Memory Verse
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.” (Galatians 5:22–23, ESV)
This Week’s Attribute: Peace
Bible verse: "Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." Philippians 4:6-7
Definition: Peace is being free from worry and fear and getting along with people around you. Freedom from worry and fear and getting along with others.
Bio: Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego showed peace when they refused to bow down to Nebuchadnezzar's idol. Even though they knew they were going to be thrown into the furnace, they were filled with the peace of God and the knowledge that He would protect them. (Daniel 3:8-30)
Jesus: Jesus is the Prince of Peace, as we read in Isaiah 9:6-7. Jesus is the King of Heaven and can be the King of our hearts. When we let him be the King of our lives, he will fill us with peace. Application: Talk with the children about different ways to work on being joyful. (Like reading Psalms.)
Application: Kids think of practical ways they can be at peace.
