Bible verses for children
Come with a thankful heart.
Psalm 100:4
Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise. Give thanks to him, and bless his name.
Psalm 100:4 · World English Bible Classic (WEB)
In simple words
What does this verse mean?
The gates and courts are entrances and spaces at the place of worship. The singer invites people to arrive with thanks and praise. We can also practise gratitude in everyday places, noticing gifts and care without pretending that every experience is good.
Before joining a gathering, think of something you are thankful for and someone who helped make it possible. You might quietly thank them as well as thanking God.
Talk about it
Who helped make something good possible for you today?
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Bible context & readings +
Psalm 100 is a short call to joyful worship. Its final verse explains the thanksgiving through God’s goodness, loving kindness and faithfulness. The invitation to enter worship spaces does not mean that prayer is only heard inside a religious building.
Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.A simple prayer +
God, help us notice good gifts and thank the people who care for us. Amen.
A suggested prayer, written for this guide.