This is the eighth lesson plan in our series titled, “Toddlers Knowing God.” Each of these studies help children age 18-24 months better understand the character & nature of God. Click here to see the main index for these Bible lessons. This particular lesson is based on Psalm 100:3-5 and teaches how to say thank you to God. Thank You, God Simple Lesson Series on God for 18-24 months Scripture: Psalm 100:3-5 Main Idea: Thank you, God!
This is a simple flyer to hang up around your church. It reminds members to say thanks to the church nursery volunteers. After all, the are serving the most important guests each Sunday. Click on the image to the right to download as a printable PDF document. You can also save the jpeg image. Some churches might want to insert this image into their weekly bulletin. Leave a comment below to let me know what you think. This
This free Bible lesson is based on God’s command in Psalm 46:10. Children must learn to slow down and experience the glory of God through worship. This lesson will help them grow in their appreciation for God’s glory and his power over all things. Lesson Title: Be Still and Know That I am God Bible Reference: Psalm 46:10, Habakkuk 2:20, Revelation 1:8 Target Age Group: Preschool Learning Context: Sunday School Target Time Frame: 30 minutes Printer Friendly
This is the seventh lesson plan in our series titled, “Toddlers Knowing God.” Each of these studies help children age 18-24 months better understand the character & nature of God. Click here to see the main index for these Bible lessons. This particular lesson is based on Psalm 139:7-10 and teaches about the omnipresence of God. Main Idea: God is everywhere! He is always with us! (Repeat throughout the lesson.) Bible Passage: Psalm 139:7-10 Bible Lesson Title: God
This lesson continues the process of teaching older elementary students how to study God’s Word for themselves. The challenge for all people who hear and learn facts from God’s Word is to take what they know and do something about it that transforms their life. There are those who will hear and receive facts and do nothing resulting in an unchanged life. Those who hear and obey will live a transformed life that reflects the Lord Jesus.
This lesson plan begins a study called Toddlers Knowing God. Our aim is to help younger children begin to understand the nature and power of God. The target age group is 18-24 months, but you could modify these outlines to fit your teaching setting. “God made me special!” We would love to hear your feedback in the comment section below. Feel free to share how you personalized these lessons for your ministry and any new ideas to
The following lesson is for an older elementary class using Bible study methods to help students learn to study God’s Word for themselves. It’s the third step in the process which is to think about the key words and phrases the students marked in Jonah 1-2 during their last session. The lesson is a guide and can be adapted for your ministry’s needs. Click here to see the first lesson in this series or or browse all our
This is the second lesson for teaching older elementary students how to study the Bible for themselves. The students look closer at key words and phrases of Jonah 1 and 2 and mark them. This is an adaptation from DiscipleLand’s Bringing the Bible to Life for our class’s needs. It is a suggested guide to help you teach your students and can be adapted to your ministry’s needs. Click here to see the Big Picture lesson on
So often our student ministries are limited to reaching only the kids in our church. While that’s commendable, that’s not the ideal way to reach the whole community. Student ministries should do more than minister to “our” kids, they should build relationships with principals, teachers and students on the fringes. If you have a desire to bolster your church’s efforts consider adding one of these student ministries. Every community has different needs so you may have to
This lesson was created for my class of newly promoted 4th & 5th graders. I adapted this lesson from the Discipleland curriculum provided by our church that is geared for older students. The purpose of this lesson is to introduce students how to study the Bible for themselves. This lesson teaches them to look at the big picture of Jonah 1 and 2. This is only a guide and can be adapted and used for your ministry
This is the first lesson for my class as they start a new school year. The focus of the lesson is to encourage and help students to be excited to study God’s Word. The lesson was prepared for older elementary students and can be adapted as needed for your ministry needs. Bible Story: God’s Word is Alive! Scripture: Selected Scriptures Below Target Age Group: Age 9 – 11 (U.S. 3rd – 5th Grade) Learning Context: Sunday School Target
The following lesson is taken from Daniel 12 and introduces students to the truth that all people will be resurrected and receive rewards. Those who have placed their faith are written in the Book of Life and receive eternal life and will be rewarded at the judgment seat of Christ. Those who reject Christ as the only way to God will receive eternal separation from God and be punished according to their sin. This lesson was created
This is the fifth lesson plan in our series titled, “Toddlers Knowing God.” Each of these studies help children age 18-24 months better understand the character & nature of God. Click here to see the main index for these Bible lessons. This particular lesson is based on Exodus 15:2, Psalm 118:14. In very simple language, it shows how God gives joy to our hearts. We’ve listed supplies needed according to each learning activity. Please choose which options
This lesson has additional teaching ideas for Daniel 8. The lesson helps students to see that God can be trusted because He always does what He says He will do. The lesson was prepared for older students. This lesson is a suggested guide to help you create a lesson for your class. Bible Story: Daniel’s Ram and Goat Vision Scripture: Daniel 8 Target Age Group: Age 9 – 11 (U.S. 3rd – 5th Grade) Learning Context: Sunday School
This is the fourth lesson plan in our series titled, “Toddlers Knowing God.” Each of these studies help children age 18-24 months better understand the character & nature of God. Click here to see the main index for these Bible lessons. This particular lesson is based on Psalm 28:7; 2 Samuel 22:31. In very simple language, it shows how God can protect from harm. Bible Passage: Psalm 28:7; 2 Samuel 22:31 Bible Lesson Title: God is My Shield
This an adaptation to an earlier lesson submitted about this chapter. This lesson has additional resources to help teach this lesson. It was used in an older elementary class. It is only a guide to be used as a tool to give you ideas as you teach your students. Bible Story: Daniel 7 Saints are the winning team Scripture: Daniel 7 Target Age Group: Age 9 – 11 (U.S. 3rd – 5th Grade) Learning Context: Sunday School Target
It’s important for children to begin thinking of Jesus as a real person who wants to have a personal relationship with them. Too often, they assume he’s only a distant historical figure. We must show them the living God is calling out to them through the Scriptures. This simple lesson will help younger children begin to think about a personal relationship with Jesus. Bible Topic: Zacchaues & Our Relationship with JesusScripture: Jeremiah 29:11, along with Luke 19:1-10Target Age Group: Younger
This is the third lesson plan in our series titled, “Toddlers Knowing God.” Each of these studies help children age 18-24 months better understand the character & nature of God. Click here to see the main index for these Bible lessons. This particular lesson is based on Psalm 18:28; 27:1. In very simple language, it shows how God can guide us and chase away fear. Bible Passage: Psalm 18:28; 27:1 Bible Lesson Title: God is My Light Target Age
This is the second lesson plan in our series titled, “Toddlers Knowing God.” Each of these studies help children age 18-24 months better understand the character & nature of God. Click here to see the main index for these Bible lessons. This particular lesson is based on Psalm 18:1-2; 2 Samuel 22:33. In very simple language, it shows how God is our defenders and place of safety. Bible Passage: Psalm 18:1-2; 2 Samuel 22:33 Bible Lesson Title: God
This is the first lesson plan in our series titled, “Toddlers Knowing God.” Each of these studies help children age 18-24 months better understand the character & nature of God. Click here to see the main index for these Bible lessons. This particular lesson is based on Psalm 23 and John 10. In very simple language, it shows how God is like a shepherd that cares for us. Bible Passage: Psalm 23, John 10:1-18 Bible Lesson Title:
This is a series of Bible lesson designed to help younger children understand the character and nature of God. Each simple lesson in the unit is targeted for children age 18-24 months. Click the links below to access the individual lesson plans. These studies can be modified for other age groups, but we have included very specific activity suggestions for toddlers. God is My Shepherd (Psalm 23 & John 10) God is My Fortress (Psalm 18:1-2; 2 Samuel
This new lesson from the Book of Daniel focuses on the attitude of arrogance versus an attitude of confidence in Christ. The lesson was prepared with older students in mind. The lesson is a guide to provide ideas to teach Daniel 5. Please adapt according to the needs of your students. Bible Story: Belshazzar’s Arrogance Scripture: Daniel 5 Target Age Group: Age 9 – 11 (U.S. 3rd – 5th Grade) Learning Context: Sunday School Target Time Frame: 60
From the life of Nebuchadnezzar in Daniel 4 students will learn that God will humble those who are filled with pride. This lesson was originally presented to older children and teaches them to protect their hearts from pride by choosing to praise God for all things. The lesson is only a guide and may be adapted to the needs of your ministry. Bible Story: Nebuchadnezzar learns to replace pride with praise Scripture: Daniel 4 Target Age Group: Age
The following lesson about Shadrach, Meshach and Abed-Nego focuses on the importance of knowing and obeying God’s Word without compromise. Students will be challenged to examine their lives to see how much of their daily choices are made in obedience to God’s Word or not. It is only a suggested guide to help you get ideas on how to present this chapter to your students. Bible Story: Focus on God, Not the Flames Scripture: Daniel 3 Target Age
