Taken from Daniel 2 this lesson focuses on how a follower of Christ receives wisdom and understanding when they seek God for answers. Â This lesson was prepared for older students but with adaptation can be used for other ages as well. Â It is only a suggested guide to help you get ideas on how to present this chapter to your students. Bible Story:Â God Reveals Mysteries through Daniel Scripture: Daniel 2 (Key Verses: Daniel 2:11, 18-23, 27-30, 45-47)
The following lesson is a review of Paul’s ministry from Acts 18-28. The students will have an opportunity to remember the many ways Paul, empowered by the Holy Spirit, faithfully served Jesus in each circumstance he faced as he shared the Good News. The lesson was prepared for older students and can be adapted. The following is only a suggested guide to help your class  review Acts 18-28. Click here to see all the lessons in this curriculum
*This idea was submitted by Bethany Tapp, the director of children’s ministries at the United Christian Church of Dubai. For my preschool classes (and for families) I provide a couple of simple songs each month to help drive home the truth of the lessons. These are memory verses or concepts set to familiar preschool songs. Here are 30 songs that I’ve written to supplement our lessons. I’m happy for them to be shared. Click on the preview below to download
This lesson is about Paul’s trial before Felix. He is falsely accused but Paul knows he has a clear conscience before God and man. This lesson teaches students that believers should always strive to keep a clear conscience. This is only a guide for the lesson. Adapt to your individual classroom needs. From Paul’s life the students will be challenged to strive to keep a clear conscience before God and man..  The lesson was prepared for older
This is lesson continues our curriculum for preschoolers about knowing Jesus. Each lesson is based on a passage in the Gospel of Mark. You can read the series introduction for more explanation and links to the other lessons. This particular lesson plan teaches about Jesus coming back to life. The resurrection of Christ is the most most important fact in the Christian faith and a precious truth to share with young children. We use GIDEON and his impossible battle to introduce
This is lesson continues our curriculum for preschoolers about knowing Jesus. Each lesson is based on a passage in the Gospel of Mark. You can read the series introduction for more explanation and links to the other lessons. This particular lesson is from passages in Mark 15 where Jesus is on killed on a cross. This can be a sensitive and scary concept for younger children. Even so, it’s important to know how much it cost Jesus to pay
Philippians 4:19 tells us that our God will “meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus.” Â What an awesome verse. Â Did you notice that it said “ALL” your needs? Â Do you think this even means your need for nursery workers? If we believe that God provides for the needs of His church, then we should expect every church has people called to minister in the nursery. Here are some groups that we have
Use this free preschool Bible lesson to teach some basic concepts about sin and the saving love of God. We’ve included several learning activities and object lessons to help make these concepts concrete for younger children. You could easily adapt this Psalm 51 Bible lesson for any age children. Please modify this material for the needs of your class and leave a comment below with your suggestions for other readers. Objectives:  To help preschool students comprehend the extent of sin; to
This is lesson continues our curriculum for preschoolers about knowing Jesus. Each lesson is based on a passage in the Gospel of Mark. You can read the series introduction for more explanation and links to the other lessons. This particular lesson is from passages in Mark 14 & 15 where Jesus is on trial. Preschoolers will discover that Jesus took great pain to help them come to God. Jesus suffered greatly in obedience to the Father so that we might
This lesson reveals the extent of Manasseh’s wickedness. Yet once again, we see God’s mercy when a wicked sinner repents. The students will discover that because of God’s great mercy. He forgives all sins when a person repents and turns to Him. This Bible study is only a guide.  Be sure to modify the lesson to the needs of your students. Click here to see all the Bible lessons in this series. Bible Story Title: Manasseh repents and
This lesson continues in the life of King Hezekiah and teaches the students how he handled the threats of the king of Assyria by prayer. The students will discover lessons how to apply what they learn from Hezekiah’s response to their lives when they are confronted with difficulties. The lesson is prepared for older elementary students. Please adapt to your ministry needs. This lesson is only a guide to help you to prepare for your class.  It was
This is lesson continues our curriculum for preschoolers about knowing Jesus. Each lesson is based on a passage in the Gospel of Mark. You can read the series introduction for more explanation and links to the other lessons. This particular lesson is from passages in Mark 14 and covers the events in the Garden of Gethsemane. Preschoolers will know Jesus was fully human, and in His humanity did not want to suffer and die, but chose to be obedient
This is lesson continues our curriculum for preschoolers about knowing Jesus. Each lesson is based on a passage in the Gospel of Mark. You can read the series introduction for more explanation and links to the other lessons. This particular lesson is from passages in Mark 14 and covers the events of the around Peter’s denial of Jesus. As Christians, we don’t always live in a way that honors Christ, but He offers us grace, mercy, and forgiveness in His perfect love. Preschoolers will
This is a continuation of the study of Israel’s Kings. In part 2 of the life of King Hezekiah this lesson focuses on King Hezekiah’s invitation to all (both Northern and Southern Kingdoms) Israel to come to Jerusalem and celebrate Passover. Students will be learning about the meaning of Passover and how it was pointing God’s people to the Lamb of God Jesus who would take away the sins of the world. This lesson is only a
This is a continuation of the study of Israel’s Kings. This lesson is part one in the life of King Hezekiah.  In 2 Chronicles 29 Hezekiah commands the priests and Levites to consecrate themselves and the temple.  Students will learn about the ministry of the priests and Levites in the Old Testament and how believers are called to be royal priests in the New Testament. This lesson is only a guide to help you to prepare for
This is lesson continues our curriculum for preschoolers about knowing Jesus. Each lesson is based on a passage in the Gospel of Mark. You can read the series introduction for more explanation and links to the other lessons. This particular lesson is from passages in Mark 14:12-26 and covers the events of the Last Supper. Preschoolers will understand why Christians celebrate communion and feel thankful in remembering Jesus’ great sacrifice. Bible Passage: Mark 14:12-26; Exodus 12 Bible Lesson Title: The
This is a continuation of the study of Israel’s Kings. The lesson covers the reign of King Ahaz over the Southern Kingdom. Students will see how sin affects others. Many people in Ahaz’s kingdom suffered as a result of his idolatry and rebellion against God. Students will learn that individuals are responsible before God and their sin affects others. This lesson is only a guide to help you to prepare for your class.  It was created for older
This is lesson continues our curriculum for preschoolers about knowing Jesus. Each lesson is based on a passage in the Gospel of Mark. You can read the series introduction for more explanation and links to the other lessons. This particular lesson is from passages in Mark 14:1-9 where a woman anoints Jesus with costly perfume; she is scolded by others present, but Jesus reveals she has done good in anointing Him for His burial. Bible Passage: Mark 14:1-9Bible Lesson Title: Anointing
This lesson examines the life of Uzziah in a continuation of the study of Israel’s Kings. Uzziah is a successful, powerful king when he seeks the Lord. Unfortunately he allowed the power to go to his head and pride led to his downfall. Students will learn that a truly successful life is one that keeps the spotlight pointing to Jesus. This lesson is only a guide to help you to prepare for your class.  It was created for
This is lesson continues our curriculum for preschoolers about knowing Jesus. Each lesson is based on a passage in the Gospel of Mark. You can read the series introduction for more explanation and links to the other lessons. This particular lesson is from passages in Mark 12:41-44 where Jesus praises a poor widow for her offering at the Temple. What matters most to God is the inner state of our hearts, not the outward appearance. Specifically, God is not focused
Halloween can be a frightening season for small children, with its skeletons, ghosts, witches, monsters, and the like. Even if a child is not exposed to Halloween celebrations at home, the stores are inundated with gory displays. It is almost impossible to ignore. But Halloween (I don’t think) should be ignored. It is the second highest grossing commercial holiday besides Christmas and strongly integrated into American culture. The Halloween season is a perfect time to talk about
In the divided kingdom, none of the northern kings were recorded as righteous in God’s eyes. They were all wicked and led their people to sin. Ahab is usually taught when covering the study of God’s prophet Elijah. From this lesson about Ahab students discover that God’s word reveals His truth and instructs people how to live a life that pleases Him. Sin blinds a person to the truth and causes him to walk in darkness. This
Knowing the promises of Jesus, we can face any situation without becoming discouraged. Use this lesson plan to teach children the important lessons from 2 Corinthians 4:13-18. The key passage is from 2 Corinthians 4:16: “Therefore we do not lose heart, but though our outer man is decaying, yet our inner man is  being renewed day by day. (NASB) This lesson follows our  hassle-free format. The basic version makes it easy to teach with very little preparation or outside materials. We’ve also
This is another option to teach the Bible lesson from Acts 3. This lesson focuses on how a life without the Holy Spirit is helpless to live a life that pleases God. When a person believes in Jesus the Holy Spirit enables and empowers him/her to live a life that pleases God. This is only a suggested guide to give an idea how to teach this lesson. Make adjustments and adapt to the needs of your students.
