Jesus Heals A Man With Leprosy Craft
Introduction
Jesus is known for His miraculous healing power. One of the most significant stories of His healing is when He healed a man with leprosy. This story is not only a testament to Jesus’ power but also teaches us about compassion, faith, and obedience. This is why creating a craft based on this story can be an exciting way to teach children about these important values.
The Story of Jesus Healing a Man with Leprosy
In the book of Mark, chapter 1, verses 40-45, the story of Jesus healing a man with leprosy is told. In this story, a man with leprosy comes to Jesus and begs Him to heal him. Jesus, filled with compassion, touches the man and says, “I am willing, be cleansed.” The man is healed instantly, and Jesus instructs him to go and show himself to the priests and offer the prescribed sacrifices.
The Significance of the Story
This story is significant for several reasons. First, it shows Jesus’ compassion for those who are suffering. Despite the social stigma associated with leprosy, Jesus was not afraid to touch the man and heal him. Second, it shows us the power of faith. The man with leprosy had faith that Jesus could heal him, and Jesus rewarded that faith. Finally, it teaches us about obedience. Jesus instructed the man to go and show himself to the priests, and the man obeyed. This obedience was necessary for the man to be fully restored to his community.
The Craft
To create a craft based on this story, you will need the following materials:
- Construction paper
- Markers
- Glue
- Cotton balls
- Scissors
Start by having the children draw a picture of Jesus healing the man with leprosy on a piece of construction paper. They can use markers to color in the picture. Once they have finished, have them cut out small squares from another piece of construction paper. These squares will represent the sores on the man’s skin.
Next, have the children glue the squares onto the picture to represent the leprosy. Once they have done this, give them cotton balls to glue onto the picture to represent the healing. The cotton balls can be glued over the squares to show that the leprosy has been healed.
Conclusion
The story of Jesus healing a man with leprosy is a powerful one that teaches us about compassion, faith, and obedience. By creating a craft based on this story, we can help children understand these important values in a fun and interactive way. This craft is easy to make and can be a great addition to any Sunday school lesson or Bible study. Let us remember the power of Jesus’ healing and have faith in Him to heal us from any affliction.