sunday-school-lessons

Introducing “Harvesting Gratitude”: A 4-Week Thanksgiving Children’s Ministry Curriculum

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We are thrilled to announce the launch of our new digital curriculum, “Harvesting Gratitude: 4-Week Children’s Ministry Curriculum“. This unique study is designed to help children aged 6-12 years recognize, understand, and express gratitude for the blessings that God has bestowed upon them in their everyday lives. Enjoy the 1st week as a free sample lesson. A Journey of Discovery and Appreciation “Harvesting Gratitude” is more than just a curriculum; it’s a journey of discovery and appreciation.

Summer Sunday School Lessons & Activities

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Summer is different in children’s ministry. After all the VBS activities, regular weekly programs like Sunday School can see lower attendance. This is true in children’s church too. Many congregations pause their Wednesday evening programs when school is out for Summer vacation. This page links all our best ideas for making the most of Summertime in your Sunday School. Don’t miss our Summer Curriculum bundle for Children’s Ministry with 84% savings. In this article: Summer Sunday School

Sunday School Lesson on Matthew 10:40-42 “Welcome One and All”

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Use this lesson plan when teaching from Matthew 10:40-42 in your children’s Sunday School class. We’ve included complete teaching notes, game ideas, craft projects, and more. It’s everything you need to teach this Bible lesson to kids. “Welcome One and All”Sunday School Lesson on Matthew 10:40-42 Hospitality and valuing others is important. What does it mean to welcome someone? The term can take on multiple meanings, when we think about it. “Welcome” can be a casual hello,

What does it Mean to Trust and Obey? Sunday School Lesson on Faith

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            Kids have a difficult time with abstracts. It is understandably challenging to put trust in things that cannot be seen, or to grasp concepts that are not tangible. “The faith of a mustard seed can move mountains”, we might hear. But to the concrete mind of a six-year-old this only conjures a very perplexing image. When discussing faith, it’s best to put in terms that a youngster can potentially comprehend, relating it to how we trust

God's Promise to David- 2 Samuel 7 (Sunday School Lesson)

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Title: God’s Promise to David Scripture: 2 Samuel 7 Target Age Group: 3rd-5th grade Lesson Opening Ask: Has someone ever made a promise to you? What was the promise? Did they keep it? Say: People don’t always keep their promises, but you know who does? God! Throughout the Bible we read about many promises that God made to different people, and He always kept those promises. Our story today is about a promise God made to King

3 Anti-Racism Sunday School Lessons for Kids

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Are you searching for a way to teach your children about empathy, culture, race, and prejudice? Are you feeling overwhelmed and unsure of where to begin? We can help. Deep Blue Life: Faith and Culture—Anti-Racism includes three sessions teaching about “Prejudice and Stereotypes,” “Curiosity and Empathy,” and “Colors and Cultures.” Download the free 3 lesson series from Cokesbury Kids Anti-Racism Lesson One: Prejudice and Stereotypes Main Idea: Understanding the truth beyond stereotypes can help us combat our

HOME Sunday School Lesson (John 9:1-42) Jesus Heals a Blind Man

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This Sunday School lesson was designed for parents to use with their children at home on the week of March 22, 2020. Everything is included in the PDF download below (teaching notes, coloring pages, craft directions, game ideas, and worksheets). Use what is most helpful for your kids and ignore the rest. Families can also watch our children’s message, suggested music, and craft demonstration in the video playlist below. Open Your Eyes!  Sunday School Lesson on Jesus

Sunday School Lesson (Matthew 17:1-9) The Transfiguration of Jesus

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This Sunday School Lesson is about The Transfiguration of Jesus. The Bible references is Matthew 17:1-9. The lesson plan includes crafts, games, and detailed teaching notes. Use it in your children’s ministry this Sunday, February 23, 2020. “Shining Glory” Sunday School Lesson on the Transfiguration of Jesus Mountains, clouds, tents, bright lights…. there’s a lot to look at in the Transfiguration tale, but what should be the emphasis for communicating the story with children? Young students can

Sunday School Lesson "Fishers of Friends" Matthew 4:12-23

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Download this Sunday School lesson about Jesus’ early ministry. It is based on Matthew 4 and the Fishers of Men. Teach kids how the disciples started following Jesus and how they can tell others about Jesus too. “Fishers of Friends” Sunday School Lesson from Matthew 4:12-23 Children know the importance of following directions or being obedient (at least in theory!). But what does it mean to truly follow a person? Is it like following a celebrity in

Sunday School Lesson (John 1:29-42) Go Make Disciples

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This Sunday School lesson will teach kids the importance of sharing about Jesus with others. It’s based on John 1:29-42, where John’s disciples become disciples of Jesus. Print the lesson plan below. We’ve included crafts, coloring pages, games, worksheets, and a children’s message. “Go Make Disciples” Sunday School Lesson John 1:29-42 – Sharing Jesus with Others Students are likely familiar with the concept of sharing things, but they may be a bit more uncertain about the idea

Sunday School Lesson (Matthew 2:1-13) Visitation of the Magi | Epiphany

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This free printable Sunday School lesson is based on the story of the Wise Men found in Matthew 2:1-13.  It’s part of our new series “Heroes of the Christmas Story” (Celebrated and Lesser-Known) that shares the Biblical story of Christmas. The download below includes craft suggestions, worksheets, coloring page, and complete teaching guide. Wise Men Bring Gifts to Jesus Sunday School Lesson from Matthew 2:1-13 There are a lot of great truths to take from the story of

Sunday School Lesson (Luke 2:22-40) Simeon and Anna Rejoice

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This free Sunday School lesson is based on the stories about Simeon and Anna from Luke 2:22-40. It shows the great joy that Jesus would bring to those who love God. Download the printable lesson plan below.  It’s part of our new series “Heroes of the Christmas Story” (Celebrated and Lesser-Known) that shares the Biblical story of Christmas.  Simeon and Anna Rejoice at the Dedication of Jesus Christmas Sunday School Lesson from Luke 2:22-40 There are a

Sunday School Lesson (Judges 6-7) The Story of Gideon for Kids

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Download this free Sunday School lesson to teach kids about the victory God worked through the story of Gideon in Judges 6-7. The Sword of Gideon: Sunday School Lesson Kids Bible Lesson from Judges 6-7 “The Sword of Gideon” Sunday School Lesson from Judges 6-7 To God be the Glory… Sunday School Lesson on Gideon and the Midianites  Although not as well-known as some Biblical hero tales, the story of Gideon is an amazing example of God’s

Sunday School Lesson (Luke 19:1-10) “Zacchaeus the Tax Collector”

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Download our printable Sunday School lesson from Luke 19:1-10 where Jesus shows kindness and changes the heart of Zacchaeus the Tax Collector. The printable PDF below includes the complete teaching plan, crafts, games, and bonus coloring pages. Zacchaeus the Tax Collector (Luke 19:1-10) Sunday School Lesson for Kids A Tree, A Tax Collector, and a Change of Heart   – Sunday School Lesson on Zacchaeus and the Grace of Jesus Sure, we know the fun Zacchaeus song and

Sunday School Lesson (Luke 7:37-48) Sinful Woman Anoints Jesus”

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This is another powerful lesson on the power of God to forgive. Jesus shows that the faith of a “sinful woman” is respected by God more than the lukewarm faith of religious people. The complete lesson download below includes coloring pages and learning actives to help you share this message with the children. Lesson: Jesus says the Sinful Woman is an Example of True Faith Luke 7:37-48 Sunday School Lesson for Kids Target Ages: This lesson is

Sunday School Lesson (Luke 18:9-14) Pharisee and Tax Collector

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Jesus told this powerful parable to illustrate how God wants us to pray in Luke 18:9-14. The download below includes the complete printable lesson plan, several craft ideas, and bonus coloring pages. It’s everything you need to prepare for your class this weekend. “The Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector” from Luke 18:9-14 What is Humility? Sunday School Lesson for Kids Young children may not yet be familiar with worrying about public prayer, but they

Sunday School Lesson (Luke 18:1-8) Prayer & The Parable of the Persistent Widow

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Download this free Sunday School lesson. It teaches the importance of prayer based on Jesus parable of the Persistent Widow in Luke 18:1-8. The download link below includes the full lesson plan, teaching activities, and bonus coloring pages. It’s every thing you need to share this powerful message with your Sunday School Class or Kids Church. “The Parable of the Persistent Widow and the Unjust Judge” from Luke 18:1-8 In Just Keep Asking?? Sunday School Lesson Lesson

Sunday School Lesson (Luke 7:1-10) The Faith of the Centurion

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In this Sunday School Lesson, children will see that Jesus has great power and deserves our faith. Download our printable lesson plan below to be ready to teach. We’ve included bonus learning activities to make your planning easier. The Centurion’s Faith: Luke 17:1-10 Bible Lesson for Kids Learning Objectives: After this lesson, children will demonstrate knowledge of the story … by telling the story back in their own words. Target Age: Kindergarten – 5th Text: Luke 7:1-10

Sunday School Lesson (Luke 17:11-17) Jesus Heals: Who Says Thanks?

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This free Sunday School lesson is based on Luke 17:11-17, when Jesus healed 10 lepers but only one returned to offer him thanks. Download the printable version below and watch the craft example video below. The link below includes the complete lesson plan, activities, craft instructions, and some bonus coloring pages. We even added the preschool version to make sure you’re ready for anything! About This Sunday School Lesson The story of Jesus healing the ten lepers

Sunday School Lesson (Luke 16:19-31) The Rich Man & Lazarus

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This Sunday we’re featuring the parable of Lazarus and the Rich Man (Luke 16:19-31). Download our complete Bible lesson for kids below. It includes craft ideas, teaching notes, coloring page, and game ideas. It’s everything you need for Sunday, September 29, 2019. First Things First… Kids Bible Lesson on Making God Number One in our Lives. When teaching children, there are often passages that come along which are more challenging to work with than others. The rich

Sunday School Lesson (Luke 16:1-15) Money & Wise Stewardship

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Jesus said a lot about money and putting God first. This kids’ Sunday School lessons from Luke 16:1-15 will teach children about managing gifts well and stewarding wisely. Download the printable lesson plan below. We’ve included the craft, coloring pages, and teaching outline below. Enjoy and may God bless your ministry! Stewarding Wisely… Sunday School Lesson on Managing Gifts Well Let’s admit it: some of the parables of Christ are a lot easier to teach than others…and

Sunday School Lesson (Luke 14:25-35) Counting the Cost

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Download this complete Sunday School lesson for kids based on Luke 14:25-35. The link below includes two coloring pages, craft directions, game ideas, and the Bible teaching plan. We make your ministry easy – so you can focus on the kids God is bringing to your class. This Gospel message can be somewhat challenging to communicate with children. Hating family members? Bearing crosses? The point to communicate and emphasize here is that we need to consider what

Sunday School Lesson (Jeremiah 1:4-10) God Wants to Use You

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Download this free Sunday School lesson to teach kids the story of Jeremiah’s calling and how God wants to use them (even when they are kids). The link below includes the complete lesson plan, two coloring sheet options, and craft idea. Children sometimes develop a mindset that they are in a “waiting room” of sorts. “Young people are the future of the church,” some say…but do we fail to recognize that young people are the church of

Faith in the Face of…Anything! (Hebrews 11:1-12:3) Sunday School Lessons

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Kids sometimes learn best by example. As we talk about definitions of “faith”, it can sometimes still seem to be a confusing term. We want to make sure our faith is in the right thing—in the trustworthiness of God alone. But how does that play out in practical daily life? There are a lot of conflicting distractions and directions that tug at their attention, especially in times of transition, like back to school time. One of the