Dive into a fun and meaningful journey of giving and tithe! Discover Bible stories, verses, songs, and hands-on activities that make learning about generosity exciting for little ones. Scroll down for inspiration to make these lessons come alive!
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The Widow's Offering (Mark 12:41-43, Luke 21:1-4)
Jesus praises a poor widow for giving two small coins, which were all she had, teaching that the heart behind giving matters more than the amount.
The Feeding of the 5,000 (John 6:1-14)
A young boy gave his small lunch of five loaves and two fish to Jesus, who used it to feed thousands, showing how God can multiply even small acts of generosity.
The Early Church Shares Everything (Acts 4:32-35)
In the early church, believers shared everything they had so that no one was in need, showing the importance of generosity and community giving.
The Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37)
The Samaritan gave his time, money, and resources to help a man in need, demonstrating love and generosity to others.
The Rich Young Ruler (Matthew 19:16-22)
Jesus tells a rich young man to sell his possessions and give to the poor, teaching the importance of valuing generosity over wealth.
Elijah and the Widow at Zarephath (1 Kings 17:8-16)
A widow, though having very little, gives Elijah her last bit of food, and God provides for her needs in return, showing that giving in faith is blessed by God.
The Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14-30)
This parable teaches the importance of using what God has entrusted to us wisely and generously, whether it's time, talents, or resources.
Barnabas Sells His Land and Gives to the Apostles (Acts 4:36-37)
Barnabas sold his land and gave the proceeds to the apostles to support the early church, showing an example of sacrificial giving.
Cain and Abel (Genesis 4:2-11)
Abel gave God his best in tithe, while Cain did not. Not receiving God's blessing, Cain was angry and killed his brother.
2 Corinthians 9:7c
God loves a cheerful giver.
Deuteronomy 16:17 NIV
Each of you must bring a gift in proportion to the way the Lord your God has blessed you.
Psalm 41:1
Blessed is he who cares for the poor; the LORD will deliver him in the day of trouble.
Matthes 6:19-21 NIV
Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.
Mark 10:21 NIV
Jesus looked at him and loved him. “One thing you lack,” he said. “Go, sell everything you have and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me.”
2 Corinthians 9:6-7
Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously. Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.
Romans 12:20
If your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him something to drink. In doing this, you will heap burning coals on his head.
Acts 20:35
In everything I did, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said: "It is more blessed to give than to receive."
Luke 6:38
Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.”
Luke 11:41
But now as for what is inside you—be generous to the poor, and everything will be clean for you.
Colossians 4:1
Masters, provide your slaves with what is right and fair, because you know that you also have a Master in heaven.
1 Timothy 6:17-18 NIV
Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment. Command them to do good, to be rich in good deeds, and to be generous and willing to share.
Introduce your preschoolers to the God's love with our fun and engaging New Testament Curriculum. Filled with interactive Bible stories, play-based activities, and learning crafts, this Curriculum brings the teachings of Jesus to life in a way young children will understand and enjoy.
O be careful little eyes what you see (point to eyes)
O be careful little eyes what you see
For the Father up above (point up for Jesus)
Is looking down in love (put hand to eyes and look down)
O be careful little eyes what you see
Additional Verses:
…little hands what you do
…little feet where you go
…little ears what you hear
…little mouth what you say
…little mind what you think
by: Idalee Wolf Vonk
Keep giving is your heart this year
Then share with all you know
And you will be surprised to find
How giving makes you grow
Sheet available in the Bible Activity Workbook
Color with broken crayons.
All Printables Free for Immediate Family Use or with a Current License Only
Sponge paint the Tithe Poster using coin shaped (circle) sponges. Glue on a piece of construction paper.
Create an envelope from the Heart Envelope template. Follow the directions on the pdf. Allow the child to fill the envelope with money to give to God during the church offering.
Make a bank out of a cylinder container. Cut a slit in the lid. Decorate and write, "I Can Give to God." Place coins and money in the bank to give to church, missionaries, or other ministries.
Set up a pretend offering time in class or your home using play money or small tokens. Let the child "give" their money in a pretend offering plate (or whatever is used in church), and talk about how we give back to God with a thankful heart.
Read the story of Cain and Abel from Genesis 4:2-12, focusing on the idea of giving our best to God. Discuss how Abel gave his best offering while Cain did not, and how we can give our best too.
Assist the child in making “thank you” cards for God, expressing their appreciation for the blessings in their lives. Talk about how giving is a way to say "thank you" to God for all He has done.
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The main point behind tithing is that all we have is not ours but God's. He asks that we give some back to Him with a happy heart.
Use leftover Halloween, birthday, or Christmas candy to teach tithing. Read more...
As a family choose a place to serve and give (i.e. Local Soup Kitchen, help an elderly neighbor, make cookies for someone, give to Good Will, Samaritan's Purse)
It is so important to give your child a work ethic and teach that any money that comes their way is God’s and they are simply stewards of it. Here are a few ideas we are did in our home.
Available in the New Testament Curriculum, 1 Year Interactive Bible Stories. and 2 Year Interactive Bible Stories.
