Download this children’s sermon message based on Matthew 3:1-12 that uses a creative object lesson to teach about the role of John the Baptist in pointing people to Christ. Then watch the teaching example video below to prepare to share the children’s moment in your church. Children’s Sermon on Matthew 3:1-12 Shine the Light: John […]
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God’s Good Rules: A Study for Children on the 10 Commandments
Children need to understand the directions and rules God gives for life. That’s why it’s so important to teach the 10 Commandments for Kids. This page is the index for our new curriculum that takes a closer look at each of the commandments in a series we call “God’s Good Rules” We’ll be adding to […]
New Children’s Ministry Statistics (2019) How do kids come to Christ?
We surveyed 400 children’s ministry leaders and analyzed the latest research. Here’s what we learned. Jesus loves the little ones – that’s why we love to serve in children’s ministry. Every person (no matter their age) was created to have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. It’s the most pressing need in this life. It’s […]
Lesson: Great Joy, Love, and Salvation (Luke 2:9-11, Ephesians 2:4-5, Hebrews 2:1-3)
A full understanding of God’s greatness cannot be attained on earth, but his great joy, love, and salvation should engulf our actions as believers. Children will learn how God has granted these wonderful attributes to us and explore ways to use them as his representatives to the lost. From Pastor Ken Gray’s sermon entitled, “Great!” […]
25 Simple Family Activities for December / Advent Season
December is such a busy time of the year. All of the Christmas programs, plays, parties, decorating, and gift buying can get quite overwhelming. It can also be expensive! Many families go into debt during this time of the year. We get so busy and spend so much money that we forget that it’s the […]
December / Christmas Bible Reading Calendar
For the month of December, I have created a Bible Reading Calendar for the children in my class. I really want to get them into the habit of reading their Bible, and what better way than to have them reading the Christmas story? As you can see in the calendar, the children will be reading […]
December Calendar Coloring Page
This free printable will help children think about the month of December and count out the days. The illustration shows several children singing songs of Christmas. There is also a simple poem that reads, “Praise the Lord with cheerful song, honor God the whole month long.” Directions: Click on the preview image or select from the […]
Surprise! The Secret of St. Nicholas is not just for December
When I first received this book I immediately thought, “this could be the perfect holiday book.” Soon I discovered it was even better after the holidays. This is not just another Christmas book. It’s the story of a young man who understood how Jesus wanted us to reflect Him in our lives; to love others, […]
Advent Sunday School Lesson: Elizabeth & the Birth of John the Baptist
Download this Sunday school lesson to help children at your church learn more about the story of Elizabeth. Download the printable lesson plan below. Advent Lesson on Elizabeth & the Birth of John the Baptist” Sunday School Lesson from Luke Chapter 1 In Nativity Noteworthies: Heroes of the Christmas Story (Celebrated and Lesser-Known) There are […]
Children’s Sermon (Matthew 24:36-44) Be Prepared Object Lesson
This children’s message from Matthew 24:36-44 will show kids how the Advent Season is a way to “be prepared” for the second coming of Jesus Christ. Download the printable children’s sermon below and then watch the video as you prepare to share this Bible object lesson at your church. “Be Prepared: Advent and the Second […]
Preparing for a Savior: Ideas for Celebrating the Coming of Christmas
By this point in the season, the decorations are probably hung and the excitement is building. We find ourselves in the second week of Advent, continuing to celebrate and planning and preparing for upcoming celebration. This week, the wreath candle is the candle of preparation (or peace), or the Bethlehem candle. In honor of this, […]
What You Should Know About Group’s “Family Hour”
Group Publishing has something new for families. Their Fun-for-the-Whole-Family Hour is exactly that – an hourlong event for families to interact, share, discover, laugh, and explore together. This particular theme includes clips from the upcoming Narnia film “Voyage of the Dawn Treader”. Not just cost effective at $19.99, it is extremely efficient, with just the […]
Children’s Sermon (Luke 23:33-43) Object Lesson on Jesus the Greatest Gift
Use this children’s sermon object lesson for Luke 23:33-43. It marks the end of the church calendar and the final Gospel reading before the start of the advent season. Download the printable message script below and then watch the teaching example video as you prepare your message. We’ve included some bonus coloring pages in the […]
Christmas Coloring Pages for Kids
Browse the images below to find the best free printable Christmas coloring pages for your kids. Every picture below is available as JPEG and easy print PDF formats. You kids will love decorating the house leading with these cute holiday coloring page activities. Our website had hundreds of 100% free activities for kids. Here are […]
Story of Advent Calendar Coloring Pages
This new series of coloring pages for Advent will help children count the days leading up to Christmas. Each includes a scripture and the biblical scene that tells the story of Christ’s birth in a coloring book format. The idea is to complete one each day in December leading up to Christmas. *12/5/19 corrected the […]
“Solomon Tells of Jesus Coming” Preschool Bible Lesson (Psalm 72)
Lesson Title: Solomon Tells of Jesus Coming Bible Reference: Psalm 72:1-19 Target Age Group: Preschool Learning Context: Children’s Church Target Time Frame: 1 ½ hour Gospel Connection: Whenever Israel asked for a king, God gave them one even though He knew that it wasn’t what they needed. One really good king was named Solomon. Solomon […]
Lesson: What Happens After the Manger?
When we are obedient to God’s commands, we can count on his order, provision, and protection. In “After the Manger,” children will learn about the events that took place after Jesus’ birth and how those events teach us to boldly obey God. Even among opposition we can have the confidence that the Lord is near because […]
2 Active Christmas Party Games
Well it’s time to prepare for all those holiday visitors in your children’s ministry. Besides stocking up on extra snacks and craft supplies, it’s a good idea to have a few active Christmas party games ready too. I don’t know what it is about the month of December but kids have so much energy. Fill […]
Printable Game Idea – Christmas Playing Cards
My kids and I like to play card games at home for fun. It’s always a good time playing Go Fish, Old Maid, and War with my two boys. As we were playing together today, we were talking about Christmas. I just love Christmas and everything about this time of year. I thought it would […]
Printable Handwriting Practice Sheets with 8 Christmas Bible Verses
It is so important to me that my own children, as well as my children in my classes at church, learn Bible verses and really start to understand the Bible and how it applies to their lives. I love when we’ve studied a Bible verse and my son has memorized it, and later in the […]