Creation is one of the most important stories in the Bible for children to learn. When they learn that God created all that we know out of nothing, they understand God's power. When they learn that God created us because He desires a relationship with us, they understand God's love for us and their purpose. And the lists goes on. But ...
Telling Bible Stories
Enjoy a Fun Creation Scavenger Hunt
Creation is one of my favorite Bible stories to teach to preschools. It covers some of their favorite topics: the sky, animals, and them! There are many ideas to teach each day of Creation. But what about an activity to combine all seven? Jona shared on the ABCJesusLovesMe Facebook Group the fabulous idea of a Creation Scavenger ...
Object Lesson: God Uses Bad for Good
I love object lessons. Ones that can be easily understood by children yet leave a lasting impression. This object lesson of how God uses bad for good can be used as a Children's Sermon, specifically for Easter or Christmas, or when teaching on passages such as Romans 8:28. This activity is also one of many in the ABCJesusLovesMe 5 Year ...
FREE Salvation Certificates and Celebrations Ideas for Children
The greatest joy that a parent or teacher can ever have is walking a child through the process of giving his or her life to Jesus. A time when, with child-like faith, the child professes that he or she is a sinner and needs forgiveness (Romans 10:9-10). Because there is no greater celebration than when a sinner comes to Jesus (Luke 15:10), ...
GIVEAWAY: Which Children’s Bible is Best for Your Child or Classroom?
Have you ever searched for children’s Bibles on Amazon? Can you say, "Bible overload!" Paraphrase and picture Bibles. Story Bibles and theme Bibles. It is a wonderful "problem," but which Bible is right for your child or classroom? The answer depends on the age of your child and your goal when reading the Bible. Children Bible ...
Now Available: Old Testament Bible Curriculum for Churches and Preschools
And like that... a sixth full ABCJesusLovesMe Curriculum is finished. This one has been several years in the making, but I know that God used those years to prepare my heart to write His message to a generation that needs the simple message of Jesus. Old Testament Preschool Bible Curriculum The 'Then They'll Grow" Preschool Bible ...
Why Entertainment at Church is Not Required for Children to Learn
I see a new trend happening and I can't get on board. Am I afraid of change? Am I archaic? Maybe. But I do not believe that my personality and age are the issues in this case. Honestly, I believe this new trend is devastating to our children. Let me explain. I don't know when the change occurred but some time between when I was a child and ...
Programs for You and Your Kids, And a Fun Giveaway
Program for You: Just a few minutes ago I finished viewing the series premier of "The Eleventh." It is a family-friendly show launched by the streaming service, Feeln, which brings to you "an exclusive library of Hallmark Hall of Fame features, Hollywood movies and TV series, and award-winning originals you won’t find anywhere else." True to ...
How to Teach Day 1 of Creation So Kids Remember It
Twice a month, I have the opportunity to lead 80 three through six-year-olds in worship and story time at our church. I love this time with these precious kiddos and am so encouraged by the joy they have for learning about Jesus. Because of the age span and vast background of the group, I try to come up with new and creative ways to tell ...