If you’re looking for a last minute supplement to your Easter Bible Lesson, this page is a great place to look. Here are some of the most popular free resources from our website, plus a few more from other sites that we recommend. Easter Poem for Children Using M&M’s (free Printable) God’s Story “Easter” Video Clip 3 Egg Object Lesson … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson is Part 1 in the study of King Josiah. It continues the study of Israel’s kings. King Josiah is the last southern king who does what pleases the Lord. His successors are wicked and are taken captive by Babylon. The captivity of Judah follows on the heals of the Assyrians taking the Northern Kingdom captive (2 Kings 17:7-41). … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Let’s make sure God’s Word has the final say about the true meaning of love. Here are our top 10 Bible Verses for Valentine’s Day. Children’s Bible Verses for Valentine’s Day John 3:16 For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. Download … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This Bible lesson plan about freedom in Christ follows our new hassle-free format. The basic version makes it easy to teach with very little preparation or outside materials. We’ve also suggested more activities so you can expand the lesson to best fit your ministry setting. Lesson Title: The Tower of Babel Bible Reference: Genesis 11:1-9 Printer Friendly: [print_link] this lesson. … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is a continuation of the study of Israel’s Kings. In part 2 of the life of King Hezekiah this lesson focuses on King Hezekiah’s invitation to all (both Northern and Southern Kingdoms) Israel to come to Jerusalem and celebrate Passover. Students will be learning about the meaning of Passover and how it was pointing God’s people to the Lamb … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is a continuation of the study of Israel’s Kings. This lesson is part one in the life of King Hezekiah. In 2 Chronicles 29 Hezekiah commands the priests and Levites to consecrate themselves and the temple. Students will learn about the ministry of the priests and Levites in the Old Testament and how believers are called to be royal … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Picture children running from all directions to climb aboard the church bus. No dragging kids to come to church, no begging or bribing. Real excitement that affects families, even neighborhoods. It can happen—it does happen in the bus ministry! If this doesn’t sound like your bus ministry, you can change that. Start here. 1. Reset the Standard The standard for … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson examines the life of Uzziah in a continuation of the study of Israel’s Kings. Uzziah is a successful, powerful king when he seeks the Lord. Unfortunately he allowed the power to go to his head and pride led to his downfall. Students will learn that a truly successful life is one that keeps the spotlight pointing to Jesus. … More Children’s Ministry Resources
In the divided kingdom, none of the northern kings were recorded as righteous in God’s eyes. They were all wicked and led their people to sin. Ahab is usually taught when covering the study of God’s prophet Elijah. From this lesson about Ahab students discover that God’s word reveals His truth and instructs people how to live a life that … More Children’s Ministry Resources
The power of Christ inside believers is compared to “Treasures in Jars of Clay.” Use this lesson plan to teach children the important lessons from 2 Corinthians 4:1-7. The main idea for this lesson plan is drawn from 2 Corinthians 4:6: “For God, who said, ‘Let light shine out of darkness,’ has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of … More Children’s Ministry Resources
The scriptures point to the Resurrection of Jesus as the proof that all his promises will come true. Use this lesson plan to teach children the important lessons from 2 Corinthians 3:7-18. The main idea is found in 2 Corinthians 3:9: “If the old way, which brings condemnation, was glorious, how much more glorious is the new way, which makes us right with … More Children’s Ministry Resources
My oldest daughter learned this game at Youth Camp. After playing a few times with the family, I thought it would be a helpful game to talk about self-control. Watch the video below for full directions. Be sure to browse all our Fruit of the Spirit lessons and resources. This is the type of game that would be very popular in Vacation Bible … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson is about the humbling of King Nebuchadnezzar from Daniel chapter 4. The powerful king has a disturbing dream about a tree and then God teachers him humility. The students will discover that a life that pleases God requires a humble heart. The lesson was prepared for older students and can be adapted for younger students. This is only … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This Bible lesson plan about freedom in Christ follows our new hassle-free format. The basic version makes it easy to teach with very little preparation or outside materials. We’ve also suggested more activities so you can expand the lesson to best fit your ministry setting. Lesson Title: Following Jesus & Freedom from Sin Bible Reference: John 8:31-32 Target Age Group: … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This printable lesson plan is designed to teach preschool aged children the story of how David defeats Goliath. It could be used in any setting with children age 2-5 at church, including a preschool Sunday School class or a preschool children’s church class. This is a modified version of our kids David and Goliath lesson. Here is the link to … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Fifteen years ago, I nearly gave up on teaching because of a group of unruly students. I was a student teacher in a first grade classroom gone berserk. My college supervisor was observing that day and this is what she saw: complete and utter chaos. I remember that day like it was yesterday. A classroom of 74 six and seven-year olds (or so it seemed), … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free Children’s Church lesson plan was first written for elementary aged students. It covers the story of when Samuel anointed Saul to become the first king of Israel. Use this material in your children’s church. Be sure to consider your own ministry context and modify it as needed. We’ve tried to include enough activities to allow some choice in … More Children’s Ministry Resources
In a continuation of the study of Israel’s Kings, this lesson covers King Amaziah. He was not wholehearted in his obedience to God. This lesson teaches students the dangers of distractions. A life without focus will be filled with distractions that lead to a disobedient, defeated walk with God. This lesson is only a guide to help you to prepare … More Children’s Ministry Resources
It feels like a hundred years ago, but before I came on staff at Westwood I taught public school for two years. It was undoubtedly two of the hardest years of my life. I knew God had called me to ministry, but for two years that was my ministry. They were pretty intense days and I have both fond and … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This guest lesson was written by Wanda Parker, the founder of KidTrek. This free Bible lesson will help you teach the story of Jacob using drama and other learning activities. To use this lesson, please download either the printable PDF or Microsoft DOCX files below. Print Friendly PDF file Microsoft DOCX file Objective Aim: God is sovereign in the midst of … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Every week we are diligent to teach our children stories from the Bible and lessons about the character of God, but how often do we step back and put these lessons into the context of the whole Bible? As a child I was regularly taught from the Bible both at church and at home; it was not until I attended … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Have you ever made a last-minute trip to every possible store, looking desperately for sand dollars, gum drops, toothpicks, alum, swim noodles, that one book you needed for the lesson? Have you ever stayed up way too late at night to study your lesson? Have you ever had so many responsibilities on your To-Do list that you just couldn’t figure out … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is the second lesson from the reign of King Jehoshaphat. It teaches an incredible lesson that when faced with overwhelming odds, God fights for His children who cry out to Him and seek His help. This lesson will help students learn that they can be used by God in times of great difficulty. God can use them to point … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free Bible lesson for children continues the journey through Acts. Specifically, it covers Paul’s trial before Festus. Students will learn that the Holy Spirit enables believers to trust the Lord and wait patiently for God to help them through difficulties. This study is based on the 25th chapter of the book of Acts. The lesson was originally prepared for older … More Children’s Ministry Resources