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Sweets play a big role in many holiday celebrations and one treat that tops the list is sugar cookies. Since many of us serve a snack during our classes, why not use the beloved sugar cookie as a tasty object lesson? You’ll keep kids spellbound with your sweet stories that illustrate precious Bible meanings. An object lesson that engages multiple … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is the third lesson in our series called “How to Win Against Sin.” It’s based on the Armor of God teaching found in Ephesians 6. Click here to see more Bible lessons in this unit.Like all our resources, this material is 100% free to use in your ministry. Please leave a comment below to share your own thoughts and … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This Bible lesson will help older elementary children better understand what it means to be a creation of God. You will find learning activities and detailed directions below. Memory Verse: “How precious to me are your thoughts, Oh God! How vast is the sum of them! Were I to count them, they would outnumber the grains of sand.” Psalm 139:17-18a … More Children’s Ministry Resources
**This is a guest post from Nick Diliberto from PreteenMinistry.net The story of Christmas is a familiar one to preteens.This is especially true of kids who have grown up attending church. Knowing the story of Jesus’ birth is life changing, how do we make the Christmas message “stick” in their hearts and minds? Here are some of my ideas, we’d love to … More Children’s Ministry Resources
**This is a guest post from Nick Diliberto from PreteenMinistry.net Reaching preteens can be tough. Here’s some help. This is a great Christmas lesson that is sure to impact the preteens in your ministry. It’s fun, experiential and adaptable to any ministry setting. Preteens will dig into the true meaning of Christmas. Enjoy! IMMANUEL – GOD IS WITH US LUKE 2:1–20, … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is the first lesson in a series from the Book of Philippians. The lesson was used for older elementary students and it focuses on the importance of making daily Bible reading and prayer a priority. The lesson is only a guide and can be adapted for your needs. Bible Lesson Tilte: Priorities (Philippians) Scripture: Selected Scriptures from Philippians Target Age … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is a free Bible lesson for children; teaching them about the importance of the Bible, and how we rely on it to direct our path. Jesus is our true light and he came to bring us out of darkness. Without following Christ, we would be left wondering aimlessly in the dark. Bible Lesson: Lamp to My Feet Scripture: Psalm … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson allows students to use inductive Bible study methods with Psalm 1. The lesson combines the 4 methods introduced in previous lessons (Jonah and Philemon). The lesson was prepared for older elementary students and can be used as a guide for your ministry’s needs. Learning Goal: Students will discover how to take the path of the righteous and avoid … More Children’s Ministry Resources
The account of Jesus washing his disciples’ feet is such a beautiful picture. May this lesson fully encourage you, as a teacher, and the children. As a leader Christ calls us to serve the least of these, and children need to see what humility looks like from adults. The lesson that you are about to teach is very solemn. It … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson is the second part of studying Philemon inductively with older elementary students. Click here to see part 1. The lesson combines the steps of thinking about what the passage is teaching and how students need to apply the truths from the passage. This was prepared for a class of older elementary students and is a guide to be … More Children’s Ministry Resources
What better way to grab a child’s attention than through an effective object lesson? Jesus tossed seeds on the ground and even invited a child to sit on his lap to illustrate kingdom principles. Those visual aids helped many to understand the points he made. People today are no different! Help children understand the principle of godly obedience by using … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is the sixth lesson plan in our series titled, “Toddlers Knowing God.” Each of these studies help children age 18-24 months better understand the character & nature of God. Click here to see the main index for these Bible lessons. This particular lesson is based on Jeremiah 32:17-23, Job 37 and 38. In very simple language, it will help … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson continues the process of introducing students to inductive Bible study. As the students study Philemon they will combine 2 steps (overview, closer look). Click here to see the next lesson on the book of Philemon. (Personal note: Due to ministry changes at my church and lack of teachers I have a combined class of newly promoted 4th & … More Children’s Ministry Resources
**This is a guest post from Nick Diliberto from PreteenMinistry.net Object: This is a team-based game to see which team can create the most off-the-hook “reindeer” antlers in 5 minutes! Supplies: For each team provide: 1 new pair of brown or tan panty hose; 14-7″ balloons; 1 red gift bow and two 6–8″ lengths of Christmas ribbon; a paper bag to hold … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is a free Bible lesson for children teaching them about the importance of faith, and not relying on “works” to save us from sin. Through a study of Galatians 3:10-14, students will identify that works are a part of faith, but they are not, however, a way to get to God. They will learn that God desires us to … More Children’s Ministry Resources
**This is a guest post from Nick Diliberto from PreteenMinistry.net Preteens are undergoing massive amounts of physical growth. Their height, weight, bones, muscles and internal organs are growing like crazy. Furthermore, the growth is often disproportional. Their feet might be growing faster than the rest of their bodies or their head is unusually large. This helps to explain why many preteens … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Prayer is not just a helpful practice for believers, it’s an essential lifeline to our Savior. This simple Bible lesson will help school aged children understand how praying can be a normal part of their daily experience. God can be their best friend and closest helper in any difficult situation. We have suggested several learning activities to help the children … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson continues the process of teaching older elementary students how to study God’s Word for themselves. The challenge for all people who hear and learn facts from God’s Word is to take what they know and do something about it that transforms their life. There are those who will hear and receive facts and do nothing resulting in an … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson continues the process of teaching older elementary students how to study God’s Word for themselves. The challenge for all people who hear and learn facts from God’s Word is to take what they know and do something about it that transforms their life. There are those who will hear and receive facts and do nothing resulting in an … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson continues the process of teaching older elementary students how to study God’s Word for themselves. The challenge for all people who hear and learn facts from God’s Word is to take what they know and do something about it that transforms their life. There are those who will hear and receive facts and do nothing resulting in an … More Children’s Ministry Resources
The Armor of God is a great passage of Scripture to teach to children. It is visual and has immediate, real world applications for them. The 9 lesson unit covers Ephesians 6:10-20. It is entitled “How to Win Against Sin” because our real battle is against sin, and with Jesus, we can win. These lessons are very user-friendly. Even a … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson continues teaching students the methods of inductive Bible study with Jonah 3-4. The students will have four lessons discovering ways to study the Word of God deeper for themselves enabling them to study their Bibles on their own. Our class is recently promoted 4th and 5th grade (9 and 10 years old). This lesson is an adaptation from … More Children’s Ministry Resources
The story of Balaam’s talking donkey is always a favorite with children. Use this free Bible lesson to help children learn more about listening to God’s directions. Scripture: Numbers 22:21-41 Target Age Group: Early Elementary Learning Context: Sunday School Target Time Frame: 45 minutes Printer Friendly Bible Lesson: [print_link] this lesson plan You Can Help: Please share your feedback and … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Just like grown ups, children struggle with busy hearts and minds that often distract them from God. This children’s sermon will help them discover the importance of being still before the Lord. Leader Preparation: Many times teaching lessons to others can have an impact on the teacher too, and this is a wonderful thing. For this lesson, give yourself some quiet time to … More Children’s Ministry Resources