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Proverbs: 11:2 (CEV)

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Today’s Bible memory verse is Proverbs 11:25. Say the memory verse slowly.

“Too much pride can put you to shame. It's wiser to be humble” Proverbs 11:2 (CEV)

Now, let’s learn the first part of the verse with some motions.

Stand facing the children and lead them in to repeat phrases and imitate the motions.

Too much pride… Tilt head up with an arrogant look while pointing index fingers to self.

Can put you to shame… Make a sad face, drop hands and lower head to look down.

Repeat slowly a few more times.

In the video at Quantum Labs, who had too much pride? Gears and Professor Bumble.

Yes, after hearing Miss Tina share the Bible story, both Gears and Professor Bumble felt ashamed. But, when they admitted they were wrong and said they were sorry, both were forgiven and learned from their mistakes, so they became wiser!

Saul was filled with pride as he traveled to Damascus. Then after he met Jesus, his heart was changed and he was filled with humbleness. Saul knew he was wrong about Jesus and he had a lot of things to learn about living for God and His Son!

Optional: Make sure the children understand what pride and shame means.

Too much pride can lead us to think we are more important than others.

Shame is feeling embarrassed or guilty about something.

Jesus doesn’t want us to be prideful or ashamed! We know that Jesus is perfect, yet He is humble. All of us make mistakes and are not perfect, so that reminds us to stay humble. And Jesus will forgive all our sins when we ask, so we do not need to be ashamed. Instead, we can be humble and happy, knowing that He is our Savior!

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.