Children's Church Lesson: The Apostle Paul

Story

Say: Today we are going to talk about the apostle Paul.  Paul wrote letters to other disciples of Jesus telling them more about Jesus.  We can learn a lot from what Paul has to say. 

Read A story about Paul and his writings from any children's bible.

Lesson 1

Say: Who was Paul? (apostle/disciple of Jesus) What did Paul do? (Travel, Start Churches, write a letter to share God’s love)  What three things did Paul tell the Christians in Rome? (Jesus was a human and God, Jesus came to show people how much God loves them, Jesus changes your life).  What did Paul compare the Church to? (A body)  Why did he do that? (to show us that even though we are all different we all have a job to do as part of the church

Lesson 2

See if an older child wants to read 1 Corinthians 9:24-26.  If no one does than a leader can read. 

Say: What does Paul compare follow Jesus to? (A race, sports) What are some sports that you play (validate all answers).  Why do you think Paul compares following Jesus to running a race? (Validate all answers).  That’s right!  In a race we need to be focused and prepared, I think Paul is saying we need to be that way about following Jesus too.

Memory Verse

 I run with a purpose in every step. – 1 Corinthians 9:26

Prayer

Take a minute to see if the children have any prayer requests or prayer joys.  Say a short prayer thanking God for giving us Paul’s writings so we can learn how to follow Jesus.

Music

Pick a song from any music DVD (from VBS or Sunday School curriculum).  Consider using the same song for several weeks in a row and then having your group sing it during church (to showcase your ministry).