This devotional guide is one part of our larger series based on the book of Philippians. Click here to browse all the guides in this series. You can also leave a comment below to share your ideas with other readers. [print_link] a copy of this for each child or adult participating in the study. We recommend they also have a … 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 free coloring page is the first in our new Advent project. Click here to see all the sheets in this series. The illustration shows Mary beside a donkey on the road to Bethlehem. As she travels, the hope of the coming child gives her comfort. As we approach the Christmas celebration, we can look to Jesus as the hope for … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Print our free Advent coloring books to teach kids the biblical story of Christmas. You can browse the previews below or click to download them in a single print-friendly PDF. Mandy is working on a new coloring page series for the Advent / Christmas season. This one will feature the themes of advent arranged around the biblical story of Christmas. … More Children’s Ministry Resources
The Bible is God’s message to people. It is also a long continued story – of how God created the world, chose a special group of people, blessed (and punished) his special people, promised to send a Savior, sent Jesus into the world, and directed Jesus’ friends to go everywhere telling about him. Most importantly, the Bible tells how every … More Children’s Ministry Resources
A birthday party for Jesus reminds young children of the true meaning of Christmas. Here is a game as well as cupcake toppers and wrappers. First Christmas Game Print one game board per child on cardstock or heavy paper. Print one sheet of small cards for each two children on cardstock or heavy paper, and cut the cards apart. Shuffle the small cards and … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is the 7th and final page in our free Psalm One Coloring Book. For this final sheet, Mandy wrote the text of the final two verses around the image of a leaf. This is a powerful reminder and a summary of all that came before in the Psalm. “For the LORD knows the way of the righteous, but the way of the … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is the 6th page in our free Psalm One Coloring Book. The picture shows wheat being blown and broken up by the wind. This reminds us that the person who rejects God will soon be forgotten and amount to very little in this life. This is a gracious warning and a powerful reality check for our generation. Download all 8-pages … More Children’s Ministry Resources
One of the things I love most about Christmas (besides the Nativity story, children and presents) is the opportunity it presents for outreach. Too often I think, we focus on bringing holiday joy to our regular group and forget about the rest. However, it is really the perfect time to meet and reach new children and families. Expand your ministry … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Whether an outreach or a fundraiser, parents love a “Mom’s Day Out,” especially at Christmas. Nothing stresses parents out more than shopping with children hanging off their sleeves or asking for every toy they see. Plan this fun night in and give Moms and Dads a teensy break so they can play “Santa” or just enjoy a dinner out together. … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Planning a Christmas play takes a lot of work and commitment but even the best-laid plans are subject to change when kids get involved. How many times have you held a month of rehearsals (or more) only to have five new kids show up the week before the big event? It has happened to me more than once. The worst-case … 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
Bad attitudes in children make teaching a class so difficult. As a teacher, I want to understand the reasons for a bad attitude; because I am a mom, I want to fix it. However, when dealing with bad attitudes in kids, even in kids’ church, you must have do two things: teach and train. Teaching about having a good attitude … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free Bible lesson is based on God’s command in Psalm 46:10. Children must learn to slow down and experience the glory of God through worship. This lesson will help them grow in their appreciation for God’s glory and his power over all things. Lesson Title: Be Still and Know That I am God Bible Reference: Psalm 46:10, Habakkuk 2:20, … More Children’s Ministry Resources
**This is a guest post by Glenys Nellist from Kids Ministry Matters Imagine this… you are a young mom with three little kids. It is Christmas Eve. Your kids are in a state of high excitement. The kitchen counter top is strewn with multi colored sprinkles and blobs of red frosting… tell tale signs that you have just finished decorating the … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Like the adult church, you have to lead kids through the good times and the bad. Tragedies like the death of a church member or the divorce of a prominent couple weigh heavily on everyone, even the smallest members of the church. Leaving all the consoling to the senior pastor or families equates to denying your kids pastoral care specific … 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 is the seventh 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 Psalm 139:7-10 and teaches about the omnipresence of God. Main Idea: God is … 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
As ancestors of Adam, we get the desire to name things honest. (Imagine having the privilege of naming all the animals on the planet?) I don’t know about you but when the chance to name something arises, I can’t help but get excited. Over my near two decades of experience, I have had quite a few opportunities to name a … More Children’s Ministry Resources
It’s no stretch to say that the methods of ministry have changed radically over the past few decades. Changes in technology allow families the option to “have church” at home and many families don’t even bother to attend any church at all. Still, there is a world of hurting children out there and someone has to reach them. Why not … More Children’s Ministry Resources
I love the old song that goes, “We gather together to ask the Lord’s blessings…” What a great time of the year to teach children’s church! Thankfulness and appreciation for the blessings of God is an important part of the life of a Christian. During “turkey” month, share these seven Thanksgiving activities with your kids. You will teach them an … 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