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Bible Lesson: Attitude Check (Philippians 2)

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This lesson continues the study of Philippians for older students.  As students make daily quiet time a priority they will learn to have attitudes that reflect the Lord Jesus.  This is a lesson guide on a possible way to teach older students. Learning Goal: Students will learn that the more time they spend studying God’s word each day and apply what they learn, the more their attitudes will reflect Jesus. Memory Verse: Philippians 2:3-4 (NIV) Do nothing out of

Lesson "Prayer is Powerful" from Daniel 10

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The following lesson builds on the principle from Daniel 9-Prayer is a response to God’s Word.  Students will discover from Daniel’s experience that there is a spiritual battle taking place.  Believers do not need to be afraid because God has given us spiritual armor and the the powerful weapon of prayer.  This lesson was created for older students and can be used as a guide to give ideas how to teach your students. Bible Story: Prayer is a

Lesson: Focus on God, Not the Flames

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The following lesson about Shadrach, Meshach and Abed-Nego focuses on the importance of knowing and obeying God’s Word without compromise.  Students will be challenged to examine their lives to see how much of their daily choices are made in obedience to God’s Word or not.  It is only a suggested guide to help you get ideas on how to present this chapter to your students. Bible Story: Focus on God, Not the Flames Scripture: Daniel 3 Target Age

Lesson: Daniel's Resolve to Obey God

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This is a new lesson based on Daniel 1.  The lesson focuses on the believer’s need to be intentional in their obedience to God and His Word.  The lesson was used for older elementary students and can be used as an adaptable guide for your ministry needs. Bible Story: Daniel’s Resolve to Obey God Scripture: Daniel 1 Target Age Group: Age 9 – 11 (U.S. 3rd – 5th Grade) Learning Context: Sunday School Target Time Frame: 60 minutes

Effective Kids Ministry Depends on Your Time with Jesus (Turner)

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This post features notes from Ryan Golias at the Children Desiring God Conference 2011. Click here to see all the sessions. Your Testimonies are My Delight: Kempton Turner And he went up on the mountain and called to him those whom he desired, and they came to him. And he appointed twelve (whom he also named apostles) so that they might be with him and he might send them out to preach. (Mark 3:13-14) During His three-year ministry, Jesus’

Preschool Bible Lesson: Jesus Heals Jairus' Daughter

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This is lesson continues our curriculum for preschoolers about knowing Jesus. Each lesson is based on a passage in the Gospel of Mark. You can read the series introduction for more explanation and links to the other lessons. This particular lesson is from Mark 5:21-24; 35-43 when Jesus heals the daughter of Jairus. This story points to the power of Jesus and the importance of having faith in him. Preschoolers will learn that only Jesus is stronger than death. In

Samson Bible Lesson for Kids

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This free Children’s Church lesson plan was first written for elementary aged students. It covers the story of the ups and downs of Samson. This material could also be used as the Bible lesson plan for children’s Sunday school. Be sure to consider your own ministry context and modify it as needed. Look for additional teaching ideas and resources linked at the bottom of this page. Bible Story: The Story of Samson Scripture: Judges 13:1-5, 24 &

God Sends Paul to Help in Macedonia: Sunday School Lesson

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This children’s Sunday School lesson is the next in the series from the Book of Acts. Paul decides to visit the believers from their first missionary journey. Paul and Barnabas part company over a disagreement whether to take John Mark with them. Paul chooses Silas and begins his second missionary journey. This lesson teaches students that the Holy Spirit guides believers as they follow Jesus. Walking with Jesus daily and staying in His Word enables believers to

Teach the Ten Commandments to Kids

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Children can learn the 10 Commandments. Our free resources will help you explain God’s Law to even the youngest kids. Ten Commandments Song Kids’ Bible Study on the Ten Commandments Compare Translations Ten Commandments Coloring Book Learning Activities on the Ten Commandment Children’s version of the Ten Commandments Teaching the Ten Commandments with Hand Motions We absolutely love teaching Bible memorization with ASL sign language for memory cues. There is not better way to help young children,

Preschool Bible Lesson: Jesus Calls the Twelve Disciples (Mark 3:13-19)

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This is lesson continues our curriculum for preschoolers about knowing Jesus. Each lesson is based on a passage in the Gospel of Mark. You can read the series introduction for more explanation and links to the other lessons. This particular lesson focuses on the meaning of Jesus’s call to follow and obey. Preschoolers will understand that Jesus wants them to be his friends and followers. Bible Passage: Mark  3:13-19 Bible Lesson Title: Jesus Calls the Twelve Disciples Target Age

"The Book of Acts" Sunday School Lesson Series

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Take your students on a journey through the Book of Acts where they will learn lessons from the early church after Jesus ascended to heaven and believers received the gift of the Holy Spirit.  Students will learn how they too can live a powerful life serving Jesus as the Holy Spirit empowers them. This page is the index to our series of lesson plans that follow the Book of Acts. This page will be updated as the

Sunday School Lesson: Back to Bethlehem

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Here is another option for Sunday School this Advent Seasons. It’s a lesson plan intended to present the Christmas story of Christ’s birth in Bethlehem and the Shepherd’s announcement of His birth. It was was first prepared for older elementary students and can be adapted for other ministry opportunities. Learning Goal: As students take an imaginary journey to the town of Bethlehem they will learn that God kept His promise to send a Savior who would be born

Jesus Overcomes Temptations Coloring Pages and Worksheets

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Activity Worksheet on the Temptation of Jesus This is a collection of coloring pages based on the temptation of Jesus stories. Carlos Bautista, who is a Bible student in the Philippines, created these pictures. Simple click on the preview images below to download them as printable PDF files. The story of Jesus Temptation can be found in Matthew 4:1-11, Mark 1:12-13, and Luke 4:1-13. Here are the links to our preschool lesson and children’s church lesson about

Baby Moses and the River: Kids Bible Lesson

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This is the 1st lesson of a 5-part series based on the life of Moses. For each story, we are uploading two versions. One is designed for preschoolers and the other for elementary aged children.  Click here to view the index. This free Children’s Church lesson plan was first written for elementary aged students. It covers the story of Moses’ birth and the river. This material could also be used as the Bible lesson for children’s Sunday

King David Sunday School Lesson

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This is the third lesson in a study on Israel’s Kings. Click here to see the lesson index. This lesson is about Samuel anointing David to be king.  The lesson focuses on David’s heart and how he was faithful in his day to day tasks.  This would be an excellent Sunday School lesson, but you could easily use it in kids church or for children’s Bible study at home. Like all our content, it’s 100% free for

Children's Bible Lesson: Israel Asks For a King

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This is the first lesson in a series of the history of Israel’s kings.  Click here to see the lesson index. This lesson introduces students to when the Israelites ask Samuel for a king.  Their request was a rejection to the rule of God as their King.  The students will learn that God’s ways are the best ways and we should keep our eyes on Him and allow Him to be our King instead of wanting to

Preschool Bible Lesson: Jesus Was Tempted (Mark 1:12-13)

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Here is a preschool lesson plan dealing with the temptation of Jesus from Mark 1:12-13. It teaches how Christ was a real human who had to fight against sin just like we do. It also shows that He overcame the devil and can empower us to do the same. Even younger children need to understand these central truths about the character of Jesus. This is the third lesson from a series for preschoolers on knowing Jesus through

Paul and Barnabas (Children's Sunday School Lesson)

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This lesson is a continuation of Paul and Barnabas’ first missionary journey.  In this lesson they experience rejection to the message of the Gospel and also see many respond with faith as they hear the message.  The lesson can be used in Children’s church and also simplified for younger students. Be creative and adapt this lesson to fit your own Sunday School class and teaching style. Bible Story: Paul and Barnabas share the Good News in Pisidian

Memorial Day: Lesson, Craft, Activities for Sunday School

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Memorial Day is May 27, 2019 in the United States. It’s the unofficial start of Summer and typically opening weekend for youth baseball and public swimming pools. It’s also a major camping or long weekend for families. So many of your regular kids may be missing (and a few out of town family visitors may show up). It makes sense to deviate from your normal curriculum series and offer something special Sunday. Memorial Day (in the USA)

Pentecost Sunday School Lesson (Acts 2:1-21) God Gives the Holy Spirit

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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 the Gift of the Holy SpiritScripture: Acts 2:1-21Target Age Group: Age 9 – 11 (U.S. 3rd –

Lesson: Jesus Heals Jairus' daughter

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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 are additional resources to help you individualize for the needs of your students. Bible Story: Jesus Heals

Lesson: The Parable of the Great Banquet

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This Sunday School lesson plan is based on the parable Jesus taught about the Great Banquet.  This lesson was prepared for older elementary students.  It could also be used as a Children’s Church lesson or adapted for younger students.  At the end of the lesson there are additional resources to help you individualize for the needs of your students. For another approach to teaching this parable, check out our related lesson plan “Jesus and the Great Feast.”

Sunday School Lesson "Created For a Purpose"

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Print off this free Sunday School lesson based on the book of Esther. It was first prepared for an older elementary Sunday School class.  With some modification, you could also use it for a Children’s Church lesson or with younger students.  Following the lesson are additional activities that can be helpful for your individual class’s needs. Bible Story: God’s Purpose For Esther Scripture: Esther Target Age Group: Age 9 – 12 (U.S. 3rd – 6th Grade) Learning Context: Sunday School

Kids Bible Lesson: Building the Tabernacle

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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 for improvement in the comment box at the bottom of this page. Bible Story:The Building of the