Children & Youth Sermon/Message/Lesson-Peter & Paul's Second Chance-John 21:15-17 & Acts 9:1-19

Scripture Focus: John 21:15–17 (Jesus Restores Peter)Acts 9:1–19 (Saul’s Conversion)
Theme: God is a God of forgiveness and second chances.

This engaging children’s sermon helps kids understand that everyone makes mistakes—and that God never gives up on us. Using a real-life story of seeing people arrested, the message gently connects feelings of guilt and regret to powerful biblical stories of restoration and grace. Children hear how Peter denied Jesus but was lovingly forgiven and trusted again, and how Saul was transformed into Paul after encountering Jesus.

Through clear storytelling and age-appropriate explanations, this sermon shows that God offers second chances, third chances, and more. It reassures children that when they mess up, God is ready to forgive, teach, and help them start again.

Key Takeaway: No matter what mistakes we make, God forgives us and gives us new chances to follow Jesus and make better choices.