“God Wants Me to Forgive Everyone?” Sunday School Lesson from Matthew 18:21-35

Parable of the Unforgiving Servant Sunday School Lesson

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

“Forgiving Others” Sunday School Lesson on Matthew 18:15-20

Forgiving Other Sunday School Lesson

It’s hard to forgive others, especially close friends. Use this Sunday School lesson from Matthew 18:15-20 to show kids that God has a plan for repairing broken relationships. Even when our closest friends sin against us, the Gospel provides grace for repentance and restoration. This printable Sunday School lesson includes complete teaching plan, craft suggestions, optional coloring pages, and some … More Children’s Ministry Resources

“The Cost of Following Jesus” Sunday School Lesson from Matthew 16:21-28

Matthew 16:21-28 Sunday School Lesson for Kids

It’s not always easy to follow Jesus. That’s the lesson Peter learned in Matthew 16:21-28. Use this Sunday School lesson to teach kids about the cost of following Jesus. The free lesson download below includes complete teaching notes, game ideas, crafts, and bonus printables. “What Does it Take to Follow?” Children’s Sunday School Lesson Matthew 16:21-28 This passage may contain … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Lesson: The Story of Paul’s Death

Use this children’s Sunday School lesson to teach kids that we don’t need to be afraid of death. Needed: Drawing paper, crayons or colored pencils Intro 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

Lesson: Jesus Raises Lazarus

Use this children’s Sunday School lesson to teach kids about the power of Jesus in raising Lazarus (and us) from the dead. Needed: Bibles, drawing paper, crayons or colored pencils Intro 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 … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Lesson: Lazarus and the Rich Man

Use this children’s Sunday School lesson to teach kids the importance of following the Bible and telling other people about God. Needed: Bibles Intro 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 dies. Lesson … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Lesson: It’s What Comes Out of Your Mouth

Use this children’s Sunday School lesson to teach kids to control what they say. Needed: Bibles, various items, rotten food, candy, dirt Intro Game: Don’t Say It  Have the students pair up. They take turns asking each other questions. The person answering, however, can’t use certain letters. For the first round, they might not be able to use words with … More Children’s Ministry Resources

"The Last Supper & Good Friday" Bible Study for Kids

Good Friday Last Supper Lessons

This Sunday School lesson for Good Friday was designed for Sunday School or parents to use with their children at home. 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 music, and … More Children’s Ministry Resources

We Love Sermons4Kids

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Do you know about Sermons4Kids? They host countless free children’s messages. Their teaching materials cover every major Bible story in the Old and New Testament. Even if you have a lesson plan, you can find more teaching activities on their website. Sermons4Kids is available in Spanish too! Sermons4kids Video Introduction Why we recommend “sermons4kids” Sermons 4 Kids is a ministry … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Eye for an Eye (Matthew 5:38-48) Sunday School Lesson

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Love everyone — even when they do wrong to you! This kids Bible lesson teaches about retaliation and loving those who hurt you from Matthew 5:38-48. The idea of “love” can mean many things to kids…from loving family and friends to loving sports and pizza, or of course the idea of romantic “mushy” love…what about loving bullies? How do we … More Children’s Ministry Resources