My two year old son and I have this routine that we go through most nights before he goes to bed. He climbs into Daddy’s bed, we say our prayers, he snuggles up next to me, and he says “tell me a story.” He isn’t interested in your classic Jack and the Beanstalk or Mother Goose tales, the stories he … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This Sunday School lesson will teach children that Jesus is like a good shepherd who knows and loves his sheep. It is based on the classic passage in John 10 where Jesus states those truths. This lesson plan was originally written for elementary aged Sunday School, but you could easily modify it for Children’s Church or a preschool Bible lesson. … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Note: The file above includes this lesson plan and many bonus resources like our Bible Moms Cards & Crossword Puzzle, Game Ideas, Coloring Pages, and Kids Interview about Mom. It’s all 100% free to bless your ministry! This free Mother’s Day Bible lesson for children is intended for Mother’s Day, but could be adapted and utilized at any point of … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This Sunday School lesson is based on the events in Acts 4 where the early Christians show their devotion to Jesus. They continue in their faith even when hard times come. This lesson plan was first written for children’s Sunday School, but it could be adapted for other ministry settings. Be sure to check out the additional learning activities listed … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Vacation Bible School ministry season is quickly approaching. This year, expand your vision to a cool theme perfect for building teamwork and the concept of God’s army. Try army-themed VBS ideas that will rock the socks of kids and stir their desire for a deeper spiritual life. Use army-themed VBS ideas to teach kids of all ages and excite your … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This Sunday School lesson draws an important spiritual point about Moses form Stephan’s speech in Acts 7 before the Sanhedrin. This lesson plan will help children see that the Lord has a plan for their lives and how He wants them to look for it and follow it. It can be for Sunday School or Children’s Church. This is a … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This Bible lesson will help the children see the importance and power of praying for one another. It is based on the Bible story in Acts 12 where God rescues Peter from jail while the other disciples were praying for his safety. This lesson was first taught in Children’s Sunday School but could easily be modified for Children’s Church or other … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson is based on Acts chapter 4 and teaches children about the Spirits role in empowering their Christian witness for Christ. It was originally prepared for an upper elementary Sunday School lesson, but you can modify it for children’s church or younger kids. Be sure to check out the additional learning activities and teaching resources linked at the end … More Children’s Ministry Resources
During the earliest days of the church God demonstrated the power of Jesus name through the ministry of Peter. In this lesson kids will learn about Jesus power to heal as seen in the Bible story where Peter healed a lame (disabled) man in the name of Jesus. This kids Bible lesson was written for older elementary Sunday School but … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Use this Sunday School lesson to teach children about the birth of the Christian church as told in Acts 2. This lesson plan was first prepared for an older elementary Sunday School class, but you could easily modify it for younger children or kids church. In the present form the estimated length is about 60 minutes. We’ve included links to … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This kids Bible lesson is based on the story from Acts 1 where the Apostles see Jesus ascend to Heaven. This lesson plan was first taught in children’s Sunday School but could be modified for children’s church. Be sure to note the links at the end of this lesson for even more learning activities that go along with this passage. Bible … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This printable Bible lesson would serve well in children’s Sunday School. You could also modify it for children’s church. It teaches about the Day of Pentecost where God gave the gift of the Holy Spirit to the early church.Be sure to note the additional resource links at the end of the lesson for more crafts and activities. Bible Story: Pentecost and … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson is part 5 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. This lesson explores losing and finding God, connecting with prayer, and reinforces the idea that God NEVER loses us with the story of The Lost Coin. Bible Story: … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Communion is an important part of worshiping God and remembering Jesus’ sacrifice. Jesus specifically requested that we hold communions “in remembrance” of him. On Easter, children’s ministries all over the world will retell the story of Jesus death and resurrection. After Easter, communion might get lost during the rest of the year. Keep Easter alive all year round by holding … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Here is a simple devotional guide to help families worship Christ together during Easter time. It might be ideal for Saturday evening before Resurrection Sunday. Family Worship is the regular and intentional assembling as a family unit to worship God by reading scripture, praying and singing praise. This brief worksheet will help you lead your family in a short time of devotion … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson continues our series titled Jesus is My Good Shepherd. It is intended for preschool children, ages 2-5. It is designed for a children’s church or Sunday School, but can be adapted to meet your particular ministry setting. The first lesson plan (Sheep LOVED by a Shepherd) in this series taught students that they were like sheep, loved by … More Children’s Ministry Resources
3-Point Challenge: A Children’s Message This children’s message was originally written for an Awana group of 1st – 6th graders. It draws parallels between basketball shooting techniques and the Christian life with multiple Bible verse references. What I’ve written below would be a 10-15 minutes presentation, but you extract the main points for a children’s sermon on Sunday morning. You could … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson was first prepared for a 4th Grade Sunday School Class (ages 10-11), but you can easily adapt it for younger students or Children’s Church. This year, our Children’s Ministry began using a new curriculum (Discipleland). The lessons for our fourth grade class covers the Book of Acts for the entire year. This lesson plan was inspired by my … More Children’s Ministry Resources
I teach with a co-teacher and we have been teaching 8-10 year olds (3rd/4th Grade U.S.A) in Sunday School for the past five years. I wanted to share with others something that the Lord has used in our class and has been a blessing to be a part of each week. In our class we have a prayer time each … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson is about how Jairus comes to Jesus and asks Him to come heal his dying daughter. On the way to Jairus’ house a woman who had been sick for 12 years touched Jesus’ robe and was healed. The lesson can be simplified for younger students and can also be used as a Children’s Church lesson. Following the lesson … More Children’s Ministry Resources
The True Tale of Patrick Much myth and legend surrounds the story of Patrick, born in Britain in the late 4th century. St. Patrick is often reduced to a mythical figure who performed magical feats (like driving all the snakes out of Ireland). The truth, as usual, is better than fiction! All that can be known about Patrick comes from two … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson gives a look into Jesus’ heart as He prayed to His Heavenly Father prior to His arrest and death. With a comparison of all four gospels, we get a better picture of Jesus’ time in the garden and the actions of the disciples. It also a good exercise to understand how different Gospel accounts relate. These passages give … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson is part 4 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. This lesson explores needs and wants and helping everyone to have enough with Jesus’ story of the Rich Fool. Bible Story: The Parable of the Foolish Rich ManScripture: Luke … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson is the fifth and last lesson in a series of five that explore the theme “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner?” through Bible stories that each involve the sharing of a meal. I apologize that pregnancy and medical concerns have prevented me from posting this last lesson in the series until now. I appreciate your understanding, prayers, and support. … More Children’s Ministry Resources