This page is the main index for our series of Bible lessons based on the life of Moses. In total, there are five lessons in these series with a preschool and elementary version of each. Be sure to see all our free materials that teach the ten commandments for children. Elementary Sunday School Lessons (or Kids Church) Baby Moses and … More Children’s Ministry Resources
We have just finished our third month of homeschooling and are moving into the fourth. The time has flown by! We have our good days and bad, but overall, I would say that homeschooling has been a success for us. One of the biggest challenges we have faced when it comes to homeschooling might just be the teacher! I’ve found … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is the second in a series of four Bible lessons for children teaching them about the Holy Spirit. Click here to see the series index. They were first prepared for a Children’s Church setting, but would work well as a Sunday School lesson also. Through an object lesson, a Bible study, small groups, and an art project, students will … More Children’s Ministry Resources
“One of Those Days” Have you ever had one of those days in Kidmin? You know the kind, the day where you can feel yourself losing all semblance of patience. The kind of day where you find yourself praying during your lesson that the Holy Spirit will give you love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control? Today … More Children’s Ministry Resources
A few weeks back, Group Publishing sent me a new toy for families called “Gabbit.” It’s a handheld game that can be played almost anywhere. We tried it out in our home and has become one of our favorite. It’s really a simple concept. Just press the button and answer the question. We liked to pass it around and let … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is the first in a series of four Bible lessons for children teaching them about the Holy Spirit. Click here to see the series index. This lesson first prepared for a Children’s Church setting, but would be ideal for a kids Sunday School. Through object lessons, a small group study of multiple verses, and a memory verse game, students … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Is it worth leaving the church? We’ve been in the new church building for three years now. When we first moved in, I was excited to start decorating the Children’s Ministry rooms and make them an exciting and welcoming place for kids. However, we had to wait….wait to see how the rooms will all end up being used. Make sense. … More Children’s Ministry Resources
I’m a big fan of What’s in the Bible?, and love all the videos they’ve posted on their YouTube page. Here are a few that I thought would be helpful in teaching Bible lessons from the books of 1 & 2 Kings. These might be a good addition to your Sunday School or Children’s Church lessons. There is even a … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Here are some new coloring pages from Carlos Bautista. They are designed as an activity for children’s Sunday school using a picture of a Roman Centurion. Directions: To download this printable coloring sheet, simply click on the preview image. It will open a print friendly PDF file of the picture. If you enjoy this free resource, please leave a comment … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Too often, kids get the wrong idea about calling. They begin to think the only way to serve God is to become an one of the three Ms when they grown up: Minister, Missionary, or Married to one of those. While we should honor these religious vocation, children need to know that God calls people to many other important vocations. … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Browse all our free Sunday School Lessons for Kids. I’m often asked by readers which denomination our website represents. The answer is actually many. Just over half of the content here was created by me, so it would be from a Southern Baptist perspective. Several of our other writers are Baptist, Methodist, Lutheran, or non-denominational Christian. Each week we publish original … More Children’s Ministry Resources
It’s only November, why are you talking about VBS? The short answer is you can’t start planning too early. For the longer answer, you should listen to this podcast. In this episode I talk with Shannon Velasquez who plans VBS training all across the country. She was the one who invited me to attend their PandaMania field test last summer. It’s … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Understanding the person of the Holy Spirit is often difficult for children (and even adults), but knowing God is essential to growing in our love for Him. This page is the index for our series of Sunday School lessons about the Holy Spirit. The links below lead to individual lesson plans. All these materials are free copy and use in … More Children’s Ministry Resources
The Bible clearly teaches Christians ought to pray for their leaders. Mandy Groce has created this coloring page to help teach your children about that command. It’s based on this pray for our leaders bible verse from 1 Timothy 2:1-4. I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone— for kings and all … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Teaching in today’s world is a challenge but when you are teaching kids about God and His love, the pressure is really on. It is hard to be the perfect example of love and charity when little Johnny stands on the table and refuses to come down. Broken homes and a broken society have all contributed to the lack of … More Children’s Ministry Resources
I’ve made it my habit to read about topics outside my normal field of ministry. So, today I was working through a new book by Wayne Grudem titled, “Business for the Glory of God.” Dr. Grudem was one of my favorite authors in Seminary. I’ve spent hundreds of hours with his massive Systematic Theology. That book is still on my … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This Bible lesson for preschoolers is based on Mark 1:40-42 where Jesus miraculously heals a man with leper. This reveals the Christ has a heart of compassion and deeper purpose in his ministry. This Bible story is a picture of God’s desire to cleanse all people of their spiritual uncleanness. This is the seventh lesson from a series for preschoolers … More Children’s Ministry Resources
I’ve been thinking and writing a good deal about kids being overchurched. This is something of a new topic and I’m trying to figure it out as I go along. Some of what I’ve said has been on other websites and podcasts. So I wanted to link that information together in one place. This post is a recap of what I’ve said & … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson continues the study of Israel’s kings. Click here to see the lesson index. The focus of this lesson is David’s perseverance through difficulties during the period of time before he takes the throne. Believers can learn from David’s example to persevere during difficult times because one day they will receive their heavenly reward. Even with opposition and persecution … More Children’s Ministry Resources
At the 2010 Desiring God National Conference, Francis Chan gave a moving talk on humility and loving people. As part of that presentation, he listed seven question that he asks when preparing to teach the Word of God. I think they are the critical questions any children’s minister should also consider as they prepare to teach God’s kids. Those questions … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Volunteers are needed! How many times have we seen this sign or posted it ourselves? Too many! We lose good volunteers and sadly ministry helpers do come and go. Sometimes the volunteers quit for reasons we could have prevented. While that is not always the case, leaders should know the five reasons why this most commonly occurs. Retain one of the … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Some Christians don’t like any mention of Halloween — and they will make sure you know it. I can certainly understand and I’ve heard from some readers have told me they don’t like it when I post Bible lessons that reference that day. Christians love to argue about Halloween. I can’t solve that dispute here on the blog, but I … More Children’s Ministry Resources
It’s no secret that kids often struggle to pay attention during the sermon in big church. Sometimes the problem is comprehension, other times it’s just listening skills. This post features a downloadable resource to help the children in your church. It was sent to us from Rich Shipe, who first posted it on his church website. Directions: To download this … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This Bible lesson for preschoolers is based on Mark 1:35-39 where Jesus takes time away to pray. This shows his humanity and a positive example of spending time alone with God. Preschoolers will be encouraged to talk with God when they are alone. This is the sixth lesson from a series for preschoolers on knowing Jesus through the book of … More Children’s Ministry Resources