Fruit of the Spirit Object Lessons

One of the most exciting lessons to teach Christian children is on the subject of the fruits of the spirit. In fifteen years of teaching I can honestly say that the fruits of the spirit series is one of the most rewarding lessons I can bring to my kids. However, in our fast-paced world it is difficult to teach children … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Clean Heart Object Lesson (Psalm 51:10) Clean Penny

This is a simple Bible object lesson that includes an element of science. It can be used to illustrate how Christ makes us clean through salvation. If you’re brave you can even introduce the term ‘sanctification’ as the process where Jesus changes our behaviors to match our new heart. Alternately, you could use it to talk about how God transforms … More Children’s Ministry Resources

New Year Salvation Object Lessons

Everyone likes a clean slate, a fresh start or kid language a “do-over.” A new coloring book, fresh chalkboards are two “clean slate” examples kids look forward to. As children’s church leaders it is our joy to teach kids about the new start that Jesus gives us all. With the New Year approaching, many people will nobly focus in making … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Christmas Object Lessons for Children’s Church

If you didn’t know it was Christmas, you would if you visited kids’ church. Children are excited and ready for the big Christmas Day reveal. Between the heightened levels of excitement, sugary treats and Christmas parties it is no wonder kids don’t float near the ceiling! Teachers may find teaching children’s church challenging during these times. What a great time … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Why You Should Use Bible Object Lessons

One of the skills children’s pastors acquire over the years is the ability to turn any ordinary household item into a passion filled awe inspiring object lesson. I am a huge fan of using objects to teach truth to kids. I believe every time you stand in front of kids you should have some object that helps take an idea … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Worry and Trust Don't Mix: An Object Lesson

This is an object lesson to demonstrate how our hearts cannot be fully trusting the Lord and be full of worry at the same time.  At the close of this article you will find a list of Bible passages which could be the focus of the lesson to be taught alongside this object lesson. Materials needed: Cooking Oil Water 3 … 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

Giving Object Lesson for Children

Each week in our Kindergarten and First Grade room, we take an offering that goes to help the support the children our church has sponsored through the World Help Organization.  In total, the various Children’s Ministries at our church sponsor six children.  In our room, we focus on Daniel so that the kids can feel a personal connection with him.  … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Advent Children's Sermon: Those Christmas Lights

Here is a brief devotion for Christmas based on some observations of the Christmas lights. Put these ideas into your own words and you could easily use this content as a Children’s Sermon around Christmas or Advent Season. In Him was life, and the life was the light of men. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Children's Sermons Sack – Creative & Fun

Get creative – and – keep the congregation’s full attention. This can’t fail approach requires zero preparation and gets kids involved since they bring the object each week. I’m not certain who first coined the idea of “Sermons in a Sack,” but if you need a break from the usual children’s sermons, this is a good alternative for summer. These … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Measuring Noah's Ark Object Lesson

Tony recently posted a Sunday School Lesson about the Flood using the Big Picture Story Bible.  We all know that despite the horror of the reasons behind God’s flooding of the entire Earth, “Noah’s Ark” remains a dear story for children.  Most every children’s story Bible, board book Bible, etc. discusses Noah’s Ark. Have you ever thought about “bringing to … More Children’s Ministry Resources