Sunday School Lesson "Purpose in Tough Times"

This Sunday School lesson will help children begin a discussion and gain understanding to the Lord’s desire to use hard times in their lives to strengthen them and teach them more about Himself and to strengthen their trust in the Lord.  This lesson is based on James 1:1-4 and can be used for Sunday School or Children’s Church. Bible Truth: God … More Children’s Ministry Resources

"Jesus Knows Me" Sunday School Lesson

This Sunday School lesson will teach children that Jesus is like a good shepherd who knows and loves his sheep. It is based on the classic passage in John 10 where Jesus states those truths. This lesson plan was originally written for elementary aged Sunday School, but you could easily modify it for Children’s Church or a preschool Bible lesson. … More Children’s Ministry Resources

An Angel Breaks Peter Out of Jail – Lesson Plan

This Bible lesson will help the children see the importance and power of praying for one another. It is based on the Bible story in Acts 12 where God rescues Peter from jail while the other disciples were praying for his safety. This lesson was first taught in Children’s Sunday School but could easily be modified for Children’s Church or other … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Lesson: Jesus Changes Saul to Paul

This lesson teaches children the difference Jesus can make in a person’s life when they put their faith and trust in Him as their Savior.  The children will learn that the sins we think the Lord would never forgive, He does forgive. This lesson was first prepared for a Sunday School context but could be modified to work as a … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Transfiguration of Jesus Lesson for Kids

Transfiguration of Jesus

This children’s lesson is adaptable for Sunday School or Children’s Church services.  It was prepared with a broad range of children in mind. The point of this lesson it to emphasize the truth that the Father once again spoke His approval for Jesus, His Son, and His desire for people to pay attention to what He says. Bible Story: Jesus is … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Lesson: A Heart of Worship

Children trust the Lord much easier than adults, and so singing praise to Him comes more naturally to them. This lesson will focus on a Psalm about praise and teach the children more about worship. They will learn why God deserves to be worshiped and what it means to give him praise. This children’s ministry material was first prepared for … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Rewards of Obedience (Luke 5:1-10) Lesson for Kids

Sometimes obedience can be a difficult choice.  This lesson helps children understand that they can trust the Lord no matter what He asks for them to do. It draws this lesson from the section in Luke 5 where Jesus calls his first disciples. This was first written for children’s church, but it could be modified for a kids Sunday School … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Lesson: When Judas Betrayed Jesus

This lesson about the betrayal and arrest of our Savior helps children see that knowing what His friend would do Jesus treated Judas respectfully and honestly.  This lesson also teaches the children how to piece together the entire incident by using all the details from the four gospels. It’s a good idea to talk to the children about the fact … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Lesson from the Garden of Gethsemane

This lesson gives a look into Jesus’ heart as He prayed to His Heavenly Father prior to His arrest and death.  With a comparison of all four gospels, we get a better picture of Jesus’ time in the garden and the actions of the disciples. It also a good exercise to understand how different Gospel accounts relate. These passages give … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Lesson: The Three "All's" of God

This lesson for children will help them to understand that the Lord personally created them.  It will help them to understand His knowledge of all things, His constant presence, and His power over all things. There are few things more important to teach kids than to know the character of God. This lesson was designed for kids church, but you … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Lesson: Jesus and The Parable of the Soils

Use this free lesson plan to teach your children’s church about the parable of the soils. This classic Bible story is where Jesus explains the different responses that people have to his teachings. It teaches the importance of receiving God’s word with the right attitude in our hearts. Often times this is called the “Parable of the Sower.” With some … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Esther Bible Lessons for Children: Part 10

This lesson concludes a 10-part series on the book of Esther. Chapter 10 only contains 3 verses but like a fairy tale ending we hear the “happily ever after” on the man behind Esther, her cousin Mordecai. Note: The book of Esther can be difficult to relate back to Jesus and his Good News. One clear connection is the promise … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Esther Part 9 (Children's Bible Lesson)

Here is part 9 of our kids Bible lessons based on the book of Esther. This lesson teaches the way the Lord allowed the Jewish people to defend themselves against their enemies and the start of the Jewish holiday, Purim.  This lesson works well for Children’s Church or for Sunday School. Note: The book of Esther can be difficult to … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Esther Bible Lessons for Children: Part 8

This lesson teaches children the way in which the Lord overcomes the evil schemes of Haman and the provision given to the Jews in regard to the decree to annihilate them. It also helps teach eternal security. This lesson works well for Children’s Church or for Sunday School. Note: The book of Esther can be difficult to relate back to … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Esther Bible Lessons for Children: Part 7

This lesson covers chapter seven of a ten part series from the book of Esther. It can be used for Children’s Church or Sunday School. Though God’s name is never mentioned in this book, this lesson helps to see how God uses people to bring about His will. This lesson provides a framework for teaching from Esther chapter 7. Note: … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Esther Bible Lessons for Children: Part 6

This is the sixth part of a ten part series on the book of Esther, recounting the events that happened between Queen Esther’s first banquet for King Xerxes and Haman, and the second banquet. Note: The book of Esther can be difficult to relate back to Jesus and his Good News. One clear connection is the promise that the Savior … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Esther Bible Lessons for Children: Part 5

The lesson of Esther from chapter 5 shows the children the way that anger and vengeance grows in the heart when left unchecked and the wisdom of patience even in desperate situations. This lesson would work for children’s church or you can use it for ideas with a children’s Sunday School lesson about Esther. Note: The book of Esther can … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Esther Bible Lessons for Children: Part 4

This lesson covers chapter four of a ten part series from the book of Esther. It can be used for Children’s Church and Sunday School. Though God’s name is never mentioned in this book, this lesson helps to see how God uses people to bring about His will. Note: The book of Esther can be difficult to relate back to … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Esther Bible Lessons for Children: Part 3

This Bible lesson is the part 3 in our series based on the book of Esther.  In chapter 3, the children will learn about the plot against the Jewish people. This lesson may be used for Sunday School or Children’s Church. Note: The book of Esther can be difficult to relate back to Jesus and his Good News. One clear … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Story of Birth of Jesus: Changed in a Night

First Person Christmas Story As Told by a Shepherd Boy This is the Christmas story told from a first-person perspective. This could be used as a dramatic monologue in place of a children’s sermon or in children’s church. I could imagine having a volunteer in costume share the story. You could also include it as part of your Christmas play. … More Children’s Ministry Resources