ACTIVITIES
An activity to help young children know how and when they are giving proper attention to Jesus.
Children discover the importance of doing good deeds for others.
Children discover which types of activities help them build a solid foundation on Jesus Christ
This activity introduces children to the importance of making good choices.
The children will have fun collecting stars as they think about shining like a star for Jesus.
Although we may not hear His actual voice, God will guide us by touching our hearts.
The children will learn that when they shine for Jesus they can make a difference in the world around them.
A coloring activity using safety tips for crossing the street to help children learn how to stop, look, and listen for Jesus.
Children practice street smarts as they learn what the Bible says about being patient and brave while waiting for the Lord.
A connect-the-pictures activity page where the children see that most of all, we need God.
This activity encourages children to reflect on those they think about the most and encourage these people to live for Christ.
Children will have fun connecting the similarities between a pet hearing its owner’s voice and sheep knowing their shepherd’s voice.
Some people we should obey, others we should not, but we should always follow and obey Jesus.
Children use the letter B to help the wise men find baby Jesus.
Children put pictures of Zaccheus in the correct order according to the story found in Luke 19:1-10.
BULLETIN BOARDS
The story of Ruth is about a young widow who found a basketful of joy because she decided to follow the Lord. God has many baskets full of joy for all who follow His Son Jesus Christ.
This display will remind the kids that as disciples of Jesus, they are called to reach out in the community and invite others to church. (Mark 1:17)
This display will remind the kids that they can follow Jesus and obey Him wherever they are, at home, in school, at church and even while playing.
A whimsical yet truthful picture of how Jesus is the most important leader all of us should follow.
Children see they can follow the light of the Lord by reading the Bible, praying, worshiping, and going to church.
The light is always with us when we follow the Son of God. Use this bulletin board to display key Bible verses about following Jesus.
A reminder that to be just like Jesus, one must be humble, depend on God, show love and be a "living sacrifice."
A colorful scene showing the difference between the broad road to destruction and the narrow road leading to life as described by Jesus in Matthew 7:14
Children will enjoy completing this interactive bulletin board/coloring activity and seeing how they can put Jesus first with their words, actions, thoughts, and life.
We live in a world filled with many weeds, but we are children of God. Therefore, let us rise high and live for Jesus.
Living for Jesus means we will have a life full of blessings. These blessings will help us grow, and be happy, like flowers during a spring rain.
COLORING PAGES
Jesus called Peter and his brother Andrew saying, "Come, follow me, and I will make you fishers of men."
The centurion asks Jesus to heal his servant.
Only one of the ten lepers returns to thank Jesus.
Jesus drives the money changers out of the temple.
Jesus praying in the Garden of Gethsemane.
Jesus has miraculously raised Lazarus from the dead! (John 11:1-43)
Zacchaeus climbs a sycamore-fig tree. (Luke 19:4)
CRAFTS
A craft that reminds kids that they're someone special with Jesus.
A great craft to teach children that they are never too young to help.
Children make a door hanger to help them remember to be waiting, watching, and ready for when the Lord returns.
Jesus is our Lord, and He will guide us down all of life's many roads when we let Him sit in the front seat.
Children make a simple craft to remind them that Jesus is the rock of our salvation.
This craft helps children remember Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead.
Children learn that it is important to tell others about Jesus with this fun filled craft.
In this activity, children will create a pair of binoculars to remind them to look for Jesus and seek Him daily.
Children make a telescope they can use to pretend to watch for Jesus when He returns in the clouds.
Children make a colorful flag to remind them that anyone who believes in Jesus as their Lord and Savior is a member of Team Jesus.
A pop-up craft to show how Jesus is the only way to the Father and to eternal life in Heaven.
This craft helps children consider items they would need to travel and tell others about Jesus.
This craft helps children remember Jesus' first miracle, when He turned water into wine.
Children fill their hearts with words to describe how they will treat others when they put Jesus first in their own lives.
Children create their own cross to help them remember to stop and worship the Lord.
GAMES
God will be our guide when we choose to follow close to Him.
Children quickly get dressed to show how they can listen and be ready for when Jesus returns.
In this version of “Simon Says,” children must carefully watch for Jesus before following any command.
Children learn what it means to be fishers of men, with this classic card game.
Children see the difference between keeping alert while watching for the Lord and being unprepared for His return.
Two teams identify characteristics of Mary and Martha to win this game.
Children increase their knowledge of God and improve their memory skills.
Servants race to fill the water jars for Jesus.
LESSONS
This lesson will teach children that God is pleased when we work together to share the love of Jesus.
In this lesson, the children will discuss and discover how to get rid of the old and put on the new by being in Christ.
In this lesson, the children will discover how to be aware of Jesus and when to give Him their special attention.
In this lesson, the children will learn about a very special disciple named Paul, who, in the beginning, treated Christians very badly. However, through a timely miracle, hearing the truth, and by faith, he became a strong servant of Jesus.
Following Jesus means to put Him first. These four lessons teach the children how to put Jesus first with their words, actions, thoughts, and their whole lives.
This lesson shows the power Jesus has over life and death, which is miraculously illustrated when He raises Lazarus from the dead.
In this lesson, the children learn to be an example to non-believers by thinking and living like Christ.
In today's lesson, children learn that we can accomplish so much more in life when we trust God and include Him in everything that we do.
Lessons in this series about the calling of the Twelve Apostles will help children understand that Jesus is also calling them, and He wants them to tell others about the Good News of Jesus.
This lesson will teach the children the importance of having Jesus and the Bible as their foundation in all that they do. The children will also learn what happens to lives not built on the rock of Jesus when storms come.
This lesson will help children understand the importance of being ready while waiting for Jesus' return. They will also learn what it means to be patient.
This lesson will help the children understand what it means to watch for the coming of the Lord. They will also learn that only our Father in Heaven knows when, but we are all responsible to keep faithful and alert until that day comes.
In this lesson, the children will learn how to watch and listen for Jesus and follow Him in obedience every day of their lives.
OBJECT TALKS
Children learn the importance of using the tools God gives us and how to be a light to those around us.
SONGS
(Audio Available) A song about a blind man named Bartimaeus who received his sight from the Lord. (Mark 10:46-52) Sung to the tune of “Are You Sleeping,” also known as "Frère Jacques."
A dancing squirrel teaches children to praise the Lord. Read it as a poem or make up any tune where the kids can dance along.
(Audio Available) A delightful song to help us follow Jesus. Sung to the tune of “Ten Little Indians.”
A simple song about the love of Jesus. Sung to the tune of “Three Blind Mice.”
Children learn that no matter their age, they can be a helper for Jesus. Sung to the tune of “Mary Had a Little Lamb.”
Little ones learn to become big helpers for Jesus in this song. Sung to the tune of “I'm a Little Teapot.”
The children will have fun singing a song to remind them to be a star for Jesus. Sung to the tune of “I’m A Little Teapot.”
(Audio Available) Children sing about giving their sorrows, fears, and worries to the Lord. Sung to “Jesus Loves Me."
(Audio Available) A song about Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead. Sung to the tune of “Ten Little Indians.”
A song about how the lives of others are affected when we decide to put Jesus first in our own lives. Sung to “Oh Where oh Where has my Little Dog Gone?”
A song that asks the children if they are putting Jesus first with what they are thinking. Sung to the tune of “Are You Sleeping?”
Children sing about how they can be used to serve and follow Jesus. Sung to the tune of "London Bridge is Falling Down."
(Audio Available) A song about the gift of courage by trusting and following Jesus. Sung to the tune of “Deck the Halls.”
Saul was headed down the wrong way, until the bright light of Jesus changed his life for good. Sung to “London Bridge is Falling Down.”
(Audio Available) Kids call out to Zaccheaus in the sycamore tree to come down and follow Jesus. (Luke 19:1-5)Sung to the tune of “Father Abraham.”
STORIES
A retelling of the story about a rich young man who wanted to follow Jesus. (Matthew 19: 13-22)
Mary shows how much she loves Jesus by doing something wonderful and unexpected.
A short story from the Bible about when to be quiet and listen to the Lord and when to work hard.
A young girl shows how much she loves God by putting Jesus first in her life.
A story on the death and resurrection of Lazarus. (John 11:1-44 Paraphrased)
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