Use these simple craft ideas when teaching kids about the Fruit of the Spirit in your Sunday School or Children’s Ministry. They are a prefect complement to this “Fruit of the Spirit is Gentleness” children’s Bible lesson. You may also enjoy our comprehensive 9-Week Curriculum on the Fruit of the Spirit for Kids.
Be Gentle! The Fruit of the Spirit Crafts Part 8
These crafts focus on gentleness and what it means for us as Christians. Understanding gentleness reminds us that it’s important to treat people and things with care, but that we can be strong even while we are gentle and soft. An “Earthquake, Wind, and Fire Wheel” celebrates the story of Elijah on Mt. Horeb, which reminds us of God’s gentleness. A “Soft and Tender Collage” includes tactile items that literally show softness. Let’s get crafty!
Craft One: Earthquake, Wind, and Fire Wheel
You will need
- Paper plates
- Construction paper or cardstock
- Staples, glue, or tape
- Balloons or noisemakers (optional)
- Scissors
- Decorative elements as desired
- Streamers/light elements
- Markers or crayons
Procedure:
1. Divide the plate into sections, designating each one as part of the experience Elijah had on Mt. Horeb.
2. Write captions and draw pictures for the different spots of the plate, showing the earthquake, wind, fire, and whisper. Add verses or captions at the top or bottom of the plate.
3. Add extra decorations, including windmakers or “flames” (candle/flashlight), if desired.
4. Hang or display the plate, or simply use it to re-tell and recall the story.
Craft Two: “Soft and Tender Collage”
You will need:
- Crayons or markers
- Glue or tape (optional)
- Stickers or decorations
- Construction paper or cardstock
- Soft materials (pom poms, cotton, felt, foam, feathers, etc.).
- Scissors
Procedure:
- Decorate the paper or cardstock with verses, captions, and stickers.
- Prepare several soft items (cotton, pom pom balls, foam, felt, etc.).
- Glue or tape the soft elements onto the background paper/cardstock, arranging in a soft collage.
- Enjoy the collection of softness to remember how our gentle “soft” words and actions can help those around us.
Bible Crafts Verses or Captions to Consider…
A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. -Proverbs 15:1
but in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect. -1 Peter 3:15
You have given me the shield of your salvation, and your gentleness made me great. -2 Samuel 22:36
I can be “soft” and gentle in how I treat others!
God met Elijah in a gentle whisper!
God is gentle. Listen for His voice!