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Craft Ideas: Be "Salt and Light" for Jesus

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These craft ideas will teach about being “Salt and Light” for Jesus. These hands-on projects for Sunday School are based on Matthew 5:13-20. Download the directions, gather your supplies, and watch our demonstration video below. These are perfect for your Sunday School or children’s ministry. Please leave a comment below to share how they worked out in your kids church. Salt and Light! Craft ideas related to Matthew 5:13-20 Be Bright and Salty! Craft Ideas for Shining

"Be Content" Lesson #11 in the Ten Commandments for Kids

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This is lesson #11 in our curriculum called “God’s Good Rules” that helps children study the Ten Commandments. This study will show that being content is a way to trust in God and is the opposite of coveting. Download the complete printable lesson plan below. See all the lessons and find bonus learning activities on the series page: God’s Good Rules – A Study for Children on the 10 Commandments. “Be Content” Lesson #11 in the God’s Good

Moses Coloring Page

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Teach about Moses with this coloring page. “Moses” is the first illustration in our new Bible Heroes Coloring Book. This line art illustration shows the story of Moses for kids. It features the name “Moses” in block letters. Download the PDF coloring page below or click on the large image to directly print the JPEG image. About this Coloring Page This is the first coloring sheet in our Bible Heroes series. Our plan is to alternate male

Beatitude Craft Ideas

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Teach the Beatitudes with these Craft ideas for Sunday School. Download the directions, gather your supplies, and watch our demonstration video below. These are perfect for your Sunday School or children’s ministry. Please leave a comment below to share how they worked out in your kids church. Craft ideas related to the Beatitudes Blessed are You! Blessed are You!  Craft Ideas for the Beatitudes and Happiness in Jesus    The beatitudes can seem somewhat confusing and contradictory

Children's Sermon on the Beatitudes | Matthew 5:1-12

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Do you need a children’s sermon on the Beatitudes? This object lesson message is from Matthew 5:1-12. Share it with your church on Groundhog Day this upcoming Sunday (February 2, 2020). Print the message script and then watch our teaching example video below. Children’s Message on Matthew 5:1-12 Object Lesson for Ground Hogs Day – February 2, 2020 “Don’t Hope in Ground Hogs!” Children’s Sermon Object Lesson on the Beatitudes from Matthew 5:1-12 . Finding strength in

“Tell the Truth” Lesson #10 in The Ten Commandments for Kids

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This is lesson #10 in our curriculum called “God’s Good Rules” that helps children study the Ten Commandments. This study will show that telling the truth is right because it follows the truthful nature of God. Download the complete printable lesson plan below. See all the lessons and find bonus learning activities on the series page: God’s Good Rules – A Study for Children on the 10 Commandments. “Tell the Truth” Lesson #10 in the God’s Good Rules

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

Coloring Page "Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever." Hebrews 13:8

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Download this free Bible coloring page based on Hebrews 13:8. Choose the print friendly PDF below or click on the image to see the JPEG image. About the Coloring Page This hand drawn coloring page features a simple line art style that kids will love. We recommend using colored pencils rather than canyons. The illustration shows a young boy planting a tree with the caption “yesterday.” A growing tree is shown in the middle of the sheet

Children's Sermon (Matthew 4:12-23) Object Lesson on "Fishers of Men"

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This Children’s Message is based on Matthew 4. The Bible object lesson will teach kids what it means to become “Fishers of Men” for Jesus. Print the sermon script and then watch our teaching demonstration video below. Share this message with your church, Sunday School, or children’s ministry. “Fishers of Men” Children’s Sermon Demonstration “Fishers of Men” Object Lesson Children’s Sermon from Matthew 4:12-23 Main Objective: For young children, it might seem strange to hear Jesus promise

Sunday School Crafts on "Fishers of Men" for Jesus from Matthew 4

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These Sunday School crafts are on Matthew 4. They help teach teach kids what it means to become “Fishers of Men” for Jesus. Print the how-to directions, gather your craft supplies, and watch our demonstration video below. Use this Bible craft in your Sunday School or Kids’ Church. “Fishers of Men” Craft Demonstration Fishers of Friends! Craft Ideas for Following Jesus & Fishing for People These Bible crafts teach kids about their role in telling friends about

“Don't Steal” Lesson #9 in The Ten Commandments for Kids

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This is lesson #9 in our curriculum called “God’s Good Rules” that helps children study the Ten Commandments. This lesson will explain why it’s wrong to steal from others and how God’s law teaches us to respect all property.. Download the complete printable lesson plan below. See all the lessons and find bonus learning activities on the series page: God’s Good Rules – A Study for Children on the 10 Commandments. “Don’t Steal” Lesson #9 in the God’s

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 Crafts on the Disciples Sharing about Jesus

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Try these Bible crafts in your Sunday School class. They will help kids learn to share about Jesus like the original disciples. Download the directions below, gather your craft supplies, and watch our video how-to demonstration. Crafts on Sharing about Jesus Craft Ideas for Making Disciples and Sharing Christ’s Love As we take a look at the calling of Christ’s first disciples, it’s important to consider how ultimately we are all called to be part of the

Children's Sermon (John 1:29-42) Object Lesson on Sharing about Jesus

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Share this Children’s Sermon at your church. It’s from John 1:29-42. The object lesson teaches kids about sharing the message of Jesus Christ. Download the lesson below and then watch the video demonstration. Children’s Sermon Object Lesson John 1:29-42 “Sharing about Christ with Friends” Main Objective: Kids are certainly no strangers to telling others about things that are important to them. It’s important to remind them of how important Christ should be in their lives, and to

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

Children's Sermon (John 1:1-18) Adopted by God Object Lesson

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This free children’s message and object lesson is taken from the Gospel reading in John 1 verses 1-18. Download the printable teacher notes below and then watch the video teaching example as you prepare to share this children’s sermon with the kids in your church next Sunday. John 1:1-18 Children’s Sermon Object Lesson on Adoption into God’s Family Main Objective: One of the beautiful truths of Christ is how He allows us to be part of God’s

"Value Life" Lesson #7 in The Ten Commandments for Kids

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This is lesson #7 in our curriculum called “God’s Good Rules” that helps children study the Ten Commandments. This lesson will explain the meaning behind “Do not murder” and how God wants us to value life. Download the complete printable lesson plan below. See all the lessons and find bonus learning activities on the series page: God’s Good Rules – A Study for Children on the 10 Commandments. “Value Life” Lesson #7 in the God’s Good Rules Series

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

Celebrate Jesus Crafts for Sunday School

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Rejoice in Jesus! Use these craft ideas to accompany your Sunday School lessons after the birth of Jesus. They were prepared with the story of Simeon and Anna in mind, but you could use them in a variety of teaching plans. Download the printable directions below, then watch our craft directions example video: Craft Ideas for Celebrating Jesus Presented at the Temple    The story of Simeon and Anna in the temple is one of hope, fulfillment,

Children's Sermon (Matthew 2:13-23) God is in Control Object Lesson

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Print this free children’s message and object lesson based on Matthew 2:13-23 then watch our teaching example below to prepare to share this kids sermon in your church or Sunday School. Children’s Message: Matthew 2:13-23 “A Tale of Two Babies” God is in Control No Matter What     Main Objective: The slaughter of the innocents is not exactly a cheery and simple story, but we don’t want to ignore it. It’s important to tackle tough topics with

Mary and Joseph (The Birth of Jesus) Sunday School Lesson

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Download this free Sunday School lesson on the Birth of Jesus that focuses on Mary and Joseph. It’s part of our new series “Heroes of the Christmas Story” (Celebrated and Lesser-Known) that shares the Biblical story of Christmas. The printable lesson plan below includes coloring pages, activities, game, and craft ideas. Bible Lesson: Mary and Joseph Kids Bible Study on the Birth of Jesus (Christmas) There are a lot of great truths to take from the story

Christmas Children's Sermon (Matthew 1:18-25)

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This Christmas children’s sermon will help you teach about the Birth of Jesus from Matthew 1:18-25. Download the printable sermon below and then watch the demonstration video as you prepare your object lesson and sermons about Christmas. Christmas Children’s Sermon (Matthew 1:18-25) Good News for Everyone: Object Lesson Message on the Birth of Jesus Main Objective: Christmas is full of excitement, and can be overwhelming. At this time of parties, presents, and programs, it’s important to highlight

Isaiah 9 Coloring Pages: People in darkness have seen a GREAT light.

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These beautiful coloring pages are new original illustrations by Mandy Groce. They are ideal additions to your children’s Christmas coloring book but could be used anytime when teaching a Bible study from the book of Isaiah. Use the link below to download the combined printable files: About These Bible Coloring Pages These illustrations were created by Mandy Groce, a visiual artist and author from Louisville, KY. Her line art coloring pages are available from Ministry-To-Children free of

Sunday School Lesson (Matthew 2) King Herod the (NOT) Great

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This Bible study for Children takes a different look at the story of the Wise Men in Matthew 2. It focuses on the wicked King Herod to show how Jesus was the true King. It’s part of our series Nativity Notables series. The printable lesson plan below includes the complete teaching notes, game, craft, and coloring pages.  King Herod the (NOT) Great / Jesus the True King Sunday School Lesson from Matthew 2 for Advent There are