Cornelius Receives the Holy Spirit: Sunday School Lesson

This lesson continues the story of Cornelius and Peter and how God included Gentiles in His plan of salvation.  This was a major event in the early church and shows God’s love was universal. This lesson was prepared for Sunday School but can be adapted for Children’s church and simplified for younger students. Bible Story: Cornelius Receives the Holy Spirit Scripture: Acts … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Peter and Cornelius Sunday School Lesson

This lesson is taken from the story of God revealing to Cornelius a Gentile and to Peter a Jew, His plan to remove barriers that separated Jews and Gentiles.  Students will learn how God began to guide Peter to understand His plan to allow Gentiles to receive salvation through faith in Jesus Christ.  Even though Peter doesn’t fully understand he … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Father’s Day Sunday School Lesson

Use this lesson plan to teach about Father’s Day in your Sunday School. Dads are so important in God’s plan for the family, but in today’s world some kids simply don’t have that benefit. This lesson is sensitive the tough situation some kids face. It points to our Father God as the ultimate dad – because all human fathers fall … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Philip and the Ethiopian Eunuch Sunday School Lesson

Want kids to share their faith? Then give them this powerful example of Philip telling the Ethiopian Eunuch about Jesus. This was an important moment in the early church and Philip was obedient to God’s Spirit when he shared the Good News with a stranger. Students will be challenged to listen for God’s leading and immediately obey. This Bible lesson … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Sunday School Lesson: Persecution Scatters the Church

This Sunday School lesson for children teaches about the events in Acts 8. After a period of success and rapid growth, persecution breaks out against the early church in Jerusalem. God uses these hard times to spread the Gospel to the surrounding region and eventually to all the world. This Bible lesson about the early church would also work well … More Children’s Ministry Resources

The Stoning of Stephen: Sunday School Lesson

This free kids Sunday School lesson is based on the story of Stephen in Acts 6-7. It is targeted for older elementary students. It highlights the role of the Holy Spirit in giving courage to Christians, especially when they are suffering. It also shows that believers who suffer for obedience to Jesus will be rewarded. You can also adapt this … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Seven Men are Chosen to Minister: Acts 6 Lesson

This Sunday School lesson is based on Acts 6 where the church chose seven men to serve. This is often considered the beginning of the office of deacon in the New Testament church. In this lesson plan, children will learn that every believer has a responsibility to serve. This lesson was first prepared for an older elementary Sunday School class … More Children’s Ministry Resources

The Believers Remained Devoted: Sunday School Lesson

This Sunday School lesson is based on the events in Acts 4 where the early Christians show their devotion to Jesus. They continue in their faith even when hard times come. This lesson plan was first written for children’s Sunday School, but it could be adapted for other ministry settings. Be sure to check out the additional learning activities listed … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Lesson: The Spirit gives boldness to Peter & John

This lesson is based on Acts chapter 4 and teaches children about the Spirits role in empowering their Christian witness for Christ. It was originally prepared for an upper elementary Sunday School lesson, but you can modify it for children’s church or younger kids. Be sure to check out the additional learning activities and teaching resources linked at the end … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Lesson: The Birth of the Church on Pentecost

Use this Sunday School lesson to teach children about the birth of the Christian church as told in Acts 2. This lesson plan was first prepared for an older elementary Sunday School class, but you could easily modify it for younger children or kids church. In the present form the estimated length is about 60 minutes. We’ve included links to … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Lesson: Journey Through the Book of Acts

This lesson was first prepared for a 4th Grade Sunday School Class (ages 10-11), but you can easily adapt it for younger students or Children’s Church. This year, our Children’s Ministry began using a new curriculum (Discipleland).  The lessons for our fourth grade class covers the Book of Acts for the entire year. This lesson plan was inspired by my … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Lesson: Jesus Heals Jairus' daughter

This lesson is about how Jairus comes to Jesus and asks Him to come heal his dying daughter.  On the way to Jairus’ house a woman who had been sick for 12 years touched Jesus’ robe and was healed.  The lesson can be simplified for younger students and can also be used as a Children’s Church lesson.  Following the lesson … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Lesson: The Parable of the Great Banquet

This Sunday School lesson plan is based on the parable Jesus taught about the Great Banquet.  This lesson was prepared for older elementary students.  It could also be used as a Children’s Church lesson or adapted for younger students.  At the end of the lesson there are additional resources to help you individualize for the needs of your students. For … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Jesus’ Parable of the Sower (Sunday School Lesson)

This free Sunday School lesson is about Jesus’ parable of the seeds planted on different types of soil. This lesson was prepared for an older elementary age Sunday School class, but you could adapt it for younger students or use it in Children’s Church as well. Following the lesson there are additional resources to help for the individual needs or … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Sunday School Lesson "Created For a Purpose"

Print off this free Sunday School lesson based on the book of Esther. It was first prepared for an older elementary Sunday School class.  With some modification, you could also use it for a Children’s Church lesson or with younger students.  Following the lesson are additional activities that can be helpful for your individual class’s needs. Bible Story: God’s Purpose For Esther Scripture: … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Sunday School Lesson: Handwriting on the Wall

This lesson is from Daniel 5 where Belshazzar is punished for his pride and arrogance against the Most High God.  This lesson can be used for upper elementary students for Sunday School or used as a Children’s Church Lesson.  With simplification this lesson can be used for preschool age and younger elementary students. Following the lesson are additional resources to … More Children’s Ministry Resources