👪CHILDREN’S CORNER SAFEROOM
🌈Ages 2–11 • Gentle • Joyful • Simple • God-centered
🌿A Message to Parents & Guardians
The Children’s Corner SafeRoom is a gentle, faith-centered space designed especially for young hearts. It is guided by someone with more than 31 years of real classroom experience — teaching students from kindergarten through 12th grade, including special needs, and even first-generation college students. After decades of hearing children’s real stories, supporting teens through real-life challenges, and helping families navigate school, friendships, emotions, and faith, Shawna brings the same heart of care into this Safe Room.
Every message is created to be age-appropriate, comforting, faith-centered, and grounded in genuine educational and emotional experience. While Shawna is not a licensed therapist, she is an educator who has spent her life listening, guiding, and inspiring thousands of students — and she now offers that same gentle support to your children, reminding every child that they are seen, loved, and never alone!
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🌈Welcome to the Children’s Corner! 🧸
Hi sweet friends! I’m so glad you’re here.
This is a happy place where YOU can learn, grow, smile, and feel God’s love every week.
Here, you’ll find:
Little lessons about God’s love
Encouraging stories
Kid-sized versions of Encouraging Mondays
Prayers just for children
Fun tips to help you learn and shine
A rainbow link to the Safe Room — a special place for thoughts and feelings
Every Monday, your Encouraging Mondays message will appear here in kid-friendly words you can understand and enjoy!
⚠️Parent Guidance / Disclaimer
📝Parent Note:
This page is created for children with the support of a parent or guardian.
If your child wishes to share a question or thought, please email on their behalf.
Only first names or initials will ever appear publicly, and all messages are reviewed for safety and kindness.
Encouraging Mondays does not collect or store children’s personal information.
🌈 Children’s Corner Encouraging Mondays
Monday, April 13, 2026
🎯 Theme: “Knowing God, Not Just Knowing About Him”
📖 KEY VERSE (NLT – Child-Friendly)
“But those who wish to boast should boast in this alone:
that they truly know me and understand that I am the Lord…”
— Jeremiah 9:24 (NLT, simplified)
📖 TODAY’S MESSAGE FOR KIDS
Tell the children:
“God doesn’t just want us to hear about Him—
He wants us to know Him and be close to Him!”
🧸 Explain gently:
• You can hear about God from others, but God wants to know you personally
• Knowing God means talking to Him, listening, and spending time with Him
• The Bible helps us learn who God is and how much He loves us
• God is kind, loving, and always ready to be close to you
💛 Reassurance statement:
“You can talk to God anytime, and He is always happy to spend time with you.”
🍎 CHILD-FRIENDLY TEMPLE CARE MOMENT
Connect body care to God’s love
Teach them:
• When you eat healthy foods and drink water, your body feels better
• When your body feels good, you can focus and enjoy learning about God
😊 Say together:
“I take care of my body so I can grow and learn!”
😊 Call it:
“Ready to Learn and Grow!”
SIMPLE ACTIVITY
“Time with God”
Invite the child to choose ONE:
• Say a short prayer to God
• Listen to a Bible story
• Sit quietly and say, “Hi God, I love You!”
• Draw a picture of you spending time with God
🧸 Reminder:
“Every time you spend time with God, you are getting to know Him more!”
🙏🏼 DAILY PROCLAMATION (CHILDREN)
Before we finish, let’s say a prayer together
My Daily Proclamation
Jesus, today I choose You.
I give You my heart.
I give You my choices.
I give You my day.
Help me love what is good.
Help me choose what is right.
Help me listen when You lead me.
Jesus, I want to live happy.
I want to live kind.
I want to live whole.
I trust You.
I follow You.
I belong to You.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
🙏🏼 CLOSING PRAYER FOR CHILDREN
“Jesus,
Thank You for wanting to know us and be close to us.
Help us spend time with You every day.
We love You.
In Your Name, Jesus,
😊 Much love for you all!!!
🧸 Have a joyful, peaceful, Blessed day!
🌈 Children Corner SafeRoom Encouraging Mondays Message
📅 Monday April 6, 2026
🧸 Theme: “Getting to Know Jesus”
📖 KEY VERSE (NLT – Child-Friendly)
“Yes, Jesus did many other miraculous signs… but these are written so that you may continue to believe that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God…”
— John 20:31 (NLT, simplified)
📖 TODAY’S MESSAGE FOR KIDS
🧸Tell the children:
“Today we are learning that the Bible helps us know who Jesus is.
And the more we know Jesus, the more we understand how much He loves us!”
Explain gently:
• The Bible is like a special book that tells us about Jesus
• Jesus wants to be your friend and be close to you
• When you read or hear God’s Word, you learn how kind and loving He is
• You don’t have to be perfect—Jesus loves you just the way you are
💖 Reassurance statement:
“Jesus loves you, is always with you, and is happy when you spend time learning about Him.”
🍎 CHILD-FRIENDLY TEMPLE CARE MOMENT
Connect body care to God’s love
Teach them:
• Eating fruits and healthy foods helps your body grow strong
• When your body feels good, it’s easier to listen, learn, and have joy
🧸 Say together:
“I take care of my body because God loves me!”
🧸 Call it:
“Strong Body, Happy Heart!”
💛 SIMPLE ACTIVITY
“Get to Know Jesus Time”
Invite the child to choose ONE:
• Listen to a Bible story about Jesus
• Draw a picture of Jesus loving people
• Say “Hi Jesus” and talk to Him like a friend
• Ask someone to read you a Bible verse
💛 Reminder:
“Every time you spend time with Jesus, you are growing closer to Him!”
🙏🏼 DAILY PROCLAMATION (CHILDREN)
Before we finish, let’s say a prayer together.
My Daily Proclamation
Jesus, today I choose You.
I give You my heart.
I give You my choices.
I give You my day.
Help me love what is good.
Help me choose what is right.
Help me listen when You lead me.
Jesus, I want to live happy.
I want to live kind.
I want to live whole.
I trust You.
I follow You.
I belong to You.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
🙏🏼CLOSING PRAYER FOR CHILDREN
“Jesus,
Thank You for loving us and helping us learn who You are.
Help us spend time with You every day.
We love You.
In Your Name, Jesus, Amen.”
💞 Much love for you all!!!
😊 Have a joyful, peaceful, Blessed day!
🌈 Children’s Corner SafeRoom — Encouraging Mondays
📅 For March 30, 2026
🎯 Theme: “Your Work Matters — Nothing Is Wasted”
📖 KEY VERSE (NLT – Child-Friendly)
“Be steadfast and immovable. Always work for the Lord.
Remember that nothing you do for Him is ever useless.”
— 1 Corinthians 15:58 (NLT)
💛 TODAY’S MESSAGE FOR KIDS
🧸 Tell the children:
“Today we are learning that every good thing you do for God matters.”
Explain gently:
• Sometimes you do something kind and no one notices.
• Sometimes you try your best and no one says thank you.
• Sometimes it feels like your effort doesn’t matter.
• But God sees everything.
The Bible tells us that nothing we do for God is useless.
That means:
Your prayers matter.
Your kindness matters.
Your obedience matters.
Your effort matters.
Even when you don’t see results right away.
God is growing something inside of you.
Reassurance statement:
“God sees your good choices, and nothing you do for Him is ever wasted.”
🍎 CHILD-FRIENDLY TEMPLE CARE MOMENT
Connect body care to God’s love
Teach them:
• Resting helps your body and brain grow strong.
• When you rest well, you can keep doing good things without feeling too tired.
Say together:
“God helps me rest and grow strong!”
Call it:
“Rest & Grow Week”
🧸 SIMPLE ACTIVITY
“Plant a Seed”
Invite the child to choose ONE:
• Plant a small seed (or pretend to plant one) and talk about how it grows over time.
• Draw a picture of something good you did this week.
• Tell someone one good choice you are proud of.
• Write or say one prayer and trust God to take care of it.
Reminder:
“Good choices grow, even when you can’t see them yet.”
🙏🏽 DAILY PROCLAMATION (CHILDREN)
Before we finish, let’s say a prayer together.
My Daily Proclamation
Jesus, today I choose You.
I give You my heart.
I give You my choices.
I give You my day.
Help me love what is good.
Help me choose what is right.
Help me listen when You lead me.
Jesus, I want to live happy.
I want to live kind.
I want to live whole.
I trust You.
I follow You.
I belong to You.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
CLOSING PRAYER FOR CHILDREN
“Jesus,
Thank You for seeing everything we do.
Help us remember that our good choices matter.
We love You.
In Your Name, Jesus, Amen.”
💞Much love for you all!!!
😊Have a joyful, peaceful, Blessed day!
🧸 Children’s Corner SafeRoom — Encouraging Mondays
📅 For March 23, 2026
🎯 Theme: “In the Work of the Lord — Everyday Good Choices”
📖 KEY VERSE (NLT – Child-Friendly)
“Be steadfast and immovable. Always work for the Lord. Remember that nothing you do for Him is ever useless.”
— 1 Corinthians 15:58 (NLT)
🌈 TODAY’S MESSAGE FOR KIDS
Tell the children:
“Today we are learning that God’s work can happen anywhere — even in your everyday life.”
Explain gently:
• God’s work is not only in church.
• God’s work can happen at school and at home.
• When you tell the truth, you are doing God’s work.
• When you help someone or forgive someone, you are doing God’s work.
The work of the Lord means:
Choosing kindness.
Choosing honesty.
Choosing patience.
Choosing love.
You don’t have to be on a stage to serve God.
You serve Him by how you live.
🧸 Reassurance statement:
“God sees your everyday good choices, and they matter to Him.”
🍎 CHILD-FRIENDLY TEMPLE CARE MOMENT
Connect body care to God’s love
Teach them:
• Eating healthy foods helps your brain think clearly.
• A clear mind helps you make wise and kind choices.
Say together:
“God helps me choose what is right!”
Call it:
“Wise Choices Week”
🌈 SIMPLE ACTIVITY
“God’s Work at Home”
Invite the child to choose ONE:
• Help clean up without being asked.
• Say something kind to someone today.
• Practice telling the truth even if it feels hard.
• Draw a picture of yourself doing something kind for someone.
🧸 Reminder:
“Every time you choose what is right, you are doing God’s work.”
👏🏼 DAILY PROCLAMATION (CHILDREN)
Before we finish, let’s say a prayer together.
😊😊My Daily Proclamation
Jesus, today I choose You.
I give You my heart.
I give You my choices.
I give You my day.
Help me love what is good.
Help me choose what is right.
Help me listen when You lead me.
Jesus, I want to live happy.
I want to live kind.
I want to live whole.
I trust You.
I follow You.
I belong to You.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
🙏🏼 CLOSING PRAYER FOR CHILDREN
“Jesus,
Thank You for giving us good work to do every day.
Help us choose kindness, honesty, and love.
We love You.
In Your Name, Jesus, Amen.”
💞 Much love for you all!!!
😊Have a joyful,
peaceful, Blessed day!
🌈 Children’s Corner SafeRoom — Encouraging Mondays
📅March 16, 2026
🎯 Theme: “Always Abounding — Faith That Moves”
📖 KEY VERSE (NLT – Child-Friendly)
“Be steadfast and immovable. Always work for the Lord. Remember that nothing you do for Him is ever useless.”
— 1 Corinthians 15:58 (NLT)
📖 TODAY’S MESSAGE FOR KIDS
🧸 Tell the children:
“Today we are learning that loving God means doing something with our faith.”
Explain gently:
• Faith is not just something we say — it is something we do.
• God loves when we grow and keep trying.
• Small good choices matter to Him.
• We can serve God right where we are.
Always abounding means:
You keep growing.
You keep helping.
You keep choosing what is right.
It doesn’t mean being perfect.
It means showing up and doing your best.
🧸 Reassurance statement:
“God sees every good choice you make, even the small ones.”
🍎 CHILD-FRIENDLY TEMPLE CARE MOMENT
Connect body care to God’s love
Teach them:
• Moving your body helps your brain and heart feel happy.
• When your body feels strong, it’s easier to make strong choices.
Say together:
“God helps me grow strong and kind!”
Call it:
“Growing Strong Week”
💛 SIMPLE ACTIVITY
“Move in Faith”
Invite the child to choose ONE:
• Help someone at home without being asked.
• Draw a picture of yourself doing something kind.
• Practice saying “Yes, Lord” when asked to do something good.
• Take a short walk and thank God for something you see.
Reminder:
“Every small good choice helps you grow strong in God.”
🧸 DAILY PROCLAMATION (CHILDREN)
Before we finish, let’s say a prayer together.
⸻
My Daily Proclamation
🙏🏼 Jesus, today I choose You.
I give You my heart.
I give You my choices.
I give You my day.
Help me love what is good.
Help me choose what is right.
Help me listen when You lead me.
Jesus, I want to live happy.
I want to live kind.
I want to live whole.
I trust You.
I follow You.
I belong to You.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
🙏🏼 CLOSING PRAYER FOR CHILDREN
“Jesus,
Thank You for helping us grow and keep trying.
Help us choose kindness and obedience every day.
We love You.
In Your Name, Jesus, Amen.”
💞Much love for you all!!!
😊Have a joyful, peaceful, Blessed day!
🌈Children’s Corner SafeRoom — Encouraging Mondays
📅 March 9, 2026
🧸Theme: “Be Immovable — Standing Strong”
📖 KEY VERSE (NLT – Child-Friendly)
“Be steadfast and immovable. Always work for the Lord. Remember that nothing you do for Him is ever useless.”
— 1 Corinthians 15:58 (NLT)
💛TODAY’S MESSAGE FOR KIDS
🧸Tell the children:
“Today we are learning how to stand strong when things around us change.”
Explain gently:
• Sometimes people say things that hurt our feelings.
• Sometimes friends change or situations feel different.
• But God never changes.
• When we trust God, our hearts can stay steady.
Being immovable does not mean being stubborn or mean.
It means:
You don’t let other people’s opinions decide who you are.
You don’t stop being kind just because someone else isn’t kind.
You don’t stop doing what’s right just because it feels hard.
💛 Reassurance statement:
“Even when people change, God stays the same and helps you stand strong.”
🍎CHILD-FRIENDLY TEMPLE CARE MOMENT
Connect body care to God’s love
Teach them:
• Taking slow, deep breaths helps calm your body when you feel upset.
• A calm body helps you make wise choices.
😊 Say together:
“God helps me stay calm and strong!”
😊 Call it:
“Strong Stand Week”
🧸 SIMPLE ACTIVITY
“Stand Like a Rock”
Invite the child to choose ONE:
• Stand tall like a rock and practice 3 slow deep breaths.
• Draw a big rock and write “God helps me stand strong” on it.
• Think of one time you can choose kindness this week, even if someone isn’t kind first.
• Practice saying, “I choose what’s right,” out loud.
💛 Reminder:
“You can stand strong because God’s love holds you steady.”
💛DAILY PROCLAMATION (CHILDREN)
Before we finish, let’s say a prayer together.
⸻
My Daily Proclamation
🙏🏼 Jesus, today I choose You.
I give You my heart.
I give You my choices.
I give You my day.
Help me love what is good.
Help me choose what is right.
Help me listen when You lead me.
Jesus, I want to live happy.
I want to live kind.
I want to live whole.
I trust You.
I follow You.
I belong to You.
In Jesus’ Name,
Amen.
🙏🏼 CLOSING PRAYER FOR CHILDREN
“Jesus,
Thank You for helping us stand strong when things change.
Help us choose what is right and stay kind.
We love You.
In Your Name, Jesus, Amen.”
💞Much love for you all!!!
😊🧸Have a joyful, peaceful, Blessed day!
🌈Children’s Corner SafeRoom - Encouraging Mondays
📅For March 2, 2026
⚓Theme: “Be Steadfast — Strength That Stays”
📖KEY VERSE (NLT – Child-Friendly)
“Be steadfast and immovable. Always work for the Lord. Remember that nothing you do for Him is ever useless.”
— 1 Corinthians 15:58 (NLT)
🌈TODAY’S MESSAGE FOR KIDS
🧸Tell the children:
“Today we are learning how to stay strong on the inside, even when things change around us.”
Explain gently:
• Sometimes plans change, and that can feel confusing.
• Sometimes feelings change, and that can feel big.
• But God does not change. He stays the same.
• When we stay close to Jesus, our hearts can stay steady too.
🧸Being steadfast means:
You don’t quit just because something feels hard.
You don’t stop trusting God just because you have to wait.
🧸Reassurance statement:
“Even when things change, God is still with you and helping you grow strong.”
🍎CHILD-FRIENDLY TEMPLE CARE MOMENT
Connect body care to God’s love
Teach them:
• Drinking water helps your body stay strong and focused.
• When your body feels good, it’s easier to make good choices.
🧸Say together:
“God helps me grow strong — inside and out!”
Call it:
“Strong Roots Week”
💛SIMPLE ACTIVITY
“Strong Like a Tree”
Invite the child to choose ONE:
• Stand tall like a tree and practice taking 3 slow, deep breaths.
• Draw a tree with deep roots and write “God keeps me strong” on it.
• Tell someone one thing you trust God for this week.
• Practice waiting patiently for something small today.
😊Reminder:
“You can grow strong like a tree because God’s love holds you steady.”
🙏🏽DAILY PROCLAMATION (CHILDREN)
Before we finish, let’s say a prayer together.
⸻
My Daily Proclamation
Jesus, today I choose You.
I give You my heart.
I give You my choices.
I give You my day.
Help me love what is good.
Help me choose what is right.
Help me listen when You lead me.
Jesus, I want to live happy.
I want to live kind.
I want to live whole.
I trust You.
I follow You.
I belong to You.
In Jesus’ Name,
Amen.
🙏🏽CLOSING PRAYER FOR CHILDREN
“Jesus,
Thank You for helping us stay strong when things change.
Help us trust You and grow steady hearts.
We love You.
In Your Name, Jesus, Amen.”
💞Much love for you all!!!
😊Have a joyful, peaceful, Blessed day!
🌈Children’s Corner SafeRoom — Encouraging Mondays
🗓️ For February 23, 2026
🧸Theme: Rooted in Love
📖KEY VERSE (NLT – Child-Friendly)
“Your roots will grow down into God’s love and keep you strong.”
— Ephesians 3:17 (NLT)
✝️TODAY’S MESSAGE FOR KIDS
Tell the children:
“Did you know that trees stay strong because their roots grow deep in the ground? God says when we trust Him, our hearts grow strong too!”
Explain gently:
• Sometimes we feel wobbly inside — like when we’re nervous, sad, or upset.
• When we trust Jesus, He helps our hearts feel steady again.
• God’s love is like strong roots that hold us in place.
• When we remember He is with us, we don’t have to feel afraid.
😊Reassurance statement:
“Even when you feel small or unsure, God’s love is holding you steady.”
🍇CHILD-FRIENDLY TEMPLE CARE MOMENT
Connect body care to God’s love
🤔Teach them:
• Our bodies need good rest and good food to grow strong.
• When we sleep well and eat healthy foods, our bodies can think clearly and feel happier.
💪🏼Say together:
“God helps my body grow strong!”
🗣️Call it:
Strong Roots, Strong Body!
🧸SIMPLE ACTIVITY
“Grow Strong Like a Tree”
Invite the child to choose ONE:
• Stand tall like a tree and stretch your arms like branches.
• Draw a picture of a tree with big, strong roots.
• Say one thing you’re thankful God helps you with.
• Give someone a big hug and say, “God loves you!”
🤔Reminder:
“You can grow strong in your heart every day because God is always with you.”
👏🏼DAILY PROCLAMATION (CHILDREN)
Before we finish, let’s say a prayer together.
My Daily Proclamation
🙏🏼Jesus, today I choose You.
I give You my heart.
I give You my choices.
I give You my day.
Help me love what is good.
Help me choose what is right.
Help me listen when You lead me.
Jesus, I want to live happy.
I want to live kind.
I want to live whole.
I trust You.
I follow You.
I belong to You.
In Jesus’ Name,
Amen.
🙏🏼 CLOSING PRAYER FOR CHILDREN
“Jesus,
Thank You for loving us and helping our hearts grow strong.
Help us trust You and remember You are always with us.
We love You.
In Your Name, Jesus, Amen.”
💕Much love for you all!!!
🧸Have a joyful, peaceful, Blessed day!
🌈Children’s Corner SafeRoom — Encouraging Mondays
🗓️For February 16, 2026
💞Theme: “Love That Casts Out Fear”
📖 KEY VERSE (NLT – Child-Friendly)
“Perfect love takes away fear.”
— 1 John 4:18 (adapted for children)
✝️ TODAY’S MESSAGE FOR KIDS
Tell the children:
“Sometimes we feel scared or worried, but God’s love helps us feel safe and brave.”
Explain gently:
• It’s okay to feel scared sometimes
• God’s love is bigger than anything that makes us afraid
• God is always with us, even when we feel nervous
• God’s love helps our hearts feel calm and safe
😊 Reassurance statement:
“God loves you, stays with you, and takes care of you every day.”
🍇 CHILD-FRIENDLY TEMPLE CARE MOMENT
Connect body care to God’s love
Teach them:
• Taking slow, deep breaths helps our bodies calm down
• When our bodies feel calm, our hearts feel peaceful too
Say together:
“God’s love helps me feel calm and safe.”
Call it:
The Calm-Down Breath
🧸 SIMPLE ACTIVITY
“Fear Goes Away” Choice Time
Invite the child to choose ONE:
• Take three slow breaths and smile
• Hug a stuffed animal or pillow
• Draw a picture of a heart
• Say, “God loves me” out loud
Reminder:
“God is with you wherever you go.”
🙏🏼 DAILY PROCLAMATION (CHILDREN)
Before we finish, let’s say a prayer together.
⸻
My Daily Proclamation
Jesus, today I choose You.
I give You my heart.
I give You my choices.
I give You my day.
Help me love what is good.
Help me choose what is right.
Help me listen when You lead me.
Jesus, I want to live happy.
I want to live kind.
I want to live whole.
I trust You.
I follow You.
I belong to You.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
🙏🏼✝️ CLOSING PRAYER FOR CHILDREN
“Jesus,
Thank You for loving me and keeping me safe.
Help me remember You are always with me.
We love You.
In Your Name, Jesus, Amen.”
💞 Much love for you all!!!
🌈😊Have a joyful, peaceful, Blessed day!
🌈Children’s Corner SafeRoom — Encouraging Mondays
📆For February 9, 2026
🧸Theme: God’s Love Holds Me Steady
📖KEY VERSE (NLT – Child-Friendly)
“Nothing can ever separate us from God’s love.”
— Romans 8:38 (child-friendly paraphrase)
✝️TODAY’S MESSAGE FOR KIDS
⭐Tell the children:
“Sometimes life feels wiggly or confusing, but God’s love never lets go of us. God’s love holds us steady no matter what.”
🤔Explain gently:
• God loves you on good days and hard days
• God stays close when you feel happy or sad
• God’s love keeps you safe and cared for
• God never leaves you alone
💕Reassurance statement:
“God loves you so much, and He is always right here with you.”
🍇CHILD-FRIENDLY TEMPLE CARE MOMENT
🤸🏼♀️Connecting body care to God’s love
⭐Teach them:
• Drinking water helps our bodies feel calm and strong
• When our bodies feel good, it’s easier to feel peaceful and happy
⭐Say together:
“God helps my body and my heart feel steady.”
⭐Call it:
The Steady-Heart Helper
🧸SIMPLE ACTIVITY
“Held and Steady” Activity
Invite the child to choose ONE:
• Hug a stuffed animal and say, “God loves me”
• Hold hands with a trusted adult and smile
• Sit quietly and take three slow breaths
• Draw a heart and say who loves them
🤔Reminder:
“God’s love is holding you, even when things feel wiggly.”
✝️DAILY PROCLAMATION (CHILDREN)
Before we finish, let’s say a prayer together.
🌈My Daily Proclamation
Jesus, today I choose You.
I give You my heart.
I give You my choices.
I give You my day.
Help me love what is good.
Help me choose what is right.
Help me listen when You lead me.
Jesus, I want to live happy.
I want to live kind.
I want to live whole.
I trust You.
I follow You.
I belong to You.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
🙏🏼CLOSING PRAYER FOR CHILDREN
“Jesus,
Thank You for loving us and holding us steady.
Help us feel safe and loved today.
We love You.
In Your Name, Jesus, Amen.”
💞Much love for you all!!!
😊Have a joyful, peaceful, Blessed day!
🌈Children’s Corner SafeRoom — Encouraging Mondays
🗓️For February 2, 2026
🧸Theme: “Rooted in God’s Love”
📖KEY VERSE (NLT – Child-Friendly)
“God loves us, and we can trust His love.”
— 1 John 4:16 (child-friendly)
✝️TODAY’S MESSAGE FOR KIDS
Tell the children:
“God loves you so much — all the time, every day, no matter what. His love is like strong roots that help you feel safe and grow.”
🤔Explain gently:
• God’s love never runs out
• God loves you even when you make mistakes
• God stays close when you feel scared or unsure
• God helps your heart feel calm and strong
💕Reassurance statement:
“God loves you, God is with you, and God will never leave you.”
🍇CHILD-FRIENDLY TEMPLE CARE MOMENT
Connecting our bodies to God’s love
Teach them:
• Eating fruits and healthy foods helps our bodies grow strong
• Strong bodies help us play, learn, and feel good
Say together:
“God helps my body grow strong and healthy!”
Call it:
💪🏼“Growing Strong with God”
🤸🏼♀️SIMPLE ACTIVITY
“Love Roots Choices”
Invite the child to choose ONE:
• Draw a heart and write “God Loves Me” inside
• Give someone a hug or kind word
• Thank God for one thing today
• Take a deep breath and smile
Reminder:
“Every good choice helps your heart grow strong in God’s love.”
🧸DAILY PROCLAMATION (CHILDREN)
Before we finish, let’s say a prayer together.
⸻
My Daily Proclamation
🙏🏼Jesus, today I choose You.
I give You my heart.
I give You my choices.
I give You my day.
Help me love what is good.
Help me choose what is right.
Help me listen when You lead me.
Jesus, I want to live happy.
I want to live kind.
I want to live whole.
I trust You.
I follow You.
I belong to You.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
🙏🏼CLOSING PRAYER FOR CHILDREN
“Jesus,
Thank You for loving us so much.
Help us remember You are always with us.
We love You.
In Your Name, Jesus, Amen.”
💕😊Much love for you all!!!
🧸😊Have an amazingly fun, safe, Blessed week!
🌈Children’s Corner SafeRoom — Encouraging Mondays
📆 For January 26, 2026
🧸Theme: God Makes Us Whole
📖KEY VERSE (NLT – Child-Friendly)
“With Jesus, I am complete.”
(Colossians 2:10, adapted from NLT)
✝️ TODAY’S MESSAGE FOR KIDS
Tell the children:
“God fills our hearts with His love, so we don’t feel empty.”
Explain gently:
• God loves you just the way you are
• You don’t need others to make you feel important
• God helps your heart feel full and safe
• When God fills us, we can love others better
💞Reassurance statement:
“You are already loved and cared for by God.”
🤸🏽CHILD-FRIENDLY TEMPLE CARE MOMENT
Connect body care to God’s love
Teach them:
• Rest helps our bodies feel better
• God wants us to slow down sometimes
😊Say together:
“I rest because God takes care of me!”
Call it:
Rest Time with God
🌈SIMPLE ACTIVITY
“Full Heart Moments”
Invite the child to choose ONE:
• Sit quietly and breathe for one minute
• Draw a heart and color it bright
• Say “Thank You, God” three times
• Share something that makes you happy
🤔Reminder:
“God’s love fills your heart every day.”
✝️DAILY PROCLAMATION (CHILDREN)
Before we finish, let’s say a prayer together.
⸻
😊My Daily Proclamation
Jesus, today I choose You.
I give You my heart.
I give You my choices.
I give You my day.
Help me love what is good.
Help me choose what is right.
Help me listen when You lead me.
Jesus, I want to live happy.
I want to live kind.
I want to live whole.
I trust You.
I follow You.
I belong to You.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
🙏🏼CLOSING PRAYER FOR CHILDREN
“Jesus,
Thank You for loving us so much.
Help our hearts feel full and happy.
We love You.
In Your Name, Jesus, Amen.”
💞Much love for you all!!!
🧸😊Have a joyful, peaceful, Blessed day!
🌈Children’s Corner SafeRoom — Encouraging Mondays
📆For January 19, 2026
😊Theme: Trusting God to Help Us Choose
📖KEY VERSE (Child-Friendly – NLT Adapted)
“Trust God, and He will help you.”
(Proverbs 3:5–6, adapted from NLT)
🌈TODAY’S MESSAGE FOR KIDS
Tell the children:
“When we don’t know what to do, we can ask God for help.”
😊Explain gently:
• God sees things we can’t see
• God helps us make good choices
• We don’t have to figure everything out alone
• God always wants what’s best for us
😊Reassurance statement:
“You are never alone — God is helping you every step of the way.”
CHILD-FRIENDLY TEMPLE CARE MOMENT
Connect body care to God’s love
Teach them:
• Eating fruits and vegetables helps our bodies grow strong
• God loves when we care for our bodies
🧸Say together:
💪🏽“God helps my body grow strong!”
Call it:
🙏🏼Strong Body, Trusting Heart
🤸🏽SIMPLE ACTIVITY
🙏🏼“Ask God First”
🤔Invite the child to choose ONE:
• Say a short prayer asking God for help
• Draw a heart and write “God helps me”
• Take three calm breaths and thank God
• Tell a grown-up how you feel
🌈Reminder:
“You can always ask God for help — He listens.”
🙏🏼DAILY PROCLAMATION (CHILDREN)
Before we finish, let’s say a prayer together.
⸻
My Daily Proclamation
Jesus, today I choose You.
I give You my heart.
I give You my choices.
I give You my day.
Help me love what is good.
Help me choose what is right.
Help me listen when You lead me.
Jesus, I want to live happy.
I want to live kind.
I want to live whole.
I trust You.
I follow You.
I belong to You.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
🙏🏼CLOSING PRAYER FOR CHILDREN
“Jesus,
Thank You for helping us.
Teach us to trust You.
We love You.
In Your Name, Jesus, Amen.”
😊Much love for you all!!!
Have a joyful, peaceful, Blessed day! 🧸💕
🌈Children’s Corner SafeRoom — Encouraging Mondays
For January 12, 2026
💛Theme: Friends Who Help Our Hearts
📖KEY VERSE:
“Kind words make people feel happy inside.”
— Proverbs 27:9 (NLT, child-friendly portion)
✨TODAY’S MESSAGE FOR KIDS
Tell the children:
“God gives us friends who help our hearts feel safe, calm, and happy.”
Explain gently:
• Some friends help us feel peaceful
• Some friends help us feel brave
• Good friends don’t make us feel scared or sad all the time
• God helps us choose friends who are kind and loving
💞Reassurance statement:
“God is always with you, and He helps you know who is safe for your heart.”
🍇CHILD-FRIENDLY TEMPLE CARE MOMENT
Connecting body care to God’s love
🧸Teach them:
• Drinking water helps our bodies feel good
• God loves when we take care of ourselves
🗣️Say together:
“I take care of my body because God loves me!”
😊Call it:
“Water for a Happy Heart”
🌟SIMPLE ACTIVITY:
🌈 “Kind Friend Choices”
Invite the child to choose ONE:
• Draw a picture of a kind friend
• Say something kind to someone today
• Give a hug (with permission)
• Pray for a friend
🌈Reminder
“You can always choose kindness, and God is right there with you.”
🙏🏼 CLOSING PRAYER FOR CHILDREN
✝️ “Jesus,
Thank You for friends who help us feel safe.
Help us be kind and loving.
We love You.
In Your Name, Jesus, Amen.”
💞Much love for you all!!!
Have a joyful, peaceful, Blessed day 🧸
🌈Children’s Corner SafeRoom — Encouraging Mondays
🗓️ For January 5, 2026
💛Theme: God Is Doing Something New
📖KEY VERSE:
“See, I am doing a new thing!”
— Isaiah 43:19 (NLT, child-friendly portion)
✨TODAY’S MESSAGE FOR KIDS
Tell the children:
“God loves you so much, and He is always doing good things—even when you can’t see them yet.”
Explain gently:
• God is always working, even when things feel quiet or different
• A new year means new chances, new growth, and new kindness
• God walks with you every day—at school, at home, and everywhere
• You don’t have to rush or be perfect—God helps you step by step
💞Reassurance statement:
“God is right here with you, and He will never leave you.”
🍇CHILD-FRIENDLY TEMPLE CARE MOMENT
Connecting body care to God’s love
Teach them:
• Eating good foods helps our bodies grow strong
• Resting helps our bodies feel better and happier
Say together:
“My body is a gift from God, and I take care of it!”
Call it:
“God’s Good Care Time”
🌟SIMPLE ACTIVITY
🌈 “New Things With God”
Invite the child to choose ONE:
• Draw a picture of something new God might be doing
• Take three slow, deep breaths and thank God for today
• Choose one healthy snack and say “Thank You, God”
• Help someone at home or school with a kind heart
Reminder:
“You can choose one thing today, and God will help you.”
🙏🏼 CLOSING PRAYER FOR CHILDREN
“Jesus,
Thank You for loving us and doing new things in our lives.
Help us listen, rest, and trust You today.
We love You.
In Your Name, Jesus, Amen.”
💞Much love for you all!!!
Have a joyful, peaceful, Blessed day!
🌈Children’s Corner SafeRoom — Encouraging Mondays
🧸For Dec 29, 2025
🌈Theme: “God Makes All Things New”
📖KEY VERSE:
“Look! I am making everything new!”
— Revelation 21:5 (NLT)
🌿TODAY’S MESSAGE FOR KIDS
🌿🌿Tell the children:
“God loves to help us start fresh.
When something feels hard, sad, or messy, God says,
‘I can make that NEW!’”
✨Explain in simple words:
• God makes our hearts new when we say we’re sorry
• God helps us try again when we make mistakes
• God gives us new strength when we feel tired
• God brings new joy when we feel sad
💛God is never done with us.
Every day is a chance to begin again with Him.
Just like a brand-new notebook or a fresh box of crayons,
God gives us new beginnings — because He loves us so much.
🍎CHILD-FRIENDLY TEMPLE CARE MOMENT:
“God doesn’t just care about our hearts —
He also cares about our bodies!”
🌈Teach them:
When we eat food that helps our bodies feel good,
we are taking care of the body God gave us.
🌈Explain gently:
• Fruits help our bodies feel happy
• Water helps our bodies feel strong
• Too much sugar can make us feel tired
🌈Say together:
“I can make NEW choices today!”
🌟Call it:
“Fresh Starts for Our Bodies!”
🌿SIMPLE ACTIVITY:
“A New Choice Today”
Talk with your child and let them choose one fresh start for today:
• Try again after a mistake
• Choose a healthy snack
• Be kind to someone
• Say a prayer before bed
• Tell God “thank You”
🌿Remind them:
Every good choice is a brand-new beginning with God.
🙏🏼CLOSING PRAYER FOR CHILDREN
“Jesus, thank You for loving us so much.
Thank You for making all things new — even us.
Help us make good choices, take care of our bodies,
and remember that we can always start again with You.
In Your Name, Jesus, Amen.”
💛Much love for you all!!!
🧸Have a joyful, peaceful, Blessed day!
🌈CHILDREN’S CORNER SafeRoom — ENCOURAGING MONDAYS
🧸December 22, 2025
🌈Theme: ”He Shall Be Called…”
📖KEY VERSE:
For a child is born to us, a Son is given to us… And He will be called Wonderful Counselor,
Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
ISAIAH 9:6
🌿This week we are learning about the special names of Jesus and what they mean for us.
The Bible tells us that when Jesus was born, He was given names that show how much He loves and cares for us.
🌟 What These Names Mean
Wonderful Counselor — Jesus helps you make good choices
Mighty God — Jesus is strong and protects you
Everlasting Father — Jesus loves you forever
Prince of Peace — Jesus helps you feel calm and safe
🙏🏽 Children’s Prayer
Dear Jesus,
Thank You for loving me and being with me every day.
Thank You for helping me, protecting me, and giving me peace.
Help me remember that You are always near.
I love You, Jesus. In Your name, Amen. 💕
⭐ This Week’s Action Step
👉 Tell your mom, dad, or caregiver which name of Jesus you like the most.
Is it Wonderful Counselor?
Mighty God?
Everlasting Father?
Or Prince of Peace?
🧸There is no wrong answer — just share your heart.
🌈Children’s Corner SafeRoom — Encouraging Mondays
🧸For Dec 15, 2025
🌈Theme: “Walking in God’s Light”
📖KEY VERSE:
“God is light. There is no darkness in Him.”
— 1 John 1:5
🌿TODAY’S MESSAGE FOR KIDS
🌞Tell the children:
“God’s light is like a bright flashlight that helps us see the right way.
When we stay close to Him, we feel safe, calm, and peaceful.”
Explain:
• God’s light helps us make good choices
• God’s light helps us tell the truth
• God’s light helps us feel loved
• God’s light helps us be kind
💛And if we step into darkness — maybe by doing something we shouldn’t or hiding something — Jesus still invites us back into His bright, warm light.
🥗CHILD-FRIENDLY TEMPLE CARE MOMENT:
“Did you know some foods have sneaky sugars?
They hide inside snacks and drinks and make our bodies feel tired.
But God wants our bodies healthy and strong.
So today, let’s become Food Detectives!”
🌿Teach them:
Look for “added sugar” on snacks
If there’s too much — say, “No thank you!”
Choose fruits, veggies, or clean snacks when possible.
Call it:
“Let God’s Light Help You Choose!”
🧸SIMPLE ACTIVITY: “Walking in the Light Today”
Talk with your child about what it means to walk in God’s light.
Ask them to choose one small way they can do that today:
Be kind to someone
Tell the truth
Make a healthy food choice
Pray with a thankful heart
🌞Remind them: Every good choice is a step in God’s light.
🙏🏼CLOSING PRAYER FOR CHILDREN
“Jesus, thank You for being our Light.
Help us follow You, make good choices, and take care of our bodies.
In Your Name, Jesus, Amen.”
🌈Much love for you all!!! Have a wonderful, fun, Blessed day! 💛🧸
⭐Children’s Tip Theme (Monthly Focus)
Theme Title:
🌈YOU ARE SAFE TO TELL
✨Main Truth:
If something feels scary, confusing, or hurts your body or your feelings, you can tell a grown-up you trust.
💛What This Means:
Sometimes your heart tells you, “Something isn’t right.”
That feeling is important. God gave it to you.
🌈Who Is a Safe Grown-Up?
A safe grown-up is someone who:
listens to you
helps you
believes you
wants to keep you safe
(This can be a parent, grandparent, teacher, pastor, coach, or another trusted adult.)
Important Reminder:
You are never in trouble for telling the truth.
You are never wrong for asking for help.
Faith Connection:
God cares about you and your safety.
You can talk to God and talk to a grown-up
🙏🏼A Little Prayer for You
“Dear God,
Thank You for helping me grow.
Help me be kind today, brave today, and full of joy today.
Thank You for loving me every single day.
In Jesus’ Name, Amen.”
🌈Want to Share Something With Me?
Do you have:
A question?
A happy moment?
Something you learned?
Something you’re proud of?
Ask a grown-up to help you send it to me:
Kids Write to Miss Shawna!
📬shawnasencouraingmondays@gmail.com
⭐Always Remember
God made you wonderful.
God listens when you pray.
God smiles when you learn, grow, and try your best.
Come back every week for more love, learning, and encouragement! ✨🌈
🥗NUTRITIONAL INSIGHT CORNER:
Poem Title: FOOD DETECTIVE🕵🏼♀️
**God made your body special,
from your head down to your feet.
So be a little Food Detective
every time you eat!
Look for ‘added sugar’ —
if it’s zero, that’s the clue
that this food will help your body
do what it’s made to do.
Crunch veggies, sip water,
try fruits in every hue…
Healthy choices make you strong,
and God is proud of YOU! ** 🌈🍐
🌈WHY THE RAINBOW!
In Scripture, the rainbow is a reminder of God’s promises, faithfulness, and care.
In our SafeRoom spaces, the rainbow represents hope, protection, and the reminder that you are never alone — even on hard days.
📚Books Some Families Have Found Helpful
From time to time, parents ask about books that support faith, emotional growth, confidence, and meaningful family conversations. The titles shared here are simply optional suggestions that some families have found helpful for children.
These books are chosen with care — keeping age-appropriateness, positive messages, and opportunities for discussion in mind. Many are easy or engaging reads that can also support reading comprehension and connection between parents and children.
Encouraging Mondays is not affiliated with these books or authors, and no purchases are required. Parents are always encouraged to preview materials and prayerfully choose what best fits their child and family.
How Can I Pray? – ages 2–4
God’s Garden of Blessings – ages 0–4
Notes From Jesus: What Your New Best Friend Wants You to Know – ages 5–8
Inspiring Stories for Amazing Boys Who Believe in Themselves – ages 6–10
The Power of a Praying Kid – ages 7–12
You’re God’s Girl! A Devotional for Tweens – ages 9–11
I Am Yours: Prayers for God’s Girl – ages 9–11
Inspiring Stories for Amazing Girls Who Believe in Themselves – ages 8–12
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Wherever you choose to connect, may these messages speak life to your spirit and peace to your heart