Objects: Some horns, drums, and other party items.

Good morning, boys and girls. How many of you like a good party? (Let them answer.) Do you remember the last party that you went to? (Let them answer.) I brought along some things that I thought might help us think about a party. (Pass out the party toys.) If we were planning a really special party, we might even call in some clowns. Wouldn't that be an exciting way to have a party?

When do we have parties? (Let them answer.) That's right, birthdays and other times when we want to celebrate something that is really happy or important.

Jesus told a story about a father who had two sons. The older son was always good to his father and worke…