Description
Looking for a hands-on way to kick off your New Year Bible lesson with kids? This Prayer Jar Craft is a meaningful and creative activity that helps children reflect on their spiritual goals, talk to God, and build faith as the year begins.
✨ What is the Prayer Jar Craft?
This printable resource includes four decorative paper slips that kids can cut out, decorate, and write on. Each slip prompts them to finish the sentence:
“My Prayer or Goal is:”
Then, they fold their slip and place it inside their personal Prayer Jar — a simple container where they store their hopes and conversations with God for the year.
🧒 Perfect for:
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Sunday School New Year lessons
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Homeschool devotions
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Church craft tables
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Family discipleship moments
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Children’s ministry kickoff events
🕊️ How to Use This in Your New Year Bible Lesson:
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Introduce the Verse:
📖 Revelation 21:5 – “Behold, I am making all things new.”
Explain that just like God makes things new, He also invites us to grow with Him each year. -
Discussion Starters:
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What is something you want to ask God for in the new year?
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How can we trust God with our hopes and dreams?
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What is one way you want to grow in your faith?
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Craft Instructions:
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Give each child a jar or paper cup labeled “Prayer Jar.”
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Let them write and decorate their slips with drawings or stickers.
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Encourage them to add new slips during the year and open them at the end to reflect.
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