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Thursday, October 30, 2025

Lyric Sheet: Keep Your Heart Pure Audio -Crafts, Memory Verse




๐ŸŽถ Lyric Sheet: Keep Your Heart Pure

(Singable, printable, and perfect for devotion time)

Verse 1
When the world feels loud and wrong,
And the path is hard and long,
Let your heart stay clean and true,
Let His light keep shining through.

๐ŸŽต Chorus (your original)
Keep your heart pure, keep your life right,
So Jesus will shine through you.
Keep your eyes upon the Lord,
One great day you'll have reward.
Keep your steps within His Way,
Be pure in all you do and say.
So Jesus will bless you when you pray.

Verse 2
When your friends all turn away,
And you’re tempted not to pray,
Stand for truth, don’t be afraid—
God delights in us when we obey.

Bridge
Purity is more than clean—
It’s living within God's grace, not mean.
It’s choosing love when hate feels strong,
It’s singing hope when things go wrong.

Final Chorus (repeat)
Keep your heart pure, keep your life right… (etc.)

Susan Barker Nikitenko October 29, 2025© MbSuPmRMNMKBPBPASTGBC#67





 Hands-on craft activity built around Psalm 51:10 (KJV):
“Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me.”


✂️ Craft Title: “Stained-Glass Heart of Purity”

๐Ÿงก Objective:

Help children reflect on the meaning of purity and renewal by creating a stained-glass-style heart with Psalm 51:10 at the center.


๐Ÿงฐ Materials:

  • Tissue paper in soft colors (light blue, green, pink, yellow)
  • Clear contact paper or wax paper
  • Black construction paper (for heart frame)
  • Scissors, glue sticks, markers
  • Printable verse strip: Psalm 51:10 (KJV)
  • Optional: glitter glue, stickers, small cross cutouts

๐Ÿชž Instructions:

  1. Create the Heart Frame:
    Cut a large heart shape out of black construction paper. Then cut out the center, leaving a thick border—like a heart-shaped window.

  2. Prepare the “Glass”:
    Cut small squares of tissue paper. Stick them randomly onto a piece of contact paper or wax paper to create a stained-glass effect.

  3. Assemble the Window:
    Place the heart frame over the tissue paper collage and glue it down. Trim the edges so the tissue fits neatly inside the heart.

  4. Add the Verse:
    Write or glue a printed strip of Psalm 51:10 across the center or bottom of the heart. Use decorative lettering or stickers to highlight key words like “clean heart” and “right spirit.”

  5. Decorate with Meaning:
    Around the heart, glue small cutouts or write words that reflect purity:

    • Truth
    • Kindness
    • Obedience
    • Faith
    • Forgiveness
  6. Display or Gift:
    Hang the finished craft in a window so the light shines through, or give it as a gift to someone who needs encouragement.


๐Ÿง  Teaching Tie-In:

As children build their stained-glass hearts, talk about how God shines through a clean heart—just like light through a window. Discuss how purity isn’t about being perfect, but about being honest, humble, and open to God’s Spirit.


Psalm 51:10 (KJV):

“Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me.”





  • A decorated envelope labeled “My Pure Heart Prayers”
  • Pastel-colored hearts spilling out, each with a short purity-themed prayer like:
    • “I will speak kindly today”
    • “I will keep my thoughts clean”
    • “Create a clean heart for me, O God” — Psalm 51:10

This visual is perfect for guiding children through a hands-on reflection activity. 

✂️ Craft Activity: “Heart Purity Pockets”

Objective: Help children reflect on what it means to keep their hearts pure by creating a pocket full of purity prayers and promises.

Materials:

  • Printable heart shapes (or cut from construction paper)

  • Small envelopes or folded paper pockets

  • Markers, stickers, glue

  • Strips of paper with purity-themed verses or fill-in-the-blank prayers

  • Optional: glitter glue or white feathers to symbolize purity

Instructions:

  1. Decorate the Pocket: Let each child decorate their envelope or folded paper pocket with the title “My Pure Heart Prayers.”

  2. Fill the Heart: Give each child 3–5 heart shapes. On each heart, they write a short prayer or promise like:

    • “I will speak kindly today.”

    • “I will forgive even when it’s hard.”

    • “I will keep my thoughts clean.”

  3. Add Scripture Strips: Include verses like Psalm 51:10, Matthew 5:8, or Philippians 4:8.

  4. Reflection Time: Invite children to pull one heart from their pocket each day and pray it aloud.

 

Memory Verse



All Susan B Nikitenko 2025© 

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Tuesday, June 3, 2025

Virtue Lessons: 10 or more Craft Ideas for Virtue Spiritual Growth - 2 Peter 1:4-9

Download and Print Only for These Lessons                                                                       Abraham


Sand & Stars" Promise Jar ๐Ÿบ

  • Lesson Connection: God told Abraham his descendants would be like the sand and stars (Genesis 22:17).

  • Materials: Small jar, sand, glitter, paper, markers.

  • Instructions:

    1. Fill a jar with sand and glitter to represent God’s promise.

    2. Write 2 Peter 1:4-9 on a tag and attach it.

    3. Discuss how God’s promises help us grow in virtue and faith!




"Pack Up and Move" Backpack Craft ๐ŸŽ’

  • Lesson Connection: Abraham trusted God and left his home to follow His plan (Genesis 12:1-4).

  • Materials: Construction paper, scissors, glue, markers.

  • Instructions:

    1. Cut out a backpack shape from construction paper.

    2. Write Hebrews 11:8 on a small paper and glue it inside.

    3. Add "virtue supplies" like faith, patience, kindness written on small cutouts.

    4. Talk about how following God requires trust and preparation!


Abraham Pattern








Abraham


1. "Stars of Promise" Craft

  • Lesson Connection: God promised Abraham that his descendants would be as numerous as the stars (Genesis 15:5).

  • Materials: Black construction paper, gold/silver star stickers, glue, markers.

  • Instructions:

    1. Write 2 Peter 1:4-9 at the top of the paper.

    2. Draw Abraham looking up at the sky.

    3. Add star stickers and write words like faith, virtue, knowledge, self-control on them.

    4. Discuss how God’s promises help us grow in faith!





Esther


Craft for Queen Esther Lesson: Crown of Virtues

Materials Needed:

  • Gold construction paper or cardstock

  • Scissors

  • Glue or tape

  • Markers or stickers

  • Printable virtue labels (faith, virtue, knowledge, etc.)

Instructions:

  1. Cut out a crown shape from gold construction paper.

  2. Write each virtue from 2 Peter 1:4-9 on separate paper strips.

  3. Glue or tape the virtue strips onto the crown.

  4. Decorate with stickers, gems, or drawings.

  5. Wear the crown as a reminder to live like Queen Esther—faithful and courageous!


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David


Craft for David Lesson: David’s Stones of Virtue

Materials Needed:

  • Small smooth stones or paper cutouts

  • Markers or paint

  • A small pouch or paper bag

Instructions:

  1. Write each virtue from 2 Peter 1:4-9 on separate stones or paper cutouts.

  2. Decorate them with colors or symbols.

  3. Place them in a pouch or bag, just like David’s five smooth stones.

  4. Use them as a reminder that virtues are our weapons against life’s challenges!


Joseph

Craft for Joseph’s Lesson: The Coat of Many Virtues

Materials Needed:

  • Construction paper (various colors)

  • Scissors

  • Glue

  • Markers

Instructions:

  1. Cut out a coat shape from construction paper.

  2. Cut smaller strips of colored paper and write each virtue from 2 Peter 1:4-9 on them.

  3. Glue the strips onto the coat, creating a colorful “coat of virtues.”

  4. Decorate with drawings or stickers to personalize the craft.

This craft helps children visualize Joseph’s faith and virtues, reminding them to wear spiritual strength like Joseph did!



Jacob





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Very Easy

Ladder Craft Ideas for Spiritual Growth  

 Here are some engaging ladder crafts to help visualize the steps of faith, virtue, knowledge, temperance, patience, godliness, brotherly kindness, and charity. 

 Paper Ladder of Faith: Cut out eight paper rungs, each representing a virtue. Arrange them in ladder form, write each virtue on the steps, and decorate with Bible verses and drawings.  

Popsicle Stick Ladder: Use popsicle sticks to create a ladder structure. Attach eight horizontal steps and label them with the virtues from 2 Peter 1:4-9. Decorate them with colors and meaningful symbols.  

Clothespin Climbing Ladder: Hang a string vertically and use clothespins to hold small paper notes with each virtue. Move the clothespins upward as each step of growth is applied.  

Interactive "Climb the Ladder" Game: Draw a large ladder on a poster board with the virtues ascending in order. Use sticky notes for students to write examples of how they practice each virtue and place them on the correct step.  

Bible Verse Ladder Wall Art: Create a decorative ladder using wood, cardboard, or sturdy materials. Paint and label each rung with a virtue and its corresponding Bible verse. Hang it in a classroom or home as a daily reminder of spiritual growth.  

These crafts help visualize growth in faith and encourage believers to embrace God’s wisdom and character. 

Susan Barker Nikitenko2005©  MpLNopMnRAnnaBenColp

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Monday, September 15, 2014

Born Again Stickers, Labels, Tags





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Sunday, January 5, 2014

Craft Ideas For Wisdom Theme

Craft Ideas - Wisdom Theme




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Friday, January 4, 2013

A Children's Party Game for Valentine's Day - Heart Hunt - Kids Valentines Day Party ideas - Restored August 25th, 2014














Follow This Link To A Valentines Game -  Going On A Heart Hunt

http://www.apples4theteacher.com/holidays/valentines-day/party-games/heart-hunt.html


Lesson Idea:   God Heals The Broken Hearted




Jesus Loves The Many Children All Around - Valentines Day







Jesus Loves The Many Children All Around
Jesus Loves The Many Children All Around.
Doesn't Matter If Their Red Or Peach Or Brown.
So Let Us Love Him...... With All Of Our Might.
Pray To Him...... In The Day And In The Night.
Serve Him.. And Praise Him.. Wherever We Go;
With All Of Our Strength, With All Our Soul;
With All Of Our Heart, And All That We Know.
Serve Him.. And Praise Him.. Wherever We Go.
With All Of Our Strength, With All Of Our Soul;
With All Of Our Heart, And All That We Know;
Because Jesus Gave His Life And Loves Us So.
Jesus Loves The Many Children All Around.
Doesn't Matter If Their Yellow, Peach Or Brown.
So Let Us Rejoice.....In joy  With One Voice
And Making His Word.... Our Life And Our Choice.
With All Of Our Strength, With All Of  Our Soul;
With All Of Our Heart, And All That We Know.
Serve Him.. And Praise Him.. Wherever We Go;
With All Of Our Strength, With All Of Our Soul;
With All Of Our Heart, And All That We Know;
Because Jesus Is The Sunshine Of Our Soul.
Jesus Loves The Many Children All Around.
Doesn't Matter If Their Black Or Peach Or Brown.
So Let Us Walk In His Way, Each Given New Day.
Resisting Temptation....With Courage And Pray.
With All Of Our Strength, With All Of Our Soul;
With All Of Our Heart, And All That We Know;
Serve Him.. And Praise Him.. Wherever We Go;
With All Of Our Strength, With All Of Our Soul;
With All Of Our Heart, And All That We Know;
Because Jesus Is The One Who Keeps Us Whole.

Susan Y Nikitenko
Children's Song
August 3rd, 2012






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Friday, February 3, 2012

Jesus Is My Valentine Poster



Valentine's Day Crafts Project Card Craft for Kids Valentine's Day Heart-Shaped Petals Flower Making - Make a beautiful flower out of many cute hearts.

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Thursday, January 5, 2012

What Kind Of Apples - updated


What Kind Of Apples

If you were a tree;
of apples so bold;
What kind of apples;
would your tree limbs hold?

Would they be bitter;
Or would they be sweet?
Would your apples provide;
A nutritious treat?

Apples of goodness;
Filled with God's mercy?
Apples of pardon;
Grace for the thirsty?

In Jesus our tree;
Can bare joy divine.
Through trouble and trial;
Our Jesus would shine.

Apples of patience;
Longsuffering too.
What kind of apples;
Are falling from you?

Crab apples are green;
And bitter to eat.
Some apples are rotten;
and lay at ones feet.

A fruit bearing tree;
In Jesus I'm told.
Will bare sweet apples;
Sweet apples of gold.

Like honey they yield;
Providing the world.
With apples of goodness;
Produced by our Lord.

If you were a tree;
of apples so bold;
What kind of apples;
would your tree limbs hold?

Galatians 5:22-23
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering,
gentleness, goodness, faith, Meekness, temperance:
against such there is no law.


(Childrens Poem)
By: Susan Y Nikitenko
May 14th, 2011









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