This message uses the “post-Christmas blues” let-down as an example of how we sometimes wait for things and wind up disheartened. However, we know that waiting for God is always worth it, because He keeps His promises. The Gospel lesson that ties in is the story of Anna and Simeon in the temple. They waited for Jesus, and saw that … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use this children’s Bible lesson to teach from Matthew 25:14-30, where Jesus tells the Parable of the Talents. You can download our teaching notes below which include crafts, game ideas, and lesson plan. “Blessings with a Purpose”Children’s Bible Study on the Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14-30) This story reminds me of decorative throw pillows and “mint in the box” … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use these hands-on learning activities when teaching from Matthew 25:14-30, where Jesus told the Parable of the Talents. Download our directions below, gather your craft supplies, and watch the example video as you prepare to teach. These simple projects are ideal for your Sunday School or Children’s Church. “Don’t Bury Blessings… Use them for God Bible Craft Ideas on Matthew 25:14-30, … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free object lesson based children’s message is from Matthew 25:14-30, where Jesus teaches the Parable of the Talents. Download our message notes below, gather your supplies, and watch our teaching example as you prepare. This lesson is perfect for children’s church, Sunday School, or anytime you need a short kids sermon. “Use Your Gifts!” Children’s Sermon on Matthew 25:14-30, the … More Children’s Ministry Resources
For a lot of people, transitioning seasons are marked by holidays, wardrobe changes, and new flavors at Starbucks. Fall might mean a chill in the air, brilliant leaf colors, and pumpkin spice in everything from cereal to pickles. Autumn is of course a lot more than early nightfall and candy corn, though. In fact, it’s a great season to share … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Jesus expects his followers to forgive others and he offered this parable in Matthew 18:21-35 to help us understand that means everyone. Download this Sunday School lesson below and prepare to teach. “God Wants Me to Forgive Everyone?” Sunday School Lesson on the Unforgiving Servant in Matthew 18:21-35 What is mercy? The concept can seem foreign or abstract to children, … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Jesus expects his followers to forgive others, because he first gave us mercy. Use this children’s sermon object lesson to help kids learn the parable of the Unmerciful Servant from Matthew 18:21-35. Download the printable lesson notes below, gather your teaching props, and watch our demonstration video as you prepare to share this Bible message. “A Tale of Two Erasers” … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use these Bible crafts to help children understand the meaning of forgiveness and mercy. They are perfect learning activities for any Sunday School Bible lesson about forgiving others. Download the PDF printable craft directions, watch our demonstration video, and gather your project supplies. “Have Mercy!” Bible Craft Ideas for Forgiving Others The lesson for the parable of the unmerciful servant … More Children’s Ministry Resources
In Northern Kentucky, a 75,000 square-foot museum boasts exhibits and merchandise that celebrate and emphasize the “young earth” argument that insists on a literal interpretation of creation’s seven days. The museum employs over 300 workers and receives hundreds (or even thousands) of visitors daily. It cost founder Ken Ham over $27 million to develop…however, that amount is pocket change … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Purpose: Use this children’s sermon on the Sabbath to teach kids about the importance of resting, and resting in God. Scripture: Genesis 2:2-3 Needed: a calendar or datebook Children’s Sermon Flip through your calendar and say something like, Wow, am I busy! Look at all this stuff I have to do. Do any of you ever feel busy? What are … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Purpose: Use this children’s sermon about Joshua and the battle of Jericho to teach kids about listening to God’s instructions. Scripture: Joshua 5:13-6:27 Needed: optional tower of blocks or cushions Children’s Sermon Summarize Joshua 5:13-6:27 with the following story and actions. Say, today, we’re going to pretend to be the Israelites. After God used Moses to free the Israelites from … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Purpose: Use this children’s sermon about the fourth of the Ten Commandments to teach kids why it’s important to keep the Sabbath. Scripture: Exodus 20:8-11 Needed: six objects that are the same and one that is different, such as six plain pencils and one with a colorful pattern Children’s Sermon Show students your seven objects and ask, Which of these … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use this children’s Sunday School lesson to reveal the glory of Christ to your students. Needed: Bibles, a blackboard, whiteboard, or large piece of paper to write on, drawing paper, crayons or colored pencils Intro Game: Taking Our Place Divide students into two teams for a game of Freeze Tag. Choose one team to be It, chasing the other team. … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use this children’s Sunday School lesson to teach kids about working together as a church and as Christians. Needed: Bibles, bowls of dry cereal or other food, empty bowls whiteboard or chalkboard, drawing paper, crayons or colored pencils Intro Activity: Acting It Out Divide students into groups of three or four. Have each group decide on and act out a … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use this children’s Sunday School lesson to teach kids about how Jesus fulfills prophecy from the Old Testament. Needed: Bibles, slips of paper with prophetic statements about Jesus written on them, close-up images of common objects, drawing paper, crayons or colored pencils Intro Game #1: Fulfilling Prophecy Print or write out prophecy clues about Jesus, along with their Scripture reference, … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use this children’s Sunday School lesson to teach kids about the resurrection of Christ and our resurrection when He comes again. Needed: Bibles, balloons, a box, three signs saying “Sorry. He’s Not Here!”, cupcakes for each student with re-lighting candles in them Intro Game: Don’t Let it Fall! Gather students in a circle. As you toss a balloon up into … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use this children’s Sunday School lesson to teach kids to forgive others. Needed: Bibles, Bible trivia questions, Forgiveness vs. Judgment cards Intro Game: Forgiven Much In this game show, you’ll divide your students into two teams. The first student from each team comes forward to answer a question. You’ll read the question, and listen for both of their answers. They … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This Bible Object Lesson will teach kids that Jesus is the Way to Life. It’s based on John 14:1-14 where Jesus says, “I am Way, and the Truth, and the Life.” Download the teachers notes, watch our Children’s Message example, and gather your supplies. Then you’re ready to share this message in your church next Sunday! “The Keys to Life”Children’s … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use these crafts when teaching kids that Jesus Christ is “The Way, the Truth, and the Life.” They work with any John 14:1-14 lesson plan for Sunday School. Download the craft directions, watch our how-to instructions video, and then gather your craft supplies. Jesus is the Key to the Kingdom! Craft Ideas for Jesus, the Way and the Life Jesus … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use this children’s Sunday School lesson to teach children about the Judge Gideon and why we should always thank God for His promises. Needed: soft ball, building blocks or cushions Intro Game: The Moraboofus This is a game to help kids see why it’s silly to be afraid of certain things. You’ll give kids a series of tasks that they … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use this Judges children’s Sunday School lesson to tell kids the story of Gideon and God’s power. Needed: a die for each child, a spray bottle with water, a napkin or paper towel Intro Game: What are the Odds? Make a grid on the floor with six rows across and as many columns as you have students. Have the students … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use this children’s Sunday School lesson about David to teach children about how God judges us for who we are on the inside. Needed: Bibles, gift bags or wrapped boxes with dirt in them and one plain bag or box with a snack or prize to share Intro Game: Looks Can Be Deceiving part 1 Set out a series of … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use this children’s Sunday School lesson about Elijah to teach kids who the real God is. Needed: Bibles Intro Game: Thumb Wrestling Tournament Have students find a partner. When you say, Go!, each pair of students thumb wrestle. The winners of each match pair up with another winner. The losers pair up with another loser. If someone loses twice, they’re … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use this fiery furnace children’s Sunday School lesson to teach children about the need to be brave and do the right thing. Needed: Bibles, soft balls or paper wads, a world map, drawing paper and crayons or colored pencils Intro Game: Angels’ Protection Dodge Ball Divide your play area in half and divide the students into two teams. Give each … More Children’s Ministry Resources