Lesson 1: Water into wine.
Passage: John 2:1-11 - At a wedding in Cana, Jesus performed his first recorded miracle by turning water into wine. Though initially hesitant to reveal his power, he responded to his mother’s request and quietly carried out the miracle so that only a few were aware of it. This sign revealed Jesus’ authority over creation and gave his disciples a reason to believe in him. It points to his divine identity and the abundant life he brings.
Big Idea: Jesus is God’s son.
For Teachers:
Lesson plan.
-
Welcome — Activity Leader
Have the children sit in a circle on the circle time rug. Introduce yourself and welcome them to class.
Warm Up Activity: — Freeze dance
Preliminary Discussion — Bible Story Leader
Today we’re going to learn something new! We’ve been hearing some of the stories Jesus told, but now we’re going to hear about the amazing things he did — called miracles. A miracle is something only God can do.
Let’s watch our video to find out about the very first miracle Jesus did!
Video Lesson — Bible Story Leader
Follow Up Discussion — Bible Story Leader
What happened at the wedding when they ran out of drinks?
Who asked Jesus to help? What did Jesus do with the water in the jars?
How did this miracle show that Jesus has God’s power?
How do you think the people at the wedding felt when Jesus helped?
Prayer — Bible Story Leader
Dear God, thank You for sending your Son, Jesus. Thank You that he can do miracles and help people, and that he loves and cares for us. Help us to know you more and trust you every day. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Activity: — Activity Leader
Water to wine colouring page. If a child is not interested in the activity, allow them to move to free play.
Dismissal: Collect tags and make sure child leaves with their caregiver.
-
Welcome — Activity Leader
Introduce yourself and welcome students to class.
Warm Up Activity: — Activity Leader
Four Corners
Preliminary Discussion — Bible Story Leader
Today we’re going to start a brand new series! We’ve been talking about the stories Jesus told, called parables. But Jesus didn’t just tell stories, he also did amazing things called miracles. A miracle is something only God can do, like healing someone who is sick or calming a big storm. Today we’ll hear about Jesus’ very first miracle.
Let’s watch our video to find out more…
Video Lesson — Bible Story Leader
Follow Up Discussion — Bible Story Leader
What problem happened at the wedding in Cana?
How did Mary (Jesus’ mother) show that she trusted Jesus?
What did Jesus do with the jars of water?
Why do you think Jesus chose this as his first miracle?
What does this miracle tell us about who Jesus is?
Prayer — Bible Story Leader
Dear God, thank you for showing us who Jesus is. Thank you that he has power to do miracles and that he cares about people’s needs, big and small. Help us to trust Jesus like the disciples did, and to remember that he loves us and wants us to know him better. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Activity: — Activity Leader
Using the supplies provided create water to wine jars.
Dismissal: Collect tags and make sure child leaves with their caregiver.
-
Welcome — Activity Leader
Introduce yourself and welcome the kids to class.
Warm Up Activity: — Activity Leader
Blindfold bowling. The rules are simple, bowl blindfolded as many times as needed until you knock all the pins down or until the minute is up.
Preliminary Discussion — Bible Story Leader
Today we’ll be starting a brand new series. We’ve been looking at the parables — the stories Jesus told to teach about God’s kingdom. But Jesus didn’t just teach with words. he also did miracles, which are amazing signs that showed God’s power at work through him. A miracle is something only God can do. In today’s story, at a wedding in Cana, Jesus performed His very first miracle
Read: John 2:1-11
Let’s watch our video to find out more…
Video Lesson — Bible Story Leader
Follow Up Discussion — Bible Story Leader
Why do you think running out of wine was such a big problem at the wedding?
What does Mary’s response (“Do whatever he tells you”) teach us about trusting Jesus?
Why do you think Jesus chose to perform his first miracle in a quiet way, instead of showing everyone?
How did this miracle help the disciples believe in Jesus?
What does this story show us about who Jesus is and what he came to do?
Prayer — Bible Story Leader
Dear God, thank you for sending Jesus, who shows your power and love through his miracles. Thank you that his very first miracle showed us that he cares about people’s needs and wants us to trust him. Help us to remember Jesus’ love and power in our own lives, and to trust him more each day. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Activity: — Activity Leader
Using the supplies provided colour and decorate the water to wine paper crafts.
Dismissal: Use the iPad to check-out each student from the roster and make sure each child leaves with their caregiver.
For Parents:
Follow-up questions.
-
What was the story you learned about in class today?
What was the problem that happened at the wedding? How did Jesus solve the problem?
What do you think this miracle teaches us about who Jesus is?
What does it teach us about how Jesus cares about people?
-
What was the story you learned about in class today?
What was the problem at the wedding and how did Jesus solve it?
How did Mary show that she trusted Jesus?
What does this story teach us about Jesus’ power and love?
-
What was the story you learned about in class today?
Why do you think Jesus performed his first miracle quietly instead of showing everyone?
How did this miracle help the disciples believe in him?
How can you trust Jesus in your own life this week?
