Object: Some large containers with things to fill them: trash, candy, clothes, empty bottles, etc.
Good morning to you and welcome to God's House. It really makes everyone feel good when God's house is filled and it makes us sad when it isn't filled. Jesus used to tell stories about how God wanted His Kingdom filled with people who wanted to believe and be a part of Him. Once he told a story about a great dinner that a king had prepared. The king invited all of his friends. But his friends made excuses and told the king that they couldn't come. Well, the king just sent his helpers out to find strangers so that his house would be filled by those who wanted to eat the good food. God always wants His church filled whenever there are services.
Let me show you something. Do you see this big b…