Seventh-Day Adventist Devotional For Children: “The Peaceful Garden”

DAILY BREAD – DEVOTIONAL FOR CHILDREN

EASTERN NIGERIA UNION CONFERENCE CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES

Wednesday, July 12, 2023

Title: The Peaceful Garden

“ And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:7

Once upon a time in a small village, there lived a group of young children who were curious and always seeking new adventures. One sunny afternoon, a wise elder named Benjamin saw their eagerness and shared a special story to teach them a valuable lesson about finding peace in their hearts.

In a bustling city called Philippi, there lived a kind and gentle lady named Lydia. She had a flourishing garden filled with beautiful flowers, fragrant herbs, and lush greenery. Lydia had faced many challenges in life, yet her heart was always filled with joy and peace that radiated to everyone she interacted with.

One day, a young boy named Samuel stumbled upon Lydia’s peaceful garden. Intrigued by its beauty, Samuel decided to explore it further. He walked through the garden, admiring the variety of colors and fragrances surrounding him. However, he noticed one flower that seemed different from the others. It was a delicate lily, gracefully swaying in the wind, standing tall and proud amidst the chaos of the other flowers.

Curiosity consumed Samuel, and he approached Lydia to inquire about the unique lily. She smiled knowingly and shared the words from Philippians 4:7, which said, “And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”

Lydia explained to Samuel that just like the lily, we all have the ability to find peace within ourselves, even in the midst of turmoil. She taught him that although life may have its challenges, God’s peace can guard our hearts and minds if we invite Him into our lives.

Samuel listened intently, and as he pondered Lydia’s words, he realized that true peace can never be found in material possessions or external circumstances. It resides within our hearts when we trust in God’s love and surrender our worries and fears to Him.

As the sun started to set, Lydia encouraged Samuel and his friends to plant their own gardens within their hearts, nurturing them with love, kindness, and trust in God. She reminded them that just like her garden, they had the power to bring beauty and peace into the world through their actions and attitudes.

From that day forward, Samuel and! his friends carried this lesson in their hearts, understanding that the peace of God surpasses all understanding. Inspired by Lydia’s example, they continued to cultivate their gardens, sowing seeds of peace, joy, and love wherever they went.

Friends, we can find true happiness and tranquility even in challenging situations by nurturing out! relationship with God and trusting in His promises of peace.

Thought for Reflection :
The key text reminds us that true peace comes from God, and it goes beyond our human understanding. It is a peace that guards our hearts and minds, even in difficult circumstances. As we trust in God and surrender our worries to Him, He brings us a peace that surpasses all earthly understanding.

Song
Peace, perfect peace, in this dark world of sin?
The blood of Jesus whispers peace within.

Chorus:
Peace, perfect peace, our future all unknown?
Jesus we know, and He is on the throne!

Peace, perfect peace, by thronging duties pressed?
To do the will of Jesus, this is rest.

Peace, perfect peace, with sorrows surging round?
On Jesus’ bosom naught but calm is found.

Prayer
Dear God, we come before you today with grateful hearts for the peace that you offer us. Help us to trust in you completely and surrender all our worries and fears to you. Like the lily in the garden, may your peace guard our hearts and minds, bringing us comfort and assurance. Help us to cultivate peace within ourselves and share it with others. In Jesus’ name, we pray, Amen.