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Lesson: What are Angels and Demons? (Tough Questions Kids Ask #2)

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This free Bible lesson is the second in our series of “Tough Questions Kids Ask.” It deals with the supernatural reality of angels and demons. It highlights what the Bible teaches about these spiritual forces and their role in important Bible stories. Above all, this lesson should focus children on their need for Jesus Christ and his power to overcome. This lesson plan is appropriate for children’s church, Sunday School, homeschool or a family discipleship setting. TARGET

10 Tips for Creating Your VBS Program from Scratch

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There are plenty of wonderful and winning Vacation Bible School curriculum programs on the market today that provide ideas, materials, and pointers to allow the director total ease of running VBS in any sort of church setting. There are also plenty of great slice and bake cookies and canned soups available, but somehow there’s nothing like a homemade product…and the same principle can apply for a summer program! While there is certainly nothing wrong with using a

Lesson: Why Did God Make Hell? (Tough Questions Kids Ask #1)

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This Bible lesson is the first in our series of “Tough Questions Kids Ask.” It deals with an issue often ignored in children’s ministry. This lesson plan will help children understand what the Bible teaches about Hell and how that relates to the Good News of Jesus Christ. The point of this teaching is not to manipulate kids through fear, rather to warn them of the very real consequence that comes from rebellion against God. TARGET AGES:

“God Bless America” Coloring Page

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These coloring pages are a great teaching tool for the 4th of July. Scroll down to print them as single sheets. They are included in the 6-page patriotic printable Bundle, free from the Sunday School Store. This free coloring page for kids has the words “God bless America” written large across the sheet. It has includes a group of diverse children’s faces. When kids ask about the September 11th holiday, I might use this one instead of

"I Believe" Mark 5:21-43 Sunday School Lesson (Jairus's Daughter)

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This free Bible lesson is based on Mark 5:21-43 when Jesus brings a young girl back to life.  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 – 5th Sunday after Pentecost, Gospel Reading – Mark 5:21-43. Opening Activity – I Believe – It’s a MiracleSupplies – paper, drawing/coloring utensilsHand out supplies and have each

Lesson: Knowing Jesus Through… The Sense of Touch (John 20:27)

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Lesson Title:  Knowing Jesus Through the Five Senses: The Sense of Touch Bible Reference: John 19:16-20:31 Target Age Group: Elementary Learning Context: Sunday School Target Time Frame: 45 minutes Focus Verse: “Stop doubting and believe.” John 20:27b Gospel Connection: This lesson uses everyday objects to tell the most important story in the Bible; Jesus’ death and resurrection. In John 20, Thomas refused to believe that Jesus had truly returned until he touched Jesus’ hands and felt the

Elijah Encounters God (1 Kings 19) Sunday School Lesson

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How do we know what God is like? Can we know without seeing Him what His traits are? Why don’t we hear His voice loud and clear? In this story, Elijah has an opportunity to feel the full presence of God and be refreshed by His spirit. As Christians, it can be frustrating to feel as though God is far from us or doesn’t answer things as we’d imagine, but in wonderful moments He comes to us.

Thank You God … for Summer Coloring Page

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Download these FREE Summer coloring pages from the Sunday School Store. Playing outside, enjoying family time, enjoying fresh fruit — all this makes Summer a wonderful time for children. This free coloring page captures some of those moments and includes the appropriate prayer, “Thank You, God, for Summer!” Click on the preview image to download the print-friendly PDF. We’ve also uploaded a JPEG image for anyone who needs to edit the illustration. The picture shows a young

Can You Hear Me God? (Psalm 17:6) Object Lesson for Sunday School

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One of the biggest questions we ask God is, “Can you hear me?” No matter how old we get, it’s a nagging question we all have from time to time. The enemy would have us believe that God doesn’t hear us, that He gets tired of us, that we’ve gotten too far from that He can’t hear you. Yeah, that’s how the enemy works but that’s not what the Word of God says. Build a child’s faith

Showdown on Mt. Carmel…Elijah and the Priests of Baal (1 Kings 18 Lesson)

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The amazing thing about miraculous stories of the Bible is that they tend to be so, well…miraculous! As we view events of Elijah’s life we see him do remarkable things against all odds. In this story, Elijah confronts hundreds of priests and a wicked king and queen, and under seemingly impossible circumstances manages to overcome. Students will see that no matter what we may face, God always wins. Lesson focus: If we have faith and trust in

"Tiny Faith" Mark 4:26-34 Sunday School Lesson

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This free Bible lesson is based on Mark 4:26-34 when Jesus speaks about the faith of a mustard seed.  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 Pentecost, Gospel Reading – Mark 4:26-34. Opening Activity – Tiny Faith – Think Small Supplies – paper, writing utensils Give each child a piece of

A House Divided: Sunday School Lesson from Mark 3:20-35

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This free Bible lesson is based on Mark 3:20-35 when Jesus speaks to the scribes about a house divided. 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 – 2nd Sunday after Pentecost, Gospel Reading – Mark 3:20-35. Watch the video demonstration of this children’s sermon and related craft ideas Compare the “God’s Family United” message from rfour.org Opening

Lesson: A Little Oil and a Lot of Faith…Elijah and the Widow (1 Kings 17:7-24)

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A little goes a long way when it comes to things like horseradish, cayenne pepper, whiny toddlers…and faith! After all, a mustard seed-sized trust promises to relocate mountains in Biblical advice. God celebrates faith and those who demonstrate it. One of those giants of reliance was Elijah. In this lesson, we see through his encounter with a widow how God can do amazing things when we lean on Him. Lesson focus: When we know that God is

"Born Again" Sunday School Lesson from John 3:1-17

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This free Bible lesson is based on John 3:1-17 when Jesus speaks to Nicodemus about what it means to be born again. 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 – Trinity Sunday, Gospel Reading – John 3:1-17. Opening Activity – Born Again – All About Babies Supplies – whiteboard, chalkboard, or large paper

Elijah Lesson: Evicted, Escaped, and Eating with Birds (1 Kings 17:1-6)

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Following God is not always easy…we have the great privilege and blessing of living in a time and country that are not too threatening for Christians, but this certainly has not always been the case. In the Bible, we see many instances of people suffering for serving God and obeying His instructions. This story is one in a series following the prophet Elijah, who experienced more than his share of hardship for sharing God’s word. In Elijah

Lesson: Holy Mothers…a Tribute to Biblical Matrons

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Whenever Mother’s Day rolls around, we take time to think of all that our mothers have done for us, and to appreciate and thank our moms with expressions of love. At the same time, though, the holiday can join the negative connotation of Valentine’s Day as a day for card companies and restaurants to make money by piling guilty obligations on loving families. In this lesson, we take a peek at how much God values motherhood and

Lesson: Seeds, Fruits, and Planting Character (Galatians 5:22-23; Galatians 6:7-10)

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Jesus spoke often in parables and metaphors, using imagery of things known to explain things that were harder to understand. We can certainly use that example in teaching young students, using simple things to remind them of important truths. In this lesson, fruit is the main object. We will use real samples to discuss the fruits of the spirit and to compare faith to fruit and seed-planting. Materials: Various fruits to taste and observe (apples, oranges, pears,

"You are Not Alone!" Sunday School Lesson from John 15:26-27, 16:4b-15

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This free Bible lesson is based on John 15:26-27, 16:4b-15 when Jesus tells the disciples about the coming of the Holy Spirit. 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 – Day of Pentecost, Gospel Reading – John 15:26-27, 16:4b-15. Opening Activity – You are Not Alone! – Working Together Supplies – blindfolds, deck

Lesson: Priceless Pearls… Prioritizing the Right Thing (Matthew 6:19-21)

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Recently, we hosted a church yard sale fundraiser, which brought to mind the incredible amount of utter junk that some people hang onto…do we really need the one-armed doll, headless ceramic duck, or box of warped cassette tapes from 1983? Why is it so hard to let go of things that for all honesty’s sake we rarely use? This lesson emphasizes the value of Heavenly treasure and invites students to contemplate how we determine what is truly

"Just as I have Loved You" Sunday School Lesson from John 15:9-17

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This free Bible lesson is based on John 15:9-17 when Jesus commands His followers to love others just as He has loved them. 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 – 6th Sunday of Easter, Gospel Reading – John 15:9-17. Lesson – Just as I have Loved You Supplies – Bible What does

Forgiveness Object Lesson: Asking the Father (Mark 11:25)

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“Why isn’t God hearing my prayers,  Miss Monica?” That’s a question one of my kids asked me recently. Where to begin? I totally understood what my children’s church member was asking me. I had been there too. Sure, there are many reasons why a prayer can be hindered. Some of those top prayer-crushers are “asking amiss” and “having no faith” but I knew this child’s prayer. Her request was well thought, biblical and sincere. Thankfully, the Holy

Lesson: Amazing Grace and Teaching Children the Old Hymns

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There are many wonderful worship songs out there to sing, hear, admire and inspire. For that matter, there are also abundant songs for kids to learn and sing. And modern Christian artists flood the radio with wonderful titles and varieties of music. But sometimes we forget how marvelous and insightful old hymns can be. We tend to see classic church songs as stuffy and boring, and ignore the remarkable stories many of them tell. Open the eyes

“Understanding Scripture” Sunday School Lesson (Luke 24:36b-48) Emmaus Road

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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 – Understanding Scripture – TelephoneSupplies – nonePlay a quick game of “Telephone” before class using the following phrases.

Horton Has a Heart…Lessons from Literature

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“A person’s a person, no matter how small…” God made them all, the tiny and tall! There is no reason why Sunday School adventures cannot incorporate other classic children’s stories as well as Bible verses.  This lesson explores some admirable qualities of a beloved Dr. Seuss character, celebrating Biblical values with whimsical rhyme. Seuss’s works are often more than just jumbles of words or colorful pictures. They often contain meaningful messages and genuine morals. One character in