Theme: Thankfulness
Text: 1 Chronicles 16:8, 12
Preparation: Put a number of items inside a
cornucopia or basket that'll help kids remember things they're
thankful for. You might have an apple, a toy car, a stuffed animal,
a ring, a key, or a school paper.
The Message:
(Read the Scripture.
God told the people of Israel to remember his works. That's a
great thing for us to do every day and especially at Thanksgiving.
(Show the cornucopia.) This is a traditional basket. Just by
looking at it, I'm reminded of Thanksgiving. Inside are some items
that might remind you of some things to thank God for. For example,
when I pull out this apple, you might think of all the good food
God has provided for you. Or you might thank God for good health.
When I show you something from the cornucopia, get ready to tell
how it reminds you of some way that God has blessed you. After each
item we'll all say "Thank you, God."
(Allow several responses.) Are you surprised at some of the
things you remembered? Why do you think it's important to remember
what God has done?
