Jesus’ lost sheep parable, Luke 15:1-7, explains the value of saved sinners. Kids will copy Luke 15:7 in this parable of the lost sheep craft.
Jesus told the Pharisees and scribes that, just as we would search for one sheep–leaving behind 99–and just as we would rejoice in finding that lost sheep, there is also much joy in heaven over one soul who repents.
This fun sheep handprint craft and copywork will help your kids think about Jesus’ love for his people.
Parable of the Lost Sheep
Read Luke 15:1-7 as a family before you begin your craft. In the ESV, our focus verse, Luke 15:7, says:
“Just so, I tell you, there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who need no repentance.”
As you make your craft, discuss:
- Why were the Pharisees and scribes upset about Jesus eating with sinners?
- Imagine your friend or sibling was missing during a playdate. Would looking for them be the right thing to do? How would you feel when you found them?
- How does Jesus describe the joy of the man who finds his lost sheep?
- In verse 7, what does Jesus tell us occurs in heaven when one sinner repents and follows Jesus?
Talk about repentance and what it means to ask God to forgive our sins.
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Parable of the Lost Sheep Craft
Check out this quick video showing you how to construct your parable of the lost sheep craft:
Supplies Needed to Make Your Lost Sheep Craft
You’ll need a few supplies to make your parables of the lost sheep parable craft:
- Cardstock
- Permanent Markers
- Scissors
- Glue
- Pencil
- Erasable Pens
- Google Eyes
- Printable Template with Instructions and Copywork Cards
Creating Your Lost Sheep Craft for Kids
1) Print your template and copywork cards.
Print your template and copywork cards on white cardstock and cut them out.
Trace the templates onto colored cardstock, as shown, and cut the pieces out. You can trace your child’s hand, or you can use the template if you’d rather.
2) Create your sheep.
Glue the wool onto the sheep’s head.
Glue the googly eyes to the sheep’s face.
Glue the cheeks on either side of the lower face and use a permanent marker to draw a nose and mouth, as shown.
Glue the wool body to the palm of the hand.
Last, glue the sheep’s head to the thumb and upper body, as shown.
3) Finish your parable of the lost sheep craft.
Choose the copywork card with the correct line width for your child. Have them copy Luke 15:7 (or Luke 15:7b for your younger children) onto the card.
Glue your child’s sheep into the square on the copywork card, with the main part of the body off the side of the card.
Display your child’s craft somewhere they will see it often, and work on memorizing Luke 15:7.
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Puzzle-Based Independent Bible Study for Kids!
“Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.” – Romans 12:2, ESV
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- Observe: They pay attention to what they’re reading.
- Interpret: They figure out what the Bible means in that section.
- Apply: They decide how the truth of God’s Word impacts their life today.
There are a great many truths in life to be found—some interesting, some boring, and some that really matter. You can be the kind of investigator who spends time puzzling out important truth so that you can know all the knowable knowledge that God has given us. That’s right. God, the Creator of the Universe, gave you a great big letter from him to explore and study so that you can discover the truths that really matter to your life!”
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The Bible Investigators: Creation Bible study for kids, written by Danika Cooley and published by The Good Book Company, is 272-pages of learning, puzzles, and fun activities designed to help your kids become amazing independent Bible investigators–observing, interpreting, and applying God’s Word as they learn what the Bible teaches on a particular subject.
Bible Puzzles for Kids
Middle grade kids, aged 8-12, love puzzles. After all, their brains are just built for figuring things out and memorizing facts. Puzzles are a wonderful way to help kids develop logic skills and retain important information. And, the book is written in a fun, conversational tone your children are sure to love!
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- Journal Pages
Every child is sure to find activities they’ll love!
Elementary-aged kids need hands-on middle grade resources that engage them and equip them to process important truths.
Bible Investigators is the perfect resource to teach your kids about an important biblical doctrine, while helping them apply God’s Word to their lives today.
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