Lesson Title: Filling Up With Goodness (Colossians 3:16) Bible Reference: Colossians 3:16 Target Age Group: Elementary Learning Context: Sunday School Target Time Frame: 1 hour Gospel Connection: In Colossians 3 Paul writes to the church and encourages them to live together in peace. One way to make sure that you are at peace with the people around you is by … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This lesson teaches children that they should be on Jesus’ team. The world can offer a lot of good things, but only Jesus can offer eternal life. Lesson Title: Being on God’s Team Bible Reference: John 16:33 Target Age Group: Preschool Learning Context: Sunday School Target Time Frame: 1 hour Learning Aim: I want to be on Jesus’ team. Tell … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is lesson 8 of 33 in a series of lessons called “Praise God Through the Psalms.” Lesson focus: Through the book of Psalms and the worship of the people of Israel, we get a glimpse into the character of God and how we should rightly respond to Him in worship. In Psalm 8 we are reminded that God is … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free Bible lesson is based on Mark 10:46-52 when Jesus first began to heal the sick. 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 – 22nd Sunday after Pentecost, Gospel Reading – Mark 10:46-52. Opening … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Beatitudes Lesson Eight: Blessed are the Peacemakers Main idea: Children of God are peacemakers. They help bring people to God and they do their best to get along with everyone. This is lesson 8 of 9 in this series. Use these links to find the whole series. ONE — TWO — THREE — FOUR — FIVE — SIX — SEVEN … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is lesson 7 of 33 in a series of lessons called “Praise God Through the Psalms.” Lesson focus: Through the book of Psalms and the worship of the people of Israel, we get a glimpse into the character of God and how we should rightly respond to Him in worship. In Psalm 7 we see we see the anger and … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Title: The Golden Calf Scripture: Exodus 32 Target Age Group: 3rd-5th grade Main Point: Where sin is great, God’s grace is greater Supplies: Play-Doh, Grey and brown construction paper, scissors, markers, index cards with books of the Bible on them Lesson Opening Get the kids’ attention as you use the Play-Doh to fashion some type of animal. It doesn’t have … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Beatitudes Lesson Seven: Blessed are the Pure in Heart Main idea: When we let Jesus purify our hearts, we can to come into God’s presence and spend all of forever with him. This is lesson 7 of 9 in this series. Use these links to find the whole series. ONE — TWO — THREE — FOUR — FIVE — SIX … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Title: God Provides for the Israelites in the Desert Scripture: Exodus 16-17 Target Age Group: 3rd-5th grade Main Point: God provides for us even when we grumble Supplies: Cut outs of hearts, crayons, bandanas or other small objects Lesson Opening: God Provides for Complainers Ask: What is something you’ve complained about in the last week? Ask: Does complaining ever really … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is lesson 6 of 33 in a series of lessons called ““Praise God Through the Psalms.” Lesson focus: Through the book of Psalms and the worship of the people of Israel, we get a glimpse into the character of God and how we should rightly respond to Him in worship. In Psalm 6 we see we see the anger and … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Beatitudes Lesson Six: Blessed are those who are Merciful Main idea: We become merciful by being broken people and letting God’s mercy into our lives. This is lesson 6 of 9 in this series. Use these links to find the whole series. ONE — TWO — THREE — FOUR — FIVE — SIX — SEVEN — EIGHT — NINE Teacher … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Title: Moses and Pharaoh Scripture: Exodus 5-7:13 Target Age Group: 3rd-5th grade Supplies: Sponge, rock, pan, pitcher of water, white paper, pencils, light and dark-colored crayons Bonus Ideas: Compare this lesson plan with our larger series on Sunday School lessons on the life of Moses. Younger children may enjoy these “Moses Songs” for preschoolers. Lesson Opening Ask: How many of … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Years ago I had a new volunteer named Hein. He was a young, married man without kids. He had never taught preschoolers, but he was willing to learn. His first week he was scheduled with a veteran teacher. But, that morning I got a call from the teacher. She had a sick kid and wasn’t coming. I grabbed an extra … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Beatitudes Lesson Five: Blessed are those who Hunger and Thirst Main idea: We crave being right with God, and God fills us up with his righteousness when we choose to follow him. This is lesson 5 of 9 in this series. Use these links to find the whole series. ONE — TWO — THREE — FOUR — FIVE — SIX … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free Bible lesson is based on Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23, when Jesus and His disciples are eating without washing their hands, which makes the Jews question their adherence to the faith. 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 … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is lesson 5 of 33 in a series of lessons called “Praise God Through the Psalms.” Lesson focus: Through the book of Psalms and the worship of the people of Israel, we get a glimpse into the character of God and how we should rightly respond to Him in worship. In Psalm 5 we see God as one who hears His … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This free Bible lesson is based on John 6:51-58, when Jesus shares with His instructs His followers to eat His flesh and drink His blood. 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 – 12th Sunday … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Teaching preschoolers can be a fun challenge. You always feel like you’re repeating yourself…. Teaching preschoolers can be a fun challenge. You always feel like you’re repeating yourself… The truth of the matter is that repetition is key for teaching preschooler. Well, repetition, patience and prayer. Young children love repetition because it helps them master new skills and concepts and … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Title: God Saves Baby Moses Scripture: Exodus 1-2:10 Target Age Group: 3rd-5th grade Supplies: Bibles, story sequence sheets, construction paper, glue, scissors Optional: Baby Moses Dot-To-Dot Printable Lesson Opening Ask: What are some examples of times you’ve needed protection? Ask: Who or what protected you? Say: Our main point for our lesson today is: “we can trust God to protect us.” … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Beatitudes Lesson Four: The Meek will Inherit the Earth Main idea: Meekness is trusting that God will take care of you, no matter what. So you stand up for what is right, and you don’t seek revenge. You are humble, gentle, and kind. This is lesson 4 of 9 in this series. Use these links to find the whole series. … More Children’s Ministry Resources
This is lesson 4 of 33 in a series of lessons called “Praise God Through the Psalms.” Lesson focus: Through the book of Psalms and the worship of the people of Israel, we get a glimpse into the character of God and how we should rightly respond to Him in worship. In Psalm 4, we’re confronted with the difference between the … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Beatitudes Lesson Three: Blessed Are Those Who Mourn Main idea: When we mourn over our sins, God gives us the comfort of salvation, the comfort of getting to spend all of forever with him. This is lesson 3 of 9 in this series. Use these links to find the whole series. ONE — TWO — THREE — FOUR — FIVE … More Children’s Ministry Resources
My new Preschool/Kindergarten class has a couple of young children. They are just starting out with letters and words. We are going over the lesson about when Daniel interpreted the writing on the wall for King Belshazzar. I thought it would be great to have the kids learn how to write the name of God to go along with this … More Children’s Ministry Resources
Just watch a child select a book at the library and it is pretty evident: we judge things by what we see. In spite of efforts to instill broad acceptance and understanding in kids, it’s hard to fight the natural human tendency to base our thoughts on appearance. In this lesson, we see a new king selected by God, and … More Children’s Ministry Resources