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Prodigal Son (Luke 15:1-3; 11-32) Children’s Sermon

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Will God stop loving me when I make bad choices? Will God’s patience ever run out? Jesus’ parable of the Prodigal son gives a radical answer in Luke 15. Our Father God runs after his lost children and welcomes their repentance with rewards not punishment. Download this children’s sermon to share that message with kids at your church this Sunday. Lost and Found; getting what we don’t deserve Main Objective: For young children, the “lost and found”

Salt and Light (Matthew 5:13-20) Sunday School Lesson

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Be “Salt and Light” for Jesus. This Sunday School lesson is from Matthew 5:13-20. We’ve included everything you need to teach. The combined download below includes complete teacher notes, craft examples, object lessons, a preschool version, coloring page, and worksheets. Jesus thrived on imagery. Throughout His ministry, He used parables, analogies, and metaphoric depictions to emphasize His points. Some of these comparisons deal with how Christians should be, or what we ought to be like. This lesson

Lesson: Judge not! God's Mercy Always Wins (Matthew 18:21-35)

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The life of Jesus is full of examples of how Christ criticized judgmental, hypocritical Pharisees, and encouraged his disciples to let God worry over righteousness, and instead live for Him. The epistles echo this sentiment. Unfortunately, modern day Christians and “church people” seem to have developed a reputation for judging or chastising those who might differ from our beliefs and ideas. This lesson takes a peek at what it means to belong to God. Lesson focus: Jesus

Back to School Children's Sermon (Sharp Pencils) Object Lesson

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Use this creative children’s sermon for kids going back to school. It’s based on Proverbs 27:17 and uses pencils as an object lesson. Supplies: Whether or not it is back to school or class testing time, pencils are always valuable tools for demonstrating principles of Christian living. Children’s Message for “Back to School” To emphasize the pencil parables, start by giving each child an unsharpened pencil and piece of paper. Ask them to do something simple, like

Teaching the Gospel with Cereal Boxes

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Kids make great evangelists! They can often go where we can’t. Still, when a child isn’t confident in their relationship with God or how to lead others to Christ, they may be reluctant to share. Still I am committed to discipling children and part of that responsibility is sharing and teaching the gospel with others. Like Jesus showed us through many parables, the principles of the kingdom of God can be likened to many things, even the

Parable of the Sower (Matthew 13:1-9) Preschool Bible Lesson

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This lesson teaches children about salvation using the parable of the sower. Jesus used parables to teach his disciples about The Kingdom of God. This lesson will be best utilized in a Sunday school or a kid’s church setting however it could also be used at a preschool. Objective: To give children an understanding about salvation Targeted Age Group: Preschool Activity: The week before this lesson ask the parents to bring baby picture and current picture of

Object Lesson & Craft: Good Dirt and Good Seeds (Mark 4:1-20)

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Jesus often used images and parables of planting or farming in His teaching. This may very well have been due to the audience and vocations of the day, but even children and adults today can understand and learn from the analogies drawn. In the parable of the sower, we see not only critical elements of evangelism and faith but also concepts of cause and effect, character traits, and patience. In this lesson, students will visit the parable

Lesson: God's Call to Give (Matthew 25:14-30) Stewardship for Kids

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Title: Stewardship Series: God’s Call to Give Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30 Target Age Group: 3rd-5th grade Supplies: Pencils, paper, yellow circles of construction paper Lesson Opening: What is Stewardship? Ask: Has anyone ever heard the word “Steward” before? What do you think it means? (A steward is someone who takes care of another person’s property.) Ask: What does it mean to be responsible for something? Ask: What are some things that you are responsible for? Ask: Did you

Lessons from Legumes…Object Illustration (Psalm 139)

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Surprise or known fact, it is often the most simple and seemingly mundane things that make the best teachable moments for kids. Jesus demonstrated this principle in His ministry. From coins to fish to farming, Christ used parables to explain His points. By using objects that are familiar to kids, the basic and more complex elements of God’s word come to understandable life. *Note: This lesson contains peanuts! Please check for allergies before using J Lesson focus:

"Tiny Faith" Mark 4:26-34 Sunday School Lesson

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This free Bible lesson is based on Mark 4:26-34 when Jesus speaks about the faith of a mustard seed.  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 – 3rd Sunday after Pentecost, Gospel Reading – Mark 4:26-34. Opening Activity – Tiny Faith – Think Small Supplies – paper, writing utensils Give each child a piece of

Lesson: Seeds, Fruits, and Planting Character (Galatians 5:22-23; Galatians 6:7-10)

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Jesus spoke often in parables and metaphors, using imagery of things known to explain things that were harder to understand. We can certainly use that example in teaching young students, using simple things to remind them of important truths. In this lesson, fruit is the main object. We will use real samples to discuss the fruits of the spirit and to compare faith to fruit and seed-planting. Materials: Various fruits to taste and observe (apples, oranges, pears,

Lessons from the Lion…a Fresh Perspective on Christ’s Sacrifice

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Sometimes everyone needs a bit of refreshment of the spirit, and for me that can often come from a good book. In fact, literature can provide amazing and wondrous insights and inspirations in so many ways. One significant power of stories is how they can shed new light on old lessons and principles. Jesus himself demonstrated this in His usage of parables, opening the eyes of his disciples (or trying to, at any rate) by providing illustrations

Not of this World… Bible Lesson about Heaven for Children

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This lesson emphasizes placing our hope and peace in what is far beyond ourselves…God has put a sense of “eternity in our hearts,” yet we often drown that out with our busy-ness and noise. Using inspiration from books and stories, children will be stirred to recall that they are made for more than just earthly delight. Note: This lesson can be expanded into a series or collection following stories and parables, if desired. Also, see addendum for

"Ready, Set, Wait!" Sunday School Lesson from Matthew 25:1-13 on Thankfulness

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This free Bible lesson is based on Matthew 25:1-13 where Jesus tells ‘The Parable of the Ten Virgins”.  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 A – 22nd Sunday After Pentecost, Gospel Reading – Matthew 25:1-13. Opening Activity – Ready, Set, Wait! – Decisions Choose 5 volunteers to come forward and pick one of the following. Skydiving Running

You’re Invited- Sunday School Lesson from Matthew 22:1-14

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This free Bible lesson is based on Matthew 22:1-14 where Jesus tells the parable of the ‘Wedding Banquet”.  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 A – 18th Sunday After Pentecost, Gospel Reading – Matthew 22:1-14 Opening Activity – You’re Invited – Party Charades Supplies – paper, writing utensils, small container Before class write each of the

Object Lessons About the Kingdom of Heaven

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Teaching kids about the kingdom of heaven? Present object lessons based on this passage from Matthew 13:44-46. The simplicity of Jesus’ parables will make it easy for kids to understand and apply to their own lives. “The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field. When a man found it, he hid it again, and then in his joy went and sold all he had and bought that field. Again, the kingdom of heaven is

I AM the Way, the Truth, the Life (John 14:6) Lesson

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Lesson Seven: The Way, the Truth, and The Life Main idea: Jesus is comfort and certainty in an uncertain world. Series: This study is part of a  8- part series on the I AM statements of Jesus. Follow that link to find the other lesson plans. Teacher preparation: Read Scripture references. Gather: Bible; dry erase markers or chart paper and markers; 5-10 pieces of string, each between 10-20 feet; painters tape; 5-10 random objects and toys for the

Bible Lesson: The Greatest Treasure from Matthew 13:44-46

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This free lesson plan will help children understand the value of God’s Kingdom. The study is based on Jesus’ parable of the hidden treasure. Everything else in life is worth giving up to know God more. Gospel Connection: There are many wonderful things that we treasure here on Earth that we can treasure, but the greatest treasure that we could ever obtain is Heaven. As Christians we should be content to give up our Earthly treasures so

10 Non-Kidmin Books that Every Kidmin Should Have

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There are lists of Kidmin books that every personal in children’s ministry should have.  They include titles from people like Jim Wideman, Sue Miller, Reggie Joiner, Dale Hudson, Ryan Frank and many more.  Chances are that you have some or all of them on your shelves already.  The purpose of this post is to give you a list of books that have little or nothing to do with Children’s Ministry that you should also have in your

Godly Play: A Review & Introduction

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As I walked into the classroom, I noticed the simple white shelves that blended right into the walls. I was drawn like a magnet to the materials on these invisible shelves. The different hues of the natural woods, the heft of the brass, the richness of the velvet. Each material was placed on its own tray, organized and respected in their placement. As I walked the perimeter of the room, I realized that each of these were

Preschool Bible Lesson: Parable of the Soils

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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 the Parable of the Soils. Many of us hear the Word regularly, but we must choose how we will respond.  Only allowing the Word to take root deep within us will cause it

Ten Things Every Kid Should Know About God (Book Review)

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This book begins with a personal invitation to the reader. “He is waiting… Not just for anyone, God is waiting for you!” Make no mistake, this book is about more than information. It’s about God and helping kids to know Him in their everyday lives. Ten Things Every Kid Should Know About God – Life Applications to Build Your Child’s Confidence in Salvation, by Tina V. Bryson and published by Leeway Artisans Inc. “presents foundational truths in language your

Jonah Gets Mad at God (Children's Sunday School Lesson)

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This lesson is based on Jonah’s response to God’s mercy to the Ninevites from Jonah 4.  Jonah had experienced God’s mercy and was given a second chance in his life.  Jonah was unmerciful in his response to God’s compassion and mercy to the repentant Ninevites.  The lesson uses Matthew 18:21-35 to bring in a New Testament Scripture as a parallel passage to teach the truth that God has shown sinners great mercy and believers should respond to

Kids Bible Lesson: Parable of the Laborers (Matthew 19:23 – 20:16)

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This lesson is based on Jesus’ parable of the laborers. It was his response when the disciples’ asked, “Who then can be saved?” and Peter’s question of what will be the reward for them since they left all to follow Jesus.  This lesson was prepared for older elementary Sunday School class, but it could be adapted for younger and older students.  Following the lesson are additional resources that will help you prepare for the individual needs of your class. Bible Story: Jesus’ Parable