This lesson plan continues our series about the Kings of Israel. It continues the story of Solomon where he turns away from God and worships the false gods of his many pagan wives. This Bible story is a warning to all of us the danger of disobedience. Even this wise man was deceived by his own sin. It should remind us how … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Take your students on a journey through the Book of Acts where they will learn lessons from the early church after Jesus ascended to heaven and believers received the gift of the Holy Spirit. Students will learn how they too can live a powerful life serving Jesus as the Holy Spirit empowers them. This page is the index to our … More Children’s Ministry Resources
The next lesson in the series of Israel’s kings introduces students to Solomon. As Solomon begins his reign of all the things he could have asked for he asks God for wisdom. Students will learn that God’s wisdom is available to all who ask and by living a life using Godly wisdom they will experience great blessing. This lesson was … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Here is another option for Sunday School this Advent Seasons. It’s a lesson plan intended to present the Christmas story of Christ’s birth in Bethlehem and the Shepherd’s announcement of His birth. It was was first prepared for older elementary students and can be adapted for other ministry opportunities. Learning Goal: As students take an imaginary journey to the town of … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson introduces students to how the Israelites celebrated Thanksgiving as they celebrate the Feast of Tabernacles. The celebration was written in God’s Law for His people to keep each year as a way to remember His goodness to them. As His people remember all that He has done for them they are filled with joy and thanksgiving. This lesson … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is another lesson from the study of David. It could also work as lesson for Thanksgiving. Click here to see the lesson index. The lesson teaches the generosity and willingness of David and the Israelites to give materials for the future temple that Solomon would build. The focus of the lesson is on how God owns all we have and … More Children’s Ministry Resources
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 … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This page is the index to our series of lesson plans that follow the Kings of Israel. This page will be updated as the posts are published. These lessons were designed for older elementary children, but you could modify them for a broader range of kids. Like all our content, this curriculum is 100% free to use in your church, … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson continues the study of Israel’s kings. Click here to see the lesson index. The focus of this lesson is David’s perseverance through difficulties during the period of time before he takes the throne. Believers can learn from David’s example to persevere during difficult times because one day they will receive their heavenly reward. Even with opposition and persecution … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is a continuation of the kids Bile lessons about Israel’s Kings. It is the second lesson about David. Click here to see the lesson index. In this lesson we see David’s confident faith in God and how God uses him to fight and defeat Goliath. Even though David has been anointed king he continues to faithfully serve as he … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is the third lesson in a study on Israel’s Kings. Click here to see the lesson index. This lesson is about Samuel anointing David to be king. The lesson focuses on David’s heart and how he was faithful in his day to day tasks. This would be an excellent Sunday School lesson, but you could easily use it in … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is the follow-up lesson about King Saul and continues our series on the Kings of Israel. Click here to see the lesson index. God gave Israel their request to have a king and Saul was a true reflection of their hearts. He looked good on the outside but was disobedient in his heart. Students will learn from Saul’s life … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson is the second in the series of Israel’s Kings. This lesson covers the anointing of Saul as Israel’s first king. Click here to see the lesson index. Although Saul begins his reign humbly his rebellion towards God causes him to lose his position as king. The study of Saul will be in two parts. This first lesson focuses … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is the first lesson in a series of the history of Israel’s kings. Click here to see the lesson index. This lesson introduces students to when the Israelites ask Samuel for a king. Their request was a rejection to the rule of God as their King. The students will learn that God’s ways are the best ways and we … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson is based on Jonah’s response to God’s mercy to the Ninevites from Jonah 4. Jonah had experienced God’s mercy and was given a second chance in his life. Jonah was unmerciful in his response to God’s compassion and mercy to the repentant Ninevites. The lesson uses Matthew 18:21-35 to bring in a New Testament Scripture as a parallel … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson is taken from Jonah 3 where Jonah obeys God and is given a second chance to go to Nineveh. As Jonah obeys God the people of Nineveh believe God’s message and repent. This lesson shows the importance of believers obeying God’s command to go into the world and preach the Good News and leave the results up to … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This Bible lesson is a continuation for the study of the Book of Jonah. It was prepared with older elementary students in mind. The focuses of this lesson is repenting from sin and turning back to God. The lesson can be simplified for younger children with a focus on how God hears and answers our prayers. It can also be used … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is the second lesson created for the study of Jonah. This particular lesson deals with dying to self and living for Christ. The lesson may be more appropriate for students who have been believers and are maturing in their faith. The lesson clearly presents the Gospel so students who are unsaved can be exposed to the salvation message. The lesson can … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson is based on the the first chapter of the Book of Jonah. It focuses on how a person’s disobedience to God causes difficulty in the lives of others. Despite knowing his mission from God, Jonah allowed prejudice and fear to control his actions. This lesson plan was prepared for older elementary Sunday School, but you modify it to use … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson is a continuation of the study of the Book of Acts. Paul and Barnabas face difficulties in Iconium and Lystra but continue to share the Good News because they are empowered with the Holy Spirit. Children will learn that God helps us stick to our mission, even when things get hard. This lesson can be adapted for Children’s … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson is a continuation of Paul and Barnabas’ first missionary journey. In this lesson they experience rejection to the message of the Gospel and also see many respond with faith as they hear the message. The lesson can be used in Children’s church and also simplified for younger students. Be creative and adapt this lesson to fit your own … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson is based on the calling of Paul and Barnabas to take the message of the Gospel to others. It is based off the events in Acts 13. The original teaching context of this lesson plan was Sunday School. With some modification you could also use this material for a Children’s Church lesson. With some work, it can be … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson is about God delivering Peter from prison. The believers were constantly praying for this seemingly impossible situation. Students will learn from this story that nothing is too hard for God. They can trust Him even when life situations seem bad. The original learning context for this material was older elementary Sunday School. It can also be adapted for … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This children’s Bible lesson continues the study of the Book of Acts. The lesson is about Peter explaining God’s hand in the conversion of Gentiles. The lesson focuses on how change brought growth for the Church. Kids need to know that God can be trusted in times of change. The original setting for this lesson plan was older elementary Sunday School. … More Children’s Ministry Resources