These lesson plans follow along with the beginning of Jesus ministry and calling his first disciples in Mark 1:14-20. Use them to teach children about the meaning of discipleship and the call to follow Jesus. The lesson plans, crafts, and teaching ideas below are direct download PDF files. Use them in your children’s church or Sunday School when teaching from
As Jesus launched his public ministry, he began to gather a group of disciples to learn from him and eventually share the good news with the world. This lesson is focused on John 1:43-51 where Jesus calls Phillip and Nathanael. It is never too early to share with children that they have purpose and value in God’s eyes. Each and
When Jesus accepted baptism it was an example to us and the beginning of his public ministry. He was leaving starting the road of obedience that would lead to the cross. That’s why God spoke from Heaven to announce, “You are my beloved Son; with you I am well pleased.” This week’s lessons are based on the passage in Mark which
These lessons use the “post-Christmas blues” let-down as an example of how we sometimes wait for things and wind up disheartened. However, we know that waiting for God is always worth it, because He keeps His promises. The Gospel lesson that ties in is the story of Anna and Simeon in the temple. They waited for Jesus, and saw that
What does it mean to obey? To believe? In this children’s message, children will hear how God can do the impossible, and how He can do amazing things in our lives if we trust Him. The story focuses on the angel who announced to Mary that she would bear God’s Son. Mary believed that this was possible, and God’s promises
John the Baptist was send ahead of Jesus as a witness. Through the testimony of John, the people would hear that God was fulfilling all his promises through Jesus Christ. The message also uses the character of John the Baptist as a reminder that we are to “proclaim the light” that is Jesus. When we see lights, we recall that
John the Baptist is a key figure in the Bible, not only for His place as baptizer of Christ. The New Testament prophet brought the blessed news of Christ’s coming, announcing the Messiah and preparing the way for Him. This message communicates to kids that, while there is a lot of negative news emphasized, we know the greatest news of
Be prepared for the Second Coming! This message is based on the Gospel of Mark, where Jesus describes frightening events of the last days of Earth, but promises that He will come again for us. We don’t know when this will be, but we can hope in His promises and eagerly await His advent. In modern times of trouble, we
There are many reasons children need to attend Sunday School. One of the most important is religious education. Children learn about Bible stories and the teachings of Jesus Christ. This helps them develop a strong religious foundation that will stay with them throughout their lives. Another reason is the relationship with Jesus Christ that children can form in Sunday School. They learn to trust Him as their personal savior and can rely on Him for guidance throughout their lives. Finally, attending Sunday School connects children with the church. They make friends with other children who share their faith, and they get to know church leaders and members better. This strengthens the church community and helps children feel more connected to it.
A good Sunday School teacher is devoted to Jesus Christ, has a strong knowledge of the Bible as God's Word, is patient with their students, and has excellent teaching skills. Training children's ministry leaders for teaching kids about God is a priority. There is no substitute for scripture knowledge when adults teach a group of children. Christian education is more than religious instruction. It's about sharing God's love with young people. Jesus loves kids and church based Sunday Schools are a wonderful place for all ages children to become disciples of Christ Jesus. A good Sunday School teacher should be able to share their love for Jesus with their students and help them grow in their knowledge of the Bible. They should also be patient with their students and be willing to answer any questions they may have. Finally, a good Sunday School teacher should have excellent teaching skills and be able to communicate biblical truths in an interesting and engaging way.
Every Sunday school system needs excellent Bible curriculum for teaching. We recommend the Sunday School Store to teachers, especially in smaller churches. They offer free PDF resources for teaching God's Word to every child. You can eventually download those resources for parents to continue the Christian education process in their daily lives. What makes a good Sunday School lesson? A good Sunday School lesson should keep kids' attention, deepen their Bible knowledge and help grow their faith in Jesus. One way to keep kids' attention is to make the lessons interactive. For example, the Sunday School teacher can have kids work in pairs or small groups to answer questions or complete tasks. You can also use props, games, videos and other activities to help illustrate the lesson. To deepen kids' Bible knowledge, you can focus on one specific topic each week. For example, you might explore a different book of the Bible each week. Or you could discuss key Bible passages and what they mean for us today. Finally, a good Sunday School lesson should help kids grow in their faith in Jesus Christ.