Teaching Goal: Fill our home with the fragrant aroma of Christ. Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14-15 But thanks be to God, who in Christ always leads us in triumphal procession, and through us spreads the fragrance of the knowledge of him everywhere. For we are the aroma of [...]
By Kelly Weaver Teaching Goal: Demonstrating the Fruit of the Spirit in our lives. Scriptures: John 14:27 Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and [...]
Teaching Goal: Treat everyone as one of God’s children. Scriptures: Luke 6:27-32 Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you…If you love those who love you, what credit is that to you? [...]
Teaching Goal: Jesus calls us to be “salt” in this world. Salt melts ice as Christians can melt cold hearts. Scripture: Matthew 5:13 You are the salt of the earth. Colossians 4:5-6 Be wise in the way you act toward (non-Christians); make the most of [...]
Teaching Goal: Christians are called to share the Good News of Christ at home, in the community, and around the world. Scriptures: Romans 12:10 Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Honor one another above yourselves. John 13:35 By this all men will know [...]
Teaching Goal: Recognize the influence of family. Scripture: Proverbs 22:6 Train a child in the way he should go and when he is old he will not turn from it. Ephesians 6:1 Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. Honor your [...]
Teaching Goal: Christians are called to share the Good News of Christ at home, in the community and around the world. Scripture: Acts 1:8 You will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth. Materials: [...]
(Heritage Builders) Teaching Goal: Our words are important and cannot be taken back. Scripture: James 3:1-9 Materials: Tube of toothpaste for each child Disposable plastic tablecloth Play theme song Pray Review last lesson Lesson and Discussion Words written in bold are when the leader is [...]
By Karen Noal Teaching Goal: Garbage in, garbage out. Goodness in, goodness out. Scriptures: Matthew 12:34-35 “For out of the overflow of the heart the mouth speaks. The good man brings good things out of the good stored up in him, and the bad man [...]
Idea from Carlos Gonzales Teaching Goal: Awareness of the battle going on inside each person between the Spirit and sinful nature. Scripture: Galatians 5:16-23 So I say, live by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the sinful nature. For the sinful [...]
Story in a Box Teaching Goal: Family relationships are special. Scriptures: Book of Ruth Watch Video Materials: [...]
Idea from Karl Wheeler Teaching Goal: Give to the poor from what God gives us. Scripture: Leviticus 19:9-10 When you reap the harvest of your land, do not reap to the very edges of your field or gather the gleanings of your harvest. Do not [...]
By Karen Noal Teaching Goal: We should help others when they need help, and let them help us when we need help. We can always trust in God’s help, too. Scripture: John 5:2-9 Now there is in Jerusalem near the Sheep Gate a pool, which [...]
Teaching Goal: God wants us to use good words. Scriptures: Proverbs 12:18 The words of the reckless pierce like swords, but the tongue of the wise brings healing. Proverbs 25:18 Like a club or a sword or a sharp arrow is the man who gives [...]
Teaching Goal: The Bible is our guide for making the right decision when others tempt us to do what is wrong. Scripture: Proverbs 1:8-10 Listen my son, to your father’s instruction and do not forsake your mother’s teaching. They will be a garland to grace your [...]
By Karen Noal Teaching Goal: God wants us to share what he has given us with others. Scripture: John 6:1-13 Story of a little boy who shared his lunch and Jesus multiplied it. Materials: Paper Scissors Play theme song Pray Review last lesson Lesson and [...]
Teaching Goal: Fill your life with the teachings of Jesus and you will reflect the Fruits of the Spirit. Scripture: Psalm 1:1-3 Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked or stand in the way of sinners or sit [...]
Teaching Goal: Our actions add or take away energy from the family. Scriptures: Proverbs 10:1 A wise {child} brings joy to his {parent} but a foolish {child} brings grief to his {parent}. Proverbs 11:25b He who refreshes others will himself be refreshed. Proverbs 23:24 The [...]
Teaching Goal: The Bible is filled with God’s promises. Scripture: Psalm 33:4 Deuteronomy 31:6 John 14:26 Acts 2:21 John 14:2-3 Titus 1:2 Proverbs 3:5-6 2 Chronicles 7:14 Watch Video
Teaching Goal: Jesus teaches us to share. Scripture: John 6: Jesus feeds 5,000 - the boy with five loaves and two fish. Materials: Candy corn One picture of candy corn for each child Kitchen knife In Advance: Draw or find a picture of candy corn. [...]
Teaching Goal: Share the faith with friends. Scripture: Mark 5:1-20 Healing of the demon possessed man from Gerasenes. Materials: Paper and pencil Play theme song Pray Review last lesson Lesson and Discussion Words written in bold are when the leader is speaking. Feel free to [...]
Teaching Goal: Give Jesus the gift of love for his birthday at Christmas. Scriptures: Matthew 22:36-39 “Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?” Jesus replied: “Love the Lord your God with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the first [...]
Teaching Goal: Have compassion for those who don’t know Jesus. Scripture: Luke 19:41-42 As He (Jesus) approached Jerusalem and saw the city, he wept over it and said, “If you, even you, had known on this day what would bring you peace—but now it is [...]
Teaching Goal: Recognize our blessings so we can share with others. Scripture: Matthew 25:35-40 For I {the Lord} was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink…Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed [...]
Teaching Goal: Spend time on things that will last for eternity. Scripture: Matthew 5:3-10 Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn for they will be comforted. Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit [...]
Teaching Goal: Anger leaves a mark on other people. Scripture: Psalm 37:7-8 Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him; do not fret when men succeed in their ways, when they carry out their wicked schemes. Refrain from anger and turn from wrath; do [...]