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Kids & Teens
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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.

Freebie for Kids Faith Formation

Kids Freebie

Custom Kids Ministry Curriculum

R400.00

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5 Baptism Crafts & Activities Ideas for Sunday School

These 5 easy crafts and activities teach kids about baptism in a new fresh way that has not been done a million times!

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Partnering with Parents in Kids Ministry

We don’t just minister to children—we minister with families. In this post, explore how to build trust, offer encouragement, and walk alongside parents in discipling their kids. With practical tips, a garden metaphor, and 1 Corinthians 3:6, this post reminds us: we plant, they water, and God brings the growth.

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Choosing and Adapting Bible Lessons for Kids

We don’t just want to entertain children with a Bible story. In this post, explore how to choose and adapt lessons that help kids encounter the living Word of God. With simple tools, sensory engagement, and space for the Holy Spirit, your teaching can become a place where children truly meet Jesus.

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Scheduling and Planning for a Smooth Kids Ministry

A smooth kids ministry starts with thoughtful scheduling and clear communication. This post offers simple, practical tips for building routines that help kids feel safe, volunteers stay informed, and your ministry flow with grace and purpose.

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Building and Leading your Kids Ministry Team

Building a strong kids ministry team starts with inviting the right people, offering ongoing encouragement, and partnering closely with church leadership. This post shares practical, heart-centered ways to lead volunteers who create a safe and joyful space where kids can meet Jesus.

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Sensory Learning at Church: Jesus Calms the Storm

God is not dull—so why do we sometimes teach kids about Him in ways that feel flat? Using sensory learning—sight, sound, taste, smell, and touch—we can help children experience the story of Jesus calming the storm in vivid, memorable ways. This post shares practical ideas to bring God’s peace and power to life in your Sunday School.

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Sensory Learning: Jonah and the Whale Sunday School Lesson

God is not dull—so why do we sometimes teach kids about Him in ways that feel flat? Using sensory learning—sight, sound, taste, smell, and touch—we can help children experience the story of Jonah and the Whale in vivid, memorable ways. This post shows practical ideas to bring this powerful story to life in your Sunday School lessons.

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Sensory Showdown: Bringing David & Goliath to Life in Kids Ministry

We serve a wildly creative God—so why does kids’ ministry sometimes feel dull? In this post, I explore how using sensory learning (sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell) can help children experience God in real and meaningful ways. Let’s teach lessons that kids can feel, remember, and connect to—starting with the story of Creation.

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The Role of 5 Senses in Kids Ministry

God is not dull—and our kids’ ministry shouldn’t be either. By using sensory learning tools like sight, sound, taste, touch, and smell, we can help children experience the wonder of God in tangible ways. In this post, I’ll show you how to bring the Days of Creation to life so kids can engage with a God who is real, present, and full of joy.