Fruit Of The Spirit Bible Study And Activities For Kids
Hey there, curious kids! Have you ever heard about the Fruits of the Spirit? No, it’s not a tasty snack you can find in the grocery store. It’s something even more amazing than actual fruit! Imagine having a garden of special and good qualities and character traits that make you a super cool and kind person. Let’s dive into the colorful world of the spiritual Fruit of the Spirit and learn what each one means.
Let’s start with a memory verse. Galatians 5:22-23 “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Against such things there is no law.”
Wow! What an amazing bible verse! This verse tells us a great way to encompass God’s word and the kind of fruit our Heavenly Father wants us to bear. He wants us to exhibit Godly character and to show the love of God in our daily lives. A perfect example is to take this verse and live the important qualities that He tells us so we can bear good fruit in powerful ways.
The Bundle of Joy: Just like a bundle of your favorite good fruit, the Fruit of the Spirit is a bundle of wonderful qualities that help us become better friends, siblings, and people in general. Imagine if you had a magical bag that you could fill with these special fruits – wouldn’t that be awesome? God’s fruit is always a better way because it is God’s way!
Love – The Red Heart Fruit: The first fruit in our bundle is love. It’s like a bright red heart that makes us care about others. Love helps us be kind and gentle, and it reminds us to think about how our actions might make others feel. When we show love, it’s like giving someone a big warm hug! A hug is the best way to show our friends and family member (s) love!
Joy – The Yellow Sun Fruit: Next up, we have joy! Imagine a sunny, yellow fruit that makes you smile from ear to ear. Joy is all about finding happiness in the little things and spreading good vibes around. When we have joy in our hearts, it’s like having a pocket full of sunshine.
Peace – The Blue Tranquil Fruit: Now, let’s talk about peace. Imagine a calm, blue fruit that helps you feel relaxed and safe. Peace is like a soothing breeze that helps us get along with others and solve problems without shouting. When we have peace, it’s like having a cozy blanket for our hearts. To have peace is to feel the joy of the Lord.
Patience – The Green Growing Fruit: Have you ever seen a tiny seed grow into a big, strong plant? That’s what patience is all about – waiting and growing. Patience helps us stay calm when things don’t happen right away. It’s like planting seeds of goodness in our hearts and watching them bloom.
Kindness – The Orange Helping Fruit: Picture a juicy, orange fruit that’s sweet and delicious – just like kindness! Kindness means being nice to others and helping them when they need it. When we show kindness, it’s like sharing a slice of that yummy orange fruit with our friends.
Goodness – The Purple Star Fruit: Imagine a magical, purple fruit that’s full of goodness. Goodness is all about doing the right thing, even when no one is watching. It’s like being a superhero of kindness and making the world a better place with your actions.
Faithfulness – The Pink Loyal Fruit: Think of a pink fruit that represents faithfulness. This fruit helps us be loyal and true to our promises. Just like how you can count on your best friend, faithfulness means sticking by someone’s side and showing that you care.
Gentleness – The White Feather Fruit: Have you ever touched a soft, white feather? That’s gentleness! Gentleness is being soft and careful in the way we treat others. It’s like handling something delicate, making sure we don’t hurt anyone’s feelings.
Self-Control – The Rainbow Shield Fruit: Last but not least, we have self-control. Imagine a strong, rainbow-colored shield that helps you make a good choice. Self-control is saying “no” to things that might not be good for us and “yes” to things that help us grow and be happy.
Diving even deeper
Love – The Red Heart Fruit :Imagine waking up to a world where everyone cares for each other. That’s the power of love – the first fruit in our bundle. Love is like a big, red heart that beats with kindness and compassion. When we love others, we want to make them happy, just like how you feel when you give your good friend a thoughtful gift. Love isn’t just a feeling; it’s a superpower that can change the world! So, let’s remember to show love by being kind, helpful, and by treating others the way we want to be treated.
Joy – The Yellow Sun Fruit: Think about the last time you laughed so hard that your tummy hurt! That’s the feeling of joy, and it’s one of the most precious fruits in our bundle. Joy is like a bright yellow sun that shines happiness all around. It’s not about having all the toys or treats, but finding joy in playing with friends, listening to stories, or simply enjoying a beautiful day. When we’re joyful, we share our happiness with others, making their days brighter too! That’s the power of the holy spirit!
Peace – The Blue Tranquil Fruit: Imagine a world without fights or arguments – that’s the world of peace! Peace is like a calm blue ocean that helps us stay cool even when things get tough. It’s okay to have disagreements, but peace helps us solve problems without shouting or hurting each other’s feelings. When you feel peaceful, it’s like having a magic wand that turns conflicts into conversations and worries into wishes for a better day.
Joy – The Yellow Sun Fruit: Think about the last time you laughed so hard that your tummy hurt! That’s the feeling of joy, and it’s one of the most precious fruits in our bundle. Joy is like a bright yellow sun that shines happiness all around. It’s not about having all the toys or treats, but finding joy in playing with friends, listening to stories, or simply enjoying a beautiful day. When we’re joyful, we share our happiness with others, making their days brighter too! That’s the power of the holy spirit!
Peace – The Blue Tranquil Fruit: Imagine a world without fights or arguments – that’s the world of peace! Peace is like a calm blue ocean that helps us stay cool even when things get tough. It’s okay to have disagreements, but peace helps us solve problems without shouting or hurting each other’s feelings. When you feel peaceful, it’s like having a magic wand that turns conflicts into conversations and worries into wishes for a better day.
Goodness – The Purple Star Fruit: Have you ever seen a superhero do something really awesome to help others? That’s what goodness is all about! Goodness is like a shining purple star that guides us to do the right thing, even when nobody is watching. It’s choosing to be honest, fair, and helpful, not because you have to, but because it feels amazing to make the world a better place.
Faithfulness – The Pink Loyal Fruit: Imagine having a friend who sticks by your side through thick and thin, no matter what. That’s what faithfulness is all about! Faithfulness is like a cozy pink blanket of trust that we wrap around our friendships. It means keeping our promises and being there for our friends when they need us. Just like how a puppy is always excited to see you, faithfulness shows that you care deeply about others.
Gentleness – The White Feather Fruit: Have you ever held something fragile, like a delicate feather, and felt the need to be extra careful? That’s gentleness! Gentleness is like a soft, white cloud that helps us treat others with care and respect. It’s about using kind words, being patient, and understanding that everyone has feelings. When you’re gentle, you create a safe space for others to be themselves. and help them to experience God’s love.
Self-Control – The Rainbow Shield Fruit: Imagine you have a magical shield that helps you make wise choices. That’s self-control! Self-control is like a rainbow shield that protects us from making impulsive decisions that might not be good for us. It’s saying “no” to things that could hurt us and “yes” to things that help us grow and be happy. Just like how a captain steers a ship, self-control helps us stay on the right path.
Jesus Christ brings good news to our daily life. When we bear good fruit and not have selfish ambition, we are sure never to bear bad fruit. God will show us amazing things. This Fruit of the Spirit Bundle for kids is a perfect collection of simple ideas and creative ways to engage children in the early learning age group. A PDF digital download with coloring pages, fruit of the spirit craft, bible verses and verse cards, and lesson focus on “various fruit”.
Conclusion:Kids, the Fruit of the Spirit is like a treasure chest of virtues that can make you an amazing person. Each fruit – love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control – is like a puzzle piece that completes the picture of who you are becoming. So, let’s plant these wonderful fruits in our hearts, water them with love and care, and watch our lives blossom into a beautiful garden of kindness and positivity. Remember, you have the power to cultivate your own Fruit of the Spirit bundle and spread its magic wherever you go! So, there you have it – the amazing bundle of the Fruit of the Spirit! Just like collecting different colors of crayons, you can collect these qualities in your heart. When you practice love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control, you’ll become a shining example of all that’s good and kind in the world. Fill your heart with these special fruits and watch how your life becomes brighter and more beautiful, just like a rainbow after the rain.
You can find the bundle here. I truly hope you find this bible study and activities bundle to be helpful. I pray it serves as a useful tool in helping to teach your children about the love of our heavenly father.