This blog post explores creative and engaging ways to teach kids the Sermon on the Mount through Bible crafts and hands-on activities. By focusing on key teachings such as the Beatitudes, The Lord’s Prayer, and Salt & Light, children can connect with Jesus’ message in a fun and meaningful way.
Teaching kids the powerful lessons from Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount can have a lasting impact on their spiritual growth and character development. This remarkable section of Scripture, found in Matthew chapters 5 through 7, is packed with teachings on how to live a life that honors God, treats others with kindness, and focuses on what truly matters. By introducing children to these foundational lessons early in life, we help them build a strong faith that will guide them through challenges, friendships, and everyday decisions. In this post, we’ll explore key topics from the Sermon on the Mount and offer engaging crafts and activities to help kids connect with these teachings in a fun, hands-on way.
What is the Sermon on the Mount?
The Sermon on the Mount is a collection of Jesus’ teachings, found in Matthew chapters 5 through 7, where He lays out principles for living a righteous and godly life. These teachings are foundational for Christian living and are still highly relevant today. Through stories, parables, and direct instructions, Jesus guides us on how to live, treat others, and stay focused on God’s kingdom.
Key Topics Covered in the Sermon on the Mount
In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus Teaches the People several key parables that are vital for kids to learn:
- The Beatitudes: How to live a life that is blessed by God (Matthew 5:3-12).
- Jesus describes the qualities of a blessed life, encouraging traits like humility, mercy, and peacemaking, which are important for kids to develop.
- Being Salt and Light: Making a positive difference in the world (Matthew 5:13-16).
- Kids learn that they can influence others in a positive way, being “the light” that shines brightly and “the salt” that preserves goodness in the world.
- Loving Your Enemies: Showing kindness and forgiveness to those who hurt you (Matthew 5:43-48).
- One of Jesus’ most challenging lessons is to love and pray for those who hurt us. Teaching kids the value of forgiveness and compassion helps them develop strong, kind character traits.
- The Lord’s Prayer: A model for how we should pray (Matthew 6:9-13).
- Jesus provides a perfect example of Christian prayer, showing kids how to talk to God in a simple, heartfelt way, asking for their daily needs and forgiveness.
- Storing Treasures in Heaven: Focusing on what truly matters (Matthew 6:19-21).
- Jesus teaches kids to value love, kindness, and generosity over material possessions. This is an important lesson in a world focused on materialism.
- Trusting God Over Worry: Relying on God for all our needs (Matthew 6:25-34).
- Jesus encourages kids not to worry, using examples of how God takes care of the birds and flowers, reminding them that God will take care of them too.
- Asking, Seeking, and Knocking: The power of prayer and perseverance (Matthew 7:7-12).
- Jesus teaches the importance of persistence in prayer, assuring kids that God hears them when they seek Him and ask for guidance.
- The Golden Rule: Treat others the way you want to be treated (Matthew 7:12).
- The Law and the Prophets is a simple yet profound concept for kids to learn: treat others with kindness and respect, just as you’d like to be treated.
- Building on a Firm Foundation: The importance of putting Jesus’ words into practice (Matthew 7:24-27).
- Jesus tells the parable of the wise and foolish builders, teaching kids that living by His words creates a strong foundation in their lives, like a house built on rock.
Engaging Ways to Teach the Sermon on the Mount to Kids
Teaching the Sermon on the Mount to kids doesn’t have to be a passive experience. By incorporating creative activities and meaningful discussions, you can bring Jesus’ teachings to life, making them both relatable and exciting for young hearts.
Use Bible Crafts to Reinforce Lessons
Kids often learn best through hands-on activities, and Bible crafts are a fantastic way to help them engage with Scripture. By making the Sermon on the Mount interactive, kids can grasp these profound teachings in a way that’s fun and memorable.
Create Interactive Discussions
In addition to crafts, discussion is key to helping kids process what they’ve learned. Encourage children to share their thoughts on the Beatitudes, how they can be a light in the world, or what they pray for during the day.
Example Sermon on the Mount Discussion Question for Kids:
- “What does it mean to trust God when you’re worried?”
- “Which Beatitude do you think is the hardest to follow, and why?”
- “How can you show love to someone who is unkind to you?”
- “What does it mean to be the ‘salt of the earth’?”
- “Why do you think Jesus told us to pray using the Lord’s Prayer?”
- “Can you think of a time when you asked, sought, or knocked, and God answered you?”
- “How can you be a light for others at school or in your neighborhood?”
- “What are some things you worry about, and how can you give those worries to God?”
- “What are some ‘treasures in heaven’ that you can store up?”
These discussion starters can spark meaningful conversations and help kids apply Jesus’ teachings to their own lives.
Sermon on the Mount Crafts & Activities for Kids
Crafts and activities are a great way to help kids connect with the teachings of Jesus. These creative projects allow children to explore biblical truths in a hands-on, engaging manner that helps them understand and remember the lessons of Jesus’ teachings.
Do Not Worry – Look at the Birds Printable Bird Art Activity
Encourage kids to reflect on how God takes care of the birds, reminding them not to worry about what they will eat or wear. This Do Not Worry Bird Art Activity (also on Etsy) allows children to create a beautiful bird illustration using 3 mediums (paint, paper, and crayons) while learning to trust in God’s care.
Beatitudes for Kids Coloring Wheel
Teach the blessings from the Beatitudes in an interactive and fun way with this spinning coloring wheel. In this Bee-Attitude Behive Coloring Wheel (also on Etsy), each section of the wheel features a different Beatitude, helping kids understand how to live a blessed life.
Salt and Light Handprint Craft for Kids
A creative handprint craft that reminds kids to be the salt of the earth and the light of the world. This hands-on Salt & Light Craft (also on Etsy) project allows them to leave a lasting impression, just as they’re encouraged to do in their communities.
Sermon on the Mount Mini 8-Page Book
Need a summary of the Sermon on the Mount? Highlight the key teachings from Matthew 5-7 in this easy-to-assemble mini flip book featuring key points in the sermon. Each page in this Sermon on the Mount Mini Book (also on Etsy) focuses on a different part of the sermon, allowing kids to carry a compact version of Jesus’ words with them.
Sermon on the Mount Coloring Page for Younger Kids
A simple coloring page designed for younger children, making the teachings of the Sermon on the Mount accessible and fun for little ones. The Sermon on the Mount coloring page (also on Etsy) highlights 8 key parts of the teachings of Jesus found in the book of Matthew chapters five to seven.
The Lord’s Prayer Coloring Wheel
A hands-on activity to help kids memorize and understand the Lord’s Prayer. Teach kids to pray using a prayer template taught by Jesus himself. By turning the Lord’s Prayer Spinner Wheel (also on Etsy), they’ll be able to learn each part of this famous prayer one step at a time.
Let Your Light Shine Paper Lantern Craft
This fun paper lantern craft serves as a reminder for kids to let their light shine for Jesus. They can decorate the Let Your Light Shine Lantern (also on Etsy) and display it as a symbol of how they’re called to shine brightly in the world.
Treasures in Heaven DIY Wallet Craft with Bible Verses
Teach kids to store up treasures in heaven with this fun DIY wallet craft featuring Bible verses. Kids can write down ways they can focus on heavenly things, and “store” them in their Treasures in Heaven wallet craft (also on Etsy).
Sermon on the Mount Doodle Page for Older Kids
Designed for older children, this doodle page allows for creativity while exploring key themes from the Sermon on the Mount. In this Sermon on the Mount Sermon Lesson Page (also on Etsy), kids can draw, write, and reflect on Jesus’ teachings in a personalized way. This sermon doodle page is only available in the larger set.
Light of the World Fingerprint Art
This Light of the World craft (also on Etsy) features a mason jar with fireflies, where kids can add their fingerprints as the light inside the jar. It’s a beautiful way to illustrate the idea that we are all lights in the world, helping to bring the brightness of Jesus wherever we go.
Ask, Seek, Knock Door Craft
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This Ask, Seek, Knock Door Craft (also on Etsy) teaches the power of prayer through a fun door design. Kids will create a door that opens, revealing the Bible verse “Ask, seek, knock” (Matthew 7:7-12), reminding them to turn to God in prayer for all their needs.
Why Bible Crafts Help Kids Grow in Faith
Bible crafts are not just fun activities; they are powerful tools that help children internalize important biblical truths. Through crafting, kids can experience the stories and teachings of the Bible in a way that encourages personal connection and spiritual growth.
Hands-On Learning for Active Engagement
Crafts help children engage actively with the Bible, making the lessons they learn more memorable. Kids are more likely to understand and remember the teachings of Jesus when they can create something tangible that ties directly into the story.
Connecting Scripture to Everyday Life
Bible crafts also allow children to connect Scripture to their daily lives. When they create a paper lantern reminding them to let their light shine, or a bird art piece encouraging them not to worry, they’re able to take biblical principles into their everyday routines.
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Final Thoughts on Teaching the Sermon on the Mount to Kids
Teaching the Sermon on the Mount to kids doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Through creative crafts and engaging activities, children can learn some of the most important lessons Jesus taught, from trusting God to praying with faith. These hands-on projects provide a memorable and fun way to explore the powerful teachings from Matthew 5-7. Start using these crafts today and watch your kids grow in faith as they learn to live out the words of Jesus!
More Sunday School Crafts for Kids
As kids learn about the Sermon on the Mount and its powerful teachings, it’s also important for them to understand their role in sharing the good news of Jesus with others. For more ideas on how to teach this, check out our brand new content on The Great Commission for Kids.
As you explore the importance of prayer through the Sermon on the Mount, also check out our blog post on the ACTS Prayer for Kids to help children learn a simple, structured way to pray and connect with God.
And if you’re looking for more ways to encourage kids to connect with Jesus through prayer, check out our How to Talk to Jesus Lesson for Kids for practical and engaging ideas.
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