Water games are always fun when it comes to VBS recreation, so here’s a list of exciting and amusing games ideal for keeping the kids cool each day. Basket-Head Balloon Toss Materials: Two circular laundry baskets, water balloons, timer Instructions: Divide the kids into two teams and pick someone from each team to hold a laundry basket on top of … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Why not play a game on Father’s Day this year and learn some of the names of some of the fathers in the Bible? Sure! Here is a simple word search with the names of some fathers that were told about in the Bible. Just print, copy, and pass out with some pencils. That’s it! There’s even a teacher’s guide … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Flip books are fun and easy to make. Making one for Father’s Day would be a unique gift idea that takes minimal supplies, minimal preparation, and it can take as little or as much time as you have available. First of all, here are the steps to put a flip book together: You will need a stapler and 2 pieces of … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Fathers have a great impact on our lives and our faith. In this Father’s Day lesson, “A Father’s Example,” children will learn from three biblical fathers – Noah, Abraham, and Joseph – that obedient, faithful service to the Lord is a part of the great plan for mankind to be redeemed through Jesus Christ. In addition, children will understand that … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Father’s Day is coming up and what better way to celebrate it than to learn some of the names of some of the fathers that are in the Bible. This Bingo game is simple to do and could be an activity in during a lesson or it could be the lesson itself. As you call out each name you can … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Let’s face it: sometimes we grow weary of telling the same Bible stories…and if forced to admit it some of our students might even be tired of them as well. When we have a fresh audience it may help, but all too often we go through the same flannel graphs and picture books so many times that we forget how … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Just do it…Without Grumbling! Why God wants us to Have Joyful Attitudes But whyyyyyyy? Anyone who works with kids (or people in general, for that matter!) has likely been frustrated by the grating sound of a whiny voice. Some people seem as though they can only be happy if they are complaining, in fact. No matter what they do, there … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Undoubtedly, you’ll be presenting your children’s ministry with a smashing Father’s Day lesson. Hopefully you will have some extra faces for Father’s Day and if so, you should have a few extra games available. Besides impressing the new kids, you’ll also provide necessary activities for free time. Games help reinforce the lesson and they make good opportunities for new volunteers … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Paul had a unique encounter with Christ, and the evidence of his changed heart is extraordinary! In this last lesson of the “Forever Changed” series, children will study the magnitude of Paul’s past and the power of God to turn his life around and use him to spread the gospel. They will also learn how to apply what they have … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Young students may develop a habit of faith, following the coat tails of parents. Perhaps they attend church and Sunday School because that is just what they have always done, and they don’t think much of it. But it is important to establish early on how important it is to truly follow Christ. It means more we might have to … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Maybe “funday” isn’t an actual word but it should be! How else can you describe the following three spring fun days? I do love a theme–themes get people excited about attending church and that’s not just the kiddos. Looking for some exciting spring funday Sunday themes? Maybe these ideas will get you started. The Cat in the Hat Schools aren’t … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is lesson 21 of 33 in a series of lessons called “Praise God Through the Psalms.” “Praise God Through the Psalms” – Psalm 54 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
Most of us like to avoid hardship and difficulty. We do not seek out harsh conditions or frustrating periods. But God makes it clear that our faith grows stronger not in the beautiful mountaintop feelings of joy and elation, but in the dark valleys of struggle and doubt. As ministry workers it is important for us to remember this, particularly … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free coloring sheet is intended as a craft for our Jesus Washing the Disciples Feet lesson for preschoolers. However, you could use it with any class that needs an easy craft or activity to accompany teaching on this Bible Story. Click on the preview above to download the PDF printable Read the whole Bible Story in John 13 (Jesus) … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Lesson Title: Jesus Washes the Disciples Feet Bible Reference: John 13:1-17 Target Age Group: Preschool Learning Context: Children’s Church Target Time Frame: 1 ½ hour Gospel Connection: In John chapter 13 Jesus is almost ready for the Crucifixion but He still has more to teach the disciples. Typically we want to try to be the best but by washing the … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Mark 12:31 says, “Love your neighbor as yourself.” That sounds easy enough but it gets tougher when you realize that “your neighbor” isn’t just the people you go to church with–or agree with–or look like. However, such differences do not excuse us from following the teaching of our Lord. We are to be empathetic. The Apostle Paul tells us in … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Children are often quite willing to believe what they are told. Very young kids revere adults so much that it seems we can do no wrong in their little eyes. It can be easy to take advantage of this trust, and we sometimes use it strategically if we are aiming to modify certain behaviors. Kids will eat broccoli if they … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Depending on your church tradition, Pentecost can be a big celebration. But it’s a very important part of the church’s story and something that children will be curious about as they learn to read their Bibles. On this page I’m compiling some resources for teaching the Pentecost story for kids. . Video Story of Pentecost Children’s Version What’s in the Bible offers this … More Children’s Ministry Resources
When God gave the Holy Spirit to the early church (Acts 2:1-21) it changed everything. This important Sunday is celebrated with the name Day of Pentecost. Use these free coloring pages along with our Pentecost Sunday School lessons or Crafts about the Holy Spirit. Click on the image above to download the free PDF printable Free Printables from Other Websites Don’t … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is lesson 20 of 33 in a series of lessons called “Praise God Through the Psalms.” “Praise God Through the Psalms” – Psalm 43 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
Peter was a charismatic and bold follower of Jesus. His experiences with Christ before the crucifixion were certainly climatic, but after the resurrection Peter’s faith became even stronger as the leader of the early church. In “Peter is Transformed by Jesus” (lesson 4 of the “Forever Changed” series), children will learn that God also wants to use their individual abilities … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Lesson Title: The Parable of the Prodigal Son for KidsBible Reference: Luke 15:11-32Target Age Group: PreschoolLearning Context: Children’s Church or Sunday SchoolTarget Time Frame: 1 ½ hour Gospel Connection: The story of the Prodigal Son teaches us that God’s ways are clearly not our own. When the young son returns home begging for a job as a servant we expect … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Genesis 16 tells the account of Sarai and Hagar. Sarai was impatient about not having any children so she thought it would be a good idea for Abraham to have a child with her maidservant, Hagar. It was customary back then for whatever the servant had, was actually the master’s. So Sarai could technically have a child through her servant. … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This coloring page is based on the conversion of Paul (aka Saul) form Acts 9:1-22. The illustration shows Ananias praying over Saul after God stuck him with blindness on the Damascus Road. Click on the preview image above to download the PDF version to print. This coloring sheet about Saul’s conversion is a perfect complement to our Bible lesson plan … More Children’s Ministry Resources