Get creative – and – keep the congregation’s full attention. This can’t fail approach requires zero preparation and gets kids involved since they bring the object each week. I’m not certain who first coined the idea of “Sermons in a Sack,” but if you need a break from the usual children’s sermons, this is a good alternative for summer. These … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Be ready this year – use our ideas below to challenge and encourage dads this father’s day in your church. Don’t miss our free lessons, crafts, games, and coloring pages for Father’s Day. Use this page to plan your Sunday School or Children’s Church lesson for Father’s Day. Here are all most popular free ideas for father’s day at your church. Worship … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This Kids Bible lesson shows how the reign of David & Solomon relate to the promises that God made to Abraham. It includes the building of the temple. This is one of many children’s church lessons based on The Big Picture Story Bible. You can modify these lessons for Sunday school or children’s church. I’m posting these lessons as a … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This Children’s Bible lesson continues the story of God’s people as they escape from Egypt and enter the promised land. It includes Joshua and the conquest of Jericho, but then continues through the period of Judges until the beginning of David’s reign. So, in overview fashion it covers several familiar Old Testament stories, including David and Goliath. Wow – big … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This Children’s Bible lesson continues the story of the Exodus, starting with the Passover and leading through the 40 years in the wilderness. It continues a children’s church curriculum based on &utm_medium=blogpartners”>The Big Picture Story Bible. You can modify these lessons for Sunday school or children’s church. This kid’s Bible lesson is offered as a guide for your own teaching. … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Jesus Christ is ready to forgive everyone – both sinners (bad people) and self-righteous (good people). God is Father to all. This lesson shows children that God’s love has no limits and they are always welcome to come back to HIM. Use our free PDF Bible lessons on the Parable of the Prodigal son to teach kids this important lesson … More Children’s Ministry Resources
The following children’s Bible lesson about Joseph will teach kids the basic outline of Genesis 21 – 50. It continues a children’s church curriculum based on The Big Picture Story Bible. These children’s church lessons can easily be modified to serve as children’s Sunday School lessons. Download this lesson plan as a Microsoft Word document from this link – God’s … More Children’s Ministry Resources
The following children’s Bible lesson on God’s promise to Abraham will help children to understand more about God’s plan to restore mankind. It continues a children’s church curriculum based on The Big Picture Story Bible. These children’s church lessons can easily be modified to serve as children’s Sunday School lessons.Download this lesson plan as a Microsoft Word document from this … More Children’s Ministry Resources
The following children’s Bible lesson on life outside the garden will help children to understand more about the consequences of sin. It continues a children’s church curriculum based on &utm_medium=blogpartners”>The Big Picture Story Bible. These children’s church lessons can easily be modified to serve as children’s Sunday School lessons. These kid’s Bible lesson are offered as guides for your own … More Children’s Ministry Resources
You’ve worked hard on your Kids Church lesson, but you still need to find one more fun activity to round out the hour. If you have served in children’s ministry for long, then you know that down time is the enemy. One great strategy is to always have additional learning activities or games. Also check out our listing of free … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Children’s Church Lesson: Jesus Cleans The Temple Text: John 2:13-22 Learning Objectives: After this lesson, children will demonstrate knowledge of the Christology of this passage … by stating in their own words three things this story teaches about Jesus. 1. Jesus did not want people “selling God.” 2. Jesus had authority as God’s son to cleanse the temple. 3. Jesus … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This Children’s Church lesson teaches about the Temptation of Jesus from Matthew 4:1-11. The download below includes the complete teaching notes, worksheets, coloring pages, and craft ideas. It’s everything you need to teach kids about the Temptation of Jesus in your Children’s Ministry. Children’s Church Lesson: Jesus Battles The Devil Matthew 4:1-11 Learning Objectives: After this lesson, children will demonstrate … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use this simple lesson to teach Matthew 3:1-12 to your children’s church. We’ve included a creative object lesson to help communicate the role of John in pointing people to Christ. Children’s Church Lesson: John the Baptist Prepares the Way for Jesus Text: Matthew 3:1-12 Learning Objectives: After this lesson, children will demonstrate understanding of the ministry of John the Baptist … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Explanation: This passage has a strong Gospel implication for children. Jesus was fully human and fully God. In his character we see the model and standard for righteousness in children. However, all children have sinned and not followed after Christ in these ways. Through the Gospel his perfect righteousness can become their own. Children’s Church Lesson: Jesus at Age 12Text: … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Mary was not the only one visited by angels in advance of Jesus’ birth. In this story, God sends an angel to prepare Joseph for his very special role in the Christmas story. Ultimately, Joseph accepts Jesus as his son. This lesson was first used in a broadly graded children’s church program. It could easily be adapted as a Christmas … More Children’s Ministry Resources
The free lesson plan is about the God’s promises to Mary concerning the birth of Jesus. This story says some very important things about who Jesus will be. It also has a strong focus on the power of God. A key quote from this passage is “Nothing will be impossible for God.” This lesson was first prepared with a broadly … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Try these creative ides to add a hands-on craft activity to your next Sunday School class. Browse our featured ideas below or use our search feature to look for a specific Bible story or lesson theme. Like all our resources, these crafts are 100% and easy to print. Easy Bible Crafts for Kids Sunday School Are you looking for a … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Here is another free lesson plan for children’s church (or Sunday school). It’s based on the Bible story from Matthew 8:1-7 where Jesus heals the sick. Children’s Church Bible Lesson: Jesus Heals The Sick from Matthew 8:1-17 You can also download my other Bible Story Lesson Plans for Children Church Children’s Church Lesson: Jesus Is Greater Than Sickness Text: Matthew … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Are you looking for a craft idea for your Sunday school lesson? Do you need just the right idea to supplement your Bible lesson? Check out these popular websites that provide Sunday school craft projects. Some are free, and some require a membership. Do you know of another website that features Sunday school crafts? If so, let me know in … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson plan covers the events surround the birth of John. There is a special emphasis on the promise of God and the mission He would give to John. This lesson was first written for children’s church, but it can easily be adapted to other ministry settings. Hundreds of readers have already used it in their Sunday School class as … More Children’s Ministry Resources
You’ve been asked to teach children’s church this Sunday – without curriculum. Here is the 9 step process I use every week to write lessons for children’s church. If this article is helpful please leave a comment to let me know. This article is a work in progress and I would love to hear your ideas. Need More Help? Check … More Children’s Ministry Resources