• Skip to main content
  • Skip to secondary menu
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer

Ministry-To-Children

100% Free Children's Ministry Resources

  • Christmas Resources
  • Home
  • Search
  • Bible Lessons
  • Coloring Pages
  • Sunday School Lessons
  • Christmas Lessons
    • Christmas Sunday School Lessons
    • Christmas Crafts for Sunday School
    • Christmas Coloring Pages
Contents / Search for "thankfulness lesson"

Search Results for: thankfulness lesson

Thankful for Service (Biblical Thankfulness – Lesson 3)

This third and final lesson on biblical thankfulness, “Thankful for Service,” will help kids understand that we should be thankful to God for the service opportunities he gives us. While thankfulness and service don’t seem to be discussed together very often, it’s important for kids to make the connection between the heart’s motives (thankfulness) and our actions […]

Thankful for Others (Biblical Thankfulness – Lesson 2)

Is it enough to only express thankfulness to God? Why and how should we take the time to say, “thank you” to others? In part 2 of “Biblical Thankfulness,” children will learn that real thankfulness to God will lead to thankfulness for others. Our words and actions must work together if we are serious about being thankful.  You can […]

Thankful to God (3 Lessons) on Biblical Thankfulness

Use this free study in your Sunday School or Kids Church for 3 weeks leading up to Thanksgiving. It’s the perfect way to make November all about showing gratitude to God. The download below includes all three lessons, but don’t forget browse our free Thanksgiving crafts to supplement this material. Where does true thankfulness come […]

“Ready, Set, Wait!” Sunday School Lesson from Matthew 25:1-13 on Thankfulness

This free Bible lesson is based on Matthew 25:1-13 where Jesus tells ‘The Parable of the Ten Virgins”.  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 A – 22nd Sunday After Pentecost, Gospel Reading […]

Summer Journal (Coloring Pages) for Kids

Help kids practice their writing skills while giving thanks to God this Summer. Use this simple coloring sheet journal to get them started. Don’t miss all our free Summer coloring pages. I made this to work through with my own children, but thought it might be a great free “gift” for churches to give to […]

Bible Lesson: Thankfulness of Biblical Heroes in the Old Testament

This lesson uses inquiry to help middle schoolers find the meaning of thankfulness.  Many of the Old Testament heroes faced difficult challenges in their lives, such as Daniel’s captivity in a den of lions.  We know that God protected Daniel and brought him out of the den safely.  We will focus on the aspect of […]

3 Paper Craft Ideas for Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving Crafts for Children's Ministry

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 […]

Thanksgiving Children’s Sermon (1 Thess 5:16-19) Object Lesson

Thankfulness object lesson for thanksgiving children's sermon

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 Story of Peter Lesson

OBJECTIVE: To teach the children that God’s promises can be trusted. MAIN IDEA:  Peter witnessed some special promises coming true. We learn from Peter’s life that God always keeps his promises. TARGET AGES: 9 – 13 Older Elementary. You may need to simplify this lesson when working with younger children. CURRICULUM UNIT: This lesson is […]

Fun “Turkey Time” Crafts for Sunday School

Thanksgiving turkey crafts for children's ministry and sunday school

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 […]

Fourth of July Ideas for Kids Sunday School

The 4th of July is a major holiday in the United States. It’s officially called Independence Day and is a celebration about our freedom as a nation. The Fourth ties in themes of patriotism, loyalty, thankfulness, and the belief that freedom is a gift from God. Sunday School Lesson Plans about Freedom Jesus Gives Freedom from Sin (John 8:32) This […]

Cokesbury VBS Starter Kit 2019 “To Mars and Beyond”

VBS 2019 Mars and Beyond

Cokesbury is an important friend to our website and we are excited to let you know about their new VBS curriculum for 2019 called “Mission to Mars.” Glory to God, who is able to do far beyond all that we could ask or imagine by his power at work within us! – Ephesians 3:20 If […]

3 Object Lessons on Thankfulness & Gratitude

gratitude object lessons for children's ministry

What’s the one thing missing from many Thanksgiving celebrations? Gratitude, oh my! Hard as they may try, parents face real challenges instilling this virtue into their little ones. Today’s “me first” society leads kid astray. I believe God wants us to instruct our children to have a good attitude in all things. Supplement your Thanksgiving […]

Let Your Light Shine Again! (Kid’s Club – Lesson #3)

Bright Ideas to Get More Kids in Sunday School

Kid’s Club lessons are great for children of all ages! This second lesson about letting our lights “shine” for Jesus will help children understand that everyone can serve God and lead others to Jesus. TARGET AGES: 4-12 SCRIPTURE: Matthew 5:14-16 MAIN IDEA: We should strive to “shine” as lights that point others to Jesus. ——————————————————————————————————————- […]

“Refuge / Fortress” Names of God Lesson for Kids

names of God lessons

This lesson is part of a series we’re calling, “Hello, My Name Is…  A Series on the Names of God.” You can find the latest when you follow Tara’s author archive. We’ll add links to the whole Bible study once it’s complete. Lesson Twelve: Refuge, Fortress Main Idea: When we trust in God our strong refuge […]

Lesson: How Do I Pray Out Loud? (Tough Questions Kids Ask #5)

Praying aloud is a challenge for many adults as well as children. This Bible lesson will help kids overcome their reluctance and voice their requests to God. Don’t miss the other lessons in this series, “Tough Questions Kids Ask.” TARGET AGES: 10-14 OBJECTIVE: For students to learn how to pray out loud through given methods and […]

Lesson: Choosing Joyful Attitudes, Not Grumbling (Philippians 2:14-16 )

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 […]

Lesson: Hard Work Tastes Better… Contentedness from Ecclesiastes 5:10-20

Our young students are likely not quite concerned just now with existential purpose, but there are still important lessons to be learned from discussing the wisdom of Ecclesiastes. Kids often have a hard time grasping broad meaning to things outside of immediate concerns. In these activities, they will be exposed to the importance of putting […]

Lesson: How Do I Study the Bible? (Tough Questions Kids Ask #9)

It’s so exciting to watch kids grow in their faith and ability to handle God’s word. Especially as they enter the “preteen” years, they can learn to study the Bible on their own. This lesson will help them get started. TARGET AGES: 10-14 OBJECTIVE: To give students practical ways to study the bible and grow […]

“Heart of Giving” Sunday School Lesson (Mark 10:17-27) Stewardship for Kids

Title: Stewardship Series- The Heart of Giving Scripture: Mark 10:17-27; 12:41-44 Target Age Group: 3rd-5th grade Main Point: God loves a cheerful giver. Supplies: Penny, nickel, dime, quarter, $1 bill, white board and marker, paper and pencils, optional love of money coloring page Bonus Idea: This is a great time to talk about sponsoring a child […]

  • Go to page 1
  • Go to page 2
  • Go to page 3
  • Go to Next Page »

Primary Sidebar

  • Christmas Shop - Save 10%
  • Big Fish Bay VBS 2020
  • What's in the Bible? The Bible made easy for kids!
  • Children's Worship Bulletins - The Largest Online Library of Children's Bulletins

Related Ideas

    Footer

    Social Profiles

    • Ministry-To-Children on Facebook
    • Ministry-To-Children on Pinterest
    • Ministry-To-Children on Twitter
    • Our Children's Ministry Videos

    Top Kids’ Church Resources

    • Bible Trivia for Kids
    • Children’s Worship Songs for Kids Ministry
    • Christmas Coloring Pages for Kids
    • Bible Memory Verses
    • Sunday School Games
    • Sunday School Crafts
    • Kids Christmas Plays for Church Children’s Ministry
    • VBS 2020 Themes
    • Children’s Sermon Object Lessons
    • Preschool Bible Lessons
    • Sunday School Lessons Christmas
    • Christmas Crafts for Sunday School

    Curriculum for Children’s Ministry

    • Kids’ Bible Quiz Questions and Answers
    • Worship Music for Kids
    • Short Bible Verses
    • Games for Sunday School
    • Bible Crafts for Children’s Church
    • 2020 VBS Curriculum and Themes
    • Christmas Coloring Sheets
    • Preschool Sunday School Lessons
    • Object Lesson Children’s Sermons
    • Christmas Programs for Children
    • Christmas Sunday School Lessons
    • Sunday School Christmas Crafts

    Copyright © 2007-2019 Ministry-to-Children. Please use our children's ministry curriculum and Sunday School material for any purpose that brings honor to Jesus. We never charge or ask for donations.

    You can freely license our resources under a Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International.

    That means no permission is needed as long as you credit this website in the final work.

    Featured Children’s Ministry Curriculum

    • Sunday School Lesson (Matthew 2) King Herod the (NOT) Great
    • Children’s Sermon (Matthew 11:2-11) “Signs of the Messiah” Object Lesson
    • Advent Sunday School Lesson (Luke 2:8-20) The Bethlehem Shepherds
    • Christmas Coloring Pages for Kids
    • Candy Cane Poem about Jesus (Free Printable)

    EMAIL:
    Tony@ministry-to-children.com

    ADDRESS:
    Ministry-To-Children
    430 Oak St.
    Sellersburg, IN 47172

    Copyright © 2019

    :)