Children’s ministry is the ultimate thrill ride. As a children’s minister, I live in a constant bubble of excitement. What’s not to love about an office filled with colorful props, helium tanks and tons of cardboard? However, I would be wrong not to confess that sometimes I get discouraged. (I know, the shame of it all, right?) Once I go … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free Bible lesson is based on Luke 24:36b-48 when Jesus suddenly appears before the disciples after his resurrection. 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 of Easter, Gospel Reading – Luke 24:36b-48.Opening Activity … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free Bible lesson is based on Mark 9:2-9 when Jesus is transfigured before Peter, James, and John. 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 – Transfiguration Sunday, Gospel Reading – Mark 9:2-9. Opening Activity – … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free Bible lesson is based on Mark 1:14-20 when Jesus begins to call His disciples. 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 after the Epiphany, Gospel Reading – Mark 1:14-20. Opening Activity … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is the final lesson in a nine part study for children on the parables of Jesus. For related ideas, search our website for “Parables of Jesus.” Lesson Nine: The Stories of Lost Things Found Main idea: God rejoices when lost sinners come to him, and we should too. As citizens of the Kingdom of Heaven, we search for lost … More Children’s Ministry Resources
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
This lesson is the five in a nine part study for children on the parables of Jesus. For related ideas, search our website for “Parables of Jesus.” Lesson Five: The Story of the Unforgiving Servant Main idea: As citizens of the Kingdom of Heaven, we forgive others their debt against us since Jesus forgave our debt against him.Teacher preparation: Read … More Children’s Ministry Resources
It is no secret that I love classic games! For teaching they work well because classic game brands, like Twister are recognizable and most of the class is familiar with game play rules. I recently found an old Twister game at the local thrift store and was able to put the Twister game mat to use as an object lesson. … More Children’s Ministry Resources
November. A month of being thankful. We in America take this time of the year to think about our blessings and are thankful for what we have and the people we have around us. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 tells us to, “Rejoice always; pray without ceasing; in everything give thanks; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” “in … More Children’s Ministry Resources
The following lesson is from a series in Proverbs created for older students. The students will discover that when making decisions, choosing God’s way leads us on the path of wisdom. We need God for everything including His wisdom and power to make wise choices. Bible Passage: Proverbs 16:25, Matthew 7:13-14, Bible Story Title: Proverbs-Wisdom is choosing God’s way Target … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free Bible lesson is based on Matthew 22:15-22 on paying the imperial tax to Caesar. 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 – 19th Sunday After Pentecost, Gospel Reading – Matthew 22:15-22. Lesson Opening Activity No Right Answer? … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is a continuation of lessons from Proverbs. This lesson focuses on the tongue and the power of our words to bring life and death. Students will discover that we need God to use our tongues wisely. Bible Passage: (Selected Scriptures)Bible Story Title: Proverbs-The Power of WordsTarget Age Group: Ages 5-11 (K-5th Grade U.S.A.)Target Time Frame: 60 MinutesOriginal Teaching Context: Sunday School … More Children’s Ministry Resources
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
This lesson is the first in a nine part study for children on the parables of Jesus. For related ideas, search our website for “Parables of Jesus.” Lesson One: Why Jesus Told Parables Main idea: Parables are stories Jesus told to teach us important lessons about the Kingdom of Heaven. Teacher preparation: Read Scripture references, Proverbs 28:13-14, Isaiah 6:9-10, Mark 4:10-12 … More Children’s Ministry Resources
The following lesson was prepared for a small group of students. The actual lesson is written out to include all the main points of the Book of Esther. The students who attended when this lesson was taught were ages 5-8. It was adapted and modified to their attention span and they stayed engaged and participated throughout the lesson. An option … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Two very important things happen in this passage. First of all, we see Jesus traveling to other cities preaching the good news. Jesus is setting the example of what true discipleship should be. He is going to the people and telling them the good news. Later, whenever he called Simon, Andrew, James and John, they follow his example and simply … More Children’s Ministry Resources
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
Learn the names of the twelve disciples and a few interesting facts about them in this coloring activity. Click here to download This is part of a series called Bible Puzzle with a variety of different puzzles. Besides pencils, some need Bibles, crayons, and/or scissors and glue. Some are easier or harder than others. Jesus’ disciples were twelve men he … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free Bible lesson is part 9 of 10 in our Lord’s Prayer study. Click here to browse all the lessons and related ideas. Don’t miss our printable Lord’s Prayer coloring book, use it as an additional activity while teaching this unit. Main idea: God gives us the strength and ability to run away from temptation. He saves us from Satan’s evil plans. … More Children’s Ministry Resources
What if I lived during “Bible times”? Would I be included in the Bible? What would have been written about my life? These questions meld in my head as I reflect on my life, my actions, and my decisions. There are extraordinary people whose lives have been documented for all time in the greatest book of all time. We can … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free Bible lesson is part 2 of 10 in our Lord’s Prayer study. The focus is on Jesus’ introduction to this model prayer in the preceding verses. His directions help us better understand what attitudes matter most to God when we pray. Click here to browse all the lessons in this 10 part teaching unit. Your children may also enjoy … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson plan was written for older children and teaches the importance of honoring God’s Word. Please modify this material to best fit the needs of your Sunday school class. We’d love to hear insights from other teachers, leave a comment below to share ideas with other readers. Lesson Title: Josiah Finds the Law of the Lord Bible Reference: 2 … More Children’s Ministry Resources
The following lesson is the second from the Book of Joshua. In this lesson students discover that God hears the prayers of His people and saves them. This lesson was created for older elementary students. Bible Passage: Joshua 10:1-15 Bible Story Title: God answers Joshua’s Prayers Target Age Group: Ages 9-11 (3rd-5th Grade U.S.A.) Target Time Frame: 60 Minutes Original Teaching Context: Sunday School Credits: Image … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is the second lesson in a series from the Book of Nehemiah. The students discover from reading about Nehemiah repairing Jerusalem’s walls that every believer has work to do. The lesson was prepared for older students, but can easily be modified for any ministry context. We welcome your suggestions and ideas in the comment box below. Bible Passage: Nehemiah … More Children’s Ministry Resources