Teaching the Story vs. the Stories (of the Bible)
There is a simple axiom of life that has received far too little attention. Here it is… A jigsaw puzzle is easier to assemble when you have the box lid. What!? Okay, so maybe this won’t make it into future systematic theology books, but it is, nonetheless, an important truth that has real application for…
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Bible Characteristics and Inception
The Bible is a book with no equal because it is, in fact, the very Word of God. God has literally spoken to us through the Bible. This fact can be seen when we see the differences it has from other books. Due to the Bible’s unique characteristics and inception, children may be confused by…
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Five Things to Consider on Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day is an important holiday for many churches, and understandably so. We all typically want to honor our mothers. This is both appropriate and biblical. It’s important, however, to remember that for many, Mother’s Day can be, and often is, a painful day. Whether it’s a painful memory or a sense of sorrow over…
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Bringing Christian History Alive for Kids
The most important thing any children’s Bible teacher can do is… teach the Bible! It is here that children can encounter the very voice of God. Whatever else you may consider doing with your kids, please do your best to engage them with God’s Word every time you meet. This should be non-negotiable. Enhance Your Bible…
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Preparing Kids for Salvation
Jesus’ admonition to Nicodemus in John 3 is familiar… “You must be born again!” As Christian adults, we understand that “unless someone is born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God” (v. 3). But what about the children under our care? How do we, as parents and teachers, go about preparing kids for salvation and…
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Ten Bible Verses About Children For Children
Somewhere in between busy schedules and important phone calls, children can sometimes feel pretty insignificant. Even the best parents can fail to articulate how very precious their children are to them. It is really important that kids know they are valuable and loved. God’s Word is filled with lots of meaningful verses about children. We…
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Drama Resources for Children’s Bible Classes
When it comes to teaching kids the Bible, it’s hard go wrong with drama. The use of drama, even a simple role play, can open up new perspectives when a more traditional approach might have become routine for the children. But where to start? The good news is, there’s no shortage of resources and many…
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Suggested Study Plan for God’s Unfolding Story for Older Preschoolers (Scope and Sequence)
The backbone of any Bible curriculum resource is its study plan or what is often called its “scope and sequence.” Scope refers to WHAT is being studied while sequence is just that, the sequencing of the content or when each story is to be studied. The Suggested Study Plan for God’s Unfolding Story for Older Preschoolers (its…
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Getting Started with God’s Unfolding Story for Older Preschoolers
God’s Unfolding Story for Older Preschoolers is a free, two-year, ongoing Bible study curriculum resource for churches (or any organization) wishing to teach the biblical story to children. It is a carefully-crafted series of more than 100 lessons for older preschoolers taught in the context of the broader biblical narrative. It is designed to help…
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