Children’s Sermons for kids are 5-minute object lessons using everyday items to teach biblical truths in a fun and memorable way. From funny children’s sermons to serious topics, these creative lessons bring Bible stories to life. Each week, we offer free 5-minute children’s sermons in PDF and video formats, perfect for children’s church.
David Becomes King 2 Samuel 5 Sunday School Lesson Hey kids! Today, we’re going to learn that God chose us to follow His will. Have you ever had to wait for something you really, really wanted? Maybe for a special toy or a birthday? You might know our Bible hero, David! He was the brave shepherd boy who defeated the
King Saul’s Jealousy of David 1 Samuel 18 Hey kids! Have you ever felt a little jealous when your friend got a new toy or won a game? Our Bible story today is about a very powerful king named Saul who felt so jealous of our hero, David, that he made some really bad choices! David was a big star
Hey kids! Can you believe it’s already August? This month, as we get ready for a new school year, our theme is Courageous Kids! Going back to school can be exciting, but it can also feel a little big or even scary sometimes. We’re going to learn from some of the bravest heroes in the Bible about how to be strong
Hi everyone! Have you ever had a best friend? Someone you really love and would do anything for? Well, today we’re going to hear a super special Bible story about two amazing friends named Naomi and Ruth. The story of Naomi and Ruth, found in the biblical Book of Ruth, is a heartwarming and powerful narrative of love, loyalty, and redemption set against
The month of July can be a wonderful time to explore themes that reinforce their faith journey and help them grow in their relationship with God. Building on our previous conversation, a strong and highly recommended theme for July. Given that it’s currently July, summer is in full swing in many parts of the world! This is a fantastic time
The Image of Gold and the Blazing Furnace Hey everyone! Get ready for an amazing Bible story about three brave friends: Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego!This story comes from the book of Daniel in the Old Testament, and it shows us how important it is to stand up for God, no matter what.! Have you ever had to choose between doing what
“Samson” The Super-Strong Hero Who Learned a Big Lesson! Hey everyone! Who here loves superheroes? What makes a superhero super? (Super speed, super strength, flying, secret powers! Today, we’re going to hear about a real-life superhero from the Bible named Samson! Super strength is one of the coolest superpowers! Samson didn’t wear a cape, but he had incredible, jaw-dropping, amazing
A Hero in Our Lives: Celebrating Dads on Father’s Day! Hey amazing kids! Can you believe it’s June already? And do you know what super special day is coming up very, very soon? That’s right! It’s Father’s Day! It’s a day when we get to celebrate some of the most important, coolest, and often silliest people in our lives: our dads, grandpas,
The biblical book of Jonah is a unique and compelling narrative found within the Old Testament. Unlike other prophetic books that primarily consist of a prophet’s direct messages or oracles, Jonah tells a dramatic story about the prophet himself. At its heart, the book of Jonah is a powerful exploration of God’s boundless mercy and compassion, extending even to those we might
The story of Daniel in the Lion’s Den is a powerful and enduring Bible Story from the Book of Daniel in the Old Testament. It’s a captivating narrative that highlights themes of faithfulness, courage, and God’s miraculous protection in the face of extreme adversity. This dramatic event sets the stage by establishing Daniel’s character and the political climate of the time. Daniel was a
Samuel Hears the Voice of God (1 Samuel 3) Just as God spoke directly to young Samuel, Jesus welcomes children into a close relationship with Him. When we trust in Jesus as our Savior, we can hear and respond to God’s voice at any age, just like Samuel did. This story clearly demonstrates that God communicates with people. While the
The Month of Celebrating the Mother’s Day for Christian Kids The Bible teaches us to love and respect our parents, and Mother’s Day is a special time to show our love for our wonderful mothers! Christians take seriously the biblical command to “Honor your father and your mother” (Exodus 20:12, Ephesians 6:2). Mother’s Day is a specific time to focus on
Children’s Message on Psalm 91 “God is My Refuge and My Fortress ” Main Objective: The Psalms are full of comforting reminders of God’s presence and protection in our lives. Psalm 91 is a beautiful example of these. The Psalm contains images of how God covers us, hides us, and guards us from harm and evil. This message describes some of those,
Children’s Message on Exodus 34 Moses on the Mountain Sinai Main Objective: We read a lot about Moses in the book of Exodus, but sometimes focus more on his Egypt years and forget the remarkable accounts of how he led God’s people in the wilderness. In this message, consider what happened to Moses after he received God’s law (the second time),
Children’s Message on Luke 6 “Do Unto Others” Main Objective: Most children (hopefully) are taught the importance of treating others kindly. We want them to think before they act or speak, valuing the feelings of others. However, we don’t always emphasize why this is the best way to live. This message describes the “Golden Rule” given in Luke 6. Jesus wants us to
Children’s Message on 1 Corinthians 15 “The Resurrection of Christ” Main Objective: Upon what do we hang our hope as Christians? This message focuses on how the Resurrection of Jesus is central to our faith. There might be times in our lives when we are disappointed by other people or by dreams that don’t pan out as we’d wish. However, we know
In Children’s Ministry, St. Patrick’s Day offers a unique opportunity to teach children about faith, forgiveness, and the importance of sharing God’s love with others. St. Patrick’s Day can be a meaningful and fun time in Sunday School! For a born-again Christian, St. Patrick’s Day can be an opportunity to reflect on the life of a historical figure who played
Children’s Message on Matthew 4 “Jesus Begin His First Ministry and Calls the First Disciples” Main Objective: For young children, it might seem strange to hear Jesus promise His disciples that they will “fish for people.” This message explores that concept by explaining to students how God wants us to bring others to the knowledge of His salvation and family. We want
Children’s Message on 1 Corinthians 13 “Faith, Hope and Love” Main Objective: Love is something that surrounds us in popular culture, and is something children hear a lot about. But what is real love, and where does it come from? What does the Bible tell us about love? This message focuses on how love is described by Paul in the iconic passage
Children’s Message on Nehemiah 8 “The Newly Build of the Wall” Main Objective: Nehemiah is a remarkable figure in the Bible, but one that might not be celebrated as regularly as others. This message focuses on the restoration and celebration that we find in Nehemiah, and how it relates to renewal and redemption in our lives. Sometimes we make mistakes that can
Children’s Sermon (Isaiah 43:1-7) Fear not, for I have redeemed you Main Objective: We all know (kids especially) that life can be scary at times. While there are some things that provide temporary comfort for the fears of children, we ultimately know that God is the one who provides us with all hope and assurance. He made us, cares for us,
The First Miracle of Jesus, the wedding feast in Cana of Galilee Main Objective: When we consider the miracles of Jesus, we often think about remarkable healings or nature defied, which are of course important. However, it is interesting to note that the very first miracle Jesus did was as seemingly simple as a drink transformation. This message looks at the
The Wonder Kid Miriam Protected her baby brother Moses The biblical narrative in Exodus 2 describes how Pharaoh, fearing the growing number of Israelites, decreed that all male Hebrew babies be drowned in the Nile River. This decree placed Moses’ life in immediate danger. Miriam’s story serves as an inspiring example for young people today. It shows that even young individuals can
Craft Activities for Children Jeremiah 31 Turn the Frown Around! This lesson focuses on words from the prophet Jeremiah. Although referred to as the “weeping prophet” for the many hardships he faced, the message he gave in this passage is one of hope and promise of restoration. Jeremiah preached of God’s love and faithfulness. These crafts reflect on the good
Children’s Message: The Lord Promises of Peace of Israel from Jeremiah 31:1-14 Main Objective: Children are no strangers to mood swings (although they might not recognize what they are), but they often have a difficult time understanding or controlling emotions. This message reminds all of us that sadness is completely normal, and not always in our power to change. However, we
Who is Jesus? That might seem like a simple and straightforward Gospel question, but it’s an important one to address frequently with kids. This lesson focuses on the story of Jesus in the temple as a 12-year-old boy. The story reminds us that Jesus was aware of His identity as the Son of God, but also obeyed His parents and
Children’s Message: The Boy Jesus visited the temple Luke 2:41-52 Main Objective: Who is Jesus? That might seem like a simple and straight forward Gospel question, but it’s an important one to address frequently with kids. This message focuses on the story of Jesus in the temple as a 12-year-old boy. The story reminds us that Jesus was aware of His
Children’s Message: Sing of Love Luke 1:39-55 on Music and the Magnificat Main Objective: Music is one of many gifts that God gives us to praise and worship Him. We can use instruments, vocal songs, and prayers to recognize His love and thank Him for His blessings. This message considers how Mary praised the Lord with word and song after learning that
Children’s Message Rejoice with Gladness Zephaniah 3 for the Third Sunday of Advent Note: During the season of Advent, messages and lessons will include a unifying focus that coincides with the four themes of the Advent Sundays (hope, peace, love, and joy). Additionally, each week a Christmas song will be featured, which also incorporates the theme. Main Objective: In this message, children
Children’s Message on Luke 21 Fulfillment of the Prophecy “The Second Sunday of Advent.” Note: During the season of Advent, messages and lessons will include a unifying focus that coincides with the four themes of the Advent Sundays (hope, peace, love, and joy). Additionally, each week a Christmas song will be featured, which also incorporates the theme. Main Objective: This message considers how