God Keeps His Promises

Luke 1:57-80


A little while after Elizabeth learned she was going to have a baby, the happy day finally came. Elizabeth and Zechariah welcomed a baby boy, just as God had promised. Everyone around them was joyful. Their family and friends were happy because they could see that God had been very kind to Elizabeth.

When it was time to name the baby, people thought he should have a family name. But Elizabeth said, “His name is John.” At first, everyone was surprised. Then Zechariah wrote down the name too—John. This was the name God had given the baby.

As soon as Zechariah wrote the name, something wonderful happened. Zechariah could speak again! The first thing he did was praise God. He thanked God for keeping His promises and for helping His people.

Zechariah talked about how God was getting ready to send Jesus. He said that John would grow up to help people get ready for Jesus by teaching them about God.

John grew bigger and stronger each day. God was with him, and God had a special plan for his life.
God kept His promise to Zechariah and Elizabeth. God filled their hearts with joy. And God was getting ready to do something wonderful for the whole world.

God keeps His promises. God gave Zechariah and Elizabeth a baby just like He said He would, and God always does what He promises.


Dear God,

Thank You for loving us and taking care of us. Thank You for keeping Your promises, just like You did for Zechariah and Elizabeth. Thank You for baby John and for the happy joy he brought. Help us trust You and remember that You always do what You say. We love You, God.

In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.






Bible Verse: “For nothing will be impossible with God.” — Luke 1:37, BSB

Paraphrase: “Nothing is too hard for God.”



Activities

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


1. Baby John Celebration

Objective: To help children celebrate God keeping His promise by giving Zechariah and Elizabeth a baby.

Materials: A doll or stuffed toy, a small blanket or cloth.

Activity: Wrap the doll or stuffed toy in the blanket and invite children to take turns gently holding it. Explain that Elizabeth and Zechariah were very happy when baby John was born. Talk about how families celebrate when a baby arrives and how God made this happy day happen.

Talk About It: “God kept His promise and gave them a baby. God keeps His promises to us too.”


2. What’s His Name?

Objective: To help children remember that God told Zechariah and Elizabeth to name the baby John.

Materials: Paper, crayons or markers.

Activity: Write the name JOHN in large letters on a piece of paper. Let children trace over the letters or decorate the page with simple drawings. As they work, remind them that God chose the baby’s name and that Zechariah and Elizabeth trusted God.

Talk About It: “God told them the baby’s name, and they listened to God.”


3. “Thank You, God!” Song (Musical Activity)

Objective: To help children express praise and thankfulness to God through song.

Materials: None (optional: gentle clapping)

Activity: Teach children the following song using the familiar melody Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star (Public Domain). Encourage gentle clapping or smiling while singing. Sing the song more than once so children can learn the words.

Song: “Thank You, God!” (to the tune of “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star”)

        Thank You, God, for promises,
        You keep each one because You care.
        Thank You, God, for baby John,
        You showed Your love all along.
        Thank You, God, we praise Your name,
        You love us all, You’re still the same.

Talk About It: “Zechariah thanked God with happy words. How can we thank God?”


4. Growing Strong

Objective: To help children understand that God helps us grow, just like He helped John grow.

Materials: Open space, Optional: a simple growth chart drawn on paper.

Activity: Invite children to crouch down small and then slowly stand up tall. Explain that John grew bigger and stronger and that God was with him. Repeat the motion a few times, talking about how God helps us grow every day.

Talk About It: “God helps us grow, and God has a plan for us.”
 
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