Click here to download the 36-page VBS curriculum manual On your mark, get set….GO!!! Whether or not it is a year of Olympics, athletic analogies and fitness focus are always great themes to use when implementing Bible programs for kids. We as a culture honor sports stars and their endeavors quite a bit…what would it look like to give Biblical … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This devotional is designed for the whole family; it is a way to learn about giving together. The objective of this devotional is to teach kids that God wants us to enjoy giving and that it can be a gift to share what we have with others. If you are looking for a concrete way to put this into action, … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is the introduction to a free Western Themed VBS we’re posting here on the website. We hope you enjoy and would love feedback from any churches who use this material. Click here to download the 42-page director’s manual Howdy! Welcome to a rowdy Western adventure romp through the pages of history and the Bible. This Vacation Bible School program … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Prayer is both a spiritual discipline and a holy habit. Sometimes a seasons of changing routines can break good habits or provide opportunity for start a positive new routine. That’s what I love about prayer calendars, especially for kids launching into a new year of school. Our friends at Children’s Ministry Deals have posted this eye catching free printable calendar. … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Our friends at Children’s Ministry Deals have released a free lesson series for preteens (or upper elementary) students. It’s a 4 week Bible study that will help them trust in God when life gets messy. Just looking at the reviews, tons of churches have already used this and given it high marks. If you are struggling to engage this age group, … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Once Saul realized that he had lost his favor with God and that David would be king he sought to destroy David. One night Saul set up camp with his army. All of his men slept around him to protect him, but they all fell asleep. David came into the camp and realized that this was his chance to get … More Children’s Ministry Resources
The story of Nabal and his wife, Abigail, takes us to a situation that children are very familiar with: sharing. David’s army lived peaceably beside Nabal and even helped protect his sheep. However, everything went sour whenever David asked Nabal to share some food with his army. Nabal had the resources to help David but he didn’t want to. David’s … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free coloring page is based on the Book of 1 Timothy. It’s one part of our series of illustrations for each individual book of the Bible. Click here to download the print friendly PDF version. We’ve also uploaded the image in JPEG format. The illustration captures the theme from 2 Timothy 2:3. It shows three children to illustrate the caption. Share … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Today let’s talk about self-care. I know, it just sounds bad doesn’t it? (It has the word “self” in it so it must be bad, right?) I’d like to challenge that thinking–it’s a fallacy and one that can hurt you. Since I’m not comfortable using my ministry friends for this example (although there are quite a few, I’ll be the … More Children’s Ministry Resources
After defeating Goliath, David become a part of the king’s court. Everyone grew to love David which caused King Saul to become more and more jealous. Even though God had anointed David as King, Saul was not quick to give up his crown. He sought to kill David so that he could remain king. Jonathan, Saul’s son, was close friends … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Title: Using our Gifts- Stewardship Lesson Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10-11 Target Age Group: 3rd-5th grade Main Point: God (point upwards) gives us gifts (make a shape of a gift box by your chest) so that we may serve others (point to your neighbor) and glorify Him (point upwards). Supplies: Bibles, Index card for each child Lesson Opening: Talking and Listening … More Children’s Ministry Resources
As many readers know, last summer I left my regular church job to serve the forgotten children in rural Haiti. I’ve tried to journal some of that experience on my family blog, but it’s hard to capture the whole story in simple words. Today, I want to share this video from our latest mission trip. Basically, it was a lesson … More Children’s Ministry Resources
There’s been quite a bit of bruhaha lately about whether to send your kids to children’s church or keep them with their parents in the larger congregation. As a long time children’s minister, (twenty years now) I’ve seen the “big church, little church” debate arise numerous times. It’s healthy to talk about these things but for those of you who … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Title: Giving Together- Stewardship Lesson Scripture: Acts 2:42-47 Target Age Group: 3rd-5th grade Main Point: God (point upwards) uses his church (point at yourself and the kids) to spread blessings (spread arms in front of you.) Supplies: Bibles, paper and markers, giving coloring page Lesson Opening Ask: What are some ways that you care for your friends? How do your … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is the first part of our Old Testament Bible Character trading cards. This is Part 1 of the Old Testament cards and includes: Adam, Eve, Noah, Job, Abraham, Lot, Jacob, Joseph, Moses, Aaron Click on the preview image above to download the printable PDF version We’re uploading the whole series (51 cards total). If you’d like to download the whole set, click here for the file (2.4 mb). They … More Children’s Ministry Resources
It can be a bit of a challenge to minister to neighborhood families due to today’s incredible busyness and cultural distractions. Nonetheless, our communities need the love of Christ more than ever, so a continued effort for outward ministry is absolutely necessary. But how do we get our own families involved? Here are five family-friendly ideas for outreach. Host a … More Children’s Ministry Resources
I have a confession to make. I don’t often teach children from the Song of Solomon but I love one particular scripture. Here’s the verse I’m talking about: Catch for us the foxes, the little foxes that ruin the vineyards, our vineyards that are in bloom. Song of Solomon 2:15 It’s not only wonderfully descriptive, it’s an accurate depiction and … More Children’s Ministry Resources
All of us who work with kids want the best for the kids in our care. They’re our babies and we love them. None of us would intentionally put a child at risk. We carefully staff the classrooms. We buy the latest Christian books. We paint the walls exciting colors. We plan our programs down to the smallest detail….building the … More Children’s Ministry Resources
What child does not love breaking and smashing things? This lesson takes advantage of that interest while emphasizing that, unfortunately, humans are irreparably broken creatures that only God can fix. The activities here take advantage of one of God’s simple yet remarkable treasures, as we look to eggs for inspiring Biblical truths. Lesson focus: Although every human is sinful and … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is lesson 24 of 33 in a series of lessons called “Praise God Through the Psalms.” “Praise God Through the Psalms” – Psalm 66 Lesson focus: Through the book of Psalms and the worship of the people of Israel, we get a glimpse into the character of God and how we should rightly respond to Him in worship. In … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Bad things happen in life, but Ruth teaches us to put our full trust in God even when we’ve suffered loss. Through her loving devotion to Naomi, we learn that God puts people in our lives to help us grow closer to him. Also, Ruth’s life shows the amazing, redemptive power of God – the same power that would one … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Need something to help preschoolers be engaged during the worship service? Well, try these listening guides! Even though my church has Junior Church most Sundays, I thought it would be helpful to give preschoolers a guide for listening to the sermon on the days they stay in the adult service. Click on the preview image above to download the PDF … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson introduces the Psalms to children. This lesson is designed to teach children how David worshiped God by using the Psalms that he wrote. The ideal use of this lesson would be in a Sunday School or Kid’s Church setting. Objective: To introduce children to the Psalms and teach them about worshipping God Targeted Age Group: This lesson is … More Children’s Ministry Resources
After Saul failed to follow God’s directions, God sent Samuel to anoint a new king. Samuel was led to the house of Jesse where he was presented Jesse’s eldest sons. God did not pick any of Jesse’s eldest sons to be the new King. Instead he picked David, the smallest of all his sons. Today preschoolers will learn that God … More Children’s Ministry Resources