The Good Samaritan (Luke 10:30–37) — Loving Like Jesus in Action
Overview (For Teachers)
This lesson helps kids understand that a “neighbor” isn’t only a friend or someone like us—it’s anyone who needs help. Jesus teaches compassion through the Good Samaritan: love is not just words; love moves.
Memory Verse
Luke 10:37 — “Jesus told him, ‘Go and do likewise.’”
Story Narrative (Teacher-Friendly)
A traveler went down the road from Jerusalem to Jericho and was attacked by robbers. He was badly hurt and left alone. A priest saw him but walked away. A Levite also looked and passed by. Then a Samaritan came—someone others didn’t expect to help. But he felt compassion, cleaned and bandaged the wounds, placed the man on his animal, and brought him to an inn. He paid for the man’s care and promised to return. Jesus ended by teaching: real love helps.
3 Lessons to Learn
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Compassion Stops. Love doesn’t rush past someone’s need.
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A Neighbor Is Anyone in Need. We don’t choose kindness only for “our people.”
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Mercy Costs Something. Helping may take time, effort, courage, or sharing—but it’s worth it.
Suggested Arts & Crafts (Related to the Topic)
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“Bandage Heart” Craft
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Cut a paper heart. Add small paper “bandages” (strips) across it. Write: “I can help!”
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Neighbor Helper Badge
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Make a circle badge: “Helper Like the Good Samaritan” with a heart icon. Pin/tape to shirt.
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Road to Jericho Diorama (Simple)
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Paper road strip, small rock doodles, and cutout characters. Kids retell the story by moving pieces.
ACTIVITY
Suggested Games
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Helper Relay
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Kids take turns “helping” a teammate (gentle guide-walk or carry a small towel) to a safe “inn” spot.
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Kindness Charades
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Act out helping actions (sharing, comforting, cleaning, giving). Class guesses.
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Stop-or-Pass?
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Teacher reads scenarios. Kids choose: “STOP and help!” or “PASS by!” Then discuss the best choice.
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4 Suggested Sunday School Songs (Theme-Fit)
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“This Little Light of Mine” (shine kindness and help)
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“Jesus Loves the Little Children” (love beyond differences)
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“Love One Another” (simple actions of love)
Wrap-Up Discussion Questions
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Who stopped to help? Why was that surprising?
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What does Jesus want us to do when someone is hurt or sad?
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What’s one “Go and do likewise” action you can do this week?
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