Then collect the balloons and ask:
- On a scale of 1 to 5—with 1 being lousy and 5 being perfect—how good were you at keeping our balloon buddies off the ground? Why did you rate yourself that way?
- What was hard about keeping the balloons in the air?
God’s Unfailing Love
Say: Sometimes in real life, people let us down. People might break promises or forget to do something. Find a partner, and tell about a time someone disappointed you or let you down. Allow a few minutes for kids to share.
Read aloud Psalm 36:5-9, and ask:
- What does “unfailing love” mean to you?
- How would you show someone else unfailing love?
- What is one example of God’s unfailing love in your life?
Say: In our game, we let the balloon people down—literally! But God’s love never fails. He never lets us down! God holds each of us tenderly and lovingly in his arms always, no matter what. This Valentine’s Day, you can truly celebrate because you know God loves you!
This Valentine’s Day game for elementary students originally appeared here.
