In Matthew 9, Jesus told the paralytic his sins were forgiven; then he told him to rise up and walk. This Bible object lesson will give children an opportunity to see how wise choices are freeing, but wrong choices – sins– can be very binding; however, Jesus has the power to set us free. JESUS […]
Persistent Prayer Doesn’t Annoy God! A Parable 12 Children’s Sermon
Many of us, young and old, can avoid God sometimes when we are in need. We think either that he already knows our problem, so why bother him, or that for some reason he won’t answer our request. Persistence is a great life skill, and students should learn to apply it to their prayer life. […]
Back to School Mom Challenge: 7 Ways to Pack God in Your Kid’s Backpack
All Christian parents would like their kids to think about God in school – especially while facing temptations or fears or challenges. However, school and God seem not to go together in some critical ways. Kids find it difficult to think of God while in a crowd of their peers, and this is one of […]
Clothes Pin Container of Flowers – A Back To School Kids Craft
Image by easypreschoolcraft.blogspot.com Many young kids have a lot of trepidation about that first day of the new school year. You can excite them by showing them the opportunities to grow bigger, stronger, older. This easy-to-make plant pot can demonstrate what it takes to grow bigger and stronger. Clothes Pin Container of Flowers – A […]
God’s Creation: A Genesis 1 Bible Lesson
On the sixth day, God created man and animals. That must have been fun! In this Genesis 1 Bible lesson, we take a little bit of a different approach, and talk about God’s creation and recognizing the beauty around us everyday as evidence of God’s creativity. God’s Creation: A Genesis 1 Bible Lesson Materials List: […]
Handmade Parachutes Craft & Science Experiment
Summer creates provide many uplifting opportunities. With less time in school, there is more time to pursue our other interests. We can “fall” fast and hard from our winter activities, or we can float more slowly. What goes up, must come down. We are “up” all year with school work and clubs and lessons. Even […]
“Layers of Freedom” Fourth of July Lesson & Science Experiment
“Layers of Freedom” Fourth of July Lesson & Science Experiment This lesson doubles as a science experiment, showing kids how to layer liquids in a glass. It also will show them some things on this patriotic holiday about diversity, tolerance and how God uses freedom to keep us strong. Materials: – Clear Karo syrup – […]
God Dwells Inside of Us! – A Bible Object Lesson
Here is a wonderful Bible object lesson activity you can do with your children, to teach them that God dwells in each and every one of us today. A small box with a lid is used to help children remember this important message. We also share a special prayer that will put the Holy Spirit at the […]
“Time To Rest: Genesis 2:2-3” Freeze Dance Game
“Time To Rest: Genesis 2:2-3” Freeze Dance Game Here’s a new spin on the traditional freeze dance game! It uses the bible verse Genesis 2:2-3, combined with a game of freeze dance to teach children about the importance of rest. Materials – CD Player – Any music Object Children will try to control their dance moves after they […]