Last week I said I would include photos. I didn't take photos today. Sorry.
Today we played a few games. One of the boys got very distressed (he threw a tantrum) because he didn't win the game. We completed an activity sheet where the boys had their own soldier and a page of Armour pieces. We cut out the shield, sword, sandals, helmet, breast plate, belt and then glued them onto the soldier in the correct places. D finished first so he then added labels to his solider to make it look like mine. While we were completed the cut and paste activity (with a bit of colouring), I talked to the boys about times when Satan tries to get us to do the wrong thing. I reminded them that things don't always go our way and we might be tempted to hurt other people. God tells us to put on His Armour so that we can stand firm against the Devil. I asked the boys to mention times when we might be tempted to hurt others. When we wear the sandals of the Gospel of Peace, we don't have to worry about other people or Satan or situations making us weak, but we can return to the peace that only a relationship with Jesus can give. When we wear the Belt of Truth we don't have to worry about the horrible things people say to us, because we know the Truth about ourselves and God's love.
When the kids were finished their soldiers, we played hangman (which I later decided we should probably change) using 'parts' of the Armour. When we worked out the "Sword of the Spirit" I asked the boys if it was a real sword. They remembered, thankfully, that it wasn't a sword but what it really meant was The Bible. God's Word is the greatest 'weapon' we have to 'fight' against Satan.
Next week will be more 'sitting' and talking instead of running and chasing and doing. I will only have one child attending. So, it will be a great opportunity to talk one on one with him about his relationship. It is a rare opportunity.
Don't forget to put on your Armour every morning when you get ready to face the world. Remember every item and that God is with you always.
RESOURCES: I drew a soldier and the accessories myself. But if you would prefer to just press print, check out these links.
Black and White Poster
Printable in various colours
