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Many youth resources are either fun but water down the Word or solid but painfully dry—but that’s not how Jesus taught. Kids need tools that help them connect with God, not just entertainment. This collection is for ministry leaders, parents & teachers - starting with the freebie below. This Bible coloring picture is from my coloring book on the Gospel of Luke that has proved to be a very successful youth ministry and Sunday school tool. Sign up for the free coloring PDF below that you can print as many times as needed - it will be sent straight to your email today.
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7 Ways to Keep Kids Engaged During Long Sunday School Lessons
"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
A Sensitive Father’s Day Sunday School Lesson Plan (with Prodigal Son Story)
This free Father’s Day Lesson is packed with a joyful activity, a fun story, a Bible memory verse, a creative response, and more...
10 Key Old Testament Bible Lessons for Kids
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
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
Queen Esther Bible Lesson
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
Ruth and Boaz Bible Lesson
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
Daniel in the Lion's Den Bible Lesson
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
Jonah and the Big Fish Bible Lesson
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
David and Goliath Bible Lesson
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
Moses and the Burning Bush Bible Lesson
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
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