Image by makezine.com The Apostle Paul told the Philippians in Philippians 1:6 that he is “confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.” We are all a part of the great harvest that gets into heaven. This easy fall Bible […]
Archives for September 2014
The Johnny Appleseed Story & Understanding the Parable of the Sower
Johnny Appleseed is a fond memory for many from when we were growing up. A great American Legend, Johnny Appleseed was a real person. Born John Chapman on September 26, 1774, he was among the American settlers who were captivated by the movement west across the continent. As Johnny Appleseed traveled west, he planted apple trees along the […]
Standing Up For God – A Childrens Devotional Lesson
“Only someone who has God’s Spirit can understand spiritual blessings. Anyone who doesn’t have God’s Spirit thinks these blessings are foolish.” ~ 1 Corinthians 2:14 We can thank God that He doesn’t ask us to do scary things like jump in a hot, fiery furnace to prove He can save us, right? But we live […]
“Grab & Go!” – A Bible Game About Hard Work & Facing Challenges
“All hard work brings a profit, but mere talk leads only to poverty.” ~ Proverbs 14:23 The hard work involved in this fun Bible game will help children better understand some of the reasons why God makes us go through challenges. It’s a great opportunity for kids to learn about working hard, and feeling like you achieved something […]
Helping Kids Respond To Teasing About Their Faith – A Childrens Devotional
Sometimes the best witness we can give people – especially if they’re resistant to scripture – is just some heartfelt stories of how God worked in our lives. Called “testimony,” these stories emphasize that our faith is about a real guy – Jesus – and not just a set of rules. Christianity is different than […]
“Wise As Owls” Owl Gift Bags
With the turning of Fall, our thoughts are filled with the things we are thankful for. One of the greatest things we can be thankful for is God’s wisdom, which in turn makes us wise when we follow him. We can tap into God’s wisdom any time that we pray. The God who created the […]
Food For Thought: Oreo Cookie Owl Cupcakes
One thing we can be thankful for is God’s wisdom, which in turn makes us wise when we follow him. Serving these cute wise owls will help us remember to be thankful, and it gives kids an added lesson in wisdom as well! Materials: Paper Plate Chocolate cup cake (homemade or store bought) Oreo cookies […]
The Past Is Behind Us – A Bible Game About Embracing The Future
It’s okay to relive a memory here and there, but we can’t focus our time and energy on what happened or what could have happened. If we are focusing on the past, we aren’t giving our full attention to the present. And the present is what will help us prepare for the future. If we […]
“Light of the World” Paper Lanterns Bible Craft
Image by mnn.com “You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before men, […]