When God calls us, He equips us to do His work! In the Old Testament, God called prophets like Jeremiah to share His news with people. Jeremiah was uncertain due to his youth, but God promised to provide Him with what he would need to proclaim Holy messages. These crafts remind children that God will always help us to do what is needed. A “Can-Do Can” recycles a container to be re-purposed for Godly goals. A “Godly Growth Reminder” recalls how God knows and calls us from the very beginning of our lives.
Bible Verses or Craft Captions to Consider… (Jeremiah 1:4-10)
More Teaching Ideas
- children’s sermon lesson and Bible craft ideas
- Story of Jeremiah Sunday School Lesson
- Jeremiah 1:4-10 Sunday School Lesson
- children’s Bible Lesson on the calling of Jeremiah
- Book of Jeremiah coloring page and calling of the Prophet Jeremiah comic
Bible Craft One: “Can-Do Can”
You will need:
- Markers and crayons
- Construction paper or cardstock
- Stickers and decorations (optional)
- Scissors
- Glue or tape
- Empty can (coffee, oatmeal, etc.)
Procedure:
- Cut out a sheet of paper that will fit around the can.
- Add verses, captions, and stickers to the paper to decorate.
- Wrap the paper around the can and secure with glue or tape.
- Cut smaller pieces of paper and write goals or hopes for the future. Place these inside the can to consider prayers and thoughts.
Jeremiah Craft Two: “Godly Growth Reminder”
You will need:
- Markers/crayons
- Construction paper or card stock
- Decorations (stickers, etc.)
- Scissors
- Captions/verses
- Glue or tape
- Seeds or nuts
- Pipe cleaner/string (optional for hanging)
Procedure:
1. Decorate the paper or cardstock with cut-out papers or drawings representing things like hearts, minds, and mouths.
2. Add verses, captions, and additional decoration as desired.
3. Attach the seeds or nuts to the heart to represent something small that grows.
4. If desired, attach a magnet, string, or pipe cleaner to hang the decoration.