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Full Lesson Flow
Teaching Outline
Work through the lesson in order, with each section building on the last.
Happy Opening (2 minutes): “Impossible?” Balloon Pop! (Object Lesson + Movement)
Materials: 1 balloon (or a paper crumple ball), a marker
- Hold up the balloon and say: “Can I make this balloon tiny again after I blow it up? That feels hard!”
- Blow it up a little and say: “Sometimes things feel too hard.”
- Say the week’s happy question: “Do you think Heavenly Father can do hard things?”
Say: “In our scripture story, Heavenly Father asked a big question: ‘Is any thing too hard for the Lord?’ (Genesis 18:14).”
(Transition) “Let’s act out the story and listen for that question!”
Simple Scripture Story (5 minutes): Abraham, Sarah, and the Promise (Interactive Discussion + Role-Play)
Materials: 2 simple scarves (for Abraham/Sarah), a baby doll or small blanket bundle (for Isaac)
- Choose two children (or you and a helper) to wear scarves and be Abraham and Sarah.
- Tell it simply: “Abraham and Sarah wanted a baby. They waited a long time. Heavenly Father made them a promise.”
- Read the key line (short and clear): “Is any thing too hard for the Lord?” (Genesis 18:14).
Ask: “When you have to wait, how can you keep trusting Heavenly Father?” - Show the baby doll/bundle: “The Lord kept His promise!”
(Transition) “Now we will play little games to help our hearts remember: Heavenly Father keeps His promises.”
Big Idea (repeat often)
“Heavenly Father keeps His promises—even when we have to wait.”
Wiggle and Learn Activities (12–15 minutes total, short + varied)
1) “Promise Papers” Mix-Up (Hands-On + Simple Puzzle)
Materials: Paper strips with words from the first sentence of Genesis 18:14 (prepared ahead), tape
- Mix the strips on the floor.
- Let children work together to put them in order.
- Read it together: “Is any thing too hard for the Lord?” (Genesis 18:14).
What to say: “When something feels hard, we remember: nothing is too hard for the Lord.”
Connect: “Now that our words are in order, let’s move our bodies with a ‘trust’ game!”
2) “Follow the Angel!” Escape Path (Game + Physical Activity)
Materials: A simple path made with paper footprints or tape arrows
- Say: “Lot’s family lived in a wicked city. Angels told them to leave and be safe.”
- Have children follow the footprint path quickly to a “safe spot” (a chair or corner).
- Practice one rule: “Go forward—don’t turn around.”
What to say: “The Lord can help us ‘escape’ from evil and ‘look not behind’ (Genesis 19:17). We can choose to go the right way.”
Connect: “We followed directions! Next, let’s practice obeying with a listening game.”
3) “Do What the Lord Commands” Listening Game (Music & Movement)
Materials: None
- Play “Teacher Says” with gospel actions: “Fold arms,” “Smile,” “Walk to the door,” “Come back,” “Sit criss-cross.”
- Keep it fast—10–20 seconds per direction.
What to say: “Abraham and Sarah showed faith. The Come, Follow Me lesson says, ‘Abraham and Sarah trusted God’ (Come, Follow Me—For Home and Church: Old Testament 2026, ‘February 23–March 1. “Is Any Thing Too Hard for the Lord?”’). We can trust Him too.”
Connect: “Now we’re ready for a special picture that helps us remember.”
4) “My Waiting Hands” Heart Craft (Hands-On Craft)
Materials: Paper hearts, crayons, stickers
- Give each child a paper heart.
- Invite them to draw one thing they can do while they wait (pray, be kind, help).
What to say: “Sometimes we wait. But we can keep doing good and trusting Heavenly Father.”
Connect: “Let’s look at a picture that shows God’s love and obedience.”
Picture Time (2–3 minutes): Gospel Art Book
Use: Gospel Art Book no. 9 (Abraham and Isaac)
Questions:
- “What do you see in the picture?”
- “Do you think obeying can feel hard sometimes?”
- “How can Heavenly Father help us when something feels hard?”
Tie to Big Idea: “Heavenly Father keeps His promises, and He helps us obey.”
Song and Actions (2–3 minutes): Children’s Songbook
Song: “Keep the Commandments” (Children’s Songbook, 146–47)
Actions (simple):
- “Keep” = hold hands like you’re holding something safe
- “Commandments” = point up, then touch heart
- “Happy” (if it comes up) = big smile and hands on cheeks
Say: “Obeying helps us stay close to Heavenly Father, even while we wait for blessings.”
Jesus Loves Me Moment (2 minutes)
Say: “Today we learned: ‘Is any thing too hard for the Lord?’ (Genesis 18:14). Heavenly Father kept His promise to Abraham and Sarah. He can keep His promises to us too.”
Invite sharing (very short): “Finish this sentence: ‘I can trust Heavenly Father when I…’”
Testimony (simple and child-friendly): “I know Heavenly Father loves you. I know He keeps His promises.”
Take-Home Hug (this week)
“Pick one ‘waiting’ moment this week (waiting for a turn, a treat, or bedtime). Put your hand on your heart and whisper: ‘Heavenly Father keeps His promises.’ Then do one kind thing.”
Teacher Survival Tips
- Keep every activity “tiny”: if attention drops, move on immediately—no guilt.
- Give jobs to wigglers: “You hold the word strip,” “You lead the footprint path,” “You hold the picture.”
- Repeat the Big Idea often (same words each time): “Heavenly Father keeps His promises—even when we have to wait.”