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Proverbs 16:32 (NLT)

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Proverbs 16:32 (NLT)

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Today’s Bible memory verse is Proverbs 16:32. Say the memory verse slowly.

“Better to be patient than powerful; better to have self-control than to conquer a city.” Proverbs 16:32

We learned the first and second parts of this verse before. If this is your first time, no worries; we will learn both parts together today!

Stand facing the children and lead them in repeating the phrases and imitating the motions.

Better… Hold out both hands with thumbs up.

To be patient… Smile, take a deep breath, then exhale slowly.

Than powerful… Make a serious face and flex biceps.

Repeat slowly.

Now let’s practice the second part of the verse.

Better… Hold out both hands with thumbs up.

To have self-control… Point both thumbs to your chest (self), then clench your hands together and lower them in front of your waist while lowering your head (control).

Than to conquer a city… Raise clenched hands from in front of your waist to one side of your head and then to the other with a happy, proud face. Turn your head to face the opposite side of your hands each time (see image).

Raise your hand if you are ready to do both parts together! Children respond.

Better… Hold out both hands with thumbs up.

To be patient… Smile, take a deep breath, then exhale slowly.

Than powerful… Make a serious face and flex biceps.

Better… Both hands thumbs up.

To have self-control… Point both thumbs to your chest (self), then clench hands together and lower them in front of your waist while lowering your head (control).

Than to conquer a city… Raise clenched hands from in front of your waist to one side of your head and then to the other with a happy, proud face. Turn your head to face the opposite side of your hands each time (see image).

Optional: Make sure the children understand what it means to be patient.

To be patient means to trust and wait without complaining. Patience comes from having self-control. It is easy to lose our temper and show anger when something goes wrong. It takes self-control to show God’s love and to forgive.

Note: Preschool children may not be able to memorize the entire verse. They may simply repeat it with you. Be sure all children understand its meaning.