MAIN IDEA

Jesus wants me to love others. I show love when I am kind, helpful, and gentle.

BRING

• Lesson pictures of children playing kindly

• Picture of the good Samaritan

• Words to “Jesus Said Love Everyone”

SAY IT SIMPLY

“Jesus said love everyone.”

“I can be kind.”

“I can love others.”

LESSON FLOW

1. Pictures  Show the children playing kindly. Say: “When we are kind to others, we are showing love.”

2. Song  Sing “Jesus Said Love Everyone.” Actions: arms wide / hand over heart / hug self.

3. Scripture story  Show the good Samaritan. Tell: “A hurt man was on the ground. Two men walked by. Another man stopped and helped. He showed love.”

4. Pretend walk  Go on a pretend walk and help a fallen friend, give a drink to someone thirsty, and hug Mommy or Daddy.

5. Love in action  Ask: “What can we do to show love?” Let the children smile, wave, help, and say, “I love you.”

6. Repeat & close  Have the children say, “I can love others.” Tell them Jesus is happy when we show love.