How can we help children remember what Jesus has done for them in a way that sticks? The Time to Remember lesson, part of the Time With God Unit, gives learners hands-on ways to see God’s promises fulfilled through Jesus. Using a story, activities, and crafts, kids learn that remembering is more than recalling facts—it’s about trusting God’s plan and holding onto His promises.
Bible Verse: 2 Timothy 2:8 — “Remember Jesus Christ, raised from the dead, descended from David.”
What Kids Learn in the Time to Remember Lesson
This lesson teaches learners that:
- God’s promises have always pointed to Jesus.
- Remembering Jesus means reflecting on His life, death, and resurrection.
- Every part of the Bible connects to God’s plan for salvation.
Lesson Resources
Whole Group Activity
Read The Garden, the Curtain, and the Cross by Carl Laferton. Then walk through the God’s Perfect Plan Map, using icons and discussion cards. At each stop, learners retell what happened, why it mattered, and how it points to Jesus.
Learning Resources
- Song Book: Sing “Time to Remember” to reinforce how Jesus fulfilled God’s promises.
- Time With God Passport: Learners glue their Remember stamp in their passport as a reminder of time spent reflecting on what Jesus did.
Small Groups / Centers
- Remember Jesus Booklet: Students complete and personalize a booklet that helps them retell the story of God’s promise through Jesus.
Crafts and Printables
- Promise Keychain: A printable tag with beads, laminated and attached to a keyring as a reminder of God’s promises.
- God’s Plan Wristbands: Students color and wear wristbands as a visual reminder of Jesus’ sacrifice.
- Coloring Page & Memory Verse: Students trace and color the verse, then create a bracelet to wear as a verse reminder.
Why This Lesson Matters
Children need more than just Bible knowledge…they need to see how Jesus’ life and resurrection fulfill God’s promises. The Time to Remember lesson helps kids reflect on the gospel in a personal and age-appropriate way.
Extend the Lesson
Teaching this unit doesn’t have to mean running around for supplies. I’ve gathered all of the books and tools you need to complete the Time With God lessons in one place. You can find my curated recommendations in the Amazon Time With God List.
Connect With the Unit
The Time to Remember lesson is one of six in the Time With God Unit, which helps learners practice key spiritual habits: prayer, study, remembrance, praise, and giving. Read the full blog post about the Time With God Unit here
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