Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 1 min Elementary Games: Friendship Circle and Friendship Chain Kids will love playing these two friendship games at Sunday school, church, home, or anywhere! Friendship Circle This game will build children’s self-esteem as they build friendships. You’ll need: 1… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 3 mins Preteen Bible Message: Why Did God Make Me the Way I Am? In this preteen Bible message, kids create a balance as they discover how God loves us—flaws and all. Scripture: Ephesians 2:10 Supplies: Bibles copies of Bold Action Student Books page… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 2 mins Children’s Message for All Ages: God Gives Us Peace Jesus told his disciples not to worry about what they would eat, drink, or wear. He reminded them that God feeds the birds and dresses the flowers, and God will… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 2 mins 3 New Nursery Ideas to Try in Your Ministry This Fall Looking for a few new ministry ideas for this fall? Don’t forget about your youngest kids! These three nursery ideas will help. 3 New Nursery Ideas to Try in Your… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 2 mins 3 Relationship Builders for Toddlers These 3 ideas for toddlers offer building blocks for solid relationships with young peers in your ministry. Construction takes tools, effort, and time—a building doesn’t spring up overnight. Kids’ relationships… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 1 min Celebrate Grandparents’ Day With This Children’s Message Use this interactive devotion and craft to honor special family members and friends on Grandparents’ Day. Text: Genesis 48:8-16 Preparation: You’ll need a Bible colorful papers pens Grandparents’ Day Message… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Lessons Read in 6 mins Ages and Stages: Lessons for Grandparents’ Day Use these wonderful Bible activities to build relationships and engage seniors with children in your ministry. These lessons are a perfect way to celebrate Grandparents’ Day! Grandparents’ Day Lessons for… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 2 mins Fall Game for All Ages: Harvest Relay In this high-energy fall game, kids “harvest” fruit and vegetables as they consider the fruit Jesus wants us to grow. Scripture: John 15:16; Ephesians 5:9 Supplies: tough-skinned fruits and/or vegetables… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Leader Resources Read in 7 mins 9 Ideas for Kids of All Ages to Develop Strong Friendships Developing strong friendships—or what the Bible calls phileo love—between kids can be done on a whim, on or off the schedule, and without prep or new supplies. First Samuel 18:3… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 2 mins Bible Story Snack: God Hears You In this Bible story snack, kids enjoy a snack mix as they discover how God hears their prayers. Bible Story: David escapes Saul and writes psalms to God. (1 Samuel… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 1 min Preschool Craft: Jesus Forgives Us In making this craft, preschoolers discover God’s love as they explore how Jesus forgives us and erases our sin. Scripture: John 8:1-11 Supplies: “Jesus Forgives Board” handout (1 copy per… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 1 min 6 Fantastic Fall Craft Ideas for All Ages As the air becomes cool and crisp and the leaves begin to change into a variety of beautiful colors, you can use these six fantastic fall craft ideas to settle… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Age Level Read in 2 mins 4 Fall Festival Games for Your Children’s Ministry These “everyone-wins” games and activities are perfect for a church fall festival. As children play together, they’ll discover new things about one another—and they’ll have a blast! You’ll build unity… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Lessons Read in 3 mins Bible Lesson: We Show Kindness by Encouraging Each Other In this Bible lesson for all ages, kids explore Genesis 37 as they discover what it means to show kindness by encouraging others. Joseph’s father gave him a beautiful coat… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Age Level Read in 1 min Labor Day Elementary Classroom Activity: All Dressed Up Use Colossians 3:23-24 to talk about how God values the work that we do. This elementary children’s ministry activity is a fun addition to your Labor Day celebration. Labor Day… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 1 min Back-to-School Intergenerational Children’s Message As kids prepare to go back-to-school, use this fun children’s message to help kids transition back into a school-year mentality. Theme: Back-to-School Bible Verses: Proverbs 1:5 Time: 8-10 minutes Preparation:… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Lessons Read in 3 mins 25-Minute Elementary Sunday School Lesson: Labor Day Use this 25-minute Labor Day lesson in your Sunday school class to help kids in grades 1-3 discover that it’s important to rest as we work. Lesson: Labor Day 1.… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 2 mins Interactive Back-to-School Devotion: Fruit of the Spirit Looking for an engaging back-to-school devotion? Use this activity to show kids the importance of faith and the fruits of the Spirit. (Some assembly required. Banana not included.) Bible Verses:… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 3 mins 3 Back-to-School Activities for Kids in Your Children’s Ministry Here are three fun, introspective activities to anchor kids in their friendship with Jesus as they begin their next school year. Back-to-School Activity 1: Music Message You’ll need: Bible tape… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 2 mins Preschool Object Lesson: Jesus Performs His First Miracle In this preschool object lesson, kids discover Jesus’ first miracle as they experience water changing colors. Scripture: John 2:1-12 Supplies: flashlight with batteries red cellophane (check the gift wrap section… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 8 mins 15 A+ Back-to-School Ideas for Children’s Ministry Back-to-School Ideas for Children’s Ministry: These 15 A+ ideas will keep your kids from “checking out” at church! Yellow school buses. Crisp backpacks. The smell of new school supplies. The… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
