Whenever Mother’s Day rolls around, we take time to think of all that our mothers have done for us, and to appreciate and thank our moms with expressions of love. At the same time, though, the holiday can join the negative connotation of Valentine’s Day as a day for card companies and restaurants to make money by piling guilty obligations … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Jesus spoke often in parables and metaphors, using imagery of things known to explain things that were harder to understand. We can certainly use that example in teaching young students, using simple things to remind them of important truths. In this lesson, fruit is the main object. We will use real samples to discuss the fruits of the spirit and … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Going through the story of creation and how God created the earth is a favorite of Sunday School Teachers. It is a wonderful series to teach the children in our classes about the foundation of the world. Sometimes, though, we need some sort of fun way to help the kids remember what occurred on each day of creation. So I … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free Bible lesson is based on John 15:26-27, 16:4b-15 when Jesus tells the disciples about the coming of the Holy 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 B – Day of Pentecost, Gospel Reading – … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Going through the story of creation and how God created the earth is a favorite of Sunday School Teachers. It is a wonderful series to teach the children in our classes about the foundation of the world. Sometimes, though, we need some sort of fun way to help the kids remember what occurred on each day of creation. So I … More Children’s Ministry Resources
You and I know that God’s Word has a supernatural quality–it not only empowers, frees and comforts us but it is infused with the Holy Spirit. How many times have I read a verse and all of a sudden, it kind of “jumps off the page.” You see something unique and amazing for the first time even though you have … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Recently, we hosted a church yard sale fundraiser, which brought to mind the incredible amount of utter junk that some people hang onto…do we really need the one-armed doll, headless ceramic duck, or box of warped cassette tapes from 1983? Why is it so hard to let go of things that for all honesty’s sake we rarely use? This lesson … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Kids have a lot to distraction them from God. Video games, school, home life are just a few of those common distractions. Actually, in some cases, kids have even more distractions than adults. God’s gives us instruction about staying focused and keeping God first. I use the following verse for teaching this object lesson. Jesus replied: ‘Love the Lord your … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free Bible lesson is based on John 15:9-17 when Jesus commands His followers to love others just as He has loved them. 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 – 6th Sunday of Easter, Gospel … More Children’s Ministry Resources
One of my very favorite verses is Luke 7:47, “Therefore, I tell you, her many sins have been forgiven–as her great love has shown. But whoever has been forgiven little loves little.” I know for a fact I’ve been forgiven much. What about you, kids? Have you been forgiven much or just a little? Let’s talk about that! I have … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Going through the story of creation and how God created the earth is a favorite of Sunday School Teachers. It is a wonderful series to teach the children in our classes about the foundation of the world. Sometimes, though, we need some sort of fun way to help the kids remember what occurred on each day of creation. So I … More Children’s Ministry Resources
“Why isn’t God hearing my prayers, Miss Monica?” That’s a question one of my kids asked me recently. Where to begin? I totally understood what my children’s church member was asking me. I had been there too. Sure, there are many reasons why a prayer can be hindered. Some of those top prayer-crushers are “asking amiss” and “having no faith” … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Going through the story of creation and how God created the earth is a favorite of Sunday School Teachers. It is a wonderful series to teach the children in our classes about the foundation of the world. Sometimes, though, we need some sort of fun way to help the kids remember what occurred on each day of creation. So I … More Children’s Ministry Resources
God wants us to love everyone and people should know that we love them. However, when in regards to loving other Christians, the Bible is very specific. A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Going through the story of creation and how God created the earth is a favorite of Sunday School Teachers. It is a wonderful series to teach the children in our classes about the foundation of the world. Sometimes, though, we need some sort of fun way to help the kids remember what occurred on each day of creation. So I … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Going through the story of creation and how God created the earth is a favorite of Sunday School Teachers. It is a wonderful series to teach the children in our classes about the foundation of the world. Sometimes, though, we need some sort of fun way to help the kids remember what occurred on each day of creation. So I … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Temptation is a trap that leads us to sin! The bible tells us in 2 Timothy 2:26, “and that they will come to their senses and escape from the trap of the devil, who has taken them captive to do his will.“ However, we don’t have to walk into those traps–most of the time, if not all of them, it … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Going through the story of creation and how God created the earth is a favorite of Sunday School Teachers. It is a wonderful series to teach the children in our classes about the foundation of the world. Sometimes, though, we need some sort of fun way to help the kids remember what occurred on each day of creation. So I … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Need a craft for a special Mother’s Day service? We all know how much kids love to give Mom gifts–and she sure deserves them! This Mother’s Day craft gives kids something to do and leaves them with something special to give to Mom. No shopping required. What You’ll Need Cardstock (bright or pastel colors work well) Pencils Safety scissors Paper … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Mark 1:3 gives us the mission of John the Baptist. “He is a voice shouting in the wilderness, ‘Prepare the way for the LORD’s coming! Clear the road for him!” How amazing to go before the Lord and tell people to get ready for him to come through! Teach kids that they can be like John the Baptist–they can help … More Children’s Ministry Resources
There are many wonderful worship songs out there to sing, hear, admire and inspire. For that matter, there are also abundant songs for kids to learn and sing. And modern Christian artists flood the radio with wonderful titles and varieties of music. But sometimes we forget how marvelous and insightful old hymns can be. We tend to see classic church … More Children’s Ministry Resources
I wanted to study Aaron, Moses, and Joshua with my Wednesday night kids (grades 2nd-5th). These three men were around all at the same time and I wanted to work through them together. The kids in my class know the basics and have heard the Bible stories of Moses and of Jericho, but I don’t think they know much more … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Kids love to act like they are secret spies decoding a secret message. Here is a great Bible verse decoding worksheet made for Genesis 1:1. This worksheet can be used as a Bible verse review or even used during your study about creation. Click here to download Keep copies of this handy so that when the sermon goes longer, you … More Children’s Ministry Resources
We do it in church, before meals, when we need something…but many times students neglect or fail to understand just what prayer is and how to do it. Does authentic prayer require a certain ritual, motion, or series of words? Why bother to pray if God has a plan already? Here are some ideas and elements to cover when exploring … More Children’s Ministry Resources