Lesson Title: Knowing Jesus Through the Five Senses: The Sense of HearingBible Reference: John 10:22-30; Psalm 46:10; John 10:28Target Age Group: ElementaryLearning Context: Sunday SchoolTarget Time Frame: 45 minutes Focus Verse: “My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me.” John 10:27 Gospel Connection: In this lesson, children learn to listen closely to what God is … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Lesson Title: Knowing Jesus Through the Five Senses: The Sense of Touch Bible Reference: John 19:16-20:31 Target Age Group: Elementary Learning Context: Sunday School Target Time Frame: 45 minutes Focus Verse: “Stop doubting and believe.” John 20:27b Gospel Connection: This lesson uses everyday objects to tell the most important story in the Bible; Jesus’ death and resurrection. In John 20, … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Lesson Title: Knowing Jesus Through the Five Senses: The Sense of Sight Bible Reference: John 18:1-14; 19-23; 28-40; John 19:1-16 Target Age Group: Elementary Learning Context: Sunday School Target Time Frame: 45 minutes Focus Verse: As soon as the chief priests and their officials saw him, they shouted, “Crucify! Crucify!” But Pilate answered, “You take him and crucify him. As … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Lesson Title: Knowing Jesus Through the Five Senses: The Sense of Taste Bible Reference: Matthew 26:17-30; 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 Target Age Group: Elementary Learning Context: Sunday School Target Time Frame: 45 minutes Focus Verse: While they were eating, Jesus took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and gave it to his disciples, saying, “Take and eat; this is … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Lesson Title: Knowing Jesus Through the Five Senses: The Sense of Smell Bible Reference: Ephesians 5:2; Genesis 1:28-31; Genesis 2:15-17; Genesis 3:1-6; Romans 5:12 Target Age Group: Elementary Learning Context: Sunday School Target Time Frame: 45 minutes Focus Verse: “And walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave Himself up for us as a fragrant … More Children’s Ministry Resources
In our culture, competitiveness is a part of everyday life. Our children value being the best at whatever it is they are doing. It is good that children strive to always do their best, but the Bible teaches us to be humble and to always do for others without thinking of ourselves. This lesson will help children understand that they … More Children’s Ministry Resources
In this passage Jesus gets up early and finds a place to pray before He begins his busy day. The disciples went looking for him because they did not understand the importance He placed on spending time with God. Through this lesson children will learn the importance of spending time with God. God is in control of our lives and … More Children’s Ministry Resources
A person without Christ is like a man walking through the desert. Completely dry and in need of water. Christ is the living water of our lives. He sustains us and fills us up. Just as the body cannot live without water the soul cannot live without Jesus. This lesson uses the contrast of a dry and wet sponge to … More Children’s Ministry Resources
When Jesus called Levi to become a disciple many people were shocked. Jesus was the Son of God, while Levi was a sinner and a tax collector. The Pharisees felt that Jesus was too good to be seen with someone like Levi. But Jesus knew that Salvation was for everyone. Jesus used the calling of Levi as a way to … More Children’s Ministry Resources
In this passage, children will learn about Jesus’ power. Many people were amazed and shocked to discover that Jesus had the power to heal the sick and cast out demons. This account affirms Jesus’ position as the Son of God. Through this lesson children will learn that Jesus is God’s son and as such holds the power to heal the … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Two very important things happen in this passage. First of all, we see Jesus traveling to other cities preaching the good news. Jesus is setting the example of what true discipleship should be. He is going to the people and telling them the good news. Later, whenever he called Simon, Andrew, James and John, they follow his example and simply … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Lesson Title: He will Come Unto Us like Rain Bible Reference: Hosea 6:1-3 Target Age Group: Preschool to Elementary Learning Context: Sunday School Target Time Frame: 45 minutes Memory Verse: “And he shall come unto us as the rain.” Hosea 6:3 Gospel Connection: Sometimes in life we allow ourselves to drift further apart from God than we should. We are … More Children’s Ministry Resources
The Great Commission is important because it serves as a guide for Christians who do not know what to do with their lives. As Jesus is ascending into Heaven he reminds his disciples that they must be His witness in all the earth. They must spread the good news of Jesus’ resurrection and offer of salvation to everyone who will … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This proverb serves as a wakeup call against the dangers of laziness. Culturally, laziness is becoming more and more acceptable. But the Bible teaches us in this passage that laziness ultimately leads to destruction. We can look at the ant as an example of how we are to live. Ants work hard, even without supervision. They plan ahead for times … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This Proverbs teaches us that our words have the ability to either build up or tear down those around us. We can destroy friendships that we spend years building instantly with a few words. We can also use our words to completely turn around someone’s day. As Christian’s we should speak truth to each other. The Lord detests lies, but … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson strives to help young children understand one of the most important attributes of God; that He is constant. He is always with us and will never leave us. This does not mean that we will be free from trials, but that He will be with us through good times and bad. Lesson Title: God is Always with Us … More Children’s Ministry Resources
One of the greatest commands that God has given us is to love one another. But what does this look like in our lives? This is the question that this lesson attempts to answer. The Bible gives us lots of commandments, such as to tell others about Jesus and give to the poor. Of all of these commands the greatest … More Children’s Ministry Resources
With Valentine’s Day upon us, we are reminded of God’s never-ending and unfailing love for us. Secular Valentine’s Day is used to show those who we love romantically how much they mean to us, but this lesson uses it as a way to show God’s children how much He loves us. God’s love far exceeds any other type of love. … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use this free Bible lesson to help children understand the importance of following God. He is the only prize worth chasing in this life and the reward is eternal life. Lesson Title: Running the Race Bible Reference: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 Target Age Group: Preschool Learning Context: Sunday School Target Time Frame: 45 minutes Memory Verse: “Everyone who competes in the games goes … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free Bible lesson for preschoolers is based on what Jesus said in John 4 to the woman at the well. Children will learn how God himself can be their source of refreshing. Lesson Title: Living Water Bible Reference: John 4:4-14 Target Age Group: Preschool Learning Context: Sunday School Target Time Frame: One Hour Memory Verse: “But those who drink … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson strives to help children understand that sin is like a chain that is bounding them. Sin may seem good at first, but the repercussions are always negative. We cannot be free as long as we are surrounded by sin. Only God has the power to forgive our sins and our hope must be in him. Lesson Title: All … More Children’s Ministry Resources
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 the story where Daniel thanks … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson strives to teach young children that God is always with them and gives them what they need if they will just trust him. After the Exodus, Moses led the people of Israel away from Egypt and into the wilderness. At first the Israelites were overjoyed to finally be free, but that joy quickly turned to bitterness and agitation … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free lesson plan is based on the events of Luke 17 when Jesus healed 10 men of leprosy. It highlights the theme of thankfulness to God, especially for the mercy Jesus shows for us. Children will learn that we should always say “thank you” to God for his kindness. Lesson Title: Saying Thank You to God Bible Reference: Luke … More Children’s Ministry Resources