Title: God’s Promise to David Scripture: 2 Samuel 7 Target Age Group: 3rd-5th grade Lesson Opening Ask: Has someone ever made a promise to you? What was the promise? Did they keep it? Say: People don’t always keep their promises, but you know who does? God! Throughout the Bible we read about many promises that God made to different people, … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Are you searching for a way to teach your children about empathy, culture, race, and prejudice? Are you feeling overwhelmed and unsure of where to begin? We can help. Deep Blue Life: Faith and Culture—Anti-Racism includes three sessions teaching about “Prejudice and Stereotypes,” “Curiosity and Empathy,” and “Colors and Cultures.” Download the free 3 lesson series from Cokesbury Kids Anti-Racism … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This Sunday School lesson was designed for parents to use with their children at home on the week of May 24, 2020. It’s based on Luke 24:44-53; Acts 1:1-11 where Jesus is taken up into heave (the Ascension) but also promised to come back in the same way. Everything is included in the PDF download below (teaching notes, coloring pages, … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Purpose: Use this children’s sermon on the Bible to teach kids why learning the Bible is so important. Scripture: none specific Needed: a backpack, textbook, or school supplies to represent going to school, a couple of large signs (or slides to project) with printed words (“read,” and “math” and math problems (“2 +2 = ?” and “5 – 2 = … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use this children’s Sunday School lesson to teach kids about helping others and the resurrection from the dead. Needed: Bibles, a pile of clothes Lesson Introduction Activity: Acting It Out Divide students into groups of two or three. Give them a few minutes to think of their skit. Then, have each group act out what they think happens when someone … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use this children’s Sunday School lesson to tell students about how Jesus went back up to Heaven and what will happen when He returns Needed: Bibles, various objects, drawing paper, crayons or colored pencils Intro Game: What’s Missing? Have students close their eyes. While their eyes are closed, take something from the room and put it outside the door where … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use this children’s Sunday School lesson to show kids how Jesus rescues us from Satan’s power. Needed: Bibles, a variety of items Intro Game: Sneaky Stealing! Place a variety of items in the center of your play area. Then, divide the kids into two teams. One team will spread out in your play area and pretend to be sleeping. With … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use this children’s Sunday School lesson to teach kids that Jesus has the power over death. Needed: Bibles Intro Game: Get Up! Have students lie down on the floor. Sitting is fine if you don’t have enough room for everyone to lie down. When you yell, “Get up!” everyone should get to their feet and jump into the air as … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use this children’s Sunday School lesson to teach kids that we can always have faith and never need to be afraid. It’s from the scripture where Jesus calms the storm. Matthew 8:23-27, Mark 4:35-41, Luke 8:22-25. And when he was entered into a ship, his disciples followed him.And, behold, there arose a great tempest in the sea, insomuch that the … More Children’s Ministry Resources
With the stay-at-home orders covering all 50 states, this summer’s VBS could be in danger. I’d love to hear what you are thinking. Leave a comment below. What’s your plan for VBS this Summer? Should churches cancel VBS for summer of 2020? From what I’m hearing, most churches will wait until the first week of May to start those discussions. … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This Sunday School lesson was designed for parents to use with their children at home on the week of March 22, 2020. Everything is included in the PDF download below (teaching notes, coloring pages, craft directions, game ideas, and worksheets). Use what is most helpful for your kids and ignore the rest. Families can also watch our children’s message, suggested … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use these crafts in your Sunday School lessons about the Woman at the Well. In John 4:5-42, Jesus meets a woman at the well and teachers her about the living water that comes from faith in God’s Son. This Bible craft is demonstrated in the video below. Simply download the printable directions and gather your supplies. Craft Ideas on the … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This Sunday School Lesson is about The Transfiguration of Jesus. The Bible references is Matthew 17:1-9. The lesson plan includes crafts, games, and detailed teaching notes. Use it in your children’s ministry this Sunday, February 23, 2020. “Shining Glory” Sunday School Lesson on the Transfiguration of Jesus Mountains, clouds, tents, bright lights…. there’s a lot to look at in the … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free printable Sunday School lesson is based on the story of the Wise Men found in Matthew 2:1-13. It’s part of our new series “Heroes of the Christmas Story” (Celebrated and Lesser-Known) that shares the Biblical story of Christmas. The download below includes craft suggestions, worksheets, coloring page, and complete teaching guide. Wise Men Bring Gifts to Jesus Sunday School … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free Sunday School lesson is based on the stories about Simeon and Anna from Luke 2:22-40. It shows the great joy that Jesus would bring to those who love God. Download the printable lesson plan below. It’s part of our new series “Heroes of the Christmas Story” (Celebrated and Lesser-Known) that shares the Biblical story of Christmas. Simeon and … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Download this free Sunday School lesson on the Birth of Jesus that focuses on Mary and Joseph. It’s part of our new series “Heroes of the Christmas Story” (Celebrated and Lesser-Known) that shares the Biblical story of Christmas. The printable lesson plan below includes coloring pages, activities, game, and craft ideas. Bible Lesson: Mary and Joseph Kids Bible Study on … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This Bible study for Children takes a different look at the story of the Wise Men in Matthew 2. It focuses on the wicked King Herod to show how Jesus was the true King. It’s part of our series Nativity Notables series. The printable lesson plan below includes the complete teaching notes, game, craft, and coloring pages. King Herod the … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use this Sunday School lesson leading up to Christmas to share the story of the Bethlehem Shepherds with the children in your church. The download below includes the complete lesson plan, game ideas, craft suggestions, and coloring pages. It’s ready to print and kick start your Advent Sunday School lesson. See more lessons in our Nativity Notables series. Advent Lesson … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Download this Sunday school lesson to help children at your church learn more about the story of Elizabeth. Download the printable lesson plan below. See more lessons in our Nativity Notables series. Advent Lesson on Elizabeth & the Birth of John the Baptist” Sunday School Lesson from Luke Chapter 1 In Nativity Noteworthies: Heroes of the Christmas Story (Celebrated and … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Thanksgiving is all about showing gratitude toward God and enjoying the start of the holiday seasons. These cute Thanksgiving Turkey crafts for Sunday School will be a fun addition to your Thanksgiving Sunday School lessons or children’s ministry activities. Download the directions below and then watch our video demonstration of the craft projects. Thanksgiving Turkey Crafts Fun & Simple Project … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Download this free Sunday School lesson to teach kids about the victory God worked through the story of Gideon in Judges 6-7. The Sword of Gideon: Sunday School Lesson Kids Bible Lesson from Judges 6-7 “The Sword of Gideon” Sunday School Lesson from Judges 6-7 To God be the Glory… Sunday School Lesson on Gideon and the Midianites Although not … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Unless you’ve grown up attending Vacation Bible School regularly, you may not understand the purpose. Why host a VBS? Are they really necessary? Why did we start this tradition to begin with? Well, there’s a lot of history Vacation Bible School but just know that Vacation Bible School’s purpose hasn’t really changed. In the beginning, such bible schools were used … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Download these craft directions below to help you prepare some fun Autumn themed activities for your Sunday School class. Then watch our demonstration video to make sure your are ready to share these Fall crafts for Sunday School kids. Fall Crafts for Kids Sunday School Autumn themed activities for children The leaves are changing, the wind is picking up, and … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is another powerful lesson on the power of God to forgive. Jesus shows that the faith of a “sinful woman” is respected by God more than the lukewarm faith of religious people. The complete lesson download below includes coloring pages and learning actives to help you share this message with the children. Lesson: Jesus says the Sinful Woman is … More Children’s Ministry Resources