold up a shiny jewelry box and a basket of fake coins. Speak warmly and clearly.)

Good morning, everyone! Today, I brought two special things with me: a shiny jewelry box and a basket full of coins.

(Hold them up for the children to see.)

When you see a beautiful jewelry box like this, what do you think?

(Pause for answers: ‘It’s special!’ ‘It’s valuable!’)

Last time, we learned that God is even more precious than anything. He is more valuable than all the treasures in the world!

(Hold the jewelry box close to your heart.)

(Now hold up the basket of coins.)

But some people think money is more valuable than God.

If you could choose one — a big pile of money or a close relationship with God — which one would you pick?

(Pause for a few answers.)

Some people might pick the money because they think money can buy everything they want. But… what do you think God would want us to treasure more — money or Him? 

(Let children answer.)

That’s right — God!

Today, we are going to hear a true story from the Bible where people loved money more than they loved God. And do you know what?

Jesus — who always does what is right — was very angry about it!

We’ll find out what Jesus did, and why it’s so important that we love God more than anything else.

(Transition into the storytelling time.)

Story Telling (5 min) - God Is Wrathful!

(Bible Story: Jesus Cleanses the Temple — John 2:13–16)

(Speak with energy and emotion. Use props like the whip, coins, and table if possible.)

Let’s listen to a real story that happened when Jesus visited the temple — the special place where people came to worship God.

(Hold up the Temple picture if available.)

It was a special time called the Passover — when the people remembered how God rescued them from slavery in Egypt. Families came from far away to worship God.

But when Jesus arrived at the temple, do you know what He saw?

(Pause and look around at the kids.)

People were not quietly praying. They were not singing songs to God. They were selling animals and changing money right there in God’s house — making it a noisy, busy market!

(Hold up the basket of coins and shake it to make noise.)

Does that sound like worship?

 (Let kids answer: “No!”)

Those people cared more about making money than about loving and honoring God.

Do you think Jesus was happy about that?

 (Shake head: “No.”)

Listen to what Jesus did next:

The Bible says Jesus made a whip out of cords.

 (Hold up the rope or whip.)

Then — (use your voice to sound strong and serious) — He drove the people and the animals out of the temple!

(Move the whip gently through the air — without scaring kids — for drama.)

Jesus poured out the coins of the money-changers!

(Pour the coins loudly onto the table or floor.)

And then — (with excitement) — Jesus flipped over their tables!

(Carefully flip the small table over with a big thump, making sure it’s safe.)

Jesus shouted, ‘Take these things away! Do not make my Father’s house a house of trade!’

(Pause. Let the room be a little quiet for a few seconds.)

Wow. Jesus was really angry! 

But remember — Jesus is perfect. Everything He does is right.

Jesus was showing that it is right to be angry when people treat God like He isn’t important.

God’s temple was supposed to be about God, not about money.

And here’s something important for us to remember:

Jesus’ anger wasn’t out of control like when we sometimes get mad. His anger was perfect and good, because He was protecting what was holy and right.

God is perfectly wrathful — that means He is very angry at sin — because sin is evil and hurts what is good.

Wrap-up & Discussion (4 min)

(Sit down at their level, lower your voice to make it more personal.)

“Let’s think about this story together:

Question 1: Why was Jesus angry in the temple?

(Let children answer — guide them toward: Because people were loving money more than loving God.)

Question 2: Is it okay to love something more than God — like toys, money, video games, or even friends?

(Children answer. Remind them: No, nothing should be more important than God!)

Question 3: What does this story teach us about how God feels about sin?

(Children answer. Emphasize: God hates sin. He is right to be very, very angry at sin because sin is terrible — it keeps us away from Him.)

(Look warmly at them and conclude:)

Even though God is angry at sin, He loves us so much that He made a way to save us. He sent Jesus to take the punishment we deserve so that we can be close to Him forever!

Isn’t God amazing?”

Memorizing Verse: Romans 1:18a

(Stand up with the kids. Be lively and speak with energy. Use big, clear motions so they can copy you easily.)

“Alright everyone, it’s time to learn our Memory Verse!

It’s from the book of Romans — and it reminds us how God feels about sin.

I’m going to say it first, and I want you to listen carefully. Then we’ll say it together with hand motions to help us remember!

Here’s the verse:

Romans 1:18a —‘For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men.’

(Say the words slowly and clearly. Add actions as you speak.)

• “For the wrath of God”

  (Make an angry face, then point upward to “God.”)

  (Wrath = pretend to stomp your foot once.)

• “is revealed”

  (Open your hands like you’re pulling a curtain apart to “reveal” something.)

• “from heaven”

  (Point both hands up to the sky.)

• “against all ungodliness”

  (Shake your finger “no” and make a sad face.)

• “and unrighteousness of men.”

  (Cross your arms in front of your chest like an X for “wrong” / “sinful.”)

Bible Story (10 min): God is Patient

Introduction (1 min)

(Hold up a timer and speak with excitement and curiosity.)

Boys and girls, look what I have here—a timer! I’m going to set it for just one minute. Now tell me: do you think one minute is a long time or a short time?

(Let them answer—some will say short, some might say long.)

“Let’s do a challenge! When I say ‘Go,’ everyone must sit completely still—no talking, no moving, no giggling, not even a wiggle! Let’s see if we can all be patient for one whole minute. If we can, we’ll get a surprise at the end of class!”

(Start the timer and quietly encourage them as needed. When the timer goes off…)

Time’s up! Wow, was that easy or hard? Raise your hand if you wanted to move or talk during that minute.

(Smile and engage briefly.)

Sometimes it’s hard to wait. We like things fast—fast food, fast games, fast answers. But today we’re going to learn that God is different. He is patient. That means He doesn’t get angry quickly. He gives people lots of time to turn to Him.

(Transition smoothly.)

Let’s hear a true story from the Bible about a man named Noah and how God showed amazing patience—even when people kept doing wrong things.

Story Telling (5 min) - God Is Patient!

(Use props or visuals like toy animals, ark picture, and water in a clear container if possible.)

A long time ago, the world was filled with people—just like today. But there was a problem. Most of those people didn’t love God. In fact, they didn’t even care about Him at all.

(Hold up your Bible.)

Let’s listen to what the Bible says in Genesis 6:5:

‘The Lord saw how bad people had become on earth. Every thought in their hearts was only evil all the time.’

That’s really sad, isn’t it?

(Make a sad face, shake head.)

God is perfect and holy. He can’t ignore sin. He was very angry at how people were acting.

(Hold up the whip or use an angry face emoji on a card.)

Last week, we learned that God is wrathful—He has righteous anger against sin. And He was going to send a big flood to clean the earth.

(Hold up a picture of water or a pitcher.)

BUT! Before the flood, God chose one man—Noah—who loved and obeyed God. God told Noah to build a big boat called an ark to save his family and two of every kind of animal.

(Show ark visual or toy.)

Now, here’s the part I want you to really hear: Did God send the flood right away?

(Let kids answer: “No!”)

That’s right. God waited… and waited… and waited over 100 years!

Can you imagine waiting that long?

(Count slowly on fingers: 1, 2, 3… then jump to 100 and act amazed.)

While Noah built the ark, the people had lots of time. Time to think. Time to listen. Time to repent—that means to turn away from sin and follow God. But did they do it?

(Shake head.)

No. They just laughed at Noah. They ignored God. And when the flood finally came… it was too late.

(Pause and let the seriousness settle.)

But Noah and his family? They were saved—because they trusted God.

(Show the ark with animals safely inside.)

Why did God wait so long to send the flood? Because He is patient.

God doesn’t want anyone to be destroyed. He gives people time to turn back to Him.

(Read aloud 2 Peter 3:9 slowly and clearly.)

2 Peter 3:9 NIV
The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.

Wrap-up & Discussion (4 min)

(Sit with the children in a circle or relaxed posture.)

Let’s think about what we just heard. The people in Noah’s time were doing lots of bad things. But did God punish them right away?

(Let them answer: “No.”)

Right! God waited over 100 years. That’s a very long time. Why?

(Hold up a visual or simply say with emphasis.)

Because God is patient. He was giving them time to repent, to turn away from their sin and trust Him.

Ask a few gentle, reflective questions:

1. “Why is it good that God is patient?”

(Expected answer: He gives us time to say sorry, to trust Jesus, and to change.)

2. “Have you ever done something wrong this week, but still got to play, eat yummy food, or spend time with family?”

(Let them share. Then connect:)

That’s God being patient with you. He doesn’t give you what you deserve right away—He gives you time.

3. “What should we do with that time?”

(Guide them to say: say sorry to God, ask for forgiveness, trust in Jesus.)

(Bring it together with this summary.)

God is not like us. We get mad quickly when things go wrong. But God is slow to get angry. His patience is not a reason to keep doing bad things—it’s a chance to turn to Him.

(End with a brief prayer if desired.)

Let’s thank God for being patient with us.

Memorizing Verse: 2 Peter 3:9

2 Peter 3:9 NIV
The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.

“Now let’s dolearn ita allvery together!special Ready?Bible verse that tells us what God is like. Listen carefully as I read it.”

(SmileRead slowly and leadclearly, them.)pointing to the words if displayed):

Romans💡 1:18a:Break It Down & Explain

Let’s say it together—repeat after me!

(AddSay thein motions!short phrases and have kids echo):

• “The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise,”

• “as some understand slowness.”

• “Instead he is patient with you,"

• "not wanting anyone to perish”

• “but everyone to come to repentance.”

(Say it again a little faster as a group.)

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Keep

practicing this verse at home — and every time you do the motions, remember how much God loves you and hates sin because He is perfectly good and righteous.”

Craft & Game (10 mins)

Craft (5 min)

(GatherHold kids aroundup a table.large Handprinted outletter their craft materials: worksheet with a big storm cloud“P” and asay small safe house, crayons/markers.)cheerfully):

 

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Look(Hand atout youra pagecopy —of the large ‘P’ on paper to each child, along with crayons, markers, or stickers.)

I want you seeto draw a bigpicture storminside cloudor andaround the ‘P’ that reminds you of today’s story. Maybe Noah’s ark, rain, animals, or even a littlebig safeclock house underneath it.

The storm cloud reminds us of God’s wrath — His anger at sin. It’s fierce, likeshowing a big,long powerful storm!

The house is a refuge — a safe place where we are protected.wait.

(SmileWhile warmly.)kids draw, walk around and chat with them individually, prompting reflection)

Let’s decorate our pages!

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• “How does God show patience with us today?”

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(Give kids about 4-5 minutes to finish their coloring. Compliment their work!)

Game (5 min)

Setup (before class):

• Print and hide 4 visuals or images: Starting Ark, Noah, Loading Ark, Flood.

• Prepare a timeline on the wall or floor with tape or string.

• Have a pitcher of water and shallow basin for the “flood.”

(MoveGather tothe angroup openand spaceexplain):

Let’s play a game called the Ark Race! Just like in our story, time is ticking before the flood comes!”

I’ve hidden 4 pictures around the room. SetWhen aI fewsay hulaGO, hoops or taped circles on the floor — these are the “refuges.” Pick one child to start as the “storm.”)

Now we’re going to play a quick and fun game called Storm and Refuge!

Here’s how it works:

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But listen carefully:

• You can’t stay in a refuge forever! I’ll count 1-2-3, and you have to come back out and run again!
• If you get tagged outside a refuge, you sit down untilAfter the next round.

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“Alright,while are you ready? (Kids shout “Yes!”)

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(Let them play for about 3-4 minutes, rotating the “storm” if time allows. End with a big clap and smiles.)

(Gather them after the game.)

You all did such a great job running to the refuge!

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Response Song

Closing Prayer & Snack Time (10 mins)

Dear God,

Thank You for teaching us today that You are perfectly good and right.

Thank You for showing us that You are angry at sin, but that You also love us so much.

Thank You for sending Jesus to be our safe place, our Refuge.

Help us to love You more than anything else.

Help us to run to Jesus and trust in Him every day.

Now, let us thank You for the snack we’re about to enjoy.
We fold our hands.
We bow our heads.
We thank You, God,
for this daily bread.
Amen.

Free Time & Children Pickup (15 mins)