God’s Family Shares Together

Hebrews 10:23-25; Acts 2:42-47

Our true story comes from a part of the Bible called Acts, which is short for “the Acts of the Apostles.” An apostle is someone who is sent to teach others about Jesus. Our true story also comes from a part of the Bible called the Gospel of John. John was one of the friends and helpers of Jesus. And the word “Gospel” means “good news!” And our true story also comes from a part of the Bible called the Letter to the Hebrews. A letter is one of the ways people use to share important news.

After Jesus went to Heaven, His friends wanted to keep learning about Him. 


So they came together every day! They listened to the stories the disciples told. They prayed and sang songs. They ate meals together and thanked God.


If someone didn’t have food, the others shared.


If someone didn’t have money, the others helped. Everyone gave what they could so no one was left out. That’s what God’s family does!


Sometimes they ate together in their homes. Sometimes they went to the temple to worship. But no matter where they were, they were happy because they loved Jesus and loved each other.


When people in the city saw how kind and loving they were, more and more people wanted to join them and learn about Jesus too!


God’s family shares, prays, and helps each other. When we love Jesus, we love one another. Church isn’t just a place—it’s people who love God and love others!


Dear God,

Thank You for our church family. Thank You for friends who pray with us, sing with us, and help us when we need it. Help us to be kind and share, just like the people in the Bible did. We want to show Your love every day. We love You, God.

In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.


Bible Verse: “Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe in Me as well.” — John 14:1, BSB

Paraphrase: “Don’t be afraid. Trust God, and trust Jesus too.”



Activities

These activities help preschoolers engage with the story through movement, crafts, music, and storytelling, making the lesson fun and memorable.


1. Share and Care Circle

Objective: Practice sharing and caring, just like the early believers.

Materials: A small basket of simple items (toys, crayons, pretend food).

Activity:

Children sit in a circle and take turns sharing items from the basket with each other. Encourage polite asking and thanking. After sharing, talk about how the early church shared what they had.

Say: “God’s people shared with one another. We can share, too!”


2. Pretend Church Time

Objective: Act out early church activities.

Materials: Bible picture book, pretend food or snack, prayer cloth or mat.

Activity:

Invite children to “gather” like the early church. Read a Bible story, pray together, share a pretend meal, and sing a short song. Let the children help lead different parts.

Say: “The first Christians worshiped, prayed, and shared meals. We can do those things too!”


3. Helping Hands Poster

Objective: Reinforce the idea of helping others.

Materials: Paper, crayons, washable ink or paint for handprints.

Activity:

Trace or stamp each child’s hand on a large sheet of paper. Let them decorate their “helping hands” and write or draw ways they can help at home or church.

Say: “God’s people help each other. We can use our hands to help!”


4. Sing Together Song (Music Activity)

Objective: Celebrate the joy of worshiping together.

Materials: Rhythm instruments or clapping hands.

Activity:

Sing to the tune of “If You’re Happy and You Know It”:

    “We can worship God together—yes, we can!
    We can pray and sing and share—yes, we can!
    We can help our friends today,
    Show God’s love in every way,
    We can worship God together—yes, we can!”

Say: “The first believers loved being together. God loves when we worship together too!”

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