The following lesson was prepared for a small group of students ages 5-11 (on the day it was taught a 3 year old and 5 year old visited our class). The lesson teaches students that pride steals the credit that belongs to God. We honor God by giving Him the glory for all things. Bible Passage: Obadiah Bible Story Title: Obadiah prophesies Edom’s Judgment Target Age Group: Ages 5-11 (K-5th Grade U.S.A.) Target Time Frame: 60 Minutes
Lesson Six: The Resurrection and the Life Main idea: Jesus has power over life and death. Series: This study is part of a 8- part series on the I AM statements of Jesus. Follow that link to find the other lesson plans. Teacher preparation: Read Scripture references, Romans 5:12-21, 1 Corinthians 15 Gather: Bible; dry erase markers or chart paper and markers; playing cards; terra cotta pots and saucers for each child (or plastic cups); packs of flower
In this passage, children will learn about Jesus’ power. Many people were amazed and shocked to discover that Jesus had the power to heal the sick and cast out demons. This account affirms Jesus’ position as the Son of God. Through this lesson children will learn that Jesus is God’s son and as such holds the power to heal the sick and destroy demons. If Jesus had the ability to do this when He walked the Earth
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 go with Him so that they can spread the good news. These new disciples are also a
Lesson Five: The Good Shepherd Main idea: Jesus is the good shepherd who sacrificed his life for our lives. Series: This study is part of a 8- part series on the I AM statements of Jesus. Follow that link to find the other lesson plans. Teacher preparation: Read Scripture references, Ezekiel 34:1-24 Gather: Bible; dry erase markers or chart paper and markers; white balloons, blown up and with a sheep’s face drawn on them in permanent marker (eyes, a nose
Mother’s Day in children’s church is full of excited children, many who came with Mom or Grandmother and may not attend regularly. I see this special day in May as a grand chance to make a good impression on kids and parents. If you do too, perhaps you could use some extra ideas. In the “big church” they’ll be recognizing young moms and older ones, expecting moms and foster moms. Here’s an opportunity to do something a
If you ask Mom “What is your favorite Mother’s Day gift?” you’ll probably find that most will say, “The homemade ones!” That’s one reason why each year, I try to help kids create homemade, craft gifts that moms will love and treasure. A gift made by a child’s hands is especially sweet, isn’t it? Print some poems ahead of time on pretty paper on behalf of kids and have them ready to glue or tape to bookmarks,
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 20:19-20; 24-29; 1 Corinthians 15:3-8; Acts 1:3, 9-11) Bible Story Title: Resurrected Jesus appears to many Target Age
Lesson Four: The Gate for the Sheep Main idea: Jesus is the only entrance to salvation. Series: This study is part of a 8- part series on the I AM statements of Jesus. Follow that link to find the other lesson plans. Teacher preparation: Read Scripture references, Psalm 23 Gather: Bible; dry erase markers or chart paper and markers; hula hoops, carpet squares, or masking tape; ball-pit balls, bean bags, or crumpled paper; craft printables; scissors; glue; crayons
Lesson Title: He will Come Unto Us like Rain Bible Reference: Hosea 6:1-3 Target Age Group: Preschool to Elementary Learning Context: Sunday School Target Time Frame: 45 minutes Memory Verse: “And he shall come unto us as the rain.” Hosea 6:3 Gospel Connection: Sometimes in life we allow ourselves to drift further apart from God than we should. We are sinners simply because we are human and it is a part of our nature. This passage references
Lesson Three: The Light of the World Main idea: Jesus is the light that shows us the way out of our dark sin.Series: This study is part of a 8- part series on the I AM statements of Jesus. Follow that link to find the other lesson plans.Teacher preparation: Scripture references: Game: Red Light, Green Light.The person who is “it” is the stoplight, and the goal for the other children is to be the first to reach
Over the years, we’ve shared dozens of free children’s ministry resources for Easter. The full list is a little overwhelming for new readers! So here are the most popular of our collection along with easy to download formats. For download files, it’s sometimes easier to right-click the link and select “save as.” 1. Easter Coloring Sheets – Browse or simply download them in one PDF-file 2. Easter Poem with M&Ms – Read it here or simply download the printable version.
Teaching kids about the love of God is a privilege and a joy but what happens when your group includes a negative child? Everyone has a down day occasionally but this little one sees the glass half empty all the time. If it’s snack time, he bemoans the cookie and cracker selection. During the teaching time, he interrupts to infuse his negativity into your lesson on faith. You love him but he walks under a rainy little
Lesson Two: The Bread of Life. Main idea: Jesus fills up our physical and spiritual needs. Series: This study is part of a 8- part series on the I AM statements of Jesus. Follow that link to find the other lesson plans. Teacher preparation: Read Scripture references, John 6:1-59, Proverbs 30:8, and Exodus 16:1-18 Gather: Bible, dry erase markers or chart paper and markers, blocks for relay, baking soda, cornstarch, craft magnets Make blocks for the game
This Palm Sunday Lesson was created for a small group of children between the ages of 6-9. They will discover that the greatest need for all people is to be forgiven from their sins. Bible Passage: Matthew 21 Bible Story Title: Jesus’ Final Days: The Triumphal Entry Target Age Group: Ages 6-11 (K-5th Grade U.S.A.) Target Time Frame: 60 Minutes Original Teaching Context: Sunday School Supply List: Bibles, activity sheets, pens, pencils, pictures/objects for needs & wants activity Learning
This lesson begins a series on the “I AM” statement of Jesus. Children will learn from Exodus 3:1-17 and John 8:54-59 how Jesus identified himself as the same all-powerful God who acted throughout the Old Testament. Throughout this study, kids will learn about the character of Christ and how they can follow him through faith. Series Index – The 7 I AM Statements of Christ You are here – Introduction / Jesus is the Great I AM
The Great Commission is important because it serves as a guide for Christians who do not know what to do with their lives. As Jesus is ascending into Heaven he reminds his disciples that they must be His witness in all the earth. They must spread the good news of Jesus’ resurrection and offer of salvation to everyone who will listen. They must share this news with people in their hometowns, their country and in other countries.
This is a great little skit that would be good to perform in class during the weeks leading up to Easter. It was taken directly from the NASB version of Luke 22:39-53. Before you start, talk with the children about how to listen to the words of the script and try to act out what is being read. This skit can be done as simply as having the kids acting out the parts with no props or
This lesson was prepared for a small group of students and was inspired by the the Gospel Project lesson. Students will discover details from the vision in Ezekiel 10 that describe God’s glory departing from the temple. Bible Story: Ezekiel’s vision of God’s glory departing from temple Scripture: Ezekiel 10 Target Age Group: Age 6 – 11 (U.S. K – 5th Grade) Learning Context: Sunday School Target Time Frame: 60 minutes Supply List: Bibles, plain paper or
Main idea: We store up treasure in heaven when we focus on serving God and being generous to others. Teacher preparation: Read Scripture references (below) Spend time in prayer. Pray for your students. Take time to evaluate, where do you store your treasures, on earth or in heaven? Gather: Bible, dry erase board and markers, a few dollar’s worth of pennies, envelopes, glass (see through) baking dish, dark paper, a cross, masking tape, activity page, crayons or
Twenty years ago, I was one of those parents who sent her child to local church functions, like VBS but didn’t actually attend myself. Although I had enjoyed sporadic visits to church as a child via bus ministry, somehow, I didn’t relate that I would enjoy church as an adult. I don’t really remember what I thought about church at that time but if someone had not taken the time to invite me (repeatedly) I would never
This lesson was prepared for a small group of children ranging from 5-11. It was my supplement for the Gospel Project lesson and could also be used in the series of Israel’s Kings. The students discover from this lesson that God warns of His coming punishment so that people might repent and turn away from their sin and turn to Him for forgiveness through faith in Jesus. Scripture: Jeremiah 36 Bible Story Title: Jehoiakim disrespected Jeremiah’s warning
Leading a child to Christ is the single most wonderful thing about children’s ministry, and there are many wonderful things about teaching kids. There’s nothing quite like leading kids in prayer and introducing them to the Lord. I remember when I first began in children’s ministry about sixteen years ago how nervous I was to lead the altar service. What a privilege! Today, I don’t worry about anything except that the child before me understands what he’s
The following lesson was prepared for a small group of students ranging in ages 6-8. The lesson is my personal supplement to a Gospel Project lesson on Nahum. The lesson can be adapted to meet the needs of your ministry. Bible Passage: Nahum Bible Story Title: Nahum-Punishment or Protection? Target Age Group: Ages 6-11 (K-5th Grade U.S.A.) Target Time Frame: 60 Minutes Original Teaching Context: Sunday School Supply List: Bibles, items for ‘protection’ grab bag-Bible, umbrella, sunglasses,
