John the baptist biography for kids

Search our site:

John the Baptist was set apart.  Even before he was born, God had a special plan for his life.  We all need to realize that God has a special plan for our lives too.  He has a plan and purpose for our life with the main purpose being that we come to know Jesus as our Savior, but we are then set apart to share the Good News of the Gospel with others!

---

Scripture: Matthew ; Luke

Central thought: “I am called & set apart - God has a plan & purpose for my life!

Object Illustration:  A Cup – set apart

Rec.

Game with Tie-in:  Reaching for Hearts

Intro. Activity: 

 Blindfold Senses test

Items needed:  blindfolds, items for senses test, a dirty cup, wipes to clean it, copy of prophecy sheet cut into strips,

Time element: 
This lesson took almost an hour using all activities with a group of thirty 3rd-