Forgiveness Object Lessons: Teaching Hearts to Let Go
Forgiveness is at the core of the gospel—and Object Lessons help bring this powerful truth into focus. Whether it’s dissolving paper in water to show how God erases our sins, using a bandage to symbolize healing relationships, or tearing up an IOU to demonstrate the debt Christ paid, these hands-on illustrations help learners of all ages grasp what it really means to forgive and be forgiven. Perfect for Sunday school, youth lessons, or family devotions, these object lessons make the message of mercy and grace unforgettable.
Devotion: Imagine standing in front of a kitchen sink, a place where meals are prepared, dishes are washed, and messes are cleaned up. The kitchen sink is a central hub of activity in many homes, a…
Devotion: Object: A wooden cross The wooden cross is a powerful symbol in Christianity representing the sacrificial love of Jesus Christ. It serves as a reminder of the ultimate act of love and…
Devotion: Object: A mirror The mirror reflects our physical appearance back to us, showing us our flaws, imperfections, and areas that need improvement. In the same way, the concept of “loving…
Devotion: Object: A piece of clear glass or plastic Imagine holding up a clear piece of glass or plastic in front of you. This object is often used as a mirror to reflect our physical appearance back…
IllustrationHold up a clenched fist with a small rock inside. Say: “This rock represents bitterness, hurt, and unforgiveness. When someone wrongs us, we often want to hold on to that pain. We…
Devotion: Imagine holding a small, colorful ball in your hands. This ball represents our hearts. Just as we can pass this ball back and forth, our hearts can be filled with different emotions and…
You Will Need: If you don’t have these items: You can do the following activity to make the same point: Use food items or shaving cream to make a beard and mustache on your child—it’ll make…
You Will Need: If you don’t have these items: You can do the following activity to make the same point: Make a mess and clean it up. There are number of fun ways to do this—Play in the mud…
You Will Need: GET STARTED Take turns creating fun, new hair-dos for your family. Your kids will especially enjoy doing this to you! If you want, you might even want to purchase some temporary…
Because it was feeling sweet! Kindness and love should be what we bring into every situation. Just like a cupcake adds sweetness to a celebration, our kind words and loving actions can bring joy to…
They hiss and make up! Disagreements are bound to happen, but as followers of Christ, we are called to seek peace and reconciliation. Holding onto anger only hardens our hearts, but forgiving one…
The letter e. Anger can lead us down a destructive path. It can harm our relationships, cloud our judgment, and lead us to make decisions we later regret. In Ephesians 4:26, we are reminded, “In your…
For every tree he kept a log. Sometimes, we struggle to believe that God has truly forgiven us. We remember our past mistakes and wonder if He still holds them against us. But the Bible assures us…
**Devotion:** **Object: A Broken Pottery Vase** Imagine holding a beautiful pottery vase in your hands, intricately designed and carefully crafted. Now, picture that vase slipping from your grasp and…
Devotion: Object: A Puzzle Description: Hold up a puzzle with missing pieces. Explain how a puzzle is made complete when all the pieces fit together perfectly. Illustration: Just like a puzzle needs…