As Children Arrive. Small-Group Activities That Teach. Bible Time
|
|
- Spencer Watson
- 5 years ago
- Views:
Transcription
1 1
2 Walking with Jesus This event outline provides ideas for a one-hour event based on the theme Walking with Jesus. It s perfect as a faith-encouragement opportunity or an outreach event for children ages 3 to 11 years old. It can also be adapted for your Sunday school classes or as a special event for your church s Bible club. The event includes a Bible lesson, snack and craft ideas, and games. Choose the activities you wish to use, taking into account the size of your group, the children s ages and interests, their background knowledge, their skill levels, and the time available to you. May God bless you as you share Jesus with the children in your care! 2
3 As Children Arrive Position group leaders throughout your welcome area and urge them to greet families warmly as they arrive. Arrange children in groups with four to six children per group. Aim for an even balance of younger and older children in each group. That way, experienced children can help the little ones. Assign one or two adult leaders to stay with each group throughout the event. Group leaders can prepare a tote bag (Item #WJE18TB) for each child by writing the child s name on the bag with a permanent marker. Encourage the children to use the bags to gather items from each of the event activities. As you wait for everyone to arrive, help children get excited about the event by starting conversations with them. To do this, enlarge the shoe pattern from the end of this guide on a poster board. Write Walking with Jesus as a title on the shoe. Ask children to complete this sentence and write their answers on the shoe: When I walk with Jesus, I know... Be prepared to suggest possible answers for the younger children. For example: I m protected. He s always listening. I m walking with my Friend. I am never alone. Save the poster board for the Large-Group Worship at the end of the event. After everyone arrives, it s time to begin the small-group activities. Get everyone s attention and explain that the groups will be moving from one activity to the next. Let them know that you will give a signal (ringing a bell, sounding a whistle, or playing traveling music ) every ten minutes to indicate that it s time to rotate. Small-Group Activities That Teach Bible Time Start with a riddle. Can you guess the answer to this riddle? If you turn around to look for me, you won t see me. If you look down, you won t see me. But watch out! If you drop your shoe, I ll grab it! Answer: Gravity Gravity is something that s always with us but we never see it! Today we ll be talking about this Bible promise Jesus gives us: I am with you always (Matthew 28:20). We ll find out more about who Jesus is, what he has done for us, and why it s important to remember that he is always with us. I have a real-life story for you: A few years ago, a group of sixth graders was celebrating at a swimming pool birthday party. In the midst of the celebration, some of them noticed that one of their friends was in trouble at the bottom of the pool. When they pulled him out, he didn t have a pulse and he wasn t breathing! 3
4 One of the friends, Skylar Berry, knew CPR. She started CPR and continued until he began to breathe on his own. Skylar saw her friend in trouble and saved his life! The reason I wanted you to hear that story today is because it helps us understand who Jesus is and what he has done for us. The Bible tells us, All have sinned (Romans 3:23). Our sin has very serious consequences. Unless someone takes our sin away, we would have to live apart from God, our loving heavenly Father, for now and forever! Just like the boy in the pool, we cannot rescue ourselves. But Skylar gives us a great picture of Jesus. Jesus rescued us! He loves us and he did what had to be done to save us! It was not CPR that we needed. We needed someone who could take away our sin and give us a whole new life. Jesus did that! Jesus is our Lifesaver! He lived a perfect life in our place and then he suffered and died on the cross in our place. He was punished instead of us. Jesus didn t stay dead, either. He rose from the grave and he is alive! One day, after he rose from the dead, he was with his disciples. He told them to go into the world and tell everyone the good news about Jesus the Savior so all believers could be disciples, too. And then he promised, I am with you always. Jesus promise is for each of you, too! Today we ll think about what that means. Please repeat this prayer after me: Dear Jesus,/ Thank you for being my Lifesaver!/ Thank you for your promise to be with me always./ I love you, Jesus./ Amen./ Snack Time Plan to serve snacks kids would enjoy with their friends. (Be sure to check for allergies!) Some ideas include... Fruit pieces, such as apple slices, orange segments, banana chunks, or grapes A veggie tray that includes cucumber slices, carrot sticks, and celery with ranch dip Snack crackers Trail mix While the children are eating, give each group of children a question to discuss. The questions are found on page 10 of this guide. Instruct each group s adult leader to read the question and answer it with details from his or her life. Then, open the discussion up for the children. Group leaders should keep the discussion moving and provide help for younger children wishing to share their thoughts. Crafts Here are some possibilities for craft time. Choose the craft that best fits your situation and the children at your event. 4
5 Beaded Cross Backpack Tag What You ll Need One kit for each child (Item #WJE18KT) What You ll Do 1. Fold the cord in half and secure a knot underneath a large loop, as shown on the back of the card. 2. String both ends of the cord through three beads. 3. Separating the ends of the cord, string each one through more beads, three on each side. Then secure each arm of the cross by looping the cord back, over the nearest bead but through the other two beads of the arm. 4. The two ends of the cord should now meet back in the middle. String both ends through the remaining five beads and secure with a knot. As the children work, remind them that Because Jesus, our Friend and Savior, died and came alive again, we can be sure that all of our sins are forgiven. He loves us and forgives us, and he promises to be with us always. Encourage them to hang the tag on their backpack or somewhere in their bedroom. Bouncy Ball What You ll Need ½ cup warm water 1 Tbsp Borax 1 Tbsp cornstarch 2 Tbsp white liquid glue Food coloring Small disposable containers (cups or bowls) Measuring cups Measuring spoons Plastic forks Small plastic bags What You ll Do Add the Borax to the warm water. In a separate small bowl, mix the cornstarch, glue, and food coloring. Stir the glue mixture into the Borax mixture. After about 20 seconds, when the glue mixture has hardened, use a fork to take it out of the water. If it s still sticky, squeeze it in your hands a few times and dip it in the water again, stirring it around. 5. Roll the mixture in your hands to make a ball. (The ball may flatten after sitting on a flat surface. If that happens, just roll it into a ball shape again.) 6. Let the children play with their bouncy balls. It s fun to bounce them on a wall and try to catch them! Say, It s not easy to stay with your ball as it bounces, and you may not bounce around quite this much. But remember, wherever you go, Jesus promises, I am with you always. 7. Provide the children with small plastic bags for storing their bouncy balls. Note: This recipe makes one large or two small balls. To keep things a bit cleaner and to save time, you could premeasure the ingredients in steps 1 and 2 so that the children start with step 3. 5
6 Framed Art What You ll Need A cardboard box lid for each child (shoebox lids work well) Craft paper or wrapping paper to cover the lids Scissors Glue or tape Copies of the Bible verse page from page 11 of this guide Markers, crayons, and other decorating supplies Yarn or string What You ll Do 1. Help the children cover their box lid with the craft paper or wrapping paper. 2. Give each child a Bible verse page and encourage him or her to decorate it. 3. Glue the Bible verse page to the inside of the box lid. 4. Fasten a loop of yarn or string to the back of the box lid for hanging. What You ll Say As the children work, talk with them about the verse. Remind them that walking with Jesus means he is always by their side. Jesus is always with us to love and help us. Encourage them to hang their framed art in a place where it will remind them of Jesus promise: I am with you always. Games and Fun Choose the game(s) below that will work best for your setting and the children attending your event. Before each game, the leader should explain the instructions. The leader should also explain how the game can help us think about what it s like to walk with Jesus. Race You There! Introduce the game by saying, Picture yourself walking somewhere with a friend. You re talking and having a great time. Suddenly, your friends says, Race you to that pole! And before you know it, you re both running as fast as you can! We are going to play a racing game like that. Show the children the start and finish lines. Set the distance so that it s appropriate for the age of the children present. As much as possible, match racers of similar age and ability. Proceed to have a race-off until you have only a few racers left. Congratulate the top runners. Then give everyone a Walking with Jesus Backpack Tag (Item #WJE18LT). Remind them: Walking with Jesus means that he s with you wherever you go. When you see this tag on your backpack, let it remind you that he is with you and that he helps you to be kind and share his love with the people around you. 6
7 Shoe Match Group the children in pairs (see the note below for adjusting group size). Give each pair one blindfold. One person in the pair should put on the blindfold and wait while the other person removes one shoe and puts in a pile with the shoes from the other pairs. Then, the person with the blindfold tries to find his or her partner s shoe, listening for the partner s directions. The first group to finish wins. You can repeat the game by reversing roles. Note: If you d rather have larger groups working together, you can assign one blindfolded person to each group, have him or her put a shoe in the pile, and have a certain number of children from the group also put one shoe in the pile. Then, the group provides instructions to help the blindfolded child find his or her own shoe. Say: When you were the blindfolded person, you tried to listen carefully for your partner s voice so you could follow the directions for getting the missing shoe back. Walking with Jesus also means listening carefully to him. How does he talk to us? He gives us his Word, the Bible. Give each child a Walking with Jesus Activity Book (Item #WJE18AB, for ages 7 11) or Gospel Fun for Little Ones (Item #WJE18GF, for ages 3 6) and explain that the book will help them learn more about the Bible and walking with Jesus. Who Is It? This is a game of observation. Have one child, the guesser, leave the room. While the child is out of the room, the other children should stand in a circle. Appoint one of them to be It. The child who is It starts a pattern of movement. The others follow, imitating the way It moves, but they do it in such a way that the guesser won t see them watching the child who is It. The child who is It will change up the pattern every 15 seconds or so, trying not to be caught by the guesser. Bring the guesser into the room and explain that he or she is supposed to guess who is leading the other children in the motions they re doing. When the guesser figures out who is It, then the person who was It leaves the room to become the next guesser. Then appoint a different child to be It. Allow a few minutes at the end of the game to talk about it. Have the children sit on the floor. Then ask the guessers what it felt like to be watching the other children. Close by saying, Walking with Jesus can also mean that we pay attention to the people around us. We notice when they might need help or extra care. Because we know about Jesus love, we can help them and tell them Jesus promise: I am with you always. Give everyone a glow-in-the-dark bracelet with shoe tag (Item #WJE18BT12P). Consider giving the children two gifts and encouraging them to save the second one to give to a friend. God s Word to Me Gather the children in an area large enough for throwing flying discs. Play the game all together or, if you have a large number of children, group them and have each group play the game in a specific area. Hand each group of students a flying disc (Item #WJE18FD). Establish a starting line and a finish line. Everyone begins at the starting line. You throw the disk to the first person on the left. When that child catches the disk, he or she reads the verse touching his or her hand and then tries to recite it eyes closed. 7
8 Scoring: The child can take three steps for reciting the verse and reference correctly or one step if only part of it was correct. The child then throws the disc to the next person. First person to the finish line wins! Send the children home with discs of their own so they can continue to learn God s Word. Say: Reading verses like these from the Bible, is a great way to get to know who Jesus is and learn about what he s done for you. Take this disc home and play the game with your neighborhood friends. Tell them what it s like to be walking with Jesus. Large-Group Worship As groups complete their last activity, have them return to the central meeting area where you began. As each group arrives, ask if they have more to add to the poster board you started when they arrived. Help them include ideas they learned during the event. When all of the groups have gathered together, read the Ministry Message titled Walking with Jesus from the Resource & Idea Center at Where you can, tie the children s responses, recorded on the poster board, to the message. Then lead the children in singing this song. (Tune: He s Got the Whole World in His Hands ) He ll be with me-e, all the time. He ll be with me-e, all the time. He ll be with me-e, all the time. Jesus he loves me! He ll be with you-u, all the time. He ll be with you-u, all the time. He ll be with you-u, all the time. Jesus loves you, too! If you haven t already given tote bags to the children (Item #WJE18TB), hand them out now. Students may put any completed projects, activity books, and informational papers inside the tote bag to take home. Involve parents in teaching the faith by sending home the Walking with Jesus Family Prayer Activity (Item #WJE18AK). It encourages children to pray for the people around them. After the event and cleanup, gather all the volunteers. Pray together for the children who attended and for their families. Ask that the Holy Spirit would lead each child to learn more about Jesus and to bless the Word he has already planted in their hearts CTA, Inc. Permission to make photocopies or reproduce by any other mechanical or electronic means is granted and is intended for use within a church or other Christian organization, but not for resale. #WJE18DCE Scripture quotations are from the ESV Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version ), copyright 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. 8
9
10 What time of day do you most need to be reminded of Jesus words: I am with you always? Do you know of someone who is worried or afraid? How could you remind that person of Jesus words: I am with you always? Tell about the best thing that happened yesterday and the worst thing that happened yesterday. Looking back, how would those things have been different if you had remembered Jesus words: I am with you always? Think about the adults you know. Tell about how you ll remind one of them tomorrow of Jesus words: I am with you always. Looking ahead to the next day or two, when is a time you want to be sure to remember Jesus words: I am with you always? How can you remind yourself? Name three happy times when it s great to know Jesus is with you. Then name one difficult time when his promise comforts you: I am with you always.
11 Matthew 28:20 ESV Matthew 28:20 ESV
Christmas PARTY OUTLINE
Christmas PARTY OUTLINE #CCJ18DCE ESUS Is the SWEETEST GIFT The gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. Romans 6:23 This event outline is designed for children ages 3 8 and provides
More informationIdeas for a Fall Fun Night
Expanding the Impact of Your Gifts of Encouragement When I am afraid, I will put my trust in you. Psalm 56:3 NLT Ideas for a Fall Fun Night Complete with Adaptations for a Back-to-School Night or a Fall
More informationEASTER EVENT OUTLINE
EASTER EVENT OUTLINE Sing and Shout! Jesus Lives! This event outline provides ideas for a one-hour Resurrection Day/Easter event based on the theme Sing and Shout! Jesus Lives! It s perfect as a spring
More informationSmall-Group Activities That Teach
This event outline provides ideas for approximately an hour-long Resurrection/Easter program based on the theme Jesus Makes All Things New! It s perfect as a spring outreach event for children ages 3 to
More informationLESSON 1: A MIRACULOUS CATCH OF FISH
LESSON 1: A MIRACULOUS CATCH OF FISH Large Group Leader Guide Luke 5:1-11 Classroom: PreK-2 10/01/2016 Teachers Dig In Dig In to the Bible Read: Luke 5:1-11 In This Passage: Jesus finds some fishermen,
More informationGod made our world and wants us to take care of it.
God Shows Adam and Eve the World He s Made Lesson 4 Bible Point God made our world and wants us to take care of it. Bible Verse God made the world (adapted from Genesis 1:1). Growing Closer to Jesus Children
More informationChristmas Party Outline
Christmas Party Outline 2 This event outline provides activity ideas for kids based on the theme Christ the Savior Is Born. While the ideas are presented as components of a single hour-long program, those
More informationJesus is alive. Teacher Enrichment. Bible Point. Bible Verse. Growing Closer to Jesus. Bible Basis n We can tell others that Jesus is alive.
We Can Tell Others That Jesus Is Alive We Can Tell Others That Jesus Is Alive Lesson 8 Bible Point Jesus is alive. Bible Verse Jesus is alive (adapted from Matthew 28:6). Growing Closer to Jesus Children
More informationMary Hears Good News. Teacher Challenge. Bible Story Matthew 1:18-25; Luke 1: God s Word
Mary Hears Good News Bible Story Matthew 1:18-25; Luke 1:26-56 Teacher Challenge Hope is trusting that you will see the fulfillment of what you long for. The Israelites had hoped for thousands of years
More informationKids Event Outline. As Children Arrive
2012 CTA, Inc. Permission to make photocopies or reproduce by any other mechanical or electronic means is granted only to the original purchaser and is intended for use within a church or other Christian
More informationJesus loves us. Teacher Enrichment. Jesus Loves Children Lesson 11. Bible Point. Bible Verse. Growing Closer to Jesus
Jesus Loves Children Lesson 11 Bible Point Jesus loves us. Bible Verse Jesus loves children (adapted from Mark 10:14). Growing Closer to Jesus Children will n learn that Jesus loves children, n discover
More informationKids Event Outline. it for midweek classes and Bible clubs that meet during February. second weekend in February. You might also think about adapting
God s Great You re Mine All the Time, Valentine Promises Kids Event Outline 2009 CTA, Inc. Permission to make photocopies or reproduce by any other mechanical or electronic means is granted only to the
More informationOLDER KIDS BIBLE STUDY OVERVIEW
Sunday, Sept 21, 2014 Kidzone 2nd- 4th Grade Small Group TEACHER BIBLE STUDY Jesus Met Nicodemus John 3:1-21 Jesus ministry had begun. His first miracle was at a wedding in Cana, turning water into wine.
More informationHe is not here: for he is risen. Matthew 28:6
Easter Event Outline He is not here: for he is risen. Matthew 28:6 1. The Very Best Morning He is not here: for he is risen. Matthew 28:6 This event outline provides ideas for a one-hour Resurrection Day
More informationLESSON 10: NICODEMUS VISITS JESUS AT NIGHT
LESSON 10: NICODEMUS VISITS JESUS AT NIGHT Leader Guide for One Room Classroom: M y One Room Classroom John 3:1-21 08/21/2016 Teachers Dig In Dig In to the Bible Read: John 3:1-21 In This Passage: One
More informationThe Lord s Prayer. (Matthew 6:5-15) SPARK RESOURCES: Spark Story Bibles, SUPPLIES: Chart paper, marker
BIBLE SKILLS & GAMES LEADER GUIDE The Lord s Prayer (Matthew 6:5-15) Age-Level Overview Age-Level Overview Open the Bible Activate Faith Lower Elementary WORKSHOP FOCUS: Jesus taught us the Lord s Prayer.
More informationJesus Is God s Gift. Teacher Enrichment. Jesus Is God s Gift of Love Lesson 3. Bible Point. Bible Verse. Growing Closer to Jesus
Jesus Is God s Gift of Love Jesus Is God s Gift of Love Lesson 3 Bible Point Jesus Is God s Gift Bible Verse Jesus is God s gift (adapted from Isaiah 9:6a). Growing Closer to Jesus Children will n discover
More informationA Miraculous Catch. Lesson at a Glance
Lesson at a Glance Lesson Objectives The children will identify Peter as someone who loved Jesus and obeyed him even when it was hard to obey. The children will list ways to obey God. The children will
More informationThe Vine and the Branches Lesson Aim: To understand what it means to remain in Jesus and bear fruit.
Camp Venture Counselor s Guide: Ages 6-12 Kings & Kingdoms Part 1: The Life of Jesus Unit 5, Lesson 25 THE WORSHIP - AT THE CAMPFIRE Who God is: The King Who Teaches The Vine and the Branches Lesson Aim:
More informationWe love him, because he first loved us. 1 John 4:19
EVENT GUIDE We love him, because he first loved us. You Are God s One-of-a-Kind Valentine KIDS EVENT OUTLINE This event outline provides ideas for an hour-long program based on the theme You Are God s
More informationJesus Taught Us How to Pray
6 Jesus Taught Us How to Pray BIBLE BASIS Bible Focus: Matthew 6:5-15 Discovery Point: Jesus taught us how to pray. Worship Response: Children will learn about prayer from the master teacher: Jesus! They
More informationJoy and Contentment. Lesson Plan
Joy and Contentment Lesson 1 Lesson at a Glance Lesson Objectives The students will compare and contrast joy and anxiety. The students will explain Paul s secret to contentment. The students will state
More informationArrested in Jerusalem
Arrested in Jerusalem Lesson 6 Lesson at a Glance Lesson Objectives The students will sequence the events surrounding Paul s arrest. The students will name one of Paul s responses tpposition. The students
More informationWe Thank God. Teacher Enrichment. We Thank God in Many Ways Lesson 12. Bible Point. Bible Verse. Growing Closer to Jesus
We Thank God in Many Ways Lesson 12 Bible Point We Thank God Bible Verse We thank God (adapted from Psalm 107:1). Growing Closer to Jesus Children will n realize that God wants them to thank him, n explore
More informationLuke 10:38-42; John 12:1-7
Scripture Reference: Luke 10:38-42; John 12:1-7 This session is part of Unit 7: Learning from Jesus Other sessions in this unit include: Jesus Visits the Temple Jesus Calls Disciples Jesus Raises Jairus
More informationJesus loves us. Teacher Enrichment. Jesus Loves Us All the Time Lesson 12. Bible Point. Bible Verse. Growing Closer to Jesus
Jesus Loves Us All the Time Lesson 12 Bible Point Jesus loves us. Bible Verse Jesus loves children (adapted from Mark 10:14). Growing Closer to Jesus Children will n realize that Jesus loves them when
More informationShepherds at the Stable
Shepherds at the Stable Bible Story Luke 2:8-20 Teacher Challenge The shepherds were simple, hardworking people, tied to their herds and to the land not wealthy, welleducated or important. There were surely
More informationPeter and the Disciples Tell the Good News
Unit 6 BEAR HUG23 Peter and the Disciples Tell the Good News Make It Stick: Mark 16:15: Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature. (Short version in bold.) The Big Buzz: The Lord Jesus
More informationJesus loves us. Teacher Enrichment. Jesus Loves Everyone Lesson 10. Bible Point. Bible Verse. Growing Closer to Jesus
Jesus Loves Everyone Lesson 10 Bible Point Jesus loves us. Bible Verse Jesus loves children (adapted from Mark 10:14). Growing Closer to Jesus Children will n know that Jesus loves them, n realize that
More informationIt s a Secret. Day 1. Today s Bible experience. Purpose statement. Summary. Bible memory. Matthew 13:10-11a, 16. God will help us understand.
Day 1 It s a Secret Bible background Jesus sometimes told stories in the form of parables. Parables use common objects and concepts to point toward a deeper meaning. Today s text is a brief introduction
More informationfor 3s Pre-K SESSION 1 SESSION 2 SESSION 3 paper crayons blocks play dishes play food SESSION 4 SESSION 5 SESSION 6
BONUS TEACHING HOUR for 3s Pre-K Unit 1. Do I Matter? COORDINATOR S PAGE SESSION 1 SESSION 2 SESSION 3 MIRIAM AND MOSES MOSES LED THE PEOPLE CROSSING THE RED SEA VOLUNTEERS WILL NEED paper large shallow
More informationGod Makes Me Happy. Lesson at a Glance
Lesson at a Glance Lesson Objectives The children will identify the Ethiopian as a man who was happy when he found God. The children will name Philip as the man who helped the Ethiopian. The children will
More informationTHE WORSHIP AT THE CAMPFIRE Who God Is: The Spirit Who Guides Us
Camp Venture Counselor s Guide: Ages 6-12 Prophets & Promises Part 1: Acts through Revelation Unit 5, Lesson 24 Letters About Forgiveness of Sin Lesson Aim: To know we are all sinners and that through
More informationFilling the Nets Lesson Aim: To see how Jesus miracles were intended to help individuals and groups trust and follow Him.
Teacher s Guide: Ages 6-7 God of Wonders Part 1: Miracles of Jesus Unit 1, Lesson 2 Filling the Nets Lesson Aim: To see how Jesus miracles were intended to help individuals and groups trust and follow
More informationAn Angel Announces Jesus Birth
An Angel Announces Jesus Birth Scripture: Matthew 1:18-24; Luke 1:26-38, 46, 47 Bible Memory: Matthew 2:1, 2 Jesus was born.... We came to worship him. (ICB) Jesus was born.... We... come to worship him.
More informationEvangelism. Teacher s Devotional. Bible Story: Lydia Hears Good News Acts 16:6-15. God s Word. God s Word & Me LESSON ELEVEN
Evangelism Bible Story: Lydia Hears Good News Teacher s Devotional Our world has rapidly shrunk in recent years. People now travel from country to country the way they used to go from one state to another.
More informationThe Great Banquet Lesson Aim: To see that we need to respond to Jesus invitation.
Camp Venture Counselor s Guide: Ages 6-12 Kings & Kingdoms Part 1: The Life of Jesus Unit 5, Lesson 27 The Great Banquet Lesson Aim: To see that we need to respond to Jesus invitation. THE WORSHIP - AT
More informationLessons for the Leader. Daniel
Week of July 14, 2013 Lessons for the Leader What comes to mind when you hear the phrase peer pressure? Many times when a person is experiencing peer pressure, he has to choose between right and wrong.
More informationEzekiel and the Dry Bones Lesson Aim: To understand what it means to have a new heart and a new life. (Salvation Message)
Teacher s Guide: Ages 10-12 Prophets & Promises Part 2: Elijah through Malachi Unit 9, Lesson 43 THE WORSHIP Who God is: The God Who Is Lord of All Ezekiel and the Dry Bones Lesson Aim: To understand what
More informationPromises, Projects, Prayers
Promises, Projects, Prayers Favorite Bible verses become favorites because they are comforting, encouraging, and useful for providing guidance in our everyday life. This unique journal helps children learn
More informationKINDERGARTEN OVERVIEWS November 30 January 12 UNIT 1 PRESTONWOOD
KINDERGARTEN OVERVIEWS November 30 January 12 UNIT 1 PRESTONWOOD 4:45 p.m. and 9:15 a.m. Kindergarten Hoping November 30 & December 1, 2013 Unit 1, Session 1 Bible Story: Jesus Walked on Water Bible Story
More informationHealing the Deaf and Mute Man Lesson Aim: To hear the salvation message, to be invited to respond to it, and to share it with others.
Teacher s Guide: Ages 6-7 God of Wonders Part 1: Miracles of Jesus Unit 2, Lesson 9 Healing the Deaf and Mute Man Lesson Aim: To hear the salvation message, to be invited to respond to it, and to share
More informationA Special Meal for God s Family, the Church. preschool
A Special Meal for God s Family, the Church preschool We are grateful to Dr. Mimi Larson for her work in developing A Special Meal for God s Family. Mimi has served more than 25 years in church ministry
More informationTake a look at this verse. In the space below, complete the phrases about God.
WEEK ONE READ 1 JOHN 1:9 DAY 1 Find a REALLY dirty penny and let s perform a little science experiment. Ask an adult for some lemon juice or ketchup from the kitchen. Place that dirty penny into the bottom
More informationWe can listen to God and thank God. Bible Verse
Hannah Gives Samuel Back to God Lesson 2 Bible Point We can listen to God and thank God. Bible Verse I listen carefully to what God is saying (adapted from Psalm 85:8). Growing Closer to Jesus Children
More informationJohn the Baptist. Lesson at a Glance
Lesson at a Glance Lesson Objectives The children will state that John the Baptist helped people believe in. The children will thank God for being humble and loving them. The children will state ways that
More informationBullies. Teacher s Devotional. Bible Story: Elisha s Surprise 2 Kings 6:8-23. God s Word. God s Word & Me LESSON SEVEN
Bullies Bible Story: Elisha s Surprise Teacher s Devotional Bullies we ve all known a few! Did bullies punch you in the school hallway? Take your lunch money? Call you names? Make fun of you? Human nature
More informationAbram Follows God s Direction
Session 8 Abram Follows God s Direction Genesis 12:1-8 Worship Theme: God is our guide. Weaving Faith Into Life: Children will praise God for guiding them in their lives. Session Sequence What Children
More informationFilling the Nets Lesson Aim: To see how Jesus miracles were intended to help individuals and groups trust and follow Him.
Teacher s Guide: Ages 8-9 God of Wonders Part 1: Miracles of Jesus Unit 1, Lesson 2 Filling the Nets Lesson Aim: To see how Jesus miracles were intended to help individuals and groups trust and follow
More informationOur Lord Jesus Christ has made
Our Lord Jesus Christ has made us friends of God. Romans 5:11 Kids Event Outline This event outline provides ideas and activities for an hour-long children s event for kids ages 7 11. Plan to use this
More informationWe can tell others about Jesus birth.
Praise Jesus! Angels Appear to Shepherds Lesson 3 Bible Point We can tell others about Jesus birth. Bible Verse Go into all the world and preach the Good News to everyone (Mark 16:15). Growing Closer to
More informationHe Shared His Lunch. Lesson Plan
Lesson at a Glance Lesson Objectives The children will state that Jesus fed five thousand people with five loaves and two fish. The children will learn positive things about sharing. The children will
More informationLetters to the Seven Churches Lesson Aim: To know Jesus cares about our ongoing relationship with Him. (Salvation Message)
Teacher s Guide: Ages 6-7 Prophets & Promises Part 1: Acts through Revelation Unit 6, Lesson 30 Letters to the Seven Churches Lesson Aim: To know Jesus cares about our ongoing relationship with Him. (Salvation
More informationLessons for the Leader. Jesus Loved Mary and Martha
Week of October 14, 2012 Lessons for the Leader Life repeats itself siblings complained about each other in Bible times and they do today as well. How do you respond when your friends squabble with their
More informationJesus and the Lost Sheep
Date: Series: Jesus and the Lost School Year 2, Lesson 38 Jesus and the Lost Sheep Take Home Point: *I am important to God. *Repeat this phrase throughout the lesson. Leaders say the phrase and the children
More informationGod Is With Us. Teacher Enrichment. God Is With Us All the Time Lesson 11. Bible Point. Bible Verse. Growing Closer to Jesus
God Is With Us All the Time Lesson 11 Bible Point God Is With Us Bible Verse God is with us (adapted from Joshua 1:9c). Growing Closer to Jesus Children will n learn that David loved God, n realize that
More information3 s Pre K OVERVIEWS PRESTONWOOD. Unit 1 March 8 April 12
3 s Pre K OVERVIEWS PRESTONWOOD Unit 1 March 8 April 12 March 8, 2015 Unit 1 Lesson 1 Bible Story: Name Him Jesus Bible Story Passage: Matthew 1:18-24; Luke 1:26-56; Luke 2:1-20 Life Verse: This is Jesus.
More informationHealing the Deaf and Mute Man Lesson Aim: To hear the salvation message, to be invited to respond to it, and to share it with others.
Teacher s Guide: Ages 10-12 God of Wonders Part 1: Miracles of Jesus Unit 2, Lesson 9 Healing the Deaf and Mute Man Lesson Aim: To hear the salvation message, to be invited to respond to it, and to share
More informationElijah and Elisha Lesson Aim: To know God gives us spiritual gifts and mentors to help us accomplish the work He has for us.
Teacher s Guide: Ages 6-7 Prophets & Promises Part 2: Elijah through Malachi Unit 7, Lesson 33 Elijah and Elisha Lesson Aim: To know God gives us spiritual gifts and mentors to help us accomplish the work
More informationThe Lord s Prayer. (Matthew 6:5-15) SPARK RESOURCES: Spark Story Bibles,
ART LEADER GUIDE The Lord s Prayer (Matthew 6:5-15) Age-Level Overview Age-Level Overview Open the Bible Activate Faith Lower Elementary WORKSHOP FOCUS: Jesus teaches me how to pray. PRAYING HANDS PRINTS:
More informationLetters About Forgiveness of Sin Lesson Aim: To know we are all sinners who receive complete forgiveness through Jesus.
Teacher s Guide: Ages 10-12 Prophets & Promises Part 1: Acts through Revelation Unit 5, Lesson 24 Letters About Forgiveness of Sin Lesson Aim: To know we are all sinners who receive complete forgiveness
More informationThe Last Supper. John 13:1-15; Matthew 26:26-30
Leader Devotional Jesus knew it was time for Him to die. He sat down with His disciples for the Passover meal and did something very unusual. Jesus washed His disciples feet. This humble act was usually
More informationJesus Crucifixion and Resurrection
2 s and PK April 15th/16th (20.2) Jesus Crucifixion and Resurrection Bible Passages: Matthew 26:36-28:10; John 18:1-20:18 Main Point: Jesus died on the cross and is alive. 2 s Memory Verse: Jesus is Lord.
More informationLessons for the Leader. The First Church
Week of July 1, 2012 Lessons for the Leader Have you ever been assigned to work alongside people you had difficulty communicating with? Maybe they were people you would not typically gravitate to, but
More information3 s PRE-K OVERVIEWS August 31 October 6 UNIT 1 PRESTONWOOD
3 s PRE-K OVERVIEWS August 31 October 6 UNIT 1 PRESTONWOOD 4:45 p.m. and 9:15 a.m. 3 s Pre K Teacher Jesus August 31 & September 1, 2013 Unit 1, Session 1 Bible Story: Jesus talks about the Beatitudes
More informationGOD MADE ANIMALS LEADER BIBLE STUDY. LIFE POINT: G od
GOD MADE ANIMALS made every animal. LEADER BIBLE STUDY EATIO N CR LIFE POINT: G od Nature is better to watch than most television programs! A quick glance through the LEVEL OF BIBLICAL LEARNING God made
More informationThe Burning Bush Lesson Aim: To know God calls us to be His messengers.
Teacher s Guide: Ages 8-9 God of Wonders Part 2: Genesis through Joshua Unit 8, Lesson 40 THE WORSHIP Who God is: The God Who Speaks The Burning Bush Lesson Aim: To know God calls us to be His messengers.
More informationLeaders: this is just for you! Read ahead of time to engage with the Bible story on an adult level and prepare your heart to teach on Sunday.
Leader DEVOTIONAL Leaders: this is just for you! Read ahead of time to engage with the Bible story on an adult level and prepare your heart to teach on Sunday. In Luke 19, Jesus went after Zacchaeus, a
More informationGod s Unfolding Story
Bible Story: Joshua The New Leader (Joshua 1:1-18) Bible Phrase: Be strong and of good courage, do not be afraid, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go (Joshua 1:9). Bible Truth: I can trust
More informationGod Is Powerful. Lesson at a Glance
Lesson at a Glance Lesson Objectives The children will learn to tell the story of the fall of Jericho. The children will acknowledge that God made the walls of Jericho fall. The children will give examples
More informationLesson Plan. NOTE: Be sure to allow sufficient time for a snack.
Lesson Objectives The children will name as the man who built the ark. The children will match pairs of animals. The children will sing a song about obeying God. Bible Story Text Genesis 6-8:18 Bible Truth
More informationThe Incredible Word of God LOVING MY FAMILY PRESCHOOL. Worship
GOD CREATED Jesus Is Powerful THE WORLD WORSHIP God s Awesome GOD AT Promises CHURCH The Incredible Word of God LOVING MY FAMILY PRESCHOOL Worship PRESCHOOL How-to USE Bible Studies For Life: Preschool
More informationJesus Lives Today. Teacher Challenge. Bible Story Matthew 28:16-20; John 21:1-14; Acts 1:3-11. God s Word. God s Word and Me
Jesus Lives Today Bible Story Matthew 28:16-20; John 21:1-14; Acts 1:3-11 Teacher Challenge Before Jesus went to heaven, He assured His friends that He would not leave them alone. He would send the Holy
More informationLetters About Love Lesson Aim: To learn ways to develop strong, godly love toward others.
Teacher s Guide: Ages 10-12 Prophets & Promises Part 1: Acts through Revelation Unit 5, Lesson 22 Letters About Love Lesson Aim: To learn ways to develop strong, godly love toward others. THE WORSHIP Who
More informationUnit 1: God the Creator. Unit 1: God the Creator. Session 1:
Unit 1: Unit 1: Unit Description: Session 1: In the beginning, God created everything for His glory. He made people in His image. When sin entered the world through Adam and Eve, God revealed His plan
More informationJesus Loves Mary of Bethany
Unit 5 BEAR HUG21 Jesus Loves Mary of Bethany Make It Stick: 1 Corinthians 15:3-4: Christ died for our sins He was buried He rose again the third day (Short version is in bold.) The Big Buzz: Jesus delighted
More informationthe cross walk Session 2 salvation The Cross Walk 2016 Bible Study Media, Inc.
34 the cross walk Session 2 salvation Salvation 35 Key concept: Memory Verse: Bible Story: Format: When I do something wrong, I should run back to God. He is waiting for me to restore me. If we confess
More informationlesson five: messiah
lesson five: messiah Main Point: Jesus, the Messiah, was anointed to overcome death. Bible Verse: I know that the Messiah is coming (he who is called Christ.) When he comes, he will tell us all things.
More informationLetters About Love Lesson Aim: To understand characteristics of love such as not envying, boasting, or being proud.
Teacher s Guide: Ages 8-9 Prophets & Promises Part 1: Acts through Revelation Unit 5, Lesson 22 Letters About Love Lesson Aim: To understand characteristics of love such as not envying, boasting, or being
More informationLove One Another. Leader BIBLE STUDY. because God loves us.
UNIT 31 Session 4 Use Week of: Love One Another BIBLE PASSAGE: 1 John 3:10-18 MAIN POINT: John wrote that Christians should love one another. KEY PASSAGE: Galatians 2:20 BIG PICTURE QUESTION: Why does
More informationChrist the Savior Is Born Count-Up-to-Christmas Activity Card 4 Family Devotions to Accompany the Count-Up-to-Christmas Activity Card
Christ the Savior Is Born Count-Up-to-Christmas Activity Card 4 Family Devotions to Accompany the Count-Up-to-Christmas Activity Card Unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is
More informationThe Shema. Deuteronomy 6:4-8 is called the Shema (shuh-mah). The word Shema. Session 9 August 2. Before You Begin
The Shema Bible Verse Your word is a lamp before my feet and a light for my journey. (Psalm 119:105) Session 9 August 2 Bible Story Deuteronomy 6:4-8 Leap of Faith I can learn and share God s Word. Before
More informationAdvent 2: Naming the King Lesson Aim: To know Jesus is the name of God s Son, our King.
THE WORSHIP Who God is: The King Who Came to Us Teacher s Guide: Ages 4-5 Kings & Kingdoms: Advent of the King Unit 10, Lesson 49 Advent 2: Naming the King Lesson Aim: To know Jesus is the name of God
More informationThe Vine and the Branches Lesson Aim: To understand what it means to remain in Jesus and bear fruit.
Teacher s Guide: Ages 6-7 Kings & Kingdoms Part 1: The Life of Jesus Unit 5, Lesson 25 THE WORSHIP Who God is: The King Who Teaches The Vine and the Branches Lesson Aim: To understand what it means to
More informationJesus Walked on Water
UNIT 23 Session 3 Use Week of: Jesus Walked on Water BIBLE PASSAGE: Matthew 14:22-33 MAIN POINT: Jesus walked on water. KEY PASSAGE: John 20:31 BIG PICTURE QUESTION: Why did Jesus perform miracles? Jesus
More informationWe can ask God to show us the right thing to do.
Samson s Parents Ask God for Praise Direction Jesus! Samson s Parents Ask God for Direction Lesson 10 Bible Point We can ask God to show us the right thing to do. Bible Verse Your word is a lamp to guide
More informationGod Dwells With Us John 1:1-14
Session 2 God Dwells With Us John 1:1-14 Worship Theme: Jesus lives in us. Weaving Faith Into Life: Children will worship Jesus because he is the light of their lives and of the world. Session Sequence
More informationGod wants us to share.
Joseph Shares With His Brothers Lesson 4 Bible Point God wants us to share. Bible Verse Be kind to each other (Ephesians 4:32a). Growing Closer to Jesus Children will n hear a story about how Joseph shared
More informationA3. Psalm 23 Part 1 Psalm 23:1-3
Page1 A3. Psalm 23 Part 1 Psalm 23:1-3 Learning Objectives 1. The children will explore the 23 rd Psalm and its meaning. 2. The children will identify ways they can spend quiet time with God each day and
More informationJesus Is God s Gift. Teacher Enrichment. I m Thankful That Jesus Is God s Gift Lesson 5. Bible Point. Bible Verse. Growing Closer to Jesus
I m Thankful That Jesus Is God s Gift I m Thankful That Jesus Is God s Gift Lesson 5 Bible Point Jesus Is God s Gift Bible Verse Jesus is God s gift (adapted from Isaiah 9:6a). Growing Closer to Jesus
More informationGod is in control of the future.
Praise Jesus! Abram Travels to an Unknown Land Lesson 5 Bible Point God is in control of the future. Bible Verse And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God
More informationWEEK 2 THE BIBLE BIG IDEA LARGE GROUP TIME SMALL GROUP TIME ELEMENTARY LESSON OUTLINE THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE
WEEK 2 ELEMENTARY LESSON OUTLINE BIG IDEA We can worship God by living for Him. THE BIBLE The Parable of the Pharisee and Tax Collector Luke 18:19-14 (Romans 12:1; Matthew 5:16; Philippians 2:3-4) THIS
More informationThe Burning Bush Lesson Aim: To know God calls us and equips us to be His messengers.
Teacher s Guide: Ages 10-12 God of Wonders Part 2: Genesis through Joshua Unit 8, Lesson 40 The Burning Bush Lesson Aim: To know God calls us and equips us to be His messengers. THE WORSHIP Who God is:
More informationGod forgives us because he loves us.
God Forgives the People of Nineveh Lesson 13 Bible Point God forgives us because he loves us. Bible Verse The Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others (Colossians 3:13b). Growing Closer to Jesus Children
More informationLesson 24 The Life of Jesus Ages 6-11
Lesson 24 The Life of Jesus Ages 6-11 Unit 5 The King Who Teaches: Parables Part One Camp Venture Counselor s Guide The Sower KINGS & KINGDOMS PART 1 THE WORSHIP, THE WORD, & THE WAY Camp Games Fill The
More informationGod s Unfolding Story
Bible Story: God Answered Hannah s Prayer (1 Sam. 1:1-20) Bible Phrase: God hears me when I pray (Ps. 66:19). Bible Truth: God always hears me when I pray. Old Testament Unit 9: Samuel Lesson 1: God Answered
More informationJesus is Risen Lesson Aim: To know the Easter story and its significance.
Teacher s Guide: Ages 6-7 Kings and Kingdoms Part 1: The Life of Jesus Unit 4, Lesson 18 THE WORSHIP Who God is: The King Who Rose THE WORD Bible Story: John 20:1-18 What He has done: Jesus rose from the
More informationLetters About Strength Lesson Aim: To learn what it means to choose to wear the armor of God.
Teacher s Guide: Ages 6-7 Prophets & Promises Part 1: Acts through Revelation Unit 6, Lesson 29 Letters About Strength Lesson Aim: To learn what it means to choose to wear the armor of God. THE WORSHIP
More informationGod loves us and helps us follow him.
God Calls Abram to Move to a New Land Lesson 9 Bible Point God loves us and helps us follow him. Bible Verse We trust God (adapted from Psalm 52:8b). Growing Closer to Jesus Children will n pack up for
More informationJesus at the Temple. Lesson at a Glance
esson at a Glance esson Objectives The children will tell the story of the boy Jesus in the temple. The children will state that Jesus loved to spend time at the temple. The children will say one thing
More information