Sunday School Lesson: Samson-God's judge chosen before birth (Judges 13-16)

The following Bible lesson from the life of Samson was created to teach older students. Students will discover that believers are chosen by God and set apart for His work. Bible Passage: Judges 13-16 Bible Story Title: Samson-God’s judge chosen before birth Target Age Group:  Ages 10-12 (5-6th Grade U.S.A.) Target Time Frame: 60 Minutes Original Teaching Context: Sunday School Supply List:  Bibles Learning … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Dear Leader…. When You Just Want to Quit

So you’re teaching a class and things just aren’t going well. The kids are running around the room playing tag, someone is crying at the door for their mom, your assistant is out sick, and the snack just spilled all over the floor. You feel like quitting, right? One question: Is this a normal day in your classroom? If it … More Children’s Ministry Resources

"Who Are You?" Sunday School Lesson on John 1:6-8, 19-28

This free Bible lesson is based on John 1:6-8, 19-28 where John the Baptist is questioned about his identity and purpose.  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 – 3rd Sunday in Advent, Gospel Reading – John 1:6-8, … More Children’s Ministry Resources

"Do as He Says" Sunday School Lesson from Matthew 23:1-12

This free Bible lesson is based on Matthew 23:1-12 where Jesus teaches about hypocrisy.  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 A – 21s Sunday After Pentecost, Gospel Reading – Matthew 23:1-12. Opening Activity – Do as He Says – Not as I … More Children’s Ministry Resources

“All About Love” Sunday School Lesson from Matthew 22:34-46

Jesus Teaching all about love

This free Bible lesson is based on Matthew 22:34-46 where Jesus teaches about “The Greatest Commandment.”  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 A – 20th Sunday After Pentecost, Gospel Reading – Matthew 22:34-46. Opening Activity – All About Love … More Children’s Ministry Resources

You’re Invited- Sunday School Lesson from Matthew 22:1-14

This free Bible lesson is based on Matthew 22:1-14 where Jesus tells the parable of the ‘Wedding Banquet”.  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 A – 18th Sunday After Pentecost, Gospel Reading – Matthew 22:1-14 Opening Activity – You’re … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Story Time with Jesus: Lesson Three

This lesson is the third in a nine part study for children on the parables of Jesus. For related ideas, search our website for “Parables of Jesus.” Lesson Three: The Stories of the Kingdom Main idea: Since we are Christians, we represent the Kingdom of Heaven and carry the Kingdom of Heaven everywhere we go. We live like citizens of the … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Bible Lesson: Proverbs-Two Paths: Pride & Humility

This lesson is another in a series from Proverbs that our entire church is doing.  The lesson was prepared for a small group of students ranging from age 5-10.  This lesson focuses on how the path of pride leads to destruction and the path of humility leads to wisdom. Bible Passage: Proverbs 11:2, 16:18, 29:23, Daniel 4 Bible Story Title: Proverbs-Two Paths: … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Bible Lesson: Proverbs-Wisdom is applying God’s Truth

The following lesson was used with a small group of students ranging from 1st Grade to 4th.  The lesson coincided with the sermon series taught from Proverbs at our church. The wisdom of this Bible book is much needed by children today. Bible Passage: Proverbs 1:1-5; 2 Chronicles 1:7-12 Bible Story Title: Proverbs-Wisdom is applying God’s Truth Target Age Group:  Ages 5-11 (K-5th Grade … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Bible Lesson: Jesus Fills Us Up

A person without Christ is like a man walking through the desert.  Completely dry and in need of water.  Christ is the living water of our lives.  He sustains us and fills us up.  Just as the body cannot live without water the soul cannot live without Jesus.   This lesson uses the contrast of a dry and wet sponge to … More Children’s Ministry Resources

I AM the Way, the Truth, the Life (John 14:6) Lesson

Jesus is the Way

Lesson Seven: The Way, the Truth, and The Life Main idea: Jesus is comfort and certainty in an uncertain world. Series: This study is part of a  8- part series on the I AM statements of Jesus. Follow that link to find the other lesson plans. Teacher preparation: Read Scripture references. Gather: Bible; dry erase markers or chart paper and markers; … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Bible Lesson: Resurrected Jesus Appears to Many

This lesson was adapted for a small group of children ranging from 6-10 years old.  The lesson introduces students how to read and discover what is in each verse as we go through the selected verses from John 20 as a class.  The students will discover that our sins can be forgiven because Jesus is alive! Bible Passage: Selected passages (John … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Object Lessons About Evangelism

Evangelism isn’t just for grownups—it is for kids too!  Our big God wants to use each person’s experiences to turn others hearts to Jesus. As teachers and pastors, we have a mandate to tap into a child’s boldness and desire to share the good news with his friends and family. That means that you and I must teach evangelism regularly … More Children’s Ministry Resources

I AM the Light of the World (John 8:12) Lesson

Lesson Three: The Light of the World Main idea: Jesus is the light that shows us the way out of our dark sin.Series: This study is part of a  8- part series on the I AM statements of Jesus. Follow that link to find the other lesson plans.Teacher preparation: Scripture references: Game: Red Light, Green Light.The person who is “it” … More Children’s Ministry Resources

I AM the Bread of Life (John 6:35) Lesson

Lesson Two: The Bread of Life. Main idea: Jesus fills up our physical and spiritual needs. Series: This study is part of a  8- part series on the I AM statements of Jesus. Follow that link to find the other lesson plans.  Teacher preparation: Read Scripture references, John 6:1-59, Proverbs 30:8, and Exodus 16:1-18 Gather: Bible, dry erase markers or … More Children’s Ministry Resources