AGE GROUP: elementary (ages 6-11)TIME REQUIRED: 45 minutes This is lesson 22 of 42 in our study on the Attributes of God called “Can you tell me what God is like?” Visit the series index to view all the lessons and get more ideas for using this curriculum in your children’s ministry. LESSON 22: GOD IS MAJESTIC Key Verse: “O Lord, … More Children’s Ministry Resources
AGE GROUP: elementary (ages 6-11)TIME REQUIRED: 45 minutes This is lesson 21 of 42 in our study on the Attributes of God called “Can you tell me what God is like?” Visit the series index to view all the lessons and get more ideas for using this curriculum in your children’s ministry. LESSON 21: GOD IS LOVE Key Verse: “This is … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Jesus’ Triumphant entry was an amazing moment in Bible history. Download the kids version of the Palm Sunday story below in video format. Scroll down of lessons, crafts, and printables. This is another wonderful free video from Crossroads KidsClub. Be sure to checkout their page on Vimeo. Lessons on Palm Sunday Palm Sunday Lesson Preschool Version Triumphant Entry Lesson Palm … More Children’s Ministry Resources
OBJECTIVE: To teach the children that God’s promises can be trusted. MAIN IDEA: Peter witnessed some special promises coming true. We learn from Peter’s life that God always keeps his promises. TARGET AGES: 9 – 13 Older Elementary. You may need to simplify this lesson when working with younger children. CURRICULUM UNIT: This lesson is part of the Who was … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Take an look at the 2019 VBS theme from LifeWay called “In the Wild.” We made this short video unboxing of the Starter Kit and the Jump Start kit featured below. The giveaway on this post has ended and we’ve notified the winner via email. Thanks to everyone who left a comment with the great feedback!. VBS 2019 from LifeWay … More Children’s Ministry Resources
When you think about what you want your children to learn at church, what’s the first thing that pops into your mind? We’ve all been there. With so much truth in the Bible where do we start? Why not start where the Bible starts. No, not necessarily creation, but GOD. Who is God? What is God like? What does God … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Hello, My Name Is… A Series on the Names of God Lesson Sixteen: Who Do You Say that I Am? Main Idea: God calls everyone who loves him to praise His name and to proclaim to everyone the wonderful things He does. Memory Verse: “There is salvation in no one else! God has given no other name under heaven by which … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Hello, My Name Is… A Series on the Names of God Lesson Fourteen: El Olam/ The Everlasting God/Alpha Omega Main Idea: God is forever. His promises are forever. His love is forever. His Word is forever. And we can live forever when we know God and trust in Jesus, who died for our sins and now lives forever. Memory Verse: “There … More Children’s Ministry Resources
A Series on the Names of God Lesson Thirteen: Yahweh-Yireh (Jehovah-Jireh) Main Idea: When we obey him, Yahweh-Yireh will provide everything we need. Memory Verse: “There is salvation in no one else! God has given no other name under heaven by which we must be saved.” Acts 4:12 This is part 13 of 16 in our study of the Names … More Children’s Ministry Resources
What does the Baptism of Jesus mean for us? Kids need to know and this children’s church lesson from Matthew 3:1-17 can help. Teach about the Baptism of Jesus with this free Bible Story. Kids need to learn about Baptism. Includes crafts, coloring pages, game ideas, worksheets, object lesson, and full teaching plan. About this Bible Story Whether as an … More Children’s Ministry Resources
I hope you don’t mind, but I’m going to hop up on my soap box for a few minutes. Let’s talk about Bibles and technology. Don’t get me wrong, I’m currently sitting here with my iPhone (with the Bible app open) serving as a hotspot for my macbook so I can write this article. And, once this article is published, … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Welcome to the exhaustive list of kids ministry blogs – updated March 2019. We started with 101 but ended up listing 153 different sites about ministry to children! Happy browsing. TOP 25 CHILDREN’s MINISTRY BLOGS #1 Children’s Ministry (dot com) The most widely read magazine in children’s ministry also has an amazing blog! Their content is a virtual education in … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson is part of a series we’re calling, “Hello, My Name Is… A Series on the Names of God.” You can find the latest when you follow Tara’s author archive. We’ll add links to the whole Bible study once it’s complete. Lesson Twelve: Refuge, Fortress Main Idea: When we trust in God our strong refuge and fortress, he keeps us … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use this creative children’s sermon for kids going back to school. It’s based on Proverbs 27:17 and uses pencils as an object lesson. Supplies: Whether or not it is back to school or class testing time, pencils are always valuable tools for demonstrating principles of Christian living. Children’s Message for “Back to School” To emphasize the pencil parables, start by … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson is part of a series we’re calling, “Hello, My Name Is… A Series on the Names of God.” You can find the latest when you follow Tara’s author archive. We’ll add links to the whole Bible study once it’s complete. Lesson Eleven: Shepherd, Lamb of God Main Idea: The Good Shepherd takes wonderful care of us, his sheep, by … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson is designed to teach toddlers and younger preschool children about the love of God. It’s perfect for Sunday School or any small group teaching context. Main Idea: God is love; no love is greater than His! Scripture: Psalm 136:1; Romans 8:37-39; John 3:16; 1 John 3:1; 1 John 4:8; Matthew 22:37-39 Target Age Group: Toddlers, age 18-24 months … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson is part of a series we’re calling, “Hello, My Name Is… A Series on the Names of God.” You can find the latest when you follow Tara’s author archive. We’ll add links to the whole Bible study once it’s complete. Lesson Eight: Lord of Hosts, King, King of Kings Main Idea: God the King is in charge of everything … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Download and print our 100% free activities for the 4th of July in Sunday School. God has blessed America! Let’s teach kids to respect their freedom and give thanks to God on the 4th of July. The Fourth of July is a major holiday in the United States. It’s officially called Independence Day and is a celebration about our freedom as a nation. The Fourth … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is part of a new series we’re calling, “Hello, My Name Is… A Series on the Names of God.” Look for the next installments to come throughout February. You can find the latest when you follow Tara’s author archive. We’ll add links to the whole Bible study once it’s complete. Lesson Five: Abba/Father Main Idea: God is a loving … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is part of a new series we’re calling, “Hello, My Name Is… A Series on the Names of God.” Look for the next installments to come throughout February. You can find the latest when you follow Tara’s author archive. We’ll add links to the whole Bible study once it’s complete. Lesson Three: Yahweh/I AM Main Idea: God’s eternal, special … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is part of a new series we’re calling, “Hello, My Name Is… A Series on the Names of God.” Look for the next installments to come throughout February. You can find the latest when you follow Tara’s author archive. We’ll add links to the whole Bible study once it’s complete. Lesson Two: Elohim/The Word Main Idea: God is the … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is part 1 of 16 in our study of the Names of God for kids called, “Hello, My Name Is… A Series on the Names of God.” Use the links below to navigate through this curriculum. You are here — What’s in a Name? “Elohim / The Word” “Yahweh / I AM” “Adonai” “Abba / Father” “Consuming Fire / … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Throughout the Bible, we are given images of God as the “good shepherd…” and there are great reasons for this. Perhaps the simplest and yet most significant explanation behind this metaphor might be the fact that sheep are actually pretty dumb, and can’t get along without a guide. When it comes down to it, so are we. God created us … More Children’s Ministry Resources
The birth of Christ is a remarkable event, critical to our faith. But sometimes we can grow almost immune to the miraculous details, especially if we have heard them a number of times. Thinking about the characters of Advent in real life specifics can lend new insight into the beauty of the Nativity. Here, we see the events of the … More Children’s Ministry Resources