Lesson 2: Jesus calms the storm.
Passage: Matthew 8:23-27 - In the passage, Jesus and his disciples are in a boat when a sudden, violent storm hits. The disciples are scared, but Jesus is asleep. They wake him, asking for help, and Jesus commands the storm to stop. Immediately, the wind and waves calm down. The disciples are amazed and ask, “Who is this man? Even the wind and waves obey him!”
Big Idea: Jesus has power over nature.
For Teachers:
Lesson plan.
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Welcome — Activity Leader
Have the children sit in a circle on the circle time rug. Introduce yourself welcome them to class.
Warm Up Activity: — Freeze Dance
Interactive Bible Story — Bible Story Leader - Read Jesus Stops a storm from The Big Bible Storybook Pg. 163. Include the children in the story telling with props, acting or sound effects.
Video Lesson — Bible Story Leader Play Wonderful Lesson 2 - Jesus Calms the Storm
Follow Up Discussion — Bible Story Leader
Who was on the boat with Jesus?
What happened when the big storm came? How did Jesus help his friends?
How do you feel knowing Jesus can help us when we’re scared?
Prayer — Bible Story Leader
Dear God, thank you for always being with us, even when we are scared. Help us remember that you can calm our fears, just like you calmed the storm for Jesus and his friends. We love you and trust you. In Jesus' name, amen.
Activity: — Activity Leader
Jesus Calms the Storm collage craft. Using the supplies provided create a collage of today’s bible story.
If a child is not interested in the activity, allow them to move to free play.
Dismissal: Using the roster iPad make sure child leaves with their caregiver.
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Welcome — Activity Leader
Welcome the children to class and introduce yourself and the additional leaders
Body Break Activity: — Freeze Dance
Interactive Bible Story — Bible Story Leader - Ask the kids to imagine the story with you.
Read the story The Captain of the Storm from The Jesus Storybook Bible Pg. 236
Video Lesson — Bible Story Leader
Follow Up Discussion — Bible Story Leader
What were the disciples afraid of in the story?
How did Jesus respond when they called out to him?
What does it mean that even the wind and waves obey Jesus?
Can you think of a time you were scared and needed help? Does prayer help you when you are scared?
Prayer — Bible Story Leader
Dear God, thank you for taking care of us, even in scary or stormy times. Help us to remember that you are always with us, and that we can trust you to help us through anything. Thank you for showing your power and love through Jesus. In Jesus' name, amen.
Activity: — Activity Leader
Jesus Calms the Storm collage: Using the supplies provided create a collage of today’s story.
Dismissal: Check children out manually using Roster iPad and make sure each child leaves with their caregiver.
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Welcome — Activity Leader
Introduce yourself and welcome the kids to class.
Body Break Activity: — Activity Leader
Mummy Wrap: Two players must use colored streamers and wrap the streamers around another player to wrap the player up like a mummy. Teams have one minute to completely wrap the other player up or to make the best overall mummy.
Preliminary Discussion — Bible Story Leader
Today we’re going to be continuing our new series about the miracles of Jesus. Last week we learned about how Jesus turned water into wine at a wedding party. In story, Jesus calms a raging storm.
Read: Matthew 8:23-27Let’s watch our video to find out more…
Video Lesson — Bible Story Leader
Follow Up Discussion — Bible Story Leader
Why do you think the disciples were so afraid during the storm?
What does Jesus’ calmness during the storm teach us about him?
How do you think the disciples felt after seeing the storm stop?
How can we trust Jesus when we face “storms” in our own lives?
Prayer — Bible Story Leader
Dear God, thank you for being our protector and guide, even when life feels frightening or out of control. Help us to trust you like the disciples learned to trust Jesus, knowing that you have power over every storm. Teach us to rely on you for strength every day. In Jesus' name, amen.
Activity: — Activity Leader
Create a collage using the supplies provided of Jesus calming the storm.
Dismissal: Manually Checkout each child with the roster iPad and make sure child leaves with their caregiver.
For Parents:
Follow-up questions.
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What was the story you learned about in class today?
How do you think the disciples felt when they were in a boat with a big storm happening around them?
How do you think they felt after they saw Jesus to tell the storm to stop and it actually stopped?
What can you do when you’re feeling scared, like Jesus’ friends in the boat?
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What was the story you learned about in class today?
Have you ever seen a thunderstorm before? How do you think it would feel to be on a boat in the middle of a thunderstorm?
What do you think Jesus’ miracle, making the storm calm down, teaches us about him?
What can you do when you’re feeling scared, like Jesus’ friends in the boat?
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What was the story you learned about in class today?
How do you think it felt for the disciples to be on a boat in the middle of a thunderstorm?
How do you think they felt when Jesus told the storm to calm down and it actually did? How would you feel if you were there to see it?
Have you ever tried turning to God when you’re feeling worried or anxious, like the disciples on the boat? Did you find it helpful?
