This new lesson from the Book of Daniel focuses on the attitude of arrogance versus an attitude of confidence in Christ. The lesson was prepared with older students in mind. The lesson is a guide to provide ideas to teach Daniel 5. Please adapt according to the needs of your students. Bible Story: Belshazzar’s Arrogance Scripture: Daniel 5 Target Age Group: Age 9 – 11 (U.S. 3rd – 5th Grade) Learning Context: Sunday School Target Time Frame: 60
From the life of Nebuchadnezzar in Daniel 4 students will learn that God will humble those who are filled with pride. This lesson was originally presented to older children and teaches them to protect their hearts from pride by choosing to praise God for all things. The lesson is only a guide and may be adapted to the needs of your ministry. Bible Story: Nebuchadnezzar learns to replace pride with praise Scripture: Daniel 4 Target Age Group: Age
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
Try our Valentine’s coloring pages. Each sheet shows the importance of God’s love. These images are for all ages. Simply add crayons or colored pencils for simple hands-on classroom crafts. Pink glitter markers will be fun too. L is for Love – Valentines Day Coloring Our Valentine’s Day coloring pages are free to download and share in your church, home, or school. Simply click on the image previews below to direct download in print-friendly PDF format. The
This lesson plan is based on Daniel chapter 5 and the famous handwriting on the wall story. It recounts how Belshazzar did not learn from the consequences of his grandfather Nebuchadnezzar’s pride. As this story ends, the prideful king loses everything. This Bible study was created for older students and can be adapted for other ministry needs. This is a free guide to help give you ideas in your preparation. We welcome your ideas and comments below. Bible Story:
This lesson is about the humbling of King Nebuchadnezzar from Daniel chapter 4. The powerful king has a disturbing dream about a tree and then God teachers him humility. The students will discover that a life that pleases God requires a humble heart. The lesson was prepared for older students and can be adapted for younger students. This is only a resource to aid you as you prepare for your ministry’s needs. Bible Story: King Nebuchadnezzar is
In a continuation of the study of Israel’s Kings, this lesson covers King Amaziah. He was not wholehearted in his obedience to God. This lesson teaches students the dangers of distractions. A life without focus will be filled with distractions that lead to a disobedient, defeated walk with God. This lesson is only a guide to help you to prepare for your class. It was created for older students but can be adapted for your individual needs. Click
Every week we are diligent to teach our children stories from the Bible and lessons about the character of God, but how often do we step back and put these lessons into the context of the whole Bible? As a child I was regularly taught from the Bible both at church and at home; it was not until I attended a Christian university while taking Bible courses did I start to understand the Bible as one continuous
This is the second lesson from the reign of King Jehoshaphat. It teaches an incredible lesson that when faced with overwhelming odds, God fights for His children who cry out to Him and seek His help. This lesson will help students learn that they can be used by God in times of great difficulty. God can use them to point others to Jesus so they can see His mighty power and ability to help in difficult times.
This page lists all our sequence Bible story coloring pages. Amy Fenton Lee first suggested this type of resource to better serve children with special needs. We soon found that this is a helpful method for all children to review important Bible stories. Click here to leave a comment or suggest future stories we should illustrate in this way. Daniel and the Lions Zacchaeus Meets Jesus Queen Esther’s Story The Story of David Water into Wine The
Normally when I share ideas on here, it’s for things I have already done which worked. Today is a little bit different. Today, I want to share an idea I’ve been kicking around in my head for about a year which I haven’t gotten around to putting into practice yet. That idea is called the Bible Time Machine, and I think it would be a great way to bring the Bible to life for kids. With a
The next lesson in the series of Israel’s kings introduces students to Solomon. As Solomon begins his reign of all the things he could have asked for he asks God for wisdom. Students will learn that God’s wisdom is available to all who ask and by living a life using Godly wisdom they will experience great blessing. This lesson was prepared for older elementary students and can be adapted to your ministry needs. Following the lesson are
This is another lesson from the study of David. It could also work as lesson for Thanksgiving. Click here to see the lesson index. The lesson teaches the generosity and willingness of David and the Israelites to give materials for the future temple that Solomon would build. The focus of the lesson is on how God owns all we have and we show Him our gratitude by giving willingly and generously. The lesson can be adapted for your
OK – That titles a little stronger than our usual book review. But keep reading and you’ll find out why I’m so impressed with this one. “Crash Course,” by Daniel Darling, promises “that it guides you to know what you believe and why you believe it, to make good choices, to find direction, to stay true in a world of lies and to find joy in a tough world. Written in a 100 day devotional format, it
This Bible lesson for preschoolers is based on Mark 1:21-34 when Jesus drives out an evil spirit. Preschoolers will learn that Jesus is in charge because he is God. He is strong to protect us from anything. As his people we are called to obey and love him. He is our boss. This is the fifth lesson from a series for preschoolers on knowing Jesus through the book of Mark. You can read the series introduction for more explanation and links
Use this teaching story to supplement any children’s Bible lesson about trusting God. It could also work as a standalone activity in your Sunday School class. It will help kids flesh out biblical principles in real life. At the end of this page I’ve listed bible topics and verses related to this story. Everyday stories, like this one, can be used in conjunction with a Bible lesson to help children understand what a specific principle might look like
Trunk or Treat can be a fun way for churches to serve their community around Halloween. It’s a simple idea – volunteers decorate their cars in the church parking lot and invite the kids to trick or treat in a safe environment. This post shares some simple ideas for car decorations. Christian trunk or treat ideas 7 Awesome Trunk or Treat Decorations (with Biblical Themes) #1 Treasure in Heaven Themed SUV #2 Armor of God Truck Bed
This lesson is taken from Jonah 3 where Jonah obeys God and is given a second chance to go to Nineveh. As Jonah obeys God the people of Nineveh believe God’s message and repent. This lesson shows the importance of believers obeying God’s command to go into the world and preach the Good News and leave the results up to God. The lesson can be used for Children’s Church and simplified for younger students. You can also
Each week in our Kindergarten and First Grade room, we take an offering that goes to help the support the children our church has sponsored through the World Help Organization. In total, the various Children’s Ministries at our church sponsor six children. In our room, we focus on Daniel so that the kids can feel a personal connection with him. Each week, we review why we give and where the offering money goes. And, each week, the
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 –
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.”
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
This lesson concludes a 10-part series on the book of Esther. Chapter 10 only contains 3 verses but like a fairy tale ending we hear the “happily ever after” on the man behind Esther, her cousin Mordecai. 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 would be born from the family of Abraham. The plot to eliminate the Jews
This lesson is from Daniel 5 where Belshazzar is punished for his pride and arrogance against the Most High God. This lesson can be used for upper elementary students for Sunday School or used as a Children’s Church Lesson. With simplification this lesson can be used for preschool age and younger elementary students. Following the lesson are additional resources to adapt to the needs of your class. Bible Story: The Handwriting on the Wall Scripture: Daniel 5
