Peace is a fruit of the Spirit. Most kids would rather be right than make peace. Faced with a situation similar to Isaac’s in Genesis 26:12-35, it’s natural to try to stand up for what we feel w...  Read More

In the story of the Tower of Babylon from Genesis 11:1-9, people made plans to build a large tower to make a name for themselves and avoid being scattered throughout the earth. This went against God’s...  Read More

Joy is a fruit of the spirit in Galatians 5:22. In Nehemiah 8:1-3, 10-12, we see Nehemiah and his friends read from God’s word as they complete the giant task of rebuilding the wall around Jerusalem. ...  Read More

Sunday's message took an unexpected turn in my final prep. The turn was to see and draw the parallels between the day of the Lord for the Edomites and the day of the Lord for all nations. In Obadiah v...  Read More

In Luke 18:9-14, Jesus told a story about two men praying in the temple. The Pharisee, a religious leader, was proud and thought he was impressive. The tax collector, who was looked down upon in that...  Read More

Romans 8:31-39 is one of the most triumphant and reassuring passages in the entire Bible. Paul concludes his discourse on the believer's relationship with God by asking a series of rhetorical question...  Read More

Romans 8:28-30 is one of the most comforting and powerful passages in the New Testament. These verses reveal God’s sovereign plan and purpose for those who love Him, offering assurance that every as...  Read More

Romans 8:18-27 is a passage that speaks directly to the human experience of suffering, offering believers a powerful perspective on enduring trials. Paul shifts the focus from present sufferings to th...  Read More

Romans 8:14-17 is a passage rich with the themes of identity, inheritance, and the transformative relationship between God and His people. These verses remind believers of their status as children of ...  Read More

Romans 8:5-13 continues the Apostle Paul’s exploration of life in the Spirit versus life in the flesh. This passage provides critical guidance on how believers are to live, emphasizing the importanc...  Read More

Romans 8:1-4 is a powerful passage that encapsulates the heart of the gospel message—freedom and life in Christ. These verses offer deep theological insights and practical implications for believers...  Read More

From The Parent Cue Every family has a rhythm…yes, even the families who can’t seem to escape the cycle of daily chaos. If you look closely, you’ll find consistent things that happen every day o...  Read More

Today, the concept of entitlement is more prevalent than ever. Social media, consumer culture, and a focus on individual rights have contributed to a mindset where many people believe they deserve cer...  Read More

In today's fast-paced, ever-changing world, living for Jesus and growing in your faith can feel challenging. Balancing the demands of daily life with a commitment to living according to biblical princ...  Read More

God is strong. Kids love to demonstrate their physical strength. Whether it’s a preteen boy jumping to hit a door frame or a preschooler carrying a heavy bag, kids value strength. Help them see that i...  Read More

Jesus is forever. Forever is a hard concept for kids (and adults!) to understand. And for some kids, the idea of heaven might seem boring, and thinking about being there forever could be a little inti...  Read More

God is miraculous. Most kids probably haven’t seen such amazing miracles as someone coming back to life! This lesson may raise questions about how God can work through us as he worked through Paul. He...  Read More

God is the only God. Kids probably can’t relate to Paul and Barnabas’ experience exactly—they’ve probably never mistaken them for a god, and they probably never mistook someone else for a god. However...  Read More

Jesus is powerful. The Holy Spirit can be a bit mysterious, especially to kids. Who is he? What does he do? Because of this mystery, it can be tempting to avoid talking too much about the Holy Spirit....  Read More

God wins. Kids love winning. They celebrate victory in a soccer game or even a board game. There’s just nothing like the feeling of victory! Help kids see that even though we win some games and lose s...  Read More

Jesus does hard things. Nobody wants to do hard things, and that includes kids! Hard things for kids could be as small as eating their broccoli or cleaning the bathroom, or they could be more signific...  Read More

Jesus stands up for God. One distinction this lesson makes is that standing up for God isn’t about judging what everyone is doing; it’s about standing up when people do things in God’s name that don’t...  Read More

Jesus knows us. One of the greatest cries of the human heart is to be known, understood, and loved. That goes for kids, too. Help kids take comfort in the fact that Jesus knows them, loves them, and i...  Read More

God cares about our details. Most kids know that God cares for them in general, but they may be surprised to hear that God cares about the details of their lives. Help kids take comfort in the fact th...  Read More