Bible Lesson Plans for Kids

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Bible Lesson: God Hears and Answers Hannah's Prayer

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The following Bible lesson was created for an older group of students to allow them to read Scripture and interact with the teacher discovering what the Scripture teaches.  This lesson from 1 Samuel focuses on how God hears and answers Hannah’s prayers. Bible Passage: 1 Samuel 1-2:10 Bible Story Title: God hears and answers Hannah’s prayer Target Age Group:  Ages 10-12 (4th-6th Grade U.S.A.) Target Time Frame: 60 Minutes Original Teaching Context: Sunday School Image Credits:  Distant Shores Media Activity #1: 

Story Time with Jesus: Lesson Seven

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This lesson is the seventh in a nine part study for children on the parables of Jesus. For related ideas, search our website for “Parables of Jesus.” Lesson Seven: The Story of the Talents Main idea: God rewards us when we use the talents he gives us for the sake of the Kingdom of Heaven and punishes us when we don’t use them. Teacher preparation: Read Scripture references, Ephesians 2:10, 2 Corinthians 3:5-6; 1 Peter 4:10-11 Gather: Bible; dry

The Son Who Obeyed – Story Time with Jesus Lesson 6

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This lesson is the six in a nine part study for children on the parables of Jesus. For related ideas, search our website for “Parables of Jesus.” Lesson Six: The Son Who Obeyed His Father Main idea: Citizens of the Kingdom of Heaven do what the Bible commands, with the help and grace of God. Teacher preparation: Read Scripture references, John 14:15, Matthew 7:21-23, 1 Corinthians 7:19, Micah 6:8, and Luke 17:10 Gather: Bible; dry erase markers or chart

One Piece at a Time… Object Lesson on God’s Plan for our Lives

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Have you ever skipped ahead to the end of a book just to see how it ends? Do you often wonder what God could possibly have in mind when certain things happen? This lesson provides a quick challenge to illustrate our limited view and God’s big picture. Younger students may not be too occupied with the future, and may not even grasp the more abstract concepts of this lesson; however, young and old alike can enjoy the

Lesson: Protected to Save…A Tale of Two Babies (Exodus 1:22-2:10)

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3As we begin to prepare our hearts for the Advent Season, this lesson models how all Bible stories, Old and New Testament alike, point to the Savior. The activities and emphasis here take the story of Baby Moses and his miraculous rescue, but add a slight twist by drawing comparisons to the birth and first days of Jesus. Lesson focus: God has a plan for everything and works all things to His glorious will. Passage: Exodus 1:22-2:10

Sunday School Lesson (Matthew 25:31-46) The Least of These

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This free Bible lesson is based on Matthew 25:31-46 where Jesus describes the separation of sheep and goats.  It is designed for children’s church or Sunday School. Please modify as best fits your ministry. “The Least of These” Matthew 25:31-46 Sunday School Lesson Lesson Introduction & Opening Activity: The Least of These – What’s the Word? Supplies – small container, paper, writing/coloring utensils, play-doh, blocks, pipe cleaners, other misc. art or building supplies Before class write the following

"Well Done, Good and Faithful Servant" Sunday School Lesson from Matthew 25:14-30

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This free Bible lesson is based on Matthew 25:14-30 where Jesus tells ‘The Parable of the Talents”.  It is designed for children’s church or Sunday School. Please modify as best fits your ministry. If your church follows the Revised Common Lectionary, this teaching plan would correspond to Year A – 23rd Sunday After Pentecost, Gospel Reading – Matthew 25:14-30. Opening Activity – Well Done, Good and Faithful Servant – Talents Give the class a few minutes to prepare a talent to share.

Three Popcorn Object Lessons from Mark 4:7-9

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Could teaching kids about God be as easy as popping a bag of popcorn? Yes, indeed! If you have some popcorn, you can easily teach three significant object lessons to your Sunday School, children’s church or summer camp. Since it smells so tempting and delicious, have plenty of popcorn on hand to serve and share with kids after your teaching demonstrations. Ready to show object lessons that pop? (I couldn’t resist, sorry!) The Transforming Power of the

Cell Phone Object Lessons from Romans 15:13

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Have a cell phone? You have everything you need to teach a valuable Christian lesson to teens or kids. Based on bible verses like Romans 15:13, “ Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost,” You’ll have everything you need to teach kids the importance of powering up with God. If I were to give my cell phone

Sunday School Lesson: God delivers Israel through Deborah and Barak

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The following lesson was taught to a small group of children ranging from age 5-10.  The students will discover from this lesson that when we live lives that please God others will see His glory. Bible Passage: Judges 4-5 Bible Story Title: God Delivers Israel through Deborah and Barak Target Age Group: Ages 5-11 (K-5th Grade U.S.A.) Target Time Frame: 60 Minutes Original Teaching Context: Sunday School Supply List:  Bibles, Letters A,B,C,D, copies of Deborah and Barak

Kids Bible Lesson (Matthew 18:21-35) The Parable of the Unforgiving Servant

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This lesson is the five in a nine part study for children on the parables of Jesus. For related ideas, search our website for “Parables of Jesus.” Lesson Five: The Story of the Unforgiving Servant Main idea: As citizens of the Kingdom of Heaven, we forgive others their debt against us since Jesus forgave our debt against him.Teacher preparation: Read Scripture references, James 2:13, Luke 17:3-4, Ephesians 4:32, Matthew 6:14-15 Gather: Bible; dry erase markers or chart

How to Create an Object Lesson for Kids Church

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Love visual lessons but can’t find the right one? You don’t have to rely on others to present you with object lessons–you can do it yourself. That’s true even if you don’t have a teaching degree or any experience writing curriculum. I learned how to create an object lesson a children’s ministry conference well over a decade ago. We were given a basket of kitchen gadgets, asked to choose one and then we had five minutes to

Sharing Object Lesson With Grapes from Hebrews 13:16

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Hebrews 13:16 says “Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have, for such sacrifices are pleasing to God.” (ESV) As parents and teachers, we sometimes forget that there are two types of sharing: the kind that is forced and sharing that occurs as a prompting of the heart. How many of us have said, “Here’s a treat–now go share that with your sister.” It’s good to introduce kids to the idea of sharing

Twister Game Bible Object Lessons about Sin

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It is no secret that I love classic games! For teaching they work well because classic game brands, like Twister are recognizable and most of the class is familiar with game play rules. I recently found an old Twister game at the local thrift store and was able to put the Twister game mat to use as an object lesson. I spread out the mat and wrote the word SIN on one dot in each color. I

Breaking the Law Object Lesson from 1 John 3:4-5

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Try this fun way to teach kids about what breaking God’s law means! I do love an object lesson and with so many inexpensive sheriff or police officer costumes available right now, why not? Base the object lesson on 1 John 3:4-5. “Everyone who sins breaks the law in fact, sin is lawlessness. But you know that he appeared so that he might take away our sins.” For this object lesson, you need a hat, a badge and

Bible Lesson: Decisions, Dreams and Diets from Daniel 1-2

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The harrowing and miraculously concluding tale of Daniel’s survival in the Lion’s Den is generally well-known and told for kids. After all, it is exciting and makes for great stories and crafts. The fiery furnace rescue of Daniel’s friends Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego is an equally thrilling tale. But how did those children of God get to where they were in the first place? And what else did they do? This lesson takes a look at the

The Good Shepherd Object Lesson from John 10:11-15

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The book of John is perhaps my favorite New Testament book. As my first adult Sunday School teacher used to tell us, “John is the love book.” Almost every chapter reveals the great love that Jesus had for the disciples, the people who ministered to and to everyone who believes in him today. Teach children about the Good Shepherd and build a strong foundation of faith in them. Knowing that Jesus watches over them and the he

"Ready, Set, Wait!" Sunday School Lesson from Matthew 25:1-13 on Thankfulness

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This free Bible lesson is based on Matthew 25:1-13 where Jesus tells ‘The Parable of the Ten Virgins”.  It is designed for children’s church or Sunday School. Please modify as best fits your ministry. If your church follows the Revised Common Lectionary, this teaching plan would correspond to Year A – 22nd Sunday After Pentecost, Gospel Reading – Matthew 25:1-13. Opening Activity – Ready, Set, Wait! – Decisions Choose 5 volunteers to come forward and pick one of the following. Skydiving Running

Bible Lesson "Messages and Messiahs" from Zechariah 9:9-11

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The details of Christ’s birth are well-known, celebrated, acted out, and cherished, especially throughout the Advent season. But what about the events leading up to the Nativity? And what of one who came before Jesus, “unworthy to untie his sandals”? This lesson is a tale of two Zechariahs: first taking a peek back at the Messianic prophet of the Old Testament and then at the story of the speechless father of John the Baptist, Christ’s vanguard and

All are Saints for "All Saints"… After Halloween Lesson from Matthew 5:1-12

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Whether it is celebrated and recognized or not, Halloween is well-known by most Americans. Yet many (adults as well as kids) are not so familiar with the holiday behind the origin of Halloween: All Saints’ Day! (After all, “Hallow’s Eve” must be the Eve to some Holy Day…). So where did the holiday come from and what is it for? And just what is a Saint, anyway? This lesson will explore saints and how everyone can be

Hidden Treasure (Matthew 13:44) Sunday School Lesson

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This lesson is the fourth in a nine part study for children on the parables of Jesus. For related ideas, search our website for “Parables of Jesus.” Lesson Four: The Stories of the Kingdom, continued Main idea: As citizens of the Kingdom of Heaven, we are willing to give up everything to follow Jesus, and we tell everyone about how much Jesus loves them.Teacher preparation: Read Scripture references, Deuteronomy 4:29, Matthew 10:37-39 Gather: Bible; dry erase markers

Bible Object Lesson Ideas with Popcorn!

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Popcorn is a classic snack and children love hearing it and watching it pop-pop-pop! Did you know that popcorn makes the perfect tool for an object lesson? Take this opportunity to teach the kiddos an important Bible truth about what happens when God turns the heat up! Demonstrate how a hard, inedible seed becomes a fluffy, delicious treat. I recommend using a verse like: And we know that all things work together for good to them that

"Do as He Says" Sunday School Lesson from Matthew 23:1-12

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This free Bible lesson is based on Matthew 23:1-12 where Jesus teaches about hypocrisy.  It is designed for children’s church or Sunday School. Please modify as best fits your ministry. If your church follows the Revised Common Lectionary, this teaching plan would correspond to Year A – 21s Sunday After Pentecost, Gospel Reading – Matthew 23:1-12. Opening Activity – Do as He Says – Not as I do In this variation of Simon Says, the kids will have to pay extra special attention to

Bible Lesson: Proverbs-Wisdom is choosing God’s way

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The following lesson is from a series in Proverbs created for older students.  The students will discover that when making decisions, choosing God’s way leads us on the path of wisdom.  We need God for everything including His wisdom and power to make wise choices. Bible Passage:  Proverbs 16:25, Matthew 7:13-14, Bible Story Title:  Proverbs-Wisdom is choosing God’s way Target Age Group:  Ages 9-11(3rd-5th Grade U.S.A.) Target Time Frame: 60 Minutes Original Teaching Context: Sunday School Supply