Bible Texts:
Psalm 51
Children's Bible Story sources:
“Covered in Mud,” Psalm Book: Prayers and Poems for Kids, p.82
Children's Story Resources
The Little Tree That Would Not Share by Nicoletta Costa
A little tree doesn’t want to share his leaves, shade, or branches with anyone. When he sees the world around him full of life because of sharing, will he change his mind?
How these stories are connected: The little tree thought he was better than everyone else. He gets upset when he starts to lose his leaves, but Ada the crow calms him down by teach him about the seasons. He becomes less selfish and celebrates spring with new friends. The Psalm is a prayer asking God to forgive us for the things we do that are wrong. Perhaps it is a prayer the little tree might have prayed!
Questions about The Little Tree That Would Not Share:
What happened when he started to lose his leaves?
Who helped him?
Why did he celebrate with everyone in the Spring?
Questions about the Bible story:
This prayer is written by King David, who did something bad and wanted God to forgive him.
What does forgiveness do?
Why is forgiveness important?
Questions about our lives:
How can we be forgiven when we are selfish like the tree, or do something bad like King David?
Why does God want to forgive us?
Prayer
God, forgive us when we are selfish. Help us to share what we have and celebrate with others. Amen.
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