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Leader Guide

Skit

 

Make a copy of the Narrator Script; OR make a copy of the Quick Skit for each group of 4–5 children.    

Optional: place the clothes and accessories in a large box or on a table. 

Peter was in a very bad situation; he sat in a cell in the most secure area of the Antonia Fortress. The next day he would stand before King Herod, who really wasn’t interested in giving Peter a fair trial. Herod wanted to make an example out of Peter to please the Jews. However, King Herod’s prison was no match for God and His people who put their faith in Him.

Can anyone say our SuperVerse from last time? Acts 12:5:

But while Peter was in prison, the church prayed very earnestly for him.

Choose from two skit options:

  • The Narrator Script is read by a leader or a good reader in fifth or sixth grade. Choose five to eight children to be volunteer actors. Without practicing, they will act out or say whatever the narrator reads aloud.
  • The Quick Skit is planned and acted out by groups of 5 or 6 children. The groups are given the Quick Skit and about 5 minutes to prepare, then perform their skit for the class. 

Conclusion: When Peter was in prison, his only hope was in God! He knew he was doing God’s will. Instead of panicking or complaining, he waited patiently and trusted the Lord. He even fell asleep! We always have hope because Jesus has overcome the world! Let’s say our SuperVerse together. Romans 12:12: 

Rejoice in our confident hope. Be patient in trouble, and keep on praying.