My 1st grade son is learning to read and we are working on larger words by using syllables and word parts. I wrote the story of the two foundations or also known as the wise and the foolish builders straight from Matthew 7:24-27. Click above to download the printable PDF document I have split up the multi-syllable words up into … More Children’s Ministry Resources
I will never forget the day a relative commented, “Teaching isn’t difficult. You just get in front of people and tell them what you know.” Sure thing (I replied in my head), if you never want to have an impact on your students. There seems to be a misconception that teaching is a skill anyone can just pick up, but … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is a great little craft that goes great with Mimi Bullock’s lesson “Valentine Object Lesson: Tootsie Roll Pop“. I loved Mimi’s lesson and we will be doing in this upcoming Sunday in our Wee Church class (2yrs – Kindergarten). That class, however, likes to do crafts so I came up with this simple little craft that includes the Tootsie … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Who doesn’t love the sweet candy known as Conversation Hearts? I know I do! It’s so much fun reading those loving and sometimes humorous messages before popping those candies in your mouth. Since they are so popular around Valentine’s Day, why not use them as an object lesson? That’s what I plan to do. Here is my idea. What you’ll … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Let’s face it – Kids love their birthdays! It is the one special day each year that is just for them. So why don’t we make it even more special for them? They don’t need a gift or a cake. There’s something that they will love even more. And, guess what? It’s free! Put the birthday child, on a chair, … More Children’s Ministry Resources
There are many ways to consider how the church operates as a team of believers…the Bible makes it clear that every person has special gifts and abilities. We can use those unique elements to come together and do amazing things. But we have to use each other to make it happen. As adults we may be used to this message, … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Even (and sometimes especially) in the church, students are often at a loss to understand or explain some of the basic essentials of Christianity. Sometimes kids grow so used to a routine of “doing church” that they forget why it is important to participate in a church body or go through the motions we are accustomed to doing. It … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Title: God Gives Gideon Victory Scripture: Judges 6:36-7:25 Target Age Group: 3rd-5th grade Main Point: God alone saves His people Supplies:Picture printouts from www.bricktestatment.com, marker board and marker Lesson Opening Ask: How have you been helped or encouraged by someone else this week? Say: In our story we’ll hear how God encouraged Gideon to go out and fight Israel’s enemies. … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Title: God Calls Gideon Scripture: Judges 6:1-35 Target Age Group: 3rd-5th grade Main Point: God overcomes our weaknesses Supplies: Pictures of Idols, post it notes, pencils Lesson Opening Ask: Have you ever gone through something so difficult that you cried out to God to help you? Say: The last few weeks we’ve been talking about Israel conquering their enemies as … More Children’s Ministry Resources
When we are obedient to God’s commands, we can count on his order, provision, and protection. In “After the Manger,” children will learn about the events that took place after Jesus’ birth and how those events teach us to boldly obey God. Even among opposition we can have the confidence that the Lord is near because he provides exactly what we … More Children’s Ministry Resources
When Jesus was 12, He and his parents travelled to Jerusalem for Passover with a big group of their relatives. During this trip, Jesus was left behind. His parents found Him three days later teaching the elders in the Temple. Mary and Joseph were worried about Jesus, but He was exactly where He needed to be. Even at a young … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is a calendar to help your students get familiar with some of the many Bible verses that are about love. Valentine’s Day is in February and I thought it would be great to have the kids learn about the love of God as well as practice their Bible reading skills in the process. Click on the preview above to … More Children’s Ministry Resources
What did God do for us and why is it important? Why do we need Jesus, anyway? Sometimes we take for granted what it means that we are God’s children and have been redeemed. This lesson emphasizes the importance of a Messiah and reminds us that God used prophets to tell everyone what was coming. It also reminds us that … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Here is a little song that is sung to the tune of “Jesus Loves Me”. It goes through the verses of 1 Corinthians 13:4-8a and will help your kids learn what love is about. I kept the chorus from “Jesus Loves Me” since it goes so well with the love chapter. Enjoy! 1 Corinthians 13: 4-8a (to the tune of … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is lesson 14 of 33 in a series of lessons called “Praise God Through the Psalms.” 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 Psalm 24 we have a clear picture of … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free coloring page is based on the Book of Galatians. 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 shows several the quote from Galatians 2:20 It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Jesus’ coming to the Earth fulfilled the scriptures of the Old Testament. In Luke 4:14-21 He is just beginning to teach the good news. When teaching in Galilee and then Nazareth His message is that He is God’s son and has come to save God’s people. In Nazareth He will be rejected which will fulfill the scriptures. Jesus taught that … More Children’s Ministry Resources
The Bible is full of fantastic miracles. These are performed by Jesus, by His disciples and followers, and by God Himself. Sometimes, in our constant reading and telling of them, we can take miracles for granted and neglect their ultimate meaning and place in things. Youngsters hearing about miracles might wonder why we don’t see these unearthly feats accomplished today. … More Children’s Ministry Resources
A full understanding of God’s greatness cannot be attained on earth, but his great joy, love, and salvation should engulf our actions as believers. Children will learn how God has granted these wonderful attributes to us and explore ways to use them as his representatives to the lost. From Pastor Ken Gray’s sermon entitled, “Great!” (December 13, 2015) Transcribed for … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Title: Jericho Falls Scripture: Joshua 3-6 Target Age Group: 3rd-5th grade Main Point: God’s power brings victory Supplies: 24 stones or blocks Lesson Opening Ask: Who is the strongest person you know? What is that person able to do that other people can’t? Where do you think that person got their strength? Say: In our story today we’ll hear about … More Children’s Ministry Resources
A preschool student in our group recently asked what he didn’t realize was a potentially profound question… “Do angels wear clothes?” He was probably inquiring with regard to drawing a picture, and I didn’t want to ignore his curiosity. My response was that when angels are sent to earth, they have clothes to talk to people; but when they are … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free Bible lesson is based on Luke 3:15-17, 21-22, which tells of Jesus’ baptism, and Acts 8:14-17, which tells of baptism of the Spirit. It is designed for children’s church or Sunday School. Please modify as best fits your ministry. If your church follows the Revised Common Lectionary, this teaching plan would correspond to Year C – Baptism of the … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Jesus was both fully human and fully divine. When Satan tempted Him, the desire to give in was present, but He resisted temptation due to His divine nature. As the Son of God, Jesus understands what it feels like to be tempted, and we can take comfort in knowing that He can relate to our struggles. It is important for … More Children’s Ministry Resources
As the new year comes, it’s a great time to make sure all of the classrooms are set up. It’s important to have supplies for your teachers so that they feel like they can complete their lessons adequately and not have to spend a lot of money out-of-pocket. Though most teachers that I know buy things for their classes and … More Children’s Ministry Resources