Children's Message: Prepare the Way with John the Baptist (Mark 1:1-8)

How do we receive information? Is the news good, or frustrating? In this message, discuss who John the Baptist was and the message of hope he came to share. Encourage students to receive this good news and to tell others about the joy of Jesus. https://ministry-to-children.com/wp-c... https://ministry-to-children.com/john... Main Objective: John the Baptist is a key figure in the Bible, not only for His place as baptizer of Christ. The New Testament prophet brought the blessed news of Christ’s coming, announcing the Messiah and preparing the way for Him. This message communicates to kids that, while there is a lot of negative news emphasized, we know the greatest news of all. The Gospel is, by definition, good news, and we should share it with those around us! https://ministry-to-children.com/prep... https://ministry-to-children.com/curr... Optional Materials: Newspaper or periodical, letter/card, phone, computer (forms of receiving news and communication); also optional: megaphone, bell. Bible Passage: Mark 1:1-8 Message: Note: As with most messages, the details of how you choose to communicate this are adaptable and should cater to timing as well as to your audience and student needs. Use your judgment and ideas to best serve students.