This free coloring page is based on the Book of 1 Thessalonians. It’s one part of our series of illustrations for each individual book of the Bible. You can search our website for other lessons and activities from the book of 1 Thessalonians. Click here to download the print friendly PDF version. We’ve also uploaded the image in JPEG format. It … More Children’s Ministry Resources
It is no secret that kids tend to have a short-sighted view of things — easily impatient and frustrated when results do not immediately appear. We encourage verbal gratitude at Thanksgiving time and for gifts, but do not always extend that attitude to daily life. Young and older children (and even adults!) can often use an extra little reminder to … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Color squares in a grid to discover the hidden Bible verse – “Pray at all times.” Click here to download This is part of a series called Bible Puzzle with a variety of different puzzles. Besides pencils, some need Bibles, crayons, and/or scissors and glue. Some are easier or harder than others.
As you probably already know, I’m a big fan of simple object lessons. I love presenting an everyday object to kids and helping them to see the gospel or bring them to a greater understanding of a biblical principle. We recommend this prayer Pretzel printable from Marci Coombs’ blog. When looking for a new object lesson recently, I turned to … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Jesus is coming back someday! We know this, but there are many details of the Second Coming that we do not and cannot fully know. We trust that He will return, but meanwhile hope in His daily presence and love for us. These crafts reflect that hope and trust. A “proclaim the goodnews trumpet” contains a listening and speaking component … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Download this Thankfulness object lesson to remind kids to have gratitude the whole Thanksgiving month of November. Then watch our the children’s sermon demonstration video below to prepare to share this message with kids in your church or Sunday School. “Thankful November” Children’s Sermon on 1 Thessalonians 5:16-19 Object Lesson Message: A Month of Thanksgiving – The Importance of Gratitude and … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free Sunday School lesson is based on Luke 17:11-17, when Jesus healed 10 lepers but only one returned to offer him thanks. Download the printable version below and watch the craft example video below. The link below includes the complete lesson plan, activities, craft instructions, and some bonus coloring pages. We even added the preschool version to make sure … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Sometimes as teachers we tend to struggle with the gospel of productive work activity…we instruct our students that God cares about us no matter what, and teach that our works do not save us, but God does. Yet we also read passages that indicate that we do need works to prove we are truly Christians. So which is it? We … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free coloring page is based on the Book of 2 Thessalonians. It’s one part of our series of illustrations for each individual book of the Bible. Click here to download the print friendly PDF version. We’ve also uploaded the image in JPEG format. The illustration captures the theme from 2 Thessalonians 3:3. It shows a young girl reading a Bible under a … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Just do it…Without Grumbling! Why God wants us to Have Joyful Attitudes But whyyyyyyy? Anyone who works with kids (or people in general, for that matter!) has likely been frustrated by the grating sound of a whiny voice. Some people seem as though they can only be happy if they are complaining, in fact. No matter what they do, there … More Children’s Ministry Resources
As the romanticism of sin continues to increase in our culture, it becomes even more imperative for teenagers to be equipped to battle temptation and sin. In this lesson, “Is Sin Bringing Me Down?” youth will learn that sin’s fleeting and deceptive nature causes severe harm to their walk with Christ. Furthermore, they will be equipped through numerous scriptures to … More Children’s Ministry Resources
God’s Word has a lot to say about gratitude and being thankful. Here are our top 10 Thanksgiving Bible Verses to inspire you and your family this November. Don’t miss our longer list of 42 Thankful Bible Verses. Top 10 Thanksgiving Bible Verses Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; his love endures forever. Bible Verse from 1 … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is a free Bible lesson for children, which will teach the importance of continued prayer. In addition, one will see how God takes care of his children. It’s based on a teaching of Jesus found word for word in two different places in the Bible (Matthew 7:7-11 or Luke 11:9-13) so you know it’s important! God is not our … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson allows students to use inductive Bible study methods with Psalm 1. The lesson combines the 4 methods introduced in previous lessons (Jonah and Philemon). The lesson was prepared for older elementary students and can be used as a guide for your ministry’s needs. Learning Goal: Students will discover how to take the path of the righteous and avoid … More Children’s Ministry Resources
The following lesson is taken from Daniel 12 and introduces students to the truth that all people will be resurrected and receive rewards. Those who have placed their faith are written in the Book of Life and receive eternal life and will be rewarded at the judgment seat of Christ. Those who reject Christ as the only way to God … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Get ready for Bible Trivia — Download our 301 printable Bible questions for Kids. Play a fun quiz style game with children, teens, or adults. Free PDF or Word Doc available. Bible Trivia Questions & Answer (on Video) As with any resource, please consider the level of children you are teaching. Our Bible quiz questions include a mix of simple … More Children’s Ministry Resources
The average children’s Bible has about 100 stories. The real Bible has many more. Every story matters. But what are the basic stories kids need to understand to have a full grasp on the Bible? What stories are so basic to the Gospel that omitting them would leave a big whole in their worldview? Here’s what I came up with. … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Children need to learn God’s Word by heart! In a world that is filled with so much uncertainty, it is more important than ever for kids to memorize Bible verses. The Bible is a source of comfort and hope, and it can provide direction when life gets tough. By memorizing Bible verses, kids can have instant access to God’s word … More Children’s Ministry Resources
We wish somehow that church could be “perfect” and grant us opportunity for beautiful fellowship, community, and outreach. Unfortunately, though, churches are made of people, and people are not perfect. We make mistakes and sometimes lose track of the truly important things in God’s service. There are times in our experience as church members, and even leaders, when we may … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use this Thanksgiving children’s sermon to teach kids that we can always find something to thank God for. Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18 Needed: nothing Children’s Sermon Greet children with, Happy Thanksgiving! And, of course, Thanksgiving is all about giving thanks, isn’t it? We thank God for all the good things He’s done for us. What are some things that you … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use this Advent children’s sermon to teach children about the coming resurrection God has promised us. Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17 Needed: wedding ring, Advent wreath Children’s Sermon Ask students, Have any of you ever made a promise to someone? Has anyone ever made a promise to you? (Show a wedding ring.) Does anyone know what this is? It’s a wedding … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Thanksgiving is all about showing gratitude toward God and enjoying the start of the holiday seasons. These cute Thanksgiving Turkey crafts for Sunday School will be a fun addition to your Thanksgiving Sunday School lessons or children’s ministry activities. Download the directions below and then watch our video demonstration of the craft projects. Thanksgiving Turkey Crafts Fun & Simple Project … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Kids will love these easy construction paper based crafts in Sunday School or Children’s Church. Download the printable instructions and then watch how-to craft directions below. You’ll be ready to help kids learn about gratitude with simple hands on projects. Thanksgiving Crafts Paper Crafts for Teaching Thankfulness to Kids The fall Sunday School craft projects possibilities are really endless, but … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Here are three simple crafts for your Sunday School class on the topic of saying thanks. They are based on the story in Luke 17:11-19 when Jesus healed 10 men with leprosy, but only one came back to offer his gratitude. Download our printable directions and watch our video instructions below. Jesus Healed 10 Lepers – Craft Ideas for Sunday … More Children’s Ministry Resources