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Lesson: Jesus calls us to follow Him 1. Story: Tell the story of Jesus calling the fishermen to be His disciples from Luke 5:1-11. One day, Jesus went to the Sea of Galilee. People crowded around Him and listened to the word of God. There were two fishing boats at the shore, one belonging to a fisherman named Simon. Jesus got into Simon’s boat and asked him to put the boat a bit further from the shore. Then Jesus sat down and taught the people from the boat. After he taught the people, he told Simon, “Go to the deep water and put down the nets for a catch.” Simon wasn’t so sure. After all, he was the fisherman. “Master, we’ve worked hard all night and haven’t caught anything.” Simon was tired from being out all night. He didn’t want to try to catch fish again. Yet, somehow, this strange man Jesus seemed to know something he didn’t. So Peter said, “But because you say so, I will let down the nets.” So Peter and his friends cast the net into the water. And guess what happened?! Suddenly the whole net was full of fishes! There were so many, that the nets began to break! So they called their partners, James and John, to help them! And both boats were soooo full that they began to sink! Suddenly Simon fell at Jesus’ knees and said, “Go away from me, Lord; I am a sinful man!” Jesus told Simon, “Don’t be afraid; from now on, you will fish for people.” So Simon, James and John pulled their boats up on the shore, left everything and followed Jesus. Act it out: Props: Long table, 2 badminton nets, many cutout card fishes (can be reused for craft) Set up a long table on its sides on the stage to resemble the side of the boat. Pin the cutout card fishes to one of the nets; fill up the net if possible. Hide this net between the table and the wall. (You may want to stick one edge of the net to the back of the table for easy access). Place the other empty net on the stage, visible to the kids. Teacher sits on chair on the stage, as if in a boat, while telling the story. When it comes to putting down the nets, take the empty net and cast it behind the table. Then do a “switch” and pull up the “full” net, slowly, as if it’s very heavy. Call 2 boys to come on stage to help you pull the nets too. When the “full” net is on the stage, let the boys sit down and continue with the rest of the story and lesson. 2. Lesson: Good news for today! When we do things on our own effort, sometimes we get little or no results. Like the fishermen who worked long and hard, through the night. But when Jesus tells you where to go and what to do, the result is more than you can ask for or imagine. Like Simon, we have to realise that no matter how good or clever we are, we cannot be good enough to meet God’s standards. But the good news is, Jesus is good enough! And when we trust in Him, He makes us good enough too. Isn’t that good news? Don’t you want to tell other people how good Jesus is? Once you know how good Jesus is to you, you will be like the fishermen — you will leave everything (your own efforts, your achievements, your strengths) because Jesus is better than whatever we have. And we will want to share His love and grace to all your friends too! 3. Activity Ideas: a. Song: I will make you fishers of man b. Activity Sheet: Fish Maze c. Fishing Memory Verse Prepare 3 sets of 9 fish cutouts (total 27); write on each one:| From | now | on | you | will | fish | for | people | Luke 5:10b | Divide kids into 3 groups. Pass each group a set of jumbled up fish cutouts and let them arrange them to form the verse. d. Craft: Fish Card Each kid gets a cutout card fish (can use the same ones used in the story telling). Have them write the memory verse on one side of the fish. On the other side, let them write the name of a friend that they’d like to share the good news of Jesus with. Lead them to pray for the friends who do not yet know Jesus’ love and goodness. ***** Youth Bible Study Leader's Guide Jesus calls us to follow Him Read Luke 5:1-8 Jesus' Life: Jesus calls us to follow Him Read Luke 5:1-8 1. Where was Jesus in this story? By the Lake of Gennesaret (or the Sea of Galilee) 2. Where did Jesus preach from? Simon’s fishing boat. 3. What did Jesus tell Simon to do after he finished speaking? To put out into deep water and let down the nets for a catch. 4. How did Simon Peter respond? How do you think he felt? “Master, we’ve worked hard all night and haven’t caught anything. But because you say so, I will let down the nets.” Simon was tired from being out all night. He didn’t want to try to catch fish again. After all, he was the fisherman, the “expert”. Yet, somehow, this strange man Jesus seemed to know something he didn’t, so he obeyed. 5. What happened next? They caught a large number of fish until their nets began to break. Then they signalled their partners in the other boat to come and help them, and both boats were so full until they began to sink. 6. What was Simon’s response to this miracle? He fell at Jesus’ knees and said, “Go away from me, Lord; I am a sinful man!” 7. What did Jesus say? And how did the fishermen respond? “Don’t be afraid; from now on, you will fish for people.” Then Simon, James and John pulled their boats up on the shore, left everything and followed Jesus. · Lesson: o When we do things on our own effort, sometimes we get little or no results. Like the fishermen who worked long and hard, through the night. But when Jesus tells you where to go and what to do, the result is more than you can ask for or imagine. o Like Simon, we have to realise that no matter how good or clever we are, we cannot be good enough to meet God’s standards. o But the good news is, Jesus is good enough! And when we trust in Him, He makes us good enough too. Isn’t that good news? Don’t you want to tell other people how good Jesus is? o Once you know how good Jesus is to you, you will be like the fishermen — you will leave everything (your own efforts, your achievements, your strengths) because Jesus is better than whatever we have. And we will want to share His love and grace to all your friends too! 8. Who is one person whom you would like to tell about Jesus? _________________________________________________________________
Twelve Disciples Mighty Message Lesson Kit. Provides a Turn-Key Bible Lesson Packed into 60 Minutes of Fun. Includes Craft, Games, Lesson Plan, Sermon, Worksheets, Coloring Sheets, and More! Grades K-6.
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The 12 Disciples (updated version) Click to see larger. There are reasons for most of their appearances - some very tenuous, but it helps to get variety. I'll post proper character sheets for each of them some time - this is just a sneak preview. I've never actually designed all the disciples before. In my regular work, I have a set of clothes/hairstyle/facial features I always use for Peter, John & Matthew, and the others are just drawn out of my head (if you counted all the different ones I've drawn, they would be more than 12!). But none of them have any character. But for these pictures, I researched what was written about them, and made them into real people. You may use these pictures for personal use (e.g. a Sunday School class). Please do not publish them in any form, sell them, post them elsewhere on the internet, add them to an image library or do anything else with them. Thanks! If you would like individual figures, you can download for free here. Edit: I have now done a Jesus figure too. Edit II: These pictures are part of a PowerPoint: You can now buy it by clicking here.
Peter, Andrew, James and John were by the seashore. They stayed up the entire night hoping to catch some fish to sell at the fish market. But all night, even though it was the best time to catch fish, they didn’t catch a single one. Jesus met them by the seaside the day after. He ... Read more
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Jesus chooses and sends his 12 disciples preschool Bible lesson. Free printable for home or church. Includes worksheets, games, coloring pages, craft and more.
Sometimes I design things which might be useful to other people. So here they are. I'll add more things from time to time. Click pictures to enlarge. Feel free print off anything on this page for your own personal use. This includes to use at home, in a classroom, at a charity event etc... Feel free to pin on Pinterest. Please don't sell them, or publish them in any form, without permission. © Kirsty McAllister. All rights reserved. Fun arty stuff Face Painting Designs Costume Designs A costume suitable for a 1st century man. Ideal for Nativity plays etc. Sorry - tunic only at present. Will add cloak drapery when I have time. Basically, the cloak is a rectangle of cloth wrapped round. Puzzle sheets & colouring pictures 'Jesus gives new life' caterpillar & butterfly bookmarks. Print on thin card & cut out. Back to school colouring picture. Crucifixion & Resurrection spot the difference. How to...
At full quality resolution, this painting can be printed at up to 20x35 inches. At good resolution, it can go up to 40x70 inches. If you're looking for the printed art that we ship to you, that's available in our shop at https://www.etsy.com/listing/1756400988/12x18-inch-christian-art-print-reaching "And straightway Jesus constrained his disciples to get into a ship, and to go before him unto the other side, while he sent the multitudes away. And when he had sent the multitudes away, he went up into a mountain apart to pray: and when the evening was come, he was there alone. But the ship was now in the midst of the sea, tossed with waves: for the wind was contrary. And in the fourth watch of the night Jesus went unto them, walking on the sea." "And when the disciples saw him walking on the sea, they were troubled, saying, It is a spirit; and they cried out for fear. But straightway Jesus spake unto them, saying, Be of good cheer; it is I; be not afraid. And Peter answered him and said, Lord, if it be thou, bid me come unto thee on the water. And he said, Come. And when Peter was come down out of the ship, he walked on the water, to go to Jesus. But when he saw the wind boisterous, he was afraid; and beginning to sink, he cried, saying, Lord, save me. And immediately Jesus stretched forth his hand, and caught him, and said unto him, O thou of little faith, wherefore didst thou doubt? "And when they were come into the ship, the wind ceased. Then they that were in the ship came and worshipped him, saying, Of a truth thou art the Son of God." (Matt. 14:22-33) Though it takes a LOT of prompts to get just the right image, we've found AI image prompt engineering to be a great tool for birthing some of the most sacred religious art we've found. Our hope is to shape these powerful tools to spread SACRED beauty, and the joyful, loving message of Jesus Christ. This AI artwork was lovingly selected to convey the powerful message that we can do anything when the Lord asks it of us.
"Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit." -Matthew 28:19 Size: Model is 5'4" and wearing a size Small. Fit: Oversized, Unisex Fit. Color: BlackComposition: 100% CottonFeatures: Super Soft, Pre-Shrunk
What does it mean to be a disciple and who were Jesus' first disciples? Use a fishing rod and net to teach children about the first disciples and how disciples today can work together to fish for men.
These SUPER amazing facts about the 12 Apostles and Their Characteristics will totally inspire you in your faith and journey! Click to read!
people's money. They were looked down upon and had very few friends. However, Jesus knew that this tax collector, named Matthew*, was a good man, a man that knew Scripture and that would love Him. So, Jesus called Matthew and told him to follow Him and be one of His disciples. Matthew immediately got up and followed Jesus. Jesus does not care if others don't like us or what kind of work we do or what kind of sins we have done. He loves us and wants us all to follow Him.
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John may refer to: John, a former fisherman in Capernaum and one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus John, the renowned baptizer in the Jordan River and the cousin of Jesus
Based on Luke 5:1-11 If there’s ever a time you want to truly show someone who you are – it’s through a gift. A generous gift speaks of generosity and love, and that’s what Jesus did for His disciples. Jesus was calling His disciples to follow Him. He wanted to show them that He was ... Read more
Zacchaeus is a real-life example of the power that Jesus has to change our hearts. The goal in this lesson is for the children to feel the darkness and ugliness of sin, and then experience the joy and miracle of forgiveness when Zacchaeus meets Jesus! Bible Truth: Jesus has the power to forgives my sin. Bible Story: Jesus changes Zacchaeus' heart. Bible Study: Luke 19:1-10; I Corinthians 5:7 teach cha-ching! To tell the story of Zacchaeus "hands-on" style gather up these items: children's picture Bible, or flannel graph scenery and characters a small bag or coin pouch loose change a cut-out of a black heart and a white heart Peak your class's interest in your lesson by shaking the bag, and letting them guess what is inside. They will probably easily guess that you have money in your bag! Pass out a coin for each child to hold throughout the lesson. (Remind them that they should never put coins in their mouths!) Read the story of Zacchaeus from a children's picture Bible, or tell it in your own words with visuals, such as flannel graph. Introduce Zacchaeus as a short man, who was a tax collector. His job was to collect money that people had to pay to the king. But Zacchaeus took more money from people than he was supposed to. If someone was supposed to pay one coin to the king, Zaccahaeus made them pay two coins, and he would keep one of the coins for himself. That is called stealing. Zacchaeus was rich and had lots of money, but nobody wanted to be his friend because he stole money from them. He had a dark sinful heart. Hold up the dark heart as you describe Zacchaeus' dark and sinful heart. Go on to tell the rest of the story of Zacchaeus meeting Jesus, as you show pictures from the children's Bible or manipulate flannel graph characters. At the conclusion of the story, talk about how amazing it is that Jesus changed Zacchaeus' heart! He used to be a man that stole people's money, but now he gives his money away to people! Jesus did a miracle! Only Jesus has the power to take a dirty, sinful heart and give us a new clean heart! Zacchaeus repented, he turned away from his sin, and followed Jesus! Hold up the white heart as you describe how Jesus changed Zacchaeus' heart. Lead the class in a prayer, asking Jesus to forgive their sin, and change their hearts so they can follow Jesus like Zacchaeus. After you pray, collect the coins from the children. Tell them that they are giving the money back just like Zacchaeus did after he repented. sing Zacchaeus (was a wee little man) is a Sunday School classic, and the perfect song to reinforce the story they just heard. Be sure to do some actions with the song! The Repent Song is the same song we learned along with the story of John the Baptist, so it's great review and repetition. Follow the link for the lyrics and actions. The Bath Song is a great song about how Jesus washes away our sin with "super soap." The "call back" format makes it really easy to sing along! craft color & paste Here is a coloring sheet from Sermons 4 Kids of Jesus talking to Zacchaeus in the tree. Cut pieces of green paper, or green tissue paper into leaves for the children to glue onto the tree. zacchaeus meets Jesus A good craft is one that helps children retell the story that they learned. This craft does exactly that! You will need: this print out in (black & white) or (color) card stock scissors hole punch yarn green tissue paper glue clear tape crayons (optional) To prepare, print the print out page onto card stock. Cut on the dotted line, and cut out Zacchaeus. Punch a hole at the top and bottom of the tree. Cut out approximately 1" x 1" squares of green tissue paper. Cut yarn into 16" lengths. In class, provide glue for the children to attach the squares of tissue paper to the tree as leaves. Lace the yarn throught the holes and tie it behind the tree. If using the black and white version, provide crayons for the children to color Jesus and Zacchaeus. Tip: Tie the yarn near the top of the page, and attach Zacchaeus to the bottom of the page. It is easier for the kids, if you let them glue on the leaves before you add the yarn. Use clear tape to attach Zacchaeus to the yarn. Tip: Set the clear tape under the yarn, sticky side up, and then press Zacchaeus onto the tape. Move Zacchaeus up and down the tree to retell the story! up and down the tree For this craft you will need: this tree pattern this Zacchaeus pattern green construction paper jumbo craft sticks yarn scissors hole punch crayons glue tape To prepare, cut out the top, leaf portion of the tree pattern, and use it to trace onto green construction paper. Cut out tree and Zacchaeus figures. Punch a hole near the top of the trees. Cut yarn into approximately 7" lengths. In class, provide crayons for the children to color Zacchaeus, and the jumbo craft stick. Help them attach the tree to the craft stick with glue. Tape Zacchaeus to the yarn, thread the yarn through the hole in the tree, and tie the yarn off in the back to move Zacchaeus up and down the tree. Find more ideas and for teaching your child at home about Zacchaeus and his encounter with Jesus, here!
Just like in the Bible, the twelve apostles were common men in their day, but all save one, were rugged and courageous individuals.
