"Direct your children onto the right path, and when they are older, they will not leave it." - Proverbs 22:6 Yesterday, I was creating (putting together & writing) a Bible-based kids holiday program for a local non-profit our church is supporting. Then it hit me. I need to include a section guiding the facilitators on how to actually keep kids engaged. Your heart is in the right place if you're trying to lead a Sunday School program well - but when the children ignore you, me

This free Father’s Day Lesson is packed with a joyful activity, a fun story, a Bible memory verse, a creative response, and more...

Marriage is a sacred partnership designed by God to reflect Christ’s love. In this post, discover practical, biblical ways to build a Christ-centered marriage through grace-filled communication, forgiveness, prayer, and spiritual growth together. Let’s live out God’s beautiful design for marriage with faith, hope, and love.

Photo by Sixteen Miles Out Prophecies are common in the Bible, yet the term 'prophecy' can be a bit confusing for people today. This gift of the Spirit has tripped up many followers of Jesus, so why did Paul say it should especially be desired? (1 Corinthians 14:1) (This post was originally written for GodsVerse.org - It can be read here) Definitions - What is a prophecy in the Bible? In order to understand what a prophecy in the Bible is, we need to first look at the word 'p

"The Word of God is alive and active" -Hebrews 4:12 The Bible speaks about God as alive, the Word as God-breathed, and the ministry of Jesus and the apostles as filled with power. So why is our study of it all often so. very. stale.?Theology means the study of God (Theos) + (ology). It is faith seeking understanding. Why does theology feel dead? I have a suspicion that theology becomes lifeless whenever it becomes disconnected from the living God.

A flatlay from a book I illustrated - The Child's Place "Everybody needs beauty as well as bread, places to play in an pray in, where nature may heal and give strength to body and soul." - John Muir The source of creativity can feel like an elusive 'thing' that artists and makers of all sorts need to chase down at all cost. Yet, many creatives will agree that when they truly are in flow state, it seems to just flow. It's not so much chasing down, grappling with, or wrestling

I'm a practical theologian and professional editor who just spent a few months immersed in a leadership manuscript by a client from the US. Here are seven (7) patterns and Biblical Leadership Lessons that stood out as I was editing. May you find space here to pause, reflect, and abide. What a Christian Leadership Manuscript Taught Me About Biblical Leadership When I started working as an editor, I expected polishing manuscripts, fixing grammar mistakes, and helping authors f

The Bible is full of impactful stories that can teach kids how to live God's way. These 10 Key Old Testament Bible lessons for kids cover some of the most famous ones. This article gives an overview of the ten lessons and there is a link to each one. From the Creation, to Noah and the Ark, to Abraham’s promise, to Moses and the burning bush, to David and Goliath, to Jonah and the Big Fish, to Daniel in the Lion’s den, to Ruth’s faithfulness, to Esther the queen, and all the w

The Widow's Oil Bible Lesson teaches kids the famous story from the Old Testament and applies it to their own lives. It's about trusting God as their provider. The program elements include a name game, memory verse, song, lesson, Q&A, and prayer. This is lesson #10 in the series on the Old Testament's TEN most epic tales: 1 - The Creator & His Creation 2 - Noah's Flood etc... May you find space here to pause, reflect, and abide. Icebreaker Let every child say which story in

This Queen Esther Bible Lesson was written as part of a Bible program done across schools in South Africa - and it just might be the perfect thing for wherever you are too! This lesson teaches kids about bravery and courage, and knowing their place in God's big story. The program elements include a name game, memory verse, song, lesson, Q&A, and prayer. This is lesson #9 in a series on the Old Testament's most epic tales: 1 - The Creator & His Creation 2 - Noah's Flood and so

This Ruth and Boaz Bible lesson teaches the important values from the story in a way kids can understand. This lesson is focused on what we can learn from Ruth. It's about faithfulness, sticking with God's people, and loyalty. The program elements include a name game, memory verse, song, lesson, Q&A, and prayer. May you find space here to pause, reflect, and abide. Icebreaker “When were you…” happy, excited, shy, angry, sad, heartbroken. Let them raise their hands and share

This is the first Daniel in the Lion's Den Bible Lesson to teach kids the basics of this epic Bible Story. In this lesson, we'll cover why Daniel was thrown into the pit - it was because he lived God's way. Kids will learn what it means to live differently as disciples of Jesus. The program elements include a name game, memory verse, song, lesson, Q&A, and prayer. This is lesson #7 in a series of 10 on the Old Testament's most epic tales: From The Creation to Jonah & the Whal

This Jonah and the Big Fish Bible Lesson is a simple way to teach kids the story of Jonah while pulling some important teachable moments from the text. The lesson ecnourages kids to follow God's call on their lives and to be part of His Big Story. The program elements include a name game, memory verse, song, lesson, Q&A, and prayer. This is lesson #6 in a series on the Old Testament's most epic tales: 1 - The Creator & His Creation 2 - Noah's Flood 3- Abraham's Promise 4 - Mo

This David and Goliath Bible Lesson helps children to proclaim the name of God over their troubles, just like David did. The focus of this lesson is not on the violence or victory, but on the practical application for each kid's own life. The program elements include a name game, memory verse, song, lesson, Q&A, and prayer. This is lesson #5 in a series on the Old Testament's most epic tales: 1 - The Creator & His Creation 2 - Noah's Flood 3- Abraham's Promise 4 - Moses's Cal

Continuing the series of Bible lessons for kids on the Old Testament's most epic tales - here's a Moses and the Burning Bush Bible Lesson. The focus is on how God invited Moses into His BIG STORY. The program elements include a name game, memory verse, song, lesson, Q&A, and prayer. This is lesson #4 in a series: 1 - The Creator & His Creation 2 - Noah's Flood 3- Abraham's Promise May you find space here to pause, reflect, and abide. Icebreaker Say: “Today we’re going to lear

In this God's promise to Abraham Bible Lesson, kids will learn the Old Testament foundation of Jesus Christ. The promise that God made to Abraham would echo out through generations to come until it was fulfilled by Jesus, God incarnate. The aim of this lesson is to teach kids that God is a promise-keeper. The program elements include a name game, memory verse, song, lesson, Q&A, and prayer. May you find space here to pause, reflect, and abide. Icebreaker Hide three items in t

Noah's Ark is not a Bible lesson about God's wrath, man's clever ability, or the Great Flood. This Noah's Ark Bible Lesson teaches kids the value of living close to God - that makes it practical and applicable to their daily lives as disciples of Jesus. The program elements include a name game, memory verse, song, lesson, Q&A, and prayer. May you find space here to pause, reflect, and abide. Icebreaker All the kids find a friend to do a 3-legged race with. If you have somethi

This Creation Bible Lesson takes the Genesis story of Creation an applies it to the child's reality: They are made by the same Creator. This is a Creation Bible Lesson that touches on a personal, heart-level, and initiates the Gospel message in a new way. The program elements include a name game, memory verse, song, lesson, Q&A, and prayer. May you find space here to pause, reflect, and abide. Icebreaker All the children stand in a circle. Each child says their name and names

7 Mothers Day Craft Ideas for Sunday School / Kids Church that have not been done a million times before.

This free Mother’s Day Lesson is packed with a joyful activity, a fun story, a Bible memory verse, a creative response, and more...