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Thanksgiving Children's Sermon (1 Thess 5:16-19) Object Lesson

Thankfulness object lesson for thanksgiving children's sermon

Download this Thankfulness object lesson to remind kids to have gratitude the whole Thanksgiving month of November. Then watch our the children’s sermon demonstration video below to prepare to share this message with kids in your church or Sunday School. “Thankful November” Children’s Sermon on 1 Thessalonians 5:16-19 Object Lesson Message: A Month of Thanksgiving – The Importance of Gratitude and … More Children’s Ministry Resources

10 Storytelling Ideas for Kids Church Lessons

There is a big difference between giving a lesson plan and telling an God’s amazing story. This guest post from David Rausch (creator of an awesome children’s church lessons called GO! Curriculum). He shares simple tips to make your Bible teaching more interactive. 10 interactive storytelling ideas for ELEMENTARY kids If you want to make your KidMin lessons more interactive … More Children’s Ministry Resources

2 Active Christmas Party Games

Well it’s time to prepare for all those holiday visitors in your children’s ministry. Besides stocking up on extra snacks and craft supplies, it’s a good idea to have a few active Christmas party games ready too. I don’t know what it is about the month of December but kids have so much energy. Fill in the gaps of your … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Poinsettia Object Lesson (1 Samuel 16:7)

You know how much I object lessons! Seeing everything as a teaching object has become a habit. I blame it on all those children’s ministry conferences. That’s where it all started. But enough about me, let’s get to today’s object lesson! Since it’s Christmas, I thought it would be fun to select a familiar holiday object like a red poinsettia … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Bible Lesson: A Giving Christmas Party

Want to throw a Christmas Party that matters? In this event-filled lesson, “A Giving Christmas Party,” children will participate in a mission project, craft, and game that all encompass giving. They will learn that God’s gift of eternal life through Jesus (Romans 6:23) is why Christmas should be about giving. TARGET AGES: 10-14 OBJECTIVE: To provide opportunities for children to … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Lesson: Why Did Jesus Come to Earth? (Luke 3:7-18)

Today’s lesson attempts to answer the question, “Why did God send Jesus?” in a way that preschoolers can understand. Throughout the Christmas season we do a good job of teaching how Jesus come but that isn’t nearly as important as why He came. In Luke 3:7-18 Luke warns the people that Jesus is coming and that they should get ready. … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Lesson: The REAL Grinch Who Tried to Steal Christmas (Trials & Trusting God)

OBJECTIVE: There were trials surrounding Jesus’ birth that Satan tried to use to ruin the first Christmas, so we too need to watch out for sin that will distract us from the message of Jesus’ birth. MAIN IDEA: Satan tried using trials to deter the birth of Christ and now he works to distract us from the real reason we … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Christmas Songs for Kids Game Activity

Need to fill in some blank spaces in your children’s ministry lineup? Then we have a Christmas activity games for you. These games will keep kids moving and keep kids focused on Christmas. This game is perfect for children of all ages even preschoolers love it—even if they don’t get all the motions correct. I like to play an instrumental … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Lesson: Christmas Presents and Jesus (Romans 6:23)

Why do we give and receive gifts at Christmas? How can we glorify God through Christmas presents? In this lesson, “Christmas Presents and Jesus,” children will learn that it’s more important to give than to receive because God gave us the best gift of all: Jesus! Children will also identify spiritual gifts that can be given in exchange or alongside physical … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Lesson: Christmas Trees and Jesus

Why do we decorate Christmas trees to celebrate Jesus’ birth? And where did they come from and what do they represent? In “Christmas Trees and Jesus,” children will learn the history of the Christmas tree and why we use them as part of our Christmas celebrations. Because Christmas is all about Jesus, decorating a tree presents the opportunity to extend … More Children’s Ministry Resources

I Know the Plans I Have For You Object Lesson – Jeremiah 29:11

God has a great big, wonderful plan for each child in your ministry and you too, of course! Why not teach them while they are young that each life has a special purpose designed by God. Teach kids this object lesson and you might spark a whole new way of thinking about life. It’s humbling and reassuring to know that … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Lesson: Power Comes From Where? God’s love and Christ’s light (John 1:5)

Main Point: God is our strength and guiding light; our power comes through faith and we can share this power with others. Materials: Flashlight(s), lantern, glow-in-the-dark stars, Bibles Anyone who has encountered a power outage can understand and appreciate our modern dependence on electricity. When a falling tree limb or storm cuts power lines and homes plunge into darkness, we … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Blacklight Bible Object Lesson-Do You See Any Sin?

Until recently, black lights in my ministry were only used a few times year, mostly when the youth were doing their annual rendition of “Arise My Love” for Easter, complete with white gloves. The other day, I was looking for an item I could use to help kids understand the concept of “hidden sins.” The verse Proverbs 28:13 that says, … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Sparklers or Candles: New Year's Object Lesson (Matthew 5:14)

Looking for something interesting to teach the kids in your children’s ministry this New Year’s? I’ve got an idea that uses some real eye-catchers, a sparkler and a candle! (I’m not recommending that you hand sparklers out to kids, just using one for a teaching tool.) Show children the difference between a sparkler and a candle and use the comparison … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Hope from Hanukkah… Ideas for incorporating and integrating Christmas Holidays

During Advent, it is easy to grow busy and caught up in the excitement of the Christmas season and celebration of Christ’s birth. In this day and age, though, there seems to emerge a great deal of “tip-toe” behavior. People in public often avoid explicitly saying “Merry Christmas” and opt for the more generic and “safe” greeting of “Happy Holidays.” … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Christmas Bow Party Games for Kids

Christmas bows make great party tools, especially if you have an abundance in a variety of colors. For these fast-paced games, you will need a couple of big bags of unused bows. From balancing games to straight up Christmas races, these party games will keep the fun going during game time or free time. Inexpensive an colorful, Christmas bows really … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Retaining Visitors Who Attend Your Children's Ministry Christmas Event

From the small church program to the larger spectacles like a Christmas pageant, chances are you will attract a lot of attention during the holidays, as evidenced by the increase in attendance. It’s nice to see the pews full and the seats taken, isn’t it? Did you know that Christmas attendance doesn’t have to be a fluke? You really can … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Breaking the Law Object Lesson from 1 John 3:4-5

Try this fun way to teach kids about what breaking God’s law means! I do love an object lesson and with so many inexpensive sheriff or police officer costumes available right now, why not? Base the object lesson on 1 John 3:4-5. “Everyone who sins breaks the law in fact, sin is lawlessness. But you know that he appeared so that … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Mismatched Missions: Bible Object Lesson about Spiritual Gifts

Object Lesson about Mismatched Missions Gifts

This simple illustration will demonstrate how we all work together for the common goal of serving God. We may approach tasks in different ways and each of us is unique, but we are all God’s people and our aim is to help others know Him while we worship as well. Wear a pair of mismatched gloves, socks, or shoes…just so … More Children’s Ministry Resources

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

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

I AM the Good Shepherd (John 10:11-16) Lesson

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

Story Bibles for Children: Quick Lesson Plan or Object Lesson Talk

Today, I was a last minute substitute for our 4th-5th grade Sunday School class. We expected class size to be down this weekend, so I decided for a non-traditional lesson plan. I gathered up all the different story Bibles from around my office and placed them out in front of the class. In case you didn’t know, I love story … More Children’s Ministry Resources

"Peanut Butter Cup" Bible Object Lessons

Lots of people love Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups! This candy is so popular that it shows up in new incarnations every holiday as the Reese’s Peanut Butter Egg or the Christmas Tree. If you break out peanut butter cups in kids church, I can promise you, you will grab their attention. It’s a good idea to bring some mini cups … More Children’s Ministry Resources

3 Creative Easter Object Lessons

Try something new this Easter – these creative object lessons are sure to leave an impression about the good news for weeks to come. #1 M&M Object Lesson “The Sweet Truth of Easter” #2 Washed Clean – Easter Object Lesson #3 Erase Sin (Messy) Object Lesson for Easter Bonus Children’s Sermons for Easter Don’t miss our Easter children’s message (with … More Children’s Ministry Resources