Emotions can sometimes feel overwhelming, like a storm inside us that we can’t control. However, these powerful feelings are part of the way God designed us, a beautiful gift meant for our good and His glory.
Our new curriculum, Emotions: 4-Week Children’s Ministry Curriculum, explores how the Bible helps children grow in awareness of their emotions, guiding them to take their feelings to God. Through faith in Jesus, kids can enjoy the fullness of their emotions, understanding that He is with them in every joy, sorrow, fear, and hope. The Bible teaches us to accept our emotions, listen to the wisdom they bring, and express thankfulness to God for this incredible gift. By following God’s directions for life through His Word, children learn to navigate their feelings and find peace and joy in Him.
Emotions: A Powerful Gift from God – New Children’s Ministry Curriculum
This exciting new curriculum, edited by Tony Kummer, aims to teach children aged 6-12 that emotions are a gift from God for our good and His glory. It provides practical lessons to help kids understand and use their emotions in a way that honors God. Each week features a different Bible story that connects to various emotions, showing children how to trust in God through every feeling.
Week 1: “Happiness – Hannah’s Joyful Surprise”
Bible Story: Hannah’s Prayer and Samuel’s Birth (1 Samuel 1:1-20)
Emotions Highlighted: Sorrow, Faith, Joy
Main Idea: God hears our prayers and brings us joy.
Week 2: “Fear – Elijah Alone in the Dark”
Bible Story: Elijah’s Encounter with God (1 Kings 19)
Emotions Highlighted: Despair, Loneliness, Hope
Main Idea: God is always with us, even in our darkest moments.
Week 3: “Trust – Mary Accepts the Impossible”
Bible Story: Mary Visits Elizabeth (Luke 1:39-56)
Emotions Highlighted: Surprise, Joy, Gratitude
Main Idea: God brings joy and fulfillment through His promises.
Week 4: “Anger – When Jesus Had ‘Enough'”
Bible Story: Jesus Clears the Temple (Matthew 21:12-13)
Emotions Highlighted: Anger, Righteous Indignation, Disgust
Main Idea: Jesus teaches us to stand up for what is right.
This study is written to work with any Bible translation, ensuring flexibility and ease of use. It also includes additional resources such as video Bible story suggestions and teaching ideas available on our Linktree and Pinterest Board.
Our curriculum is perfect for children’s ministry, kids’ church, or Sunday School. It includes everything needed to keep children’s attention, get them into God’s Word, and help them grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ. This program is tailored for children aged 6 to 12 (Kindergarten to 6th grade), designed for small churches, and available as an instant digital download in a print-friendly PDF file. It also offers unlimited permission to share directly with volunteers or families in your church.
By teaching children to understand and manage their emotions, we can help them see that emotions are a gift from God meant for our good and His glory. This curriculum guides kids to take their feelings to God, grow in their faith, and find peace and joy in Him.
For more information and to download the curriculum, visit our website.
Blessings,
The Sunday School Store Team