Exegetical Aim: Why God created dads.

Props: A jar with a lid that's very tight, a necktie, a TV remote control, and a pair of men's work gloves

Lesson: [Bring out the items in a bag or box so that no one can see all of them. First, hold up the jar with the tight lid. Make sure that it is too tight to be opened by a small child. Ask a smaller child if they can open it.] When I was a child and couldn't open a jar, I would always give it to someone who could. Do you know who it was?" (dad) That's right. One reason God created dads is because they are strong and can help provide for us.

Next, hold up the necktie, preferably a long one. "What do you suppose this is?" (response) "Who wears something like this? Do we put it on the dog to wear? Do mommies wear them? Who wears them?" (response)…