Prayer Jar Craft
📖 Bible Connection
Lesson: Prayer is talking to God! We can tell Him anything - our worries, our thanks, and our requests. A prayer jar helps us remember to pray and see how God answers!
Key Verse: "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." - Philippians 4:6
🛠️ Materials You'll Need
- 1 clean glass jar with lid (mason jar works great!)
- Decorative paper or paint
- Stickers, ribbons, or other decorations
- Small pieces of paper or index cards cut into strips
- Markers or pens
- Glue
📝 Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Clean Your Jar
Make sure your jar is clean and dry. Remove any labels.
Step 2: Decorate the Outside
Paint your jar or cover it with decorative paper. Add stickers, ribbons, or draw designs with markers. Make it special!
Step 3: Add a Label
Write "Prayer Jar" or "My Prayers" on the jar so everyone knows what it's for!
Step 4: Prepare Prayer Slips
Cut small pieces of paper into strips. Keep them near your jar with a pen.
Step 5: Start Praying!
When you have a prayer request, write it on a slip of paper with the date and put it in the jar. Pray about it!
Step 6: See God's Answers
When God answers a prayer, take out that slip and write "Answered!" on it. Keep answered prayers in a special place to remember God's faithfulness!
💭 Talk About It
- What kinds of things can we pray about?
- Does God always answer prayers the way we want?
- Why is it important to thank God for answered prayers?
- Who can you pray for today?
🖨️ Printable Template
Print this page for instructions and prayer slip templates!