Crafts on God’s Promise to Abraham: Use these lesson activities in your Sunday School or Children’s Ministry when teaching the Story of Abraham for kids. Use the download link below for the directions and watch the video demonstration as you prepare this craft activity for your teaching.
Look at all those stars! Craft Ideas for God’s Covenant with Abraham: It is a blessing to know that God has given us promises and will always be faithful to keep them. In Genesis, He promised Abraham that his descendants would outnumber the stars in the sky. These crafts recall that beautiful covenant with star-themed elements. A “galaxy jar” uses glitter to represent starry constellations. Splatter paint shows a fun “sky” with a unique technique. And a “constellation collage” uses a variety of stars to celebrate the story and promises of the Lord’s love.
Bible Passage: Genesis 15:1-12, 17-18
More Bible Teaching Activities on God’s Promise:
- Watch the children’s sermon lesson and Bible craft activities for this Bible story
- Download our full God Keeps His Promises Sunday School Lesson
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- Compare another Story of Abraham for kids Bible lesson
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- Compare Covenant Promises craft activities for children’s ministry
- Download Sunday School coloring pages about God’s Promise to Abraham and coloring sheets about God Calling Abraham.
- Download a printable Abraham Bible story reader for kids
- Review these what the Bible says about faith as you prepare your lesson
Craft one: “Scattered Splattered Stars”
You will need:
- Paint (white or yellow)
- Toothbrush or paintbrush
- Scissors
- Construction paper, cardstock or cardboard
- Markers or decorating materials
- Stickers, glitter, jewels, or other decorations
Procedure:
- Decorate dark paper or cardstock with verses or captions.
- Use light-colored paint for the “starry spatter.” Have students dip a toothbrush or paintbrush into the paint and gently flick it to create a paint spray against the paper. Be sure to flick the paint AWAY from the child. This can get messy!
- Add extra stickers, glitter, and decorations as desired. Allow paint to dry and hang in a place for regular viewing, and to recall God’s promises!
Craft Two: “Galaxy Jar” Activity for Sunday School
You will need:
- Scissors
- Construction paper or cardstock
- Glue and/or tape
- Decorative materials (markers, crayons, stickers)
- Clear plastic container or water bottle
- Oil
- Glitter
- Food coloring (optional)
Procedure:
1. Decorate the jar with stickers and permanent markers.
2. Add verses and captions (taped paper).
3. Place a small amount of oil in the jar. Add food coloring drops if desired. Add water to almost fill the jar.
4. Add glitter to the jar. Tightly screw the lid and shake all items together. Enjoy admiring the “galaxy jar” as a reminder of God’s promises!
Craft Three: “Constellation Collage” Activity for Children’s Ministry
You will need:
- Scissors
- Construction paper or cardstock
- Glue and/or tape
- Decorative materials (markers, crayons, stickers)
- String or ribbon
- Hole punch
Procedure:
1. Cut star shapes out of paper, in various sizes, colors, and paper types.
2. Add verses and captions to paper or cardstock.
3. Place varied types of stars on the paper. This can include stickers, paper stars, and drawn stars.
4. If desired, add extra star papers beneath and around the initial collage, securing with glue, tape, or ribbon strung through the stars. Add glitter if preferred.
5. Place words or verses on the stars, and hang to admire and appreciate God’s faithfulness.
Bible Verses or Craft Activity Captions to Consider…
(Main Text: Genesis 15:1-15)
And behold, the word of the Lord came to him: “This man shall not be your heir; your very own son shall be your heir.” 5 And he brought him outside and said, “Look toward heaven, and number the stars, if you are able to number them.” Then he said to him, “So shall your offspring be.” 6 And he believed the Lord, and he counted it to him as righteousness. -Genesis 15:4-6
Like the stars in the sky…
God keeps His promises!
Father Abraham’s line fulfilled God’s covenant.
Trust in the Lord…He keeps ALL of His promises!