Exegetical Aim: We must be prepared for the coming of Christ.

Props: A trumpet or a shofar (a ram’s horn used for blowing), and a volunteer who can blow it loudly. This will be done at the back of sanctuary without the children’s knowledge.

Lesson: Have all of the children facing one direction as they are seated. I want to talk about kings. A long time ago, kings were very important people. Wherever they went, people gave them proper respect. How do you think the people acted when their king was near? (response) People bowed to the king. Make a bow. Can you do that? Have the children bow. And people were very quiet when the king was near. You never talked to the king un…