Children’s Sermon: We are the Body of Christ (Romans 12:1-8)

Use this children’s sermon and object lesson to help kids understand how the church works together to serve the world in Jesus name. It’s based on Romans 12:1-8. “We are the Body” Children’s Sermon on Spiritual Gifts and Living at the Body of Christ Main Objective: The church is the body of Christ. We hear this more than once in the New Testament, but what does it mean? The body is a great illustration of teamwork for

“You are a Living Sacrifice!” Craft Ideas for the Body of Christ

Use these craft activities in your Sunday School class or children’s ministry when teaching about the Church as the “Body of Christ.” The body of Christ is a concept that is addressed multiple times in the New Testament, and is both important and fun to illustrate. Children can identify with body parts (as we all have them!), and with the idea of teamwork. Describing the church as a body of believers reminds kids that we all have

Sharing is Caring….What it means to be part of the body of Christ

Bible Focus: The early church of the New Testament provides an example of Godly living that involves sharing. Sharing is not just a preschool principle, and it is not only about money or things. We can share in all sorts of ways, and when we do so it honors God. Target Age Group: Pre-K-Sixth Grade (adaptable) Student application: God wants us to share all things, and doing so builds His kingdom. All that we have is God’s,

“Unity in Christ” Bible Lesson for Kids to Promote Racial Reconciliation

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 world, we know that we are inclined to do and think things that are wrong. Unfortunately, one

“Unity in Christ” Craft Ideas for Racial Reconciliation

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 life in a sinful world. It is important to raise children to recognize that God has made

Body of Christ Lesson: Ankle, Eye, or Pinkie Toe? (1 Corinthians 12:12-31)

There are many ways to consider how the church operates as a team of believers…the Bible makes it clear that every person has special gifts and abilities. We can use those unique elements to come together and do amazing things. But we have to use each other to make it happen. As adults we may be used to this message, but for kids sometimes it takes a little extra illustration and activity. This lesson aims to emphasize