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Say It Loud: Jesus Is Lord!

Possible Viewpont: Baptist Christian

Title: Say It Loud: Jesus Is Lord!

Age group: Young children (3–7 years)
Time: 20–30 minutes
Theme: Salvation — Romans 10:9a

Goal: Help children learn that saying “Jesus is Lord” and believing in their hearts is how we tell God we trust Jesus. Encourage simple confession and faith with loving support from adults.

Memory verse (Romans 10:9a, NIV): “If you declare with your mouth, ‘Jesus is Lord,’”
Teach the short phrase “Jesus is Lord” as the key part for this lesson.

Materials:
– A toy megaphone or paper megaphone (made from construction paper) or a large speech-bubble cutout
– Simple picture of Jesus (resurrection picture) or children’s Bible with the resurrection story
– Heart cutouts
– Crayons, markers, glue, tape
– Optional: small stickers or stamps for praise time

Opening (3–5 minutes)
– Welcome the children with a smile and clap a simple rhythm. Say: “Today we are going to Say It Loud: Jesus Is Lord!”
– Sing a short, simple song to get attention (example tune: to the melody of “If You’re Happy and You Know It”):
“If you love Jesus and you know it, shout ‘Jesus!’ (shout),”
Repeat with “Say ‘Jesus is Lord!’” with motions.

Tell the Bible story simply (5 minutes)
– Show the picture or open the children’s Bible and say:
“A long time ago, Jesus came to Earth. He taught people about God and He loved people. Some people didn’t like Jesus and He died on a cross to take the punishment for our wrong things. But that was not the end — God raised Jesus from the dead! Jesus is alive! Because Jesus rose, we can be friends with God forever.”
– Keep sentences short and clear. Emphasize: “Jesus is alive. Jesus is Lord.”

Object lesson: Whisper vs. Shout (5 minutes)
– Hold the megaphone (or speech bubble). Explain: “Our verse says to declare with our mouth. That means telling others with your voice. First, we’ll whisper ‘Jesus is Lord’ and then we’ll say it loud so everyone can hear how wonderful Jesus is.”
– Whisper together, then say it loud together. Encourage cheerful, confident voices.

Teach the memory verse with motions (3–5 minutes)
– Say the verse slowly and add simple motions:
– “If you declare” — point to your mouth
– “with your mouth,” — cup hand around mouth
– “‘Jesus is Lord,’” — raise hands up like a cheer
– Repeat several times, letting children try the motions and shout the phrase together.

Activity: Make a “Say It Loud” megaphone or speech bubble (8–10 minutes)
– Give each child a paper cone megaphone or a speech bubble cutout.
– Let them color and decorate it. On the speech bubble, help them write or paste the words “Jesus is Lord” (or a sticker that says “Jesus”).
– When finished, practice saying the memory verse into the megaphone or holding the speech bubble and saying, “Jesus is Lord!”

Simple gospel message and invitation (gentle, kid-friendly)
– Say: “God made us to be with Him, but we all choose wrong things called sin. Sin keeps us from being close to God. Jesus loves us so much that He died and came back to life to take away our sin and be our rescue. When we tell God we believe and say with our mouth, ‘Jesus is Lord,’ and trust Jesus in our heart, God becomes our friend and saves us.”
– Keep language loving and simple. Do not pressure. Make clear anyone who wants to talk more is welcome.

Prayer idea — invitation for children who want to tell God they believe
– Lead a simple, repeat-after-me prayer. Give children time to listen and respond if they want. Example:
“Dear God, I am sorry for the wrong things I have done. Thank You for sending Jesus. I believe Jesus died and rose again. I want Jesus to be my Lord and my friend. Thank You for loving me. Amen.”
– Encourage children to use their own words if they prefer. After the prayer, say: “If you prayed and asked Jesus into your heart, tell your teacher or your parent — we want to celebrate and help you!”

Follow-up and next steps
– Tell parents what happened and offer resources: a simple booklet about salvation, a suggestion to read a children’s Bible about Jesus and the resurrection, and an invitation to talk with the pastor or teacher about baptism when the child is ready.
– If a child indicates they prayed to receive Jesus, have a private, warm conversation with them and their parent. Celebrate with a sticker or small card: “I Said It Loud: Jesus is Lord!”

Review questions (ask gently)
– Who is Lord? (Jesus)
– What do we say with our mouth? (“Jesus is Lord”)
– What do we do in our heart? (Believe that Jesus is alive and loves us)

Closing (2–3 minutes)
– Sing the memory song or repeat the memory verse with motions one more time.
– Close with a short prayer: “Thank You, God, for Jesus. Help us to tell others that Jesus is Lord. Amen.”

Notes for teachers
– Keep everything age-appropriate: short sentences, lots of repetition, clear visuals.
– Be sensitive: do not pressure children to pray aloud. Invitation should be warm and voluntary.
– Encourage parents to continue the conversation at home and to read Bible stories about Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection.
– In Baptist practice, salvation leads to baptism and church involvement; invite parents to speak to the pastor if a child trusts Jesus and the family wants to learn about baptism.

Song idea to use any time: Repeat the short chant “Say it loud, say it proud, Jesus is Lord!” with claps or simple percussion to build excitement.

Worship Music for Lesson

1. Jesus Is Lord (simple children’s chorus) — a short, repeatable chorus that directly teaches and proclaims “Jesus is Lord,” easy for young children to learn and sing loudly together.
2. Jesus Loves Me — classic Sunday-school song with a simple melody that reassures children of Jesus’ love and presence.
3. This Little Light of Mine — interactive, upbeat song that encourages kids to proclaim Jesus and let their faith show.
4. He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands — simple call-and-response tune that emphasizes God’s (and by extension Jesus’) Lordship and care, great for young children.

Questions for Lesson

1. What words does Romans 10:9a tell us to say out loud from the “Say It Loud: Jesus Is Lord!” lesson?
2. Why does the lesson say saying “Jesus is Lord” is important for salvation?
3. How does Salvation Romans 10:9a affect your life or make you feel when you say it or pray?
4. Can you remember a time in class or at home when you told someone that Jesus is Lord? What did you say and what happened?
5. What does it mean to believe in your heart (the other part of Romans 10:9), and why does believing matter?
6. If a friend asked you how to become a Christian using Romans 10:9, what would you tell them to do and say?

Scriptures

Philippians 2:5-11
Romans 10:9
Acts 2:36
1 Corinthians 12:3
John 20:28
Matthew 10:32-33
Revelation 19:16
Matthew 28:18
Colossians 2:6
Romans 14:9
Acts 4:12
Luke 2:11
1 Corinthians 8:6
Acts 16:31
Romans 10:13
Psalm 110:1
Isaiah 9:6

Object Lesson

Title: Say It Loud: Jesus Is Lord!
Target age: young children (approx. 3–7 years)
Main idea: We can tell others by our words that Jesus is Lord and trust him in our hearts.

Needed props
– Toy microphone or small (cleanable) play megaphone — for “saying it loud”
– Large, colorful sign or poster that reads JESUS IS LORD (big letters children can read at a glance)
– Simple crown or small cloak — to illustrate “Lord” (someone in charge who cares)
– Big paper or foam heart (bright color) — to show “believe in your heart”
– Small box or basket labeled “My Words” (optional: stickers inside to give as rewards)
– A soft puppet or stuffed animal (optional) to demonstrate for shy children
– A small bell or hand drum (optional) to celebrate when kids say the phrase
– Antibacterial wipes for cleaning the mic between users and name stickers for lining kids up

Setup
– Place the JESUS IS LORD sign where every child can see it.
– Put the crown, heart, microphone, and “My Words” box on a low table in front so children can reach them or see them clearly.
– If you will let children come up one at a time, mark a small spot with a sticker on the floor so they know where to stand.

How to present (script and actions)
1) Attention-getter (30–60 seconds)
– Hold the microphone but keep it turned off or quiet. Whisper: “Can you hear me?” Encourage a quick whisper-back from the kids.
– Then speak louder into the mic: “I am going to say something loud now!” Press the mic so the room hears you say clearly and joyfully: “Jesus is Lord!”
– Show the JESUS IS LORD sign and say: “That’s what we’re learning today — to say it loud!”

2) Explain simply (30–60 seconds)
– Put on the crown briefly and say: “A ‘Lord’ is someone who leads and cares for us, like a boss who loves you. Jesus is our loving Lord.”
– Hold the heart and say: “Believing in your heart means you trust Jesus inside you. We use our mouths to tell others.”

3) Demonstration (1–2 minutes)
– Use the puppet/stuffed animal: Make the puppet whisper at first to show how no one hears it, then let the puppet use the mic to shout clearly: “Jesus is Lord!”
– Show the heart and say: “When we say it with our mouths, and believe it in our hearts, that’s what Romans 10:9 talks about.”

4) Practice with the children — call and response (2–4 minutes)
– Lead a short call-and-response:
– Teacher: “Say it with me: ‘Jesus is…’ ”
– Children echo: “Jesus is…”
– Teacher: “LORD!” (lift crown)
– Children echo: “LORD!”
– Do this 2–3 times, getting louder and more joyful each time. Encourage big smiles and claps.

5) Interactive activity — “Pass the Mic” (3–6 minutes, optional depending on class size)
– Children line up or sit in a circle. Explain rules: “When the mic gets to you, you may say ‘Jesus is Lord’ into the microphone. If you don’t want to, wave the mic back and say ‘I’ll cheer’ and clap instead — it’s okay either way.”
– Each child who uses the mic may put a sticker in the “My Words” box or receive a small sticker after they speak. Celebrate with a bell or drum after each proclamation.
– If a child is shy, use the puppet to say “Jesus is Lord” for them, or let them say it quietly while you repeat it loudly so they feel included.

6) Short teaching tie-in (30–60 seconds)
– Hold the heart and crown together: “When we say with our mouths that Jesus is Lord and trust him in our hearts, we are telling God and others that Jesus is the one who loves and leads us.”
– Optionally teach the memory phrase: “Romans 10:9a — ‘If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord.”’” Say it once together slowly; keep it very short for young children.

7) Closing celebration (30 seconds)
– Have everyone do one loud, joyful shout together: “JESUS IS LORD!” Clap, ring the bell, or beat the drum once to finish on a happy note.
– If you have time, sing a very short song or repeat the shout as you line up for the next activity.

Safety, inclusion, and practical tips
– Never force a child to say the phrase. Offer alternatives (clap, wave, use the puppet).
– Wipe the microphone between users, or have a disposable cover or sanitized foam mic cover.
– Keep the crown light and soft so it’s safe for small heads; use a scarf if you don’t have a crown.
– Keep the whole illustration short and energetic (about 5–8 minutes total) — young children have short attention spans.
– Use positive, encouraging language and celebrate each child’s participation.

Optional variations
– For very young children, skip the mic and use the puppet to lead every time.
– For slightly older kids, invite a volunteer to explain in one sentence what “Lord” means in their own words.
– Use simple motions: point to your mouth when you say “mouth,” tap your heart when you say “heart,” and raise hands for “Lord.”

Closing line for the leader
“Remember: we can tell others and tell God — with our mouths and our hearts — that Jesus is Lord. Say it loud and be joyful!”

Craft Idea

Say It Loud! Jesus Is Lord — Mini Megaphone Craft (5–10 minutes)

Supplies
– 1 sheet construction paper per child (bright color)
– Crayons, markers, or washable paint
– Stickers or foam shapes (crosses, stars, hearts)
– Tape or a stapler (adult use)
– Scissors (adult use for younger children)
– Optional: small strip of ribbon or yarn (to make a handle)

Quick instructions
1. Give each child a sheet of construction paper. Demonstrate rolling it into a cone shape (wide opening at the front, pointy at the back).
2. Secure the cone with one or two pieces of tape or a single staple (adult does stapling).
3. Let children decorate the outside with markers, crayons and stickers. Encourage them to write or trace “Jesus is Lord!” on the cone and add “Romans 10:9a” or the short phrase: “If you declare with your mouth, ‘Jesus is Lord’…”
4. If you like, tape a small strip of ribbon or yarn inside the narrow end as a short handle so they can hold it easily.
5. Final step — practice together: each child puts the megaphone to their mouth and says “Jesus is Lord!” or recites the verse phrase aloud (help them with the words). Cheer and clap after each child.

Teacher tips / timing
– Adults should handle stapling and any cutting (1–2 minutes). Decorating will take most of the time (3–6 minutes).
– Use simple language for Romans 10:9a: “If you tell people, ‘Jesus is Lord,’” and invite kids to say that line into their megaphones.
– Keep volume safe and respectful — practice speaking loud and clear, not screaming.
– For very young children, pre-write “Jesus is Lord” on the cone for them to trace or color.

Short wrap-up
As children use their megaphones to say “Jesus is Lord,” remind them that Romans 10:9a shows how telling others and believing in Jesus is part of salvation. Let each child take their megaphone home as a reminder to say it loud and proud.

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