Here is part 9 of our kids Bible lessons based on the book of Esther. This lesson teaches the way the Lord allowed the Jewish people to defend themselves against their enemies and the start of the Jewish holiday, Purim. This lesson works well for Children’s Church or for Sunday School. Note: The book of Esther can be difficult to … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free Children’s Church lesson plan was first written for elementary aged students. It covers the story of Moses and the people of Israel building the Tabernacle. This material could also be used as the Bible lesson for children’s Sunday school. Be sure to consider your own ministry context and modify it as needed. Please leave any feedback or suggestions … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson teaches children the way in which the Lord overcomes the evil schemes of Haman and the provision given to the Jews in regard to the decree to annihilate them. It also helps teach eternal security. This lesson works well for Children’s Church or for Sunday School. Note: The book of Esther can be difficult to relate back to … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Valentine’s Day is one of those cultural holiday’s in the United States that is getting harder to overlook. But Christians have so much to say about real love, I think it’s a great time to use a special craft or lesson in your Sunday School. With all these crafts, you should join them into a relevant Bible lesson about love. … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson is part 1 of 5 in our study called “Walk His Ways” based on the parables of Jesus. They were prepared for the Lenten season, but could be used anytime of year. Bible Story: The Parable of the Two SonsScripture: Matthew 21:28-32Target Age Group: Age 3 – 12 (U.S. preschool – 6th Grade)Time: 45 MinutesLearning Context: Children’s Church … More Children’s Ministry Resources
God saved Daniel from the Lions’s Den — this is a powerful lesson for kids about trusting in the LORD’s protection. Print our free storybook, lesson plans, & coloring pages to make sure children know they can trust God in times of trouble Printable Storybook Crafts & Coloring Pages Sunday School Lesson Games & Activities Preschool Lesson Movie Clips Summary: … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson covers chapter seven of a ten part series from the book of Esther. It can be used for Children’s Church or Sunday School. Though God’s name is never mentioned in this book, this lesson helps to see how God uses people to bring about His will. This lesson provides a framework for teaching from Esther chapter 7. Note: … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Adopting an Olympic theme into your children’s ministry is a good way to encourage a spirit of excellence amongst your attendees and volunteers. An Olympic theme is the perfect backdrop for exciting kids’ games that everyone will enjoy. Get your curriculum ready, decorate your children’s facility and use these wacky Olympic-sized games. Bible Baton Relay Before you play this game, … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free Children’s Church lesson plan was first written for elementary aged students. It covers the story of Joseph and the interaction with him and his brothers. This material could also be used as the Bible lesson for children’s Sunday school. Be sure to consider your own ministry context and modify it as needed. Please leave any feedback or suggestions … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is the sixth part of a ten part series on the book of Esther, recounting the events that happened between Queen Esther’s first banquet for King Xerxes and Haman, and the second banquet. Note: The book of Esther can be difficult to relate back to Jesus and his Good News. One clear connection is the promise that the Savior … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Using themes for kids’ ministry excites kids, teachers and volunteers. An Olympic theme is an especially good theme because it is a topic of excellence and endurance. Use an Olympic theme over an entire quarter or just a few classes in your kids’ ministry. Teach kids about what God thinks about sportsmanship, working as a team and the importance of … More Children’s Ministry Resources
There’s been a bizarre magnetic field around my Bible of late, mostly around John 15. Every day, I feel like I should read some other chapters, but John 15 gets me every time. It has to. I say that because we are entrenched in ministry. We serve in our home, in our church, in schools, and in the community. We … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free Children’s Church lesson plan was first written for elementary aged students. It covers the story of the brothers – Jacob and Esau – and the choices that they made. This material could also be used as the Bible lesson for children’s Sunday school. Be sure to consider your own ministry context and modify it as needed. Please leave … More Children’s Ministry Resources
The lesson of Esther from chapter 5 shows the children the way that anger and vengeance grows in the heart when left unchecked and the wisdom of patience even in desperate situations. This lesson would work for children’s church or you can use it for ideas with a children’s Sunday School lesson about Esther. Note: The book of Esther can … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This post is part 1 of 3 of our special interview with Ken Ham, the president of Answers in Genesis. Here are the links to read part two and part three. Ministry to Children (MtC): Please tell our readers a little about yourself and your ministry. Ken Ham (Ken): I like to call myself “a missionary from Australia to America” – … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free Children’s Church lesson plan was first written for children age 5 – 11. It covers the story of Abraham and Sarah as well as the miracle of Isaac. This story highlights the need to trust God and be patient while waiting for his promises to come true. This material could could also be used as the Bible lesson … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is a lesson plan for Children’s Church on the “I AM” Names of Jesus, but it can be adapted for any children’s ministry setting. It is intended for 1st – 5th graders. Bible Basis: God said to Moses, “I AM WHO I AM. This is what you are to say to the Israelites: I AM has sent me to … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson covers chapter four of a ten part series from the book of Esther. It can be used for Children’s Church and Sunday School. Though God’s name is never mentioned in this book, this lesson helps to see how God uses people to bring about His will. Note: The book of Esther can be difficult to relate back to … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free Children’s Church lesson plan was first written for elementary aged students. It covers the story of Noah and the flood. This material could also be used as the Bible lesson for children’s Sunday school. Be sure to consider your own ministry context and modify it as needed. Please leave any feedback or suggestions for improvement in the comment … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This Bible lesson is the part 3 in our series based on the book of Esther. In chapter 3, the children will learn about the plot against the Jewish people. This lesson may be used for Sunday School or Children’s Church. Note: The book of Esther can be difficult to relate back to Jesus and his Good News. One clear … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is the second children’s Bible lesson in a series from the book of Daniel. It is from chapter 3 where Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego choose to obey God and are thrown in a fiery furnace. This was written for upper elementary students. It can be simplified for preschool students and modified to be used as a Children’s Church Lesson. … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson is part 2 of a 10 part series on the book of Esther. In this lesson the children will learn about God’s intervention in the selection of the next queen for the king. You can print off this lesson plan to use in your children’s church or Sunday School. Be sure to change things up to fit your … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is the first Bible lesson in a series of 10 that walk a child through the book of Esther and valuable lessons learned from her life. These were first intended for Children’s Church but could be modified for a Sunday School lesson about Esther. Please feel free to modify these for your own ministry setting. As always, we welcome your feedback … More Children’s Ministry Resources
It happens almost every year. One kid comes to children’s church with a personal mission to prove Santa is not real. Besides the disruption, it creates a situation where one child is calling someone’s mom a liar. That’s why I’m calling to order a special Christmas edition of our Think Tank. How do you handle the whole issue of Santa … More Children’s Ministry Resources