10 October 2021
Bible readings for today |
CollectGod of the possible,
and the impossible, when we come to you with questions and struggle with your answers, grant us faith in believing as we await the treasure from heaven, which is your faithful promise. Through Jesus Christ our Liberator, who is alive and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen |
The Rich and the Kingdom of God (Mark 10:17-31)
Leaders TipOne of the challenges this week is to help our children understand that having a lot is not a problem, but making all of our stuff the most important thing in our lives is. Be prepared to answer some potentially tricky questions from children this week. We all have special treasures in our lives; things, pets and people. Allow children to talk about the things in their lives that are special. And point them back to making room 1st for God. This week isn’t about feeling guilty for what we have, it’s about opening our lives so that God has the most important spot in our hearts and lives.
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Camel JokesWhat do you call a camel with no humps?
Hump-free/Humphrey! What do you call a crying Camel? A humpback wail! |
The BasketWhat you need
What you do
Game: Through the eye of a needleWhat you need
What you do
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Rich Young Ruler DramaWhat you need
This can be an impromptu skit. Choose people to be each of the characters. Make sure all of those taking speaking parts can read well. You can have lots of disciples (who don’t need to read) so younger children can also take part. Characters
Script Narrator: One day a rich young ruler came running up to Jesus and got on his knees. Rich Young Ruler: Teacher, what good thing do I have to do so that I can go to heaven and have eternal life? Jesus: Why are you asking Me about what is good? There is only One who is good; but if you wish to enter into life, keep the commandments. Rich Young Ruler: Which ones? Jesus: You shouldn’t commit murder; You shouldn’t commit adultery; You shouldn’t steal; You shouldn’t lie; Honour your father and mother; and You should love your neighbor as yourself. Narrator: The rich young ruler was pleased. He’d done all those things. Rich Young Ruler: I have done all these things. Is there anything else I need to do? Narrator: Jesus looked straight at the young man with love and compassion. Jesus: There is still one more things you need to do. Go and sell everything you have and give the money to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; and come, follow Me. Narrator: But when the young man heard this statement, he went away very sad because he had a lot of things that he wanted to keep. Jesus: Truly I say to you, it is hard for a rich man to enter the kingdom of heaven. Again I say to you, it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle, than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God. Disciples: (very astonished) Then who can be saved? Jesus: With people this is impossible, but with God all things are possible Messy Church Ideas |
Follow Jesus - the story of the Rich young ruler | LifeKids
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The rich young ruler - Kids on the Move
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The Rich Young ruler - Kidswise (with watermark on it)
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The Parable of the Wealthy Man - Saddleback Kids. This video is based on Luke 12: 13-21, but also covers how the love of money can separate us from God.
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