The story of The Lost Sheep is a beautiful picture of how much we are loved and valued. On this page, you will find books, songs, activities, crafts, and Bible verses designed to help you share this truth in simple, meaningful ways.
Scripture: Luke 15:3-7
The New Bible in Pictures for Little Eyes : pg 306-307
The Beginner's Bible: pg 391-396
My Story Bible: pg 96-97
Through the Bible in Felt: pg 202
Character Trait: Forgiveness
Objective: We all sin but God will forgive us if we ask.
Definition: Treating someone as though they never hurt you, not holding a grudge, not blaming them
Opposite: Bitter, getting even
Big Thoughts for Little People: Letter F
Little Ewe: The Story of One Lost Sheep by Laura Sassi is a counting and rhyming book that tells the story of the Lost Sheep. While the Shepherd is never explicitly named as Jesus, this connection can easily be made during teaching or reading.
Shorten the verses as appropriate for the child's developmental level.
Psalm 86:5 (NIV)
You, Lord, are forgiving and good, abounding in love to all who call to you.
Romans 10:9 (NIV)
If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.
Psalm 103:12 (NIRV)
He has removed our sins from us. He has removed them as far as the east is from the west.
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Sheet available in the Bible Activity Workbook
Glue thinned cotton balls on the sheep. Glue small sticks on top.
Glue a pipe cleaner to the shepherd's staff.
All Printables Free for Immediate Family Use and with a Current License Only
Free Coloring Sheet for Immediate Family Use: Lost Sheep
Family or License Use Only: Cut out the pieces on the Paper Bag Lamb template. Open up a lunch-sized paper bag and fill with newspaper. Fold over the end and tape to close. On the bottom of the sack, glue the lamb face. Glue the legs to the sides of the bag. Add a cotton ball tail on the folded top of the bag.
Use items around your home or classroom and dress up like a shepherd. Robe, towel or paper sack along with a belt and a staff.
Provide the child with a toy shepherd's staff or cane, and several stuffed-animal sheep. Spread the sheep through the room or space. Let the child use the crook of the staff or cane to gather all the sheep, bringing them back to the fold (box or fenced in area). Tip: Do this activity yourself to confirm that the sheep and crook are at a proper ratio to actually carry a sheep.
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Available in the New Testament Curriculum, 2 Year Interactive Bible Stories, and 4 Year Interactive Bible Stories.
