The following lesson was prepared for a small group of students. Ā The actual lesson is written out to include all the main points of the Book of Esther. Ā The students who attended when this lesson was taught were ages 5-8. Ā It was adapted and modified to their attention span and they stayed engaged and participated throughout the lesson. Ā An option … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Lesson Eight: The True Vine Main idea:Ā Jesus helps us to grow when we stay connected to him. Series: This study is part of aĀ 8- part series on the I AM statements of Jesus. Follow that link to find the other lesson plans. Teacher preparation: Read Scripture references, Isaiah 5:1-7, Psalm 80:7-19, and Hebrews 12:7-12. Gather: Bible; dry erase markers … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Lesson Seven: The Way, the Truth, and The Life Main idea:Ā Jesus is comfort and certainty in an uncertain world. Series: This study is part of aĀ 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
Lesson Six: The Resurrection and the Life Main idea:Ā Jesus has power over life and death. Series: This study is part of aĀ 8- part series on the I AM statements of Jesus. Follow that link to find the other lesson plans. Teacher preparation: Read Scripture references, Romans 5:12-21, 1 Corinthians 15 Gather: Bible; dry erase markers or chart paper and … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Lesson Five: The Good Shepherd Main idea: Jesus is the good shepherd who sacrificed his life for our lives. 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, Ezekiel 34:1-24 Gather: Bible; dry erase markers or chart paper and markers; white … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Lesson Four: The Gate for the Sheep Main idea:Ā Jesus is the only entrance to salvation. Series: This study is part of aĀ 8- part series on the I AM statements of Jesus. Follow that link to find the other lesson plans. Teacher preparation: Read Scripture references, Psalm 23 Gather: Bible; dry erase markers or chart paper and markers; hula hoops, … More Children’s Ministry Resources
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 āitā … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Lesson Two: The Bread of Life. Main idea: Jesus fills up our physical and spiritual needs. Series: This study is part of aĀ 8- part series on the I AM statements of Jesus. Follow that link to find the other lesson plans. Ā 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
This lesson begins a series on the “I AM” statement of Jesus. Children will learn from Exodus 3:1-17 and John 8:54-59 how Jesus identified himself as the same all-powerful God who acted throughout the Old Testament. Throughout this study, kids will learn about the character of Christ and how they can follow him through faith. Series Index – The 7 … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson was adapted for older students about Naaman and Elisha. Ā The students discover that only faith in the Lord Jesus cleanses a person from the consequences of sin (death). This is only a guide, please adapt to the needs of your class. Bible Passage: Ā 2 Kings 5:1-9 Bible Story Title: Ā Elisha and NaamanĀ Target Age Group:Ā Ages 9-11 (3rd-5th … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson concludes a study in the Book of Judges. Ā As students examine Samson’s life they will discover that sin hinders God’s power in the life of a believer. Ā Confession of sin cleanses a believer’s life and enables the Holy Spirit’s power to be seen. The lesson was prepared for older elementary students and is only a guide. Ā Please adapt … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Who knew a free iPhone app could boost the attendance in my kids’ church? Thanks to some inspiration from the popular Angry Birds game, we just wrapped up a month of Not-So Angry Birds in kids’ church. Along with lessons on anger, revenge and unity, we had plenty of fun along the way too. Before the month was over, we … More Children’s Ministry Resources
A birthday party for Jesus reminds young children of the true meaning of Christmas. Here is a game as well as cupcake toppers and wrappers. First Christmas Game Print oneĀ game boardĀ per child on cardstock or heavy paper. Print oneĀ sheet of small cardsĀ for each two children on cardstock or heavy paper, and cut the cards apart. Shuffle the small cards and … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Is there any benefit in learning the days of creation in order? The goal should never be enabling someone to spout off the information just so they can say they memorized it. However, we can learn some lessons from studying Godās creation activities: God has a plan and does things in an orderly fashion. Days 1 through 3 prepared for … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is the fourth page in our freeĀ Psalm One Coloring Book. This sheet illustrates the third verses of this scripture passage. “He is like a treeĀ planted by streams of waterĀ that yields its fruit in its season,Ā and its leaf does not wither.” This continues the biblical description of the blessed person. The life of the righteous is constantly nourished by God’s … More Children’s Ministry Resources
**This is a guest post from Nick Diliberto fromĀ PreteenMinistry.net In a previous post,Ā Harnessing the High Energy of Preteens, I wrote about using the high energy level of preteens (especially boys) constructively. One idea mentioned was to play a large group game at the beginning of your gathering. Below is a great example of a fun relationship building game that preteens … More Children’s Ministry Resources
A healthy bus ministry consists of more than providing transportation between church and home. Volunteers and riders will flock to buses that offer programs that meet their needs. Volunteers need to know what to expect and how they can help. Riders are counting on you to set the tone, teach them how to behave, and introduce them to Godās kingdom. … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is lesson continues our curriculum for preschoolers about knowing Jesus. Each lesson is based on a passage in the Gospel of Mark. You can read theĀ series introduction for more explanationĀ and links to the other lessons. This particular lesson is from Mark 6:33-52 where Jesus performs a series of miracles. While these are oftenĀ familiarĀ stories for adults they may be new … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This printable lesson plan is designed to teach preschool aged children about the story of Samson. It could be used in any setting with children age 2-5 at church, including a preschool Sunday School class or a preschool childrenās church class. As always, consider your own ministry context and modify it as needed. Be sure to print off the Samson … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free Childrenās Church lesson plan was first written for elementary aged students. It covers the story of the ups and downs of Samson. This material could also be used as the Bible lesson plan for childrenās Sunday school. Be sure to consider your own ministry context and modify it as needed. Look for additional teaching ideas and resources linked … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Continuing my Benefits of Hindsight series, I would like to suggest seven habits which can create highly insecure and ineffectiveĀ children’s pastors. In my years of ministry I have witnessed all of them, and I also have been guilty of a few. So, as you read the list and think about the implications,Ā imagine my voice as one of godly fear and … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This happens every Sunday morning somewhere to someone and it will most likely happen to every one of us at some point during our time serving in childrenās ministry. You have studied your lesson and planned in advance the answer to every question the children might ask.Ā You are well prepared for your lesson.Ā The curriculum states the lesson should … More Children’s Ministry Resources
In our home, we have a thing for bugs, spiders, and the like.Ā I donāt mind them and all, but my kids LOVE them.Ā Itās almost disturbing how my daughter can have seven worms climbing up her arms simultaneously. Ā She giggles as I gaspā¦. Yuck! Though you would never catch me covered with creepy crawlers, I would have to agree … More Children’s Ministry Resources
To me, they were just lights.Ā I had seen them a million times before.Ā Besides, I had potholes to dodge, detour signs to follow, and taxi drivers cruising along faster than I would like.Ā To our kids, the city lights created quite the stir.Ā Spontaneous applause erupted from the car seat gallery, shrieks of disbelief, and a conflict of estimates.Ā … More Children’s Ministry Resources