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Searching for Clues
Object Lesson/Devotional
Key Verse: John 14:16; "I will pray
the Father, and He will give you another Helper, that he may live
with you forever."
Items needed:
- trench coat
- hat
- magnifying glass
- 4 cards with the clues reveals, guides, works, speaks written
or typed on them (one word per card)
Prior to class, the commander must plant the
clues around the room somewhat hidden from sight. If you are dealing
with a larger group, have the clues taped underneath the kids' chairs.
The commander is dressed in a trench coat and hat and has a magnifying
glass. The commander begins to snoop around the room looking for
clues, using the magnifying glass to help in the search. To make
it a little humorous, the commander can "accidentally"
get very close to one child with the magnifying glass, then jump
back and act shocked. Instruct the group to look around the room
for clues that will tell what the lesson is about or tell them to
simply look under their chairs. If they find a clue, they should
bring it to the front of the room.
Today we are going to learn that the apostles
operated with the power of the Holy Spirit. We are also going to
learn that the Holy Spirit will work through you in the same way.
These clues tell us how that is possible. When you are filled with
the Holy Spirit, He (point to each of the cards and have the
kids say the words with you) reveals things to you, He
guides you, He speaks to you, and He works
through you.
Aren't you glad that the Holy Spirit is a personal
friend who helps us along the pathway of life? He operated through
the apostles as they ministered to others. He wants to operate through
you as well. Wow! You can be eyewitnesses to the Holy Spirit's work
just like the apostles were.
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