Building a House Where Love Can Dwell

Rev. Madeline leads a children’s sermon based on the song lyric “Let us build a house where love can dwell,” asking kids why it talks about building a house and what that house might include. Children suggest a church or community space where people can pray, be with God, and become friends, mentioning crosses, baptismal font, and being nice. They brainstorm many practical and welcoming elements—food (hot dog stand, donuts, coffee/tea), tables, plates, seats, couches, beds, lights, windows, books and Bibles, toys and crayons, musical instruments and music, flowers, pets, Band-Aids, hugs, and families—along with imaginative ideas like a fire pit, golden pit, an ark, and animals. She emphasizes that every time they come to church, they are working on building this loving community, and that they need everyone.00:00 Welcome and Song Theme00:03 Why Build a House00:58 What the House Needs01:42 Rapid Fire Ideas03:08 Keep Building Together03:33 Comfort and Care Items04:22 Everyone Belongs04:34 Closing Affirmations