This animal matching game was shared by Bible Games Central. We hope it’s useful, especially in your preschool ministry. It’s an easy teaching activity for Noah’s Ark or the Creation Story. Please jump to their website to find similar ideas. Preparation : For up to 32 players: download and print 2 copies of the Animal Cards; cut each copy into 16. … More Children’s Ministry Resources
OBJECTIVE: To teach the children that God’s promises can be trusted. MAIN IDEA: Peter witnessed some special promises coming true. We learn from Peter’s life that God always keeps his promises. TARGET AGES: 9 – 13 Older Elementary. You may need to simplify this lesson when working with younger children. CURRICULUM UNIT: This lesson is part of the Who was … More Children’s Ministry Resources
In this last lesson of the series, children will discover how Paul served God according to his belief that God’s promises would come true. Paul was alive during the time of the early church and was used greatly by God to teach others about faithfulness, obedience, and suffering for Christ. This lesson contains a fun craft and word scramble as … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Losers is not a nice word – but it carries the same shock value that Jesus’ original audience would have felt when he preached the Beatitudes. Each line take the popular idea of who is “winning in life” and turns it upside down. In other words, Jesus promises that losers are the real winners when God’s Kingdom comes. Money, success, … More Children’s Ministry Resources
God deserves praise! That’s why the book of book of Psalms is a wonderful example of honest worship. This 32 lesson curriculum will help children understand the character of God and respond with praise. Psalm 1 Psalm 2 Psalm 3 Psalm 4 Psalm 5 Psalm 6 Psalm 7 Psalm 8 Psalm 9 Psalm 15 Psalm 16 Psalm 19 Psalm 23 … More Children’s Ministry Resources
AGE GROUP: elementary (ages 6-11)TIME REQUIRED: 45 minutes This is lesson 20 of 42 in our study on the Attributes of God called “Can you tell me what God is like?” Visit the series index to view all the lessons and get more ideas for using this curriculum in your children’s ministry. LESSON 20: JESUS IS THE LAMB WITHOUT BLEMISH Key … More Children’s Ministry Resources
AGE GROUP: elementary (ages 6-11)TIME REQUIRED: 45 minutes This is lesson 19 of 42 in our study on the Attributes of God called “Can you tell me what God is like?” Visit the series index to view all the lessons and get more ideas for using this curriculum in your children’s ministry. LESSON 19: GOD IS KING OF KINGS AND LORD … More Children’s Ministry Resources
AGE GROUP: elementary (ages 6-11)TIME REQUIRED: 45 minutes This is lesson 18 of 42 in our study on the Attributes of God called “Can you tell me what God is like?” Visit the series index to view all the lessons and get more ideas for using this curriculum in your children’s ministry. LESSON 18: GOD IS JUST Key Verse:“‘The Lord is … More Children’s Ministry Resources
How does God want me to live? What happens if I’m not good enough? Jesus answers those questions in Luke 13:1-9. Download this children’s sermon to share those truth with kids in your church. Main Objective: There are some tricky points for kids in this Gospel lesson. Everyone is going to die? If we don’t have figs, we are going … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Take an look at the 2019 VBS theme from LifeWay called “In the Wild.” We made this short video unboxing of the Starter Kit and the Jump Start kit featured below. The giveaway on this post has ended and we’ve notified the winner via email. Thanks to everyone who left a comment with the great feedback!. VBS 2019 from LifeWay … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This PDF coloring sheet is part of the Ten Commandments Coloring Book for kids. It’s part of our large selection of free resources that teach the 10 commandments for kids. For this illustration of the 4th commandment, we have a young girl spending a quiet time alone with her Bible. The picture has trees and a blanket for kids to … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Children’s Message: Jesus, St. Patrick, and God’s Presence Everywhere Bible Reference: Luke 13:34-35, Joel 3:16, Jeremiah 14:8 Main Objective: This specific Gospel lesson is slightly challenging, as Jesus is lamenting the abandonment and actions of Jerusalem, and being warned of His own persecution. However, it can be tied in with the season through a brief discussion of Saint Patrick. Saint … More Children’s Ministry Resources
In this lesson, we will consider the power of words. They can build up or break down, and the tongue is quite a significant weapon. We will discuss the importance of the “Thumper principle” (if you can’t say something nice, don’t say anything at all!). Lesson focus: Our words are powerful, and we need to use them wisely for telling … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Be “Salt and Light” for Jesus. This Sunday School lesson is from Matthew 5:13-20. We’ve included everything you need to teach. The combined download below includes complete teacher notes, craft examples, object lessons, a preschool version, coloring page, and worksheets. Jesus thrived on imagery. Throughout His ministry, He used parables, analogies, and metaphoric depictions to emphasize His points. Some of … More Children’s Ministry Resources
AGE GROUP: elementary (ages 6-11)TIME REQUIRED: 45 minutes This is lesson 17 of 42 in our study on the Attributes of God called “Can you tell me what God is like?” Visit the series index to view all the lessons and get more ideas for using this curriculum in your children’s ministry. LESSON 17: GOD IS JUDGE Key Verse: “God is … More Children’s Ministry Resources
AGE GROUP: elementary (ages 6-11)TIME REQUIRED: 45 minutes This is lesson 16 of 42in our study on the Attributes of God called “Can you tell me what God is like?” Visit the series index to view all the lessons and get more ideas for using this curriculum in your children’s ministry. LESSON 16: JESUS IS IMMANUEL (GOD WITH US) Key Verse:“Therefore the … More Children’s Ministry Resources
When you think about what you want your children to learn at church, what’s the first thing that pops into your mind? We’ve all been there. With so much truth in the Bible where do we start? Why not start where the Bible starts. No, not necessarily creation, but GOD. Who is God? What is God like? What does God … More Children’s Ministry Resources
What are the first things kids learn from our ministry? What messages really stick? This short article (and audio) will help you focus on 4 basic lessons children need from your church or Sunday School. 4 Lessons Kids Need to Learn Every Sunday Teaching Sunday School can be hard – lesson planning requires prayer, preparation, and the right supplies. Effective … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Bible Focus: God offers us His comfort and presence, making and keeping promises throughout history! This lesson provides a twist on traditional St. Patrick’s Day emphasis by looking at the event’s founder relative to Biblical prophets. Patrick followed God’s lead and spread the word of the Gospel, just like Old (and New) Testament heroes followed God’s direction. Target Age Group: … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Who is God? What is God like? What does God do? This is lesson 14 of 42 in our study on the Attributes of God called “Can you tell me what God is like?” Visit the series index to view all the lessons and get more ideas for using this curriculum in your children’s ministry. AGE GROUP: elementary (ages 6-11)TIME REQUIRED: … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is lesson 13 of 42 in our study on the Attributes of God called “Can you tell me what God is like?” Visit the series index to view all the lessons and get more ideas for using this curriculum in your children’s ministry. LESSON 13: GOD HEALS HIS PEOPLE Key Verse:“See now that I myself am He! There is no … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This printable is part of our free series of Ten Commandments Coloring Pages for kids. It’s part of our large selection of free resources that teach the 10 commandments for kids. This coloring sheet illustration for the Third Commandment shows a Hebrew child pointing toward heaven as if giving praise to God. Two other children are looking side-eyed and appear to making fun … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This children’s sermon teaches kids about Jesus’ Transfiguration from Luke 9:29-36. Listen to our audio example of the lesson below and download the PDF children’s message script below. PLEASE let me know if you find the audio example helpful, this is an idea I’m testing but need to hear from you. (Leave a comment) Object Lesson Items: Prescription eye glasses … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Kids love to ask hard questions – especially when it comes to learning about God, faith, and the Bible. These lesson plans tackle some of those difficult questions young skeptics might ask. Every child will have doubts and honest questions while their faith is growing. These lesson plans can help! Why did God make hell? What are Angels and Demons? … More Children’s Ministry Resources