“Hold On Tight!”
🧵 Object Lesson: “Hold On Tight!”
Theme: Trusting God, even when life feels uncertain
Scripture Reference: Genesis 28:15 — “I am with you and will watch over you wherever you go…”
KJV Genesis 28:15 And, behold, I am with thee, and will keep thee in all places whither thou goest,
🪢 Supplies Needed:
- A strong rope or thick yarn (about 4–5 feet long)
- A sturdy chair
- A small object to represent a child’s “burdens” (like a backpack or stuffed animal)
📘 Lesson Steps:
1️⃣ Introduce the Rope
Hold up the rope and explain: “This rope is strong—kind of like God’s promises. When we hold onto it, we’re holding onto something that won’t break.”
2️⃣ Tie It to the Chair
Tie one end of the rope firmly to the chair. “Let’s imagine this chair is like God's presence—solid, reliable, always there. The rope is our connection.”
3️⃣ Invite a Volunteer
Ask a child to hold the other end and take a few steps back. Now gently tug the rope. “Do you feel that? Even though you’re far from the chair, you’re still connected. That’s what Jacob learned—God is with us even when we’re not in a perfect place.”
4️⃣ Add a Burden
Let the child wear the backpack or hold the stuffed animal. “Life can feel heavy sometimes. Maybe you’re scared, sad, or unsure—like Jacob lying on a stone pillow in the dark.” Tug the rope again gently. “But if you hold on to God, He holds on to you.”
5️⃣ Try to Walk Away Without the Rope
Let the child drop the rope and walk a few steps. Ask: “How do you feel without it?” Then have them pick it back up and say: “When you hold onto God, you’re never alone. That’s the lesson of Jacob’s Ladder.”
🕊️ Wrap-Up Message:
Just like Jacob saw a ladder between heaven and earth, this rope shows us we’re connected to God. We might not see angels, but we can feel God’s pull in our hearts. His love is always reaching out—we just need to hold on.
💭 Thought of the Day
When life gets shaky, don’t let go. God is your rock, your rope, your forever connection. Hold on tight—He’s already holding you.
Susan Y Nikitenko 2025© MBNMRMPMKBPBGNANNABENN87676
