Leader Guide
Coloring Activity
- Peter's Restoration Coloring Page
- Markers or crayons
- Tables
Make one copy of the Restoration Coloring Page for each child, plus extras.
Give markers or crayons and a coloring page to each child. As they color, lead a discussion using the questions below.
- What do you think Peter was feeling inside when he realized Jesus was on the shore?
- Why do you think Peter jumped out of the boat into the water?
- What do you think Peter was feeling inside when Jesus talked to him one on one after breakfast?
- Why do you think Jesus asked Peter if he loved Him three times?
- How do you think Peter felt inside when Jesus told him to care for His lambs and sheep and to follow Him?
Give an opportunity for children to show their coloring page to the class, if they desire.
Conclusion: Peter may have tried to return to being a fisherman, but Jesus came to Peter to forgive and restore him. Jesus told Peter to follow Him, and He gave Peter an assignment—to care for His sheep and lambs. The sheep and lambs represent Jesus’ followers—old and young. The story of Peter shows us that nothing can separate us from the love of God revealed in Jesus! Let’s say our SuperTruth together: “Jesus loves me no matter what I’ve done.”