Storytelling immerses the listener into the panorama of the Bible with an enormous effect if it’s done right. You don’t have to be a natural-born ham or a professional to tell an unforgettable story. Before your next class or session, review these storytelling tips. You can bring the Bible to life with a few adjustments! 1. Know the story backwards … More Children’s Ministry Resources
It is so important for all of us to be studying and memorizing scripture. In Psalm 119:11, it says, “Your word I have treasured in my heart, That I may not sin against You.” During my Wednesday night class with Kindergarten-5th graders, we always spend time working on Bible Verses for them to memorize. I came up with a list … More Children’s Ministry Resources
While homeschooling school-age children, we often forget that our little ones need some structured learning as well. I’m not saying that they should be sitting there for hours on end every day, but it is good for them to have a few structured activities to do where they do have to sit for just a few minutes. If you don’t … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson from Esther focuses on how God rewards (or repays) each person according to their conduct. Students will discover from Esther 5-7 that in God’s time He rewards the righteous for their faithfulness to Him and He punishes those who are wicked. The lesson was created for older elementary students and can be adapted to the needs of your … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use this free Bible lesson in your Sunday School or Children’s Church. It shows how God’s works in creation are designed to bring him praise. In particular, this study will show how God’s children are made to bring him Glory. Gospel Connection: As we see in these passages, God created the whole universe, including the stars. The stars of one … More Children’s Ministry Resources
As with many families, my husband, 2 boys, and I live in a different state than any of our family. We moved away for ministry reasons. The choice to move was a difficult one, since we would be leaving all of our family behind, but it was the right one (as is every decision to follow God’s leading). We have … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Start your year off right with spring evangelism ideas for kids ministry. I love reaching into the community and finding kids that need Jesus. (And who doesn’t?) After a long winter, parents and kids may be more willing to interact with new faces, especially if it is a friendly one. Shake up your ministry and grow your church by putting … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free Easter script can help you create a simple drama at your church to share the message of Jesus’ Resurrection. This Easter play has many parts for children and could be produced almost entirely by the children’s ministry. The songs mentioned are suggestions from what we did in our church, please use music most appropriate (and available) to your … More Children’s Ministry Resources
The following lesson is the beginning of a new series teaching through the Book of Esther. The focus of this lesson is an overview of Esther introducing students to the main characters, places and themes. It is a good opportunity to refresh students’ minds who the Jewish people are, God’s Covenant with His people and why the Jews are living … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Bible study is so important in our daily lives. If we want to get to know our Creator, we have to read His book. We also want our children to read their Bible so that they can grow in their relationship with the Lord. For children who go to public school, this has to be a separate time from their … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free Genesis coloring page can be used to introduce children to the first book of the Bible. It begins our series for each book in the Bible. Download the print-friendly PDF version. We also uploaded the JPEG image for anyone who would like to customize the coloring sheet. In one illustration, Mandy has show several of the main themes from the … More Children’s Ministry Resources
asdIsn’t it amazing how captivated kids are by balloons? Offer kids a bag of candy or a balloon and nine times out of ten, they’ll reach for the balloon. I’m a firm believer that we should never let a tool go to waste so I’ve found some fun ways to use balloons during children’s church. Keep kids focused on your … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is the sixth lesson in our series called “How to Win Against Sin.” It’s based on the Armor of God teaching found in Ephesians 6. Click here to see more Bible lessons in this unit. Like all our resources, this material is 100% free to use in your ministry. Please leave a comment below to share your own thoughts … More Children’s Ministry Resources
**This is a guest post from Nick Diliberto from PreteenMinistry.net Preteens often think the Bible is an ancient book that isn’t relative to their lives. Many believe that it is a list of strict rules to be followed. As they begin to think for themselves, preteens might even question its authenticity. With so many options to fill up free time, like … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This simple preschool Bible lesson is perfect for those Sundays when you have snow on the ground. It could be used in Sunday School or Kids church. Some families could use it as an outline for a family devotion. The lesson plan download includes bonus crafts and coloring pages. Unique as a Snowflake Children’s Bible Lesson from 1 Corinthians 12:27 … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free Bible lesson for children is focused on the concept of praising God, specifically how music can be used to give him worship. It could be used in your Sunday School class or children’s church. Learning Aim: Children will learn the importance of music as a way to serve the Lord. Children will understand that the Lord is so … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is the eighth lesson plan in our series titled, “Toddlers Knowing God.” Each of these studies help children age 18-24 months better understand the character & nature of God. Click here to see the main index for these Bible lessons. This particular lesson is based on Psalm 100:3-5 and teaches how to say thank you to God. Thank You, … More Children’s Ministry Resources
The following lesson was used for older elementary students. The students will be studying Philippians and Ephesians in the following weeks. Click here to see the first lesson in the series. The purpose in each of the lessons will be to help them learn and implement a personal daily time with God in His Word. This was an adaptation for … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This Bible lesson will help older elementary children better understand what it means to be a creation of God. You will find learning activities and detailed directions below. Memory Verse: “How precious to me are your thoughts, Oh God! How vast is the sum of them! Were I to count them, they would outnumber the grains of sand.” Psalm 139:17-18a … More Children’s Ministry Resources
**This is a guest post from Nick Diliberto from PreteenMinistry.net Object: This is a team-based game to see which team can create the most off-the-hook “reindeer” antlers in 5 minutes! Supplies: For each team provide: 1 new pair of brown or tan panty hose; 14-7″ balloons; 1 red gift bow and two 6–8″ lengths of Christmas ribbon; a paper bag to hold … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is a free Bible lesson for children teaching them about the importance of faith, and not relying on “works” to save us from sin. Through a study of Galatians 3:10-14, students will identify that works are a part of faith, but they are not, however, a way to get to God. They will learn that God desires us to … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson continues the process of teaching older elementary students how to study God’s Word for themselves. The challenge for all people who hear and learn facts from God’s Word is to take what they know and do something about it that transforms their life. There are those who will hear and receive facts and do nothing resulting in an … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Just like grown ups, children struggle with busy hearts and minds that often distract them from God. This children’s sermon will help them discover the importance of being still before the Lord. Leader Preparation: Many times teaching lessons to others can have an impact on the teacher too, and this is a wonderful thing. For this lesson, give yourself some quiet time to … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Fall is a favorite time of the year for many people. We see God’s handiwork in the changing of the leaves and the relief of cooler weather after a warm summer. We get to decorate with pretty wreaths and fun pumpkins. We can pick up our favorite fall flavors at the coffee shops and put on a pot of soup … More Children’s Ministry Resources