Craft Ideas: John the Baptist Prepares the Way

These crafts coincide with John the Baptist, who was sent by God to prepare the hearts of people to know and love Jesus. A "treasure map" of sorts reminds kids what it means to point to something and prepare. A noise maker honors John as an announcer of good news. And a "bugs and honey plate" pays homage to the prophet's intriguing diet. Have fun! https://ministry-to-children.com/good... https://ministry-to-children.com/prep... https://ministry-to-children.com/wp-c... Make way! Someone special is coming! Who wouldn’t want to be the bearer of good news? The task of John the Baptist was an important one. He announced the coming of the Messiah. But he was not always celebrated and appreciated. He also brought a message calling people to repentance, and he wasn’t afraid to call out sin. John was eventually arrested and beheaded for his outspoken proclamations against wrongdoing. However, as we see the prophet at the beginning of Mark’s gospel, we focus on the importance of who he was and how God sent him to prepare the way for Jesus.