Leader Guide

Prayer

Read 2 Corinthians 12:9b:

“My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.” So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me.

When we lean on Jesus and rely on His mighty power, we can be great in God’s Kingdom! He replaces our weakness with His strength! It isn’t about us—it is all about Him! 

Have the children pray silently, telling Jesus anything they are having difficulty with. Ask them to think of something they need help with at school, at home, or somewhere else. Have the children ask Jesus to give them strength in their weakness to bring victory over this problem. Next, ask them to see themselves as great in God’s Kingdom—no matter how they see themselves, or what others have said about them. Remind them that because of Jesus, they are destined for greatness in His kingdom!

Allow time for children to pray then close with a group prayer. Dear Jesus, we praise You for working through our human weakness. When we feel weak, You will make us strong! Because of Your strength, we can be great in Your kingdom. Thank You for making us a part of God’s Kingdom—here on Earth right now, and forever up in heaven! In Jesus’ name, Amen.