Loving Others Like Jesus – Sunday School Lesson for Kids (Age 3-10) on Serving with Love

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Loving Others Like God Loves Us

Bible Story: Jesus Washes the Disciples’ Feet (John 13:1–17)

Big Idea: I love others the way God loves me
Age Group: 3–10 years
Time Length: 30–40 minutes

This Sunday School lesson for kids is designed to help children discover how to love others the way God loves them through the powerful example of Jesus. In this engaging Bible lesson for children, kids will explore the story of Jesus serving His disciples and learn that true love is shown through kindness, humility, and helping others. This Christian lesson for kids invites children to talk about real-life situations, practice loving actions, and understand how God wants them to care for people around them every day.

Perfect for a children’s church lesson or classroom setting, this faith-based lesson for kids includes a Bible story, guided discussion, hands-on craft, memory verse with motions, and simple prayers that make learning fun and meaningful. Children will reflect on how they can serve at home, at school, and with friends while growing in their relationship with God. Perfect for Sunday School, homeschool, or children’s church.This lesson not only teaches biblical truth but also helps children build faith, develop trust in God, and learn how to live out His love in everyday life.

1. Welcome, Opening Prayer & Worship Time

Welcome

Hello, wonderful friends!
I am so glad you came today!
Before we start, I want you to think about this question:
Have you ever helped someone in a small way — like picking up toys, sharing a snack, or giving a hug?

Today, we’re going to learn that even small acts of love are very important to God!
We will hear about something surprising Jesus did to show His love.
Let’s get ready to learn how we can love like Jesus!

Opening Prayer (Repeat After Me)

Dear God,
Thank You for loving me.
Thank You for Jesus.
Help me serve others with love.
Amen.

Worship Songs (with motions)

1. “I’m in the Lord’s Army”
(March in place, salute, point upward)

2. “This Little Light of Mine”
(Shine hands side to side)

2. Bible Story for Kids– Jesus Washes the Disciples’ Feet

One night, Jesus was with His friends, the disciples.
They had been walking on dusty roads all day.
Their feet were dirty and tired.

In Bible times, servants washed people’s feet.
But Jesus was not a servant — He was their Teacher and Lord!

Jesus stood up.
He poured water into a bowl.
Then He knelt down and began washing His friends’ feet — one by one.

The disciples were surprised.
They said, “Jesus, why are You doing this?”

Jesus smiled and said,
“I am showing you how to love others.”

Jesus wanted them to understand something very important:
Loving others means serving them with kindness — even in small ways.

Jesus showed that God’s love is humble, gentle, and full of care.

3. Discussion & Life Application

What Does This Teach Us About God?

What does Jesus show us about God in this story?
👉 God is loving
👉 God is gentle
👉 God is not too proud to help
👉 God cares about people’s needs

Even though Jesus is powerful, He chose to serve.
That tells us God loves us deeply and wants us to love the same way.

❤️ Trusting God in Everyday Life

Sometimes we think loving others means doing big things…
But Jesus teaches us that small loving actions matter to God.

God helps us love others when:
• We feel tired
• We don’t feel like helping
• Someone is not nice to us

When we ask God for help, He gives us strength to serve with love.

🤔 What Would You Do If…?

What would you do if your friend dropped their crayons?
👉 I can help pick them up.

What would you do if your sibling is sad?
👉 I can give a hug or kind words.

What if someone doesn’t say thank you?
👉 I still help because I love like Jesus.

Faith Prompts

Let’s talk to God quietly in our hearts:
“God, help me love like Jesus today.”

God hears you. He will help you!

4. Christian Craft for Kids – ✋ Serving Hands Craft

“I Serve Like Jesus”

Purpose

This craft reminds children that loving others means serving with our hands and hearts.

Supplies

• Construction paper- [AMAZON LINK]
• Crayons- [AMAZON LINK]
• Scissors- [AMAZON LINK]
• Glue- [AMAZON LINK]
• heart stickers- [AMAZON LINK]

• Marker- [AMAZON LINK]

• Craft sticks- [AMAZON LINK]

Instructions

Trace both hands on paper and cut them out. ( can also be done only on one hand)
Write on one hand: “I Serve Like Jesus”
On the other hand, write or draw ways you can serve (help clean, share, be kind).
Decorate with hearts and colors.
Take it home to remember to love others like Jesus.

5. Memory Verse for Kids (Galatians 5:13)

Verse:

“Serve one another in love.” – Galatians 5:13

With Motions

Serve – Pretend to hand something
one another – Point to others
in love – Hug yourself

Repeat Practice

Say it together slowly, then louder, then whisper!

6. Weekly Faith Challenge

This week, choose one way to serve someone every day.
You can:
• Help clean up
• Share toys
• Be kind with words
• Pray for someone

Each time you serve, say:
“I serve like Jesus!”

7. Closing Prayer

Dear God,
Thank You for showing us how to love.
Thank You for Jesus, who served others.
Help us serve with happy hearts.
We trust You to help us love every day.
Amen.