Noah Skit Part 1: Building the Ark

This is the first in a four part series of skits on the life of Noah. This first part was written directly from Genesis 6:9-22 (NASB). This portion is about God telling Noah how to build the Ark. This skit can be done on a small or large stage. It can be done in a classroom setting with regular paper sized props or a full-church performance with costumes and full-size props. Make it fit your classroom or

Noah Skit Part 2: The Flood

This is the second in a four part series of skits on the life of Noah. This second part was written directly from Genesis 7 (NASB). This portion is about Noah, his family, and all of the animals entering the ark and the flood starts. This skit can be done on a small or large stage. It can be done in a classroom setting with regular paper sized props or a full-church performance with costumes and full-size

Noah Skit Part 3: The Flood Subsides

This is the third in a four part series of skits on the life of Noah. This third part was written directly from Genesis 8 (NASB). This portion is about Noah, his family, and all of the animals are in the ark, living through the flood, and then leaving the ark. This skit can be done on a small or large stage. It can be done in a classroom setting with regular paper sized props or a

Noah Skit Part 4: Covenant of the Rainbow

This is the fourth in a four part series of skits on the life of Noah. This fourth part was written directly from Genesis 9 (NASB). This portion is about God blessing Noah and his family. It also covers the covenant God made with Noah and giving him the rainbow as a sign of that covenant. This skit can be done on a small or large stage. It can be done in a classroom setting with regular

Bible Story Skit & Lesson on Sodom and Gommorah

Several months ago, I wrote a post with an idea for teaching kids using a play that doesn’t work.  I’ve used it a number of times since then, including this morning for presenting a lesson on the destruction of Sodom and Gommorah.  I thought it might be helpful to post that lesson here for two reasons: It is a concrete example of the play that doesn’t work so you can see how it does work; and It

“God’s Keeps His Promises” Genesis 17:1-7, 15-16 Sunday School Lesson

I promise!!! We might make promises and have intentions, but human frailty limits our genuine ability. Fortunately, God’s power is much greater than our own. Throughout the Bible, God made promises to His people, and all of those promises were fulfilled in Christ Jesus. We can count on our Lord to keep His word, both in the past and now! Lesson focus: This lesson looks at a few Old Testament covenants that God made with His people.

God is Our Shield (Ephesians 6) Lesson #34 in What is God Like?

God is our Shield (Ephesians 6) Lesson #34 in What is God Like? AGE GROUP: elementary (ages 6-11)TIME REQUIRED: 45 minutes This is lesson 34 of 42 in our study on the Attributes of God called “Can you tell me what God is like?” Visit the series index to view all the lessons and get more ideas for using this curriculum in your children’s ministry. LESSON 34: GOD IS OUR SHIELD Key Verse: “My shield is God Most

Teaching Tip: Using Perspective to Creatively Share Bible Stories for Kids

Let’s face it: sometimes we grow weary of telling the same Bible stories…and if forced to admit it some of our students might even be tired of them as well. When we have a fresh audience it may help, but all too often we go through the same flannel graphs and picture books so many times that we forget how real and exciting the Biblical characters and tales are. We allow miraculous events to somehow become mundane.

"Who Are You?" Sunday School Lesson on John 1:6-8, 19-28

This free Bible lesson is based on John 1:6-8, 19-28 where John the Baptist is questioned about his identity and purpose.  It is designed for children’s church or Sunday School. Please modify as best fits your ministry. If your church follows the Revised Common Lectionary, this teaching plan would correspond to Year B – 3rd Sunday in Advent, Gospel Reading – John 1:6-8, 19-28. Opening Activity – Who Are You? – Who am I? Supplies – index cards, dark marker, tape On

Sunday School Lesson: David Becomes King

This lesson is a continuation of Israel’s Kings. It is the conclusion to the study of David. Click here to see the lesson index. The focus of this lesson is how David becomes king in God’s timing.  The lesson is a reminder that God keeps His promises and as His followers we are to trust Him completely and follow Him faithfully as we wait for His promises to be fulfilled.  This lesson can be adapted for individual

Kids Ministry Ideas with an Olympic Theme

Using themes for kids’ ministry excites kids, teachers and volunteers. An Olympic theme is an especially good theme because it is a topic of excellence and endurance. Use an Olympic theme over an entire quarter or just a few classes in your kids’ ministry. Teach kids about what God thinks about sportsmanship, working as a team and the importance of reaching spiritual goals. HT: Inspirational story and video to share with kids in your ministry. Olympic Decorations

Sunday School Crafts

Try these creative ides to add a hands-on craft activity to your next Sunday School class. Browse our featured ideas below or use our search feature to look for a specific Bible story or lesson theme. Like all our resources, these crafts are 100% and easy to print. Easy Bible Crafts for Kids Sunday School Are you looking for a craft idea for your Bible story? Do you need just the right craft idea to supplement your