The Grace Tree Project Is About Jealousy and Forgiveness Youth to Adult

The Tree of Grace – Meaning & Purpose

At its core, the Tree of Grace represents growth, forgiveness, and the renewing power of God’s love. In contrast to envy, which eats away at our joy (Proverbs 14:30), this tree reminds us that we are rooted in grace—and called to grow in love.

Each leaf on the tree tells a story:

• A prayer of release (“Lord, help me let go of this jealousy…”)

• A praise report (“Today I celebrated someone else’s win!”)

• A Scripture promise (“Love envieth not.” – 1 Corinthians 13:4)

It becomes a living testimony wall—transforming envy into encouragement.

Here’s a visual representation of the Tree of Grace—

ready to be used as part of your dramatic reading or craft activity. 

Name Tag or Decorative

You can encourage participants to write something inside the leaf like:

• A jealousy they want to surrender

• A celebration of someone else’s success

• A prayer for a friend they once envied

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Option 1: As a Closing Activity after your “Green-Eyed Monster” drama or song, invite students to write on green leaf cutouts:

• Something they’re jealous of

• A prayer asking God to help Then, place the leaves onto a large tree drawn or posted on the wall.

Option 2: Ongoing Devotional Space Keep the Tree of Grace up during a series of lessons on character and faith. Let students add leaves anytime they experience growth, forgiveness, or contentment.

Option 3: Artistic Interpretation Turn it into a coloring poster or stained-glass craft—each leaf colored in as students reflect on biblical truths about jealousy, kindness, and grace.

Susan  Y Nikitenko June 16th 2025©  MPMBKRYSTA ANNABEN PATCOLO

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