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Introduction
In the Bible, Jesus told many parables to teach people important lessons. One of the most well-known parables is the story of the lost sheep. This parable teaches us about the love and care that God has for each one of us, no matter how lost or forgotten we may feel. In this article, we will explore how you can create a fun and meaningful craft activity based on this parable.
The Story of the Lost Sheep
The parable of the lost sheep is found in the book of Luke, chapter 15, verses 3-7. It tells the story of a shepherd who had 100 sheep, but one of them became lost. The shepherd left the 99 sheep in the field and went to search for the lost sheep until he found it. When he found it, he rejoiced and brought it back to the flock.
Materials Needed
To create a craft based on this parable, you will need some basic materials such as:
- White cotton balls
- Construction paper
- Scissors
- Glue
- Markers or crayons
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to make your own lost sheep craft:
- Take a piece of construction paper and fold it in half to create a card.
- Cut out the shape of a sheep from another piece of construction paper.
- Glue the sheep onto the front of the card.
- Take some white cotton balls and glue them onto the sheep to represent its wool.
- Using a marker or crayon, draw a face and legs onto the sheep.
- Inside the card, write the Bible verse from Luke 15:4, “Suppose one of you has a hundred sheep and loses one of them. Doesn’t he leave the ninety-nine in the open country and go after the lost sheep until he finds it?”
- Encourage children to think about how God loves them and cares for them, just like the shepherd in the story.
- Discuss how we can be like the shepherd by caring for others and helping those who are lost or in need.
- Encourage children to share their lost sheep craft with someone who may need to hear the message of this parable.
Variations
If you want to make this craft more challenging, you can add some additional elements such as:
- Using different colors of construction paper to create a more detailed sheep.
- Adding other animals or characters to the scene.
- Creating a diorama or 3D scene with the sheep and other elements.
Conclusion
The parable of the lost sheep is a powerful reminder of the love and care that God has for each one of us. By creating a lost sheep craft, children can learn this lesson in a fun and interactive way. This craft can also be a great way to start a discussion about how we can care for others and show God’s love to those around us.