Object Lesson | Puzzler

Source (Where I saw it): Original

Supplies:  Two Puzzles

Preparation: Remove most of the pieces of the puzzle, leaving only 2 or 3 pieces inside the box.

The object lesson & how I used it...

Main Point: We need to give God our all!

Illustration:  Walk up to the front and ask for one person from each side to play a game.  The idea of the game is who can put together their puzzle the fastest.  The winning person will get a prize.  Then hand each volunteer a puzzle and say go!  Once they open it up and see only a few pieces they will be confused.  Stop the game and ask them what is wrong.  Of course!  There are tons of pieces missing!  Ask the two volunteers to have a seat.

Explanation:  Show the kids the 3 pieces and explain that this is what many people do with God.  They want God to build a picture of their lives, but then only hand over 3 pieces.  It is impossible to see the complete picture of a puzzle with only 3 pieces, and in the same way we can’t see all of the plan has for us if we don’t give up every single area of our life to Him!