We wish somehow that church could be “perfect” and grant us opportunity for beautiful fellowship, community, and outreach. Unfortunately, though, churches are made of people, and people are not perfect. We make mistakes and sometimes lose track of the truly important things in God’s service. There are times in our experience as church members, and even leaders, when we may … More Children’s Ministry Resources
“Dem bones dem bones, dem dry bones…” Perhaps we are familiar with the song or even the story, but what does it mean? Why did God give Ezekiel a vision of dancing skeletons? This lesson looks at the story of Ezekiel and how it represents a message of hope for Godly renewal. Lesson focus: Sometimes we feel that life … More Children’s Ministry Resources
When spring is in the air and new life blooms, lessons and illustrations involving plants can be especially relevant. This example reminds children that we often have to be patient and wait for things…whether we are preparing a garden, praying for a desire, or witnessing to others, life takes time and perseverance. Do a little frustrated planting for students…display a … More Children’s Ministry Resources
As Christians, we know that our value is in much different things than what the world tends to judge as important. In daily life, we often struggle with what seems most critical, and this can lessen our hope and confuse our priorities. This lesson reminds us of what truly lasts in life, and what we can knowingly aim our … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Sometimes we all get too caught up in details…how we do things in church, specifics of what we are doing…and we lose sight of the reason and purpose of serving God. This lesson emphasizes that principle with a look at a miracle from Jesus’s life: the healing of a man born blind. Lesson focus: Jesus is our hope and … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Bible Focus: God does not always promise comfort or fun, but life with Him is an adventure! This lesson provides a twist on traditional St. Patrick’s Day emphasis by looking at the event’s founder relative to Biblical patriarchs. Patrick followed God’s lead and spread the word of the Gospel, just like Old (and New) Testament heroes followed God’s direction. Target … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Sometimes it is easy to read the Old Testament and think of it as irrelevant, or less important than the gospels and epistles. Words of prophecy may seem harsh, repetitive, or difficult to understand. But so much that we find in the prophetic books can be significant and meaningful to our daily lives and especially to kids. Not only that, … More Children’s Ministry Resources
It seems like kids today have more and more: technology, opportunity, luxury…yet sometimes they wind up stressed and over-anxious. This devotional Bible study seeks to discuss and address some of the common stressors, and to guide students back to the peace that passes all understanding, found in Christ alone. Bible Focus: There are many things that tend to bring … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Sometimes they’re awkward. At times we just plain can’t stand them, but everyone has one somewhere along the line and there’s no getting around it…it’s our families. God established the unit of the family at the dawn of creation, and it’s clear that he values relationships and does not want us to go it alone. The Lord God said, “It is … More Children’s Ministry Resources
As we approach the start of the holiday season (or any anticipated event, for that matter), there is an air of excitement that seems to pervade attitudes of young and old alike. For children, the thrill of Thanksgiving or Christmas likely lies in getting things: presents, toys, parties, food…kids have no trouble receiving joyously. As adults, however, our preferences and … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use this object lesson on Father’s Day to remind kids of how their Heavenly Father cares for them. This children’s sermon can be used with various Bible passages suggested below on the topic of the Fatherhood of God. Print the message notes below, watch our example video, and gather your supplies. Children’s Sermon Object Lesson Honoring our Heavenly Father on … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Father’s Day is a perfect holiday for crafts in your Sunday School class. Use the following project ideas to add some hands-on learning to your lesson plans this third Sunday of June. Download the craft directions below, gather your supplies, and watch our video demonstration of these projects. “Great Dads Make Us Glad” Craft Ideas for Father’s Day Happy Father’s … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use this simple Bible lesson to teach kids about the real unity that exists in Jesus Christ and how loving others is the key to ending racism. Download the teaching notes below. We’ve included crafts, game ideas, and other printable coloring pages to help you prepare and teach this important truth from God’s Word. As sinful creatures in a fallen … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use this object lesson to share a message with children about loving others who look different. This sermon is can be used with various Bible passages to teach against prejudice and explain how God loves all his children. Print the message notes below, watch our example video, and gather your supplies. “What’s on the inside?”Children’s Sermon Object Lesson about Loving … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use these crafts when teaching kids about God’s love for all people. They work with any anit-racism Bible study or lesson about how the Gospel can bring peace to all people. Download the craft directions, watch our how-to instructions video, and then gather your craft supplies. It is all too unfortunate, but discrimination and prejudice seem an ever-present element of … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use these crafts when teaching kids about the sharing the Gospel with others (aka evangelism). They work with any lesson plan about telling others about God’s love. We wrote them to accompany a Matthew 9:37-38 Sunday School lesson. Download the craft directions, watch our how-to instructions video, and then gather your craft supplies. What is a harvest, and what does … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This Sunday School lesson was designed for to use with their children on the week of June 7, 2020. It’s based on Matthew 28:16-20 where Jesus commission his followers to go and make more disciples. Go Make Disciples! Sunday School Suggestions (in home or in groups) to Remember the Great Commission Before His Ascension, Jesus gave the disciples an important … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use this object lesson to share a message with children about the the Great Commission that Jesus gave his disciples. This sermon is based on Matthew 28:16-20. Print the message notes below, watch our example video, and gather your supplies. “Share the Good News” Children’s Sermon Object about the Great Commission Main Objective: Jesus has sent us all into the … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use these crafts when teaching kids about the Great Commission that Jesus commanded his disciples before his ascension. They work with any Matthew 28:16-20 lesson plan for Sunday School. Download the craft directions, watch our how-to instructions video, and then gather your craft supplies. “Go Make Disciples” Craft Ideas based on the Great Commission The Great Commission is something we … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This Bible Object Lesson will teach kids about the Day of Pentecost and how the Holy Spirit filled the early church with power. It’s based on Acts 2:1-12 where the disciples experience the miracle of Pentecost. Download the teachers notes, watch our Children’s Message example, and gather your supplies. Then you’re ready to share this message in your church next … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use these crafts when teaching kids about the Pentecost, the day when the Holy Spirit gave birth to the Church. They work with any Acts 2:1-11 lesson plan for Sunday School. Download the craft directions, watch our how-to instructions video, and then gather your craft supplies. “The Holy Spirit Breathes Fire” Craft Ideas for the Celebration of Pentecost Pentecost is … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This Bible Object Lesson will teach kids about Jesus High Priestly prayer for all believers. It’s based on John 17:1-17 where explained that Christians are in the world, but are different because the belong to his Kingdom. Download the teachers notes, watch our Children’s Message example, and gather your supplies. Then you’re ready to share this message in your church … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This Sunday School lesson was designed for parets to use with their children at home on the week of May 24, 2020. It’s based on John 17:1-10; 20-26 where Jesus talks about how he prays for his followers. Everything is included in the PDF download below (teaching notes, coloring pages, craft directions, game ideas, and worksheets). Use what is most … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This Sunday School lesson was designed for parents to use with their children at home on the week of May 24, 2020. It’s based on Luke 24:44-53; Acts 1:1-11 where Jesus is taken up into heave (the Ascension) but also promised to come back in the same way. Everything is included in the PDF download below (teaching notes, coloring pages, … More Children’s Ministry Resources