FREE Children's Ministry Lessons
Kids Bible lessons and ministry resources that teach from the New Testament book of John.
God Shepherds His People (John 10) Lesson #33 in What is God Like? AGE GROUP: elementary (ages 6-11)TIME REQUIRED: 45 minutes This is lesson 33 of 42 in our study on the Attributes of God called “Can you tell me what God is like?” Visit the series index to view all the lessons and get more … Read more
This world is confusing – kids need to learn who they can trust. This message from John 10:22-30 will help them listen for the voice of Jesus, the Good Shepherd. Download the printable PDF and watch the video teaching example below. Main Objective: This lesson comes from an intriguing passage of John’s Gospel. Jesus is … Read more
Even the best Christians mess up, but Jesus is ready to forgive (and use them in His Service). This children’s message from John 21:1-19 teaches those lessons from Peter’s reinstatement. Print the PDF lesson and watch our video example below. Teaching Example Video — Jesus Forgives Peter Children’s Sermon Children’s Message (John 21:1-19) Jesus Forgives … Read more
Jesus is patient with our doubts! In this message from John 20:19-31 children will learn faith can be hard, but our savior is willing to help us believe. Get ready for Sunday – Print this children’s message and watch our teaching example below. Video Example: Doubting Thomas Children’s Sermon Main Objective: It can sometimes be … Read more
How much is Jesus worth to you? Is there anything too costly to lay at his feet? This children’s message from John 12:1-8 will show children that Jesus is the greatest treasure. Nothing compares to the value of HIM. All for Jesus: What is most valuable? Main Objective: On the surface, the story in this … Read more
This shepherd’s voice game idea was shared by Bible Games Central. Use it to add a fun element to Sunday School lessons about Jesus being our Good Shepherd. Use the the Bible references below and it could be a standalone lesson for children’s church too! Be prepared for noise and chaos, with half of the … Read more
Hello, My Name Is… A Series on the Names of God Lesson Fifteen: Jesus in the Names of God Main Idea: We can shout praises to God because we read in the Bible that he sent his son Jesus to save us from our sins so we can be with him forever. Memory Verse: “There is … Read more
This First Miracle craft idea was submitted by a generous reader. Thanks Barb! Simply follow the directions below for a fun learning activity when teaching this Bible story. Jesus First Miracle Craft (John 2:1-11) Needed per child: 3 toilet tissue rolls 9 squares blue tissue paper…3″ sq 9 squares purple tissue paper…3″ sq 1 sign … Read more
When you think about what you want your children to learn at church, what’s the first thing that pops into your mind? We’ve all been there. With so much truth in the Bible where do we start? Why not start where the Bible starts. No, not necessarily creation, but GOD. Who is God? What is … Read more
It’s the time of year for Christmas crafts and Christmas plays and Christmas carols. Our lessons are packed with tinsel and glitter. We’re making clay nativity scenes. We’re pretending to be wise men traveling to see Jesus. Use this activity for a teaching moment for children ages 7-11. In many ways, teaching children’s ministry at … Read more