Matthew

Kids Bible lessons and ministry resources that teach from the New Testament book of Matthew.

Whose Is It? Children’s Sermon (Matthew 22:15-22) Render Unto Caesar Object Lesson

render unto Caesar children's sermon

This children’s sermon message is based on Matthew 22:15-22 where Jesus says, “Render unto Caesar.” It’s a perfect passage to teach kids about giving their whole lives to God. Download the printable PDF object lesson notes below, gather your teaching supplies, and watch our demonstration video sermon below as you prepare to share this message with the kids in your … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Everyone’s Invited (Matthew 22:1-14) Sunday School Lesson

The Parable of the Wedding Feast Sunday School Lesson

Use this free Bible lesson for kids in your Sunday School class when teaching the Parable of the Wedding Feast from Matthew 22:1-14. The download below includes crafts, games, printables and a complete teaching plan. “Everyone’s Invited!” Sunday School Lesson on the Wedding Feast in Matthew 22:1-14 “Many are called, but few are chosen…” This statement, directly following the scene … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Everyone’s Welcome (Matthew 22:1-14) Children’s Sermon on the Parable of the Wedding Feast

Children's Sermon on the Parable of the Wedding Feast

Download our free message notes and watch our Bible teaching example below as you prepare to share this children’s sermon in your congregation or Sunday School. “Everyone’s Invited” Children’s Sermon on the Parable of the Wedding Feast from Matthew 21:1-14 Main Objective: The main objective to note within this parable is that God invites us to reap the benefits of … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Children’s Sermon (Matthew 21:23-32) True Obedience

children's sermon on obedience

This children’s sermon is inspired by the parable of the two sons in Matthew 21:23-32. Watch our demonstration video below and download the message notes as you prepare to teach about obedience in your church. “Actions Speak Louder than Words”  Obedience Children’s Sermon on Matthew 21:23-32 Main Objective: It’s easy to talk a big game. We can go to church, … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Bible Crafts: The First Shall Be Last

Parable of the Workers Bible Crafts for Sunday Shcool

Use these Sunday School crafts to help kids the Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard found in Matthew 20:1-16. Download the printable directions below, gather your craft supplies, and watch our demonstration video as you prepare to teach. “The Last Shall Be First” Bible Craft ideas from Matthew 20:1-16 “That’s not fair!!!” Children are often quite concerned with what seems … More Children’s Ministry Resources

“God Wants Me to Forgive Everyone?” Sunday School Lesson from Matthew 18:21-35

Parable of the Unforgiving Servant Sunday School Lesson

Jesus expects his followers to forgive others and he offered this parable in Matthew 18:21-35 to help us understand that means everyone. Download this Sunday School lesson below and prepare to teach. “God Wants Me to Forgive Everyone?” Sunday School Lesson on the Unforgiving Servant in Matthew 18:21-35 What is mercy?  The concept can seem foreign or abstract to children, … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Children’s Sermon “Can We Fix It?” from Matthew 18:15-20 on Conflict Resolution

children's sermon on fixing friendships

This children’s sermon aims to communicate the importance of keeping peace in relationships and restoring conflict if possible. “Can We Fix It?” Children’s Sermon Resolving Conflict and Fixing Friendships Lesson from Matthew 18:15-20 Children will be reminded that sometimes we need outside help to fix things, even things like interactions with others. It might take effort, but we want to … More Children’s Ministry Resources

“The Cost of Following Jesus” Sunday School Lesson from Matthew 16:21-28

Matthew 16:21-28 Sunday School Lesson for Kids

It’s not always easy to follow Jesus. That’s the lesson Peter learned in Matthew 16:21-28. Use this Sunday School lesson to teach kids about the cost of following Jesus. The free lesson download below includes complete teaching notes, game ideas, crafts, and bonus printables. “What Does it Take to Follow?” Children’s Sunday School Lesson Matthew 16:21-28 This passage may contain … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Craft Ideas: Jesus and the Canaanite Woman

Crafts on the Canaanite woman

Use these Bible craft ideas in your Sunday School class for teaching about when Jesus met the Canaanite Woman in Matthew 15: (10-20), 21-28. On the outset, Jesus ignoring a woman and then nearly calling her a “dog” does not seem like a terrific story for kids! However, the story of the Canaanite woman has a couple of important truths … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Craft Ideas: Jesus & Peter Walking on the Water

Bible Crafts on Jesus Walking on Water

Use this Bible craft in your Sunday School class when teaching about the Jesus walking on the water in Matthew 14:22-33. Download the directions below, gather your craft supplies, and watch our demonstration video as you prepare. “Keep Your Eyes on Jesus” Craft Ideas for Jesus and Peter Walking on the Water The story of Jesus walking on water is … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Jesus Feeds the 5000 Crafts

Jesus Feeds the 5000 Bible Craft Ideas for Sunday School

Use this Bible craft in your Sunday School class when teaching about the Jesus feeding the multitudes in Matthew 14:13-21. Download the directions below, gather your craft supplies, and watch our demonstration video as you prepare. “Jesus Feeds 5000” Craft Ideas The feeding of the multitude (really 5,000 plus, since women and children weren’t even in the head count) is … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Children’s Sermon (Matthew 13:44-45) What Do You Treasure?

Children's Sermon Message on the Parable of the Hidden Treasure

Use this children’s sermon to teach about the Parables of the Hidden Treasure in Matthew 13:44-45. Download the teaching notes below and watch our object lesson demonstration as you prepare to teach. Main Objective: Young children might not quite understand monetary worth, dollar signs, and fiscal price tags. However, they do certainly value some things (play time, toys, etc.) over … More Children’s Ministry Resources

“A Treasure Worth Having” Craft Ideas for the Parable of the Pearl of Greatest Price

Bible Crafts on the Parables of the Treasure

Use this Bible craft in your Sunday School class when teaching about the Parables of the Great treasure in Matthew 13:44-45. Download the directions below, gather your craft supplies, and watch our demonstration video as you prepare. “Parables on the Great Treasure” Sunday School Crafts What makes for better crafts than the topic of treasure? Jewels, sparkles, and beautiful objects … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Children’s Sermon on Matthew 10:40-42 “All are Welcome”

Children's Sermon on Matthew 10:40-42

This children’s sermon is from Matthew 10:40-42 where Jesus teaches about hospitality and welcoming others in His Name. Download the message script and then watch our teaching example below as you prepare to share this Bible object lesson in your church. “Welcome One and All” Children’s Sermon Object Lesson on Christian Hospitality Main Objective: As Christians, we should be people … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Bible Crafts on Matthew 10:40-42 “Welcome Others”

Crafts on Welcoming Others

Use these simple crafts in your Sunday School class when teaching from Matthew 10:40-42. In that Bible passage, Jesus teaches about hospitality and welcoming others. Print our directions below, gather your supplies, and watch the craft demonstration video as you prepare these projects. “Welcoming Others & Hospitality” Craft Ideas on Matthew 10:40-42 The dictionary defines “welcome” in a few ways, … More Children’s Ministry Resources

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

Sunday School Lesson for Children's Ministry

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 … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Faith and Assurance: Lessons from a Canaanite Woman

Faith of the Gentile Woman

 We see in God’s word that the Lord rewards faith. Sometimes we don’t quite understand what this means, but persistence is important. Not only that, but often there are elements of life that we don’t at first comprehend, but God makes clear.  This lesson looks at Jesus and His interaction with a woman who did some unique and surprising things. … More Children’s Ministry Resources