Love Object Lessons: Showing God’s Love in Action
Love is at the core of the Christian faith—and Object Lessons bring this powerful truth to life in unforgettable ways. Whether it’s using a heart-shaped sponge to show how we soak in God’s love and pour it out to others, or a mirror to reflect how we’re called to reflect Christ’s love, these lessons make biblical love real and relatable. Great for families, classrooms, or church settings—help others understand and live out the kind of love that is patient, kind, and never fails.
Object: A small lamp or candle A lamp or candle gives light that fills a room and allows others to see. It cannot light itself; it needs a source of fuel or electricity. In the same way, God is the…
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…
Object Lesson:Kangaroos are marsupials that carry their young in a special pouch, keeping them close, safe, and nourished as they grow. The baby (joey) stays in the pouch for months, completely…
Object Lesson:Porcupines are gentle creatures by nature, but when threatened, they raise sharp quills as a defense. Interestingly, porcupines rarely harm each other because they know how to interact…
Object Lesson:The grizzly bear is one of the most powerful land animals in North America. Though it seems peaceful at a distance, it fiercely protects its young. A mother grizzly will fight fearlessly…
IllustrationSay, “Turn to the person next to you and give them a high five.”Then say, “It’s easy to love your friends. Give me five!” Next, say, “Turn to the person next to you and shake hands.”Say…
IllustrationChoose four volunteers to help you act out the greatest commandment from Mark 12:30. Tell them they must freeze in whatever position you put them. Take the first person’s right hand and…
IllustrationPrepare five cards with numbers on the front and funny or random “fake prizes” written on the back (like “a glob of mud,” “a pet lizard,” “a mountain of homework,” “a chocolate cake,” or…
IntroductionSay:There are lots of ways to show love. You can hug someone. You can write a kind note. You can help your parents or share with your friends. But did you know the Bible tells us exactly…
Introduction Ask your students: Tell your students:“I love chocolate chip cookies (or another favorite food). I love my dog. I love my family. And I love God. But the way I love cookies is very…
It’s easy to say we’ve forgiven someone, yet still keep a record of their wrongs in the back of our minds. We may not bring it up, but we remember, allowing past hurts to shape how we…
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…