Lesson: Paul's Life Well Lived (Acts 18-28)

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 … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Bible Lesson & Skit: Paul's defense before Agrippa

The following lesson is a drama created for students who have been studying the Book of Acts.  The previous lessons have been Paul’s trial before Felix and Festus.  Finally Paul appears before Agrippa before his departure for Rome.  This lesson is only a guide to help you as you prepare for your students. Adapt to your individual classroom needs. From … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Lesson: Paul's trial before Felix

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 … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Easter Lesson: Resurrection Facts from Acts

This Easter lesson was created to focus on the importance of the resurrection and reviews what the students have learned from studying the Book of Acts. This lesson was prepared for older students but can be adapted to the needs of your ministry. Learning Goal: Students will learn that the resurrection is vitally important in sharing the Good News. Optional Activities: You … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Acts 20 Lesson: Paul's Farewell Journey Begins

The following lesson is a continuation of the journey through the Book of Acts.  The lesson covers Paul’s farewell to believers as he heads toward Jerusalem and the story of Eutychus following to his death during Paul’s late night preaching. From Paul’s life the students will be challenged to live a trustworthy life before others.  The lesson was prepared for … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Paul's Shipwreck (Acts 27) Bible Lesson

This lesson continues the Journey through the Book of Acts.  This lesson covers Paul’s shipwreck as he sails toward Rome.  Students will see how the Holy Spirit enables believers to have courage in difficult situations and be able to be an encouragement to others who are struggling.  The lesson was prepared for older students.  This is only a suggested guide … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Sunday School Lesson: Paul's Trial before Festus

This free Bible lesson for children continues the journey through Acts. Specifically, it covers Paul’s trial before Festus.  Students will learn that the Holy Spirit enables believers to trust the Lord and wait patiently for God to help them through difficulties.  This study is based on the 25th chapter of the book of Acts. The lesson was originally prepared for older … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Sunday School Lesson: God Protects Paul’s Life

This lesson continues the journey through Acts as a plot to murder Paul is thwarted.  Students will learn that God guides and protects His servants as they obediently follow Him.  This study is based on the 23 chapter of the book of Acts. The lesson was originally prepared for older students.  Use this as your guide to help teach the … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Sunday School Lesson: Paul Testifies in Jerusalem

This lesson continues the study of the Book of Acts.  This lesson was prepared for older students and teaches them that the Holy Spirit enables believers to boldly share their testimony.  This is only a guide with suggestions how to teach.  We have included suggestions for activities to go along with this lesson. Please adapt the lesson to the needs of your … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Lesson (Acts 21) Paul is Arrested in Jerusalem

This lesson is about Paul’s journey to Jerusalem.  Every place that Paul traveled the Holy Spirit warned him that prison and hardships were facing him.  Paul perseveres in the mission of sharing the Good News because he is enabled by the Holy Spirit to do the work he has been called to do.  Students will learn that believers who obey … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Riot in Ephesus: Sunday School Lesson

This lesson covers the whole chapter of Acts 19.  Depending on your class you can just focus on the riot in Ephesus.  Our class covered the entire chapter as part of the curriculum we use.  To tie it all together the focus is when God’s Word is taught, the Holy Spirit gives light to the hearer.  The hearer can respond … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Paul's Journeys in Acts 17 Sunday School Lesson

This is a continuation of the Journey through Acts.  This lesson covers Paul’s visit to Thessalonica, Berea and Athens.  The lesson reveals the different responses of people as the message of the Good News is shared.  This part of Paul’s activity is often called the second missionary journey. The lesson was prepared for older elementary students but can be adapted … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Lesson: Paul & Barnabas at the Jerusalem Council

This lesson covers how the Jewish Council solves the problem that arose when Jewish believers said that Gentiles must be circumcised in order to be saved.  This subtle addition to God’s free gift of salvation occurs even in our generation.  Students will learn that Satan does whatever he feels necessary to try and stop the spread of the powerful message … More Children’s Ministry Resources

"The Book of Acts" Sunday School Lesson Series

Take your students on a journey through the Book of Acts where they will learn lessons from the early church after Jesus ascended to heaven and believers received the gift of the Holy Spirit.  Students will learn how they too can live a powerful life serving Jesus as the Holy Spirit empowers them. This page is the index to our … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Salvation Object Lesson (Acts 3:19) Hard Boiled Egg

As with any object lesson, this is not a perfect representation of salvation. The idea here is to further a child’s understanding of what Christ does with our hearts when we believe in Him and accept Him as our Savior.  Originally written for preschoolers, this lesson can be tailored to any age group depending on your depth of discussion. Who … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Lesson: Paul and Barnabas Persevere

This lesson is a continuation of the study of the Book of Acts.  Paul and Barnabas face difficulties in Iconium and Lystra but continue to share the Good News because they are empowered with the Holy Spirit.  Children will learn that God helps us stick to our mission, even when things get hard. This lesson can be adapted for Children’s … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Paul and Barnabas (Children's Sunday School Lesson)

This lesson is a continuation of Paul and Barnabas’ first missionary journey.  In this lesson they experience rejection to the message of the Gospel and also see many respond with faith as they hear the message.  The lesson can be used in Children’s church and also simplified for younger students. Be creative and adapt this lesson to fit your own … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Lesson: Peter's Miraculous Escape From Prison

This lesson is about God delivering Peter from prison.  The believers were constantly praying for this seemingly impossible situation. Students will learn from this story that nothing is too hard for God. They can trust Him even when life situations seem bad. The original learning context for this material was older elementary Sunday School. It can also be adapted for … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Acts 11 Lesson: Early Church Growth & Change

This children’s Bible lesson continues the study of the Book of Acts. The lesson is about Peter explaining God’s hand in the conversion of Gentiles.  The lesson focuses on how change brought growth for the Church. Kids need to know that God can be trusted in times of change. The original setting for this lesson plan was older elementary Sunday School. … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Peter and Cornelius Sunday School Lesson

This lesson is taken from the story of God revealing to Cornelius a Gentile and to Peter a Jew, His plan to remove barriers that separated Jews and Gentiles.  Students will learn how God began to guide Peter to understand His plan to allow Gentiles to receive salvation through faith in Jesus Christ.  Even though Peter doesn’t fully understand he … More Children’s Ministry Resources