Introduction
- Greet the students and introduce yourself.
- Briefly explain the topic of the day (God as our potter).
Discussion
- lead a discussion with the students about the key points.
- Ask questions such as:
- What is pottery?
- How is God similar to a potter?
- What does it mean to trust God?
Activity
- Provide the students with clay or playdough and other materials to create their own pottery pieces.
- Allow them to share their creations with the class and explain what they symbolize.
Conclusion
- Briefly summarize the key points from the lesson and the discussion.
- Remind the students that God is always shaping us into the best versions of ourselves.
- Conclude the lesson by encouraging the students to trust in God’s plan for them.
Teacher Script
Introduction
Hi everyone, good morning! Today we’re going to learn about how God is like a potter and we are like clay.
Discussion
Alright, let’s discuss what we learned. What is pottery? (Discuss the answers with the students).
A potter can mold clay into different shapes. God is like a potter and we are like clay. What do you think that means? (Discuss the answers with the students).
Activity
Now, let’s create our own pottery pieces to show what we learned! I will provide you with clay or playdough and other materials.
(Distribute materials and allow the students to create their pottery pieces).
Once you’re finished, let’s share our creations with the class. Who would like to come up first and tell us about their work?
Conclusion
Today, we learned that God is like a potter who shapes us into the best versions of ourselves. Just like clay can be molded into something beautiful, God can mold us into something amazing too. all we need to do is trust in him.
Thank you for your participation!
Youth Ministry Lesson on Isaiah 64:1-9: Seeking God’s Presence with Passion – Youth Group Ministry