Nobody said this job was easy but you probably never imagined that you’d ever be confronted by an angry parent but it happens. (That’s no slam to parents. Raising kids today is tough–unbelievably so.) But that doesn’t make the experience any less stressful/embarrassing/emotional. Maybe you’ve never had this happen to you but in the course of time it might. In … More Children’s Ministry Resources
God’s Word has is full of assurances that He will provide for us! He fills of our needs from physical to spiritual to emotional. That’s the truth! Although our Heavenly Father is aware of what needs we face and will face but He wants us to bring those needs to Him. What would happen if we taught our kids to … More Children’s Ministry Resources
“Let your light shine before men in such a way that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father who is in heaven.” That’s what Jesus tells us in Matthew 5:16. I love this verse because it’s such a powerful motivator for kids who want to serve God. When you break it down, it’s a three-part series, let … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Read this quote whenever you’re feeling discouraged in your children’s ministry. Download it as PDF or JPEG and hand it up around your church! You have our full permission to share it on Pinterest, Facebook, and Instagram! Ministry is not a job or a Sunday routine, it’s a PRIVILEGE to be chosen and used by Jesus. You’re not alone in children’s … More Children’s Ministry Resources
I once heard a children’s ministry leader say, “If you don’t put on a program for kids, they will put one on for you!” How true is that? After a few weeks in children’s ministry, I realized how true it was! For the best results, I had to have a good plan that included object lessons, games and very little … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free Bible lesson is based on Mark 3:20-35 when Jesus speaks to the scribes about a house divided. 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 B – 2nd Sunday after Pentecost, Gospel Reading – Mark 3:20-35. … More Children’s Ministry Resources
It’s summer time and I’m looking for ways to get my own children, as well as the children in my classes at church, into the Bible. I want them be encouraged by what the Word of God says. I want them to love the Word! Click here to download the printable PDF I just love the book of Philippians! It’s … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Looking for a way to teach children the value of Jesus’ sacrifice? No way this subject is a one-time and your done lesson. Even us grown ups could use the occasional reminder. Jesus has paid the price but it is crucial that we take personal responsibility for our sin. Maybe this Blank Check Object Lesson will help! Indeed, I count … More Children’s Ministry Resources
“If evolution really works, how come mothers only have two hands?” Milton Berle I found this quote about mother’s on Twitter tonight. It made me laugh, but also has a biting truth. God has giving mom’s everything they need to handle the overwhelming task of raising kids — his grace included!
A little goes a long way when it comes to things like horseradish, cayenne pepper, whiny toddlers…and faith! After all, a mustard seed-sized trust promises to relocate mountains in Biblical advice. God celebrates faith and those who demonstrate it. One of those giants of reliance was Elijah. In this lesson, we see through his encounter with a widow how God … More Children’s Ministry Resources
LifeWay Kids has released this fantastic video that shares the whole story of the Bible in about 5 minutes. It’s a great tool for kids trying to keep the big picture of the scriptures in mind. I love how it points everything back to Jesus. Watch it below or download it on VIMEO (free account required). This Bible story video … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Children should lead in church, if they have a heart to do so and are willing to be trained. That’s this children’s ministry veteran’s opinion but I understand that not everyone feels that way. My thinking is this, if we wait until kids are “old enough” we miss an opportunity for them to learn how to worship and how to … More Children’s Ministry Resources
If it weren’t for Boys VS Girls contests, we wouldn’t have any fundraisers in our church. Well we would have a few but these are the most fun. Our kids love the competition and it’s easy to get grown ups and teens involved in the contests too. They love it the only thing is, the prizes can get pretty boring. … More Children’s Ministry Resources
The kids in my Wednesday night class need work on learning the books of the Bible. They also like to play games. So, I put together this DIY Old Testament Books of the Bible Bingo game. It’s DIY because it is completely adaptable to your class (as well as mine). I have made the BIBLE Bingo game board and made … More Children’s Ministry Resources
The kids in my Wednesday night class need work on learning the books of the Bible. They also like to play games. So, I put together this DIY New Testament Books of the Bible Bingo game. It’s DIY because it is completely adaptable to your class (as well as mine). I have made the BIBLE Bingo game board and made … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Plastic tablecloths are the most unappreciated tool in ministry. Every week, hundreds (if not thousands) of these handy items hit the shopping carts of busy children’s pastors, destined for a brief life in a Sunday School or classroom. This is something easy for any Vacation Bible School crew. What would we do without them? They’re cheap, easy to toss and easy … More Children’s Ministry Resources
We’ve been using the free online materials from Crossroads Kids Club in our children’s church. I especially love their videos as an extra resource to review our Bible lesson. Here’s one of their latest featuring the Apostle Peter. It’s a mini Bible study on the life of Peter all in one kid-friendly video. You can watch online or download from the Crossroads Kids Club … More Children’s Ministry Resources
I remember being in my parents’ Sunday School class growing up and they would have us “practice” using our Bibles. They said “practice”, but there was no practice about it. We were digging into our Bibles and using them. It was a great lesson in using our Bibles. We teach children to read their Bible and use their Bible as … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free Bible lesson is based on John 3:1-17 when Jesus speaks to Nicodemus about what it means to be born again. 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 B – Trinity Sunday, Gospel Reading – John … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Following God is not always easy…we have the great privilege and blessing of living in a time and country that are not too threatening for Christians, but this certainly has not always been the case. In the Bible, we see many instances of people suffering for serving God and obeying His instructions. This story is one in a series following … More Children’s Ministry Resources
One day, I decided that the kids in my class on a Wednesday night needed to have some practice looking up verses in their Bible. They also needed a lesson on giving. So I decided to combine the two into a Bible Verse look up on giving. I gave them the rules: Before I say each new verse, their Bible … More Children’s Ministry Resources
I was at the library today with my boys and, as I was scanning the books for ones I’d like to bring home, I noticed the book called “Wheels on the Bus”. Now this is a very popular song that little children like to sing and put motions to. I then thought of a new song that my little class … More Children’s Ministry Resources
It’s almost the end of school and my Wednesday night class is getting more and more fidgety. A few weeks ago, they were really having a difficult time in class and so I decided to stop the lesson and let them get up and move. I didn’t want chaos, so I started a game. I had them think of their … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Unlike other books and bestsellers, God’s word–the Bible has an effect on us that can’t be measured accurately. There’s just something about knowing what God thinks, how He looks at things that changes lives. A person may have a favorite book, kids often do but when that child is in trouble or afraid, the word of their favorite book probably … More Children’s Ministry Resources