Title: Taking Responsibility for Ourselves and Others
Bible Passage: Genesis 7
Lesson Aim: The aim of this lesson is to teach children the concept of responsibility and how they can take responsibility for themselves and others, just as Noah did in Genesis 7.
Introduction: As Christians, we know that God has given us a responsibility to look after the world and the people around us. Today we will learn about someone who took this responsibility seriously and learn from his example.
Lesson Body:
1. Noah’s Responsibility: In Genesis 7, we read about the story of Noah and the ark. God instructed Noah to build an ark and gather animals on it because He was going to flood the earth. Noah took this responsibility seriously and put in his best effort to prepare for the flood.
2. Our Responsibility: We may not have to build an ark like Noah did, but we have a responsibility to take care of ourselves and others. This means that we should take care of our bodies, listen to our parents and teachers, take care of our belongings, and help others in need.
3. Responsibility towards the Environment: God has given us the earth as a gift to live on. We have the responsibility to take care of it by reducing waste, conserving resources, and not littering. We should also take care of animals, plants, and other living things around us.
4. Responsibility towards Others: We should help our friends and family members when they are in need. We can also help people we don’t know by donating to charities or volunteering our time. Jesus teaches us to love our neighbors as ourselves, and taking responsibility for others is a way of showing that love.
Conclusion: As we learned from the story of Noah, taking responsibility is important for our lives and the lives of others. We should take care of ourselves, others, and the world around us, just as God has entrusted us to do. Let us pray that God gives us the strength and wisdom to take responsibility and be a positive influence in the world.