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Family Ministry Resources

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5 Family God Sightings: Noticing God at Work in Families Today

When we look at families today, many of the general challenges and stressors are fairly easy to identify. But when was the last time you paused to notice the good…

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Bible Memory That Goes From the Head to the Heart

What do you envision when you hear the words “Bible memory?” You may picture a Bible verse on the fridge that parents work on with kids at home. Or perhaps…

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Tips for Teaching Bible Stories to Preschoolers

Are some Bible stories off-limits for preschoolers? How can we teach Bible stories to preschoolers so they truly understand them?  “Don’t teach preschoolers about sin. And don’t teach them that…

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Age-Level Insights: How Kids Learn Bible Stories at All Ages

Here’s a peek into how children of various ages and stages learn Bible stories — and ways to teach them. How Children Learn Bible Stories Ages 2 to 5 Years…

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Choosing a Children’s Bible at a Child’s Reading Level

The challenge in choosing the right children’s Bible is to pick one that communicates God’s message in a way children can read and understand. Remember that each situation is unique.…

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A Reading Plan for Families: One Year in the Bible

Get families reading (and talking about) the Bible with this one-year plan that offers an overview of key events and people in God’s great story. We all want kids to…

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Faith: How to Ensure Kids Are Getting the Message

Wonder whether kids are listening when you teach? Fear your words go in one ear and out the other? When it comes to faith, here’s how to ensure kids are…

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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…

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6 Storytelling Keys to Make the Bible Even More Exciting

Here are simple keys to improving your storytelling skills as you strive to reach children with the greatest story of all. The Bible is the greatest love story ever written…

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Bible Lessons

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Free Bible Lesson: The Parable of the Persistent Widow

In this free Bible lesson, kids explore the parable of the persistent widow in Luke 18 as they discover that God wants us to be persistent in our prayers. Scripture:…

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3 Friendship-Building Bible Activities for Preschoolers

Here are some tangible, fun friendship-building activities for preschoolers in your children’s ministry. As a children’s ministry leader, you know the importance of building lasting relationships with your kids. Check…

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Preteen Bible Activity: Creating Great Commission Maps

By creating these great commission maps, kids get a visual reminder of how they can influence their families, communities, and world. You’ll need: paper markers Preteen Bible Activity: Creating Great…

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Bold Bible Truths: How to Anchor Preteens in the Truth

A faith foundation begins with understanding the truths about who God is and what the Bible teaches. These truths are especially important for preteens to understand as they launch into…

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Preschool Bible Lesson: You Can Have a Friendship With Jesus

In this preschool Bible lesson, kids color activity pages as they discover what it means to have a friendship with Jesus. Scripture: John 14:5-14 Supplies: heart beads (1 per child)…

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3 Ways to Teach the Bible With These Delicious Snacks

Here are three quick-and-easy snacks that take a passage from the Bible and bring it to life using food! Good Sunday school snack times incorporate the day’s lesson into the…

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Volunteer Training: Bringing Your Volunteers Up to Speed

Ever wonder if you have the right person in the right volunteer role or if the volunteer understands your ministry? Here’s what you need to know to get your volunteers…

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Bible Lessons

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Free Preschool Bible Lesson: God Chooses David as King

In this preschool Bible lesson, kids hear how God chose David to be the new king and discover that what’s inside our hearts matters most to God. Preschool Bible Lesson:…

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5 Bible Truths That Make a Monumental Impact

During times of uncertainty, these five timeless Bible truths will make a monumental impact on kids in your church and community. Consider the kids in your church and community. What…

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8 Practical Tips for Getting Kids Into the Bible

Want to get kids into God’s Word? (Who doesn’t?) Here are 8 practical tips for getting kids into the Bible.  Regardless of kids’ age or experience with the Bible, there…

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3 Ways Children’s Bibles Impact Families + Bible Reading Tips for Parents

All the benefits of giving kids age-appropriate Bibles—plus, reading tips you can give to parents to help them encourage their children to read the Bible. 3 Ways Children’s Bibles Impact…

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Bible Lessons

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Tough Questions: Helping Preteens With Questions About Faith

Preteens may have questions about faith, but where do they find their answers? Here is a sample lesson to provide you with the tools to help preteens with their questions.…

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