The number-one cry of children's ministry leaders is the desire to teach kids the basics - the foundational truths of the Christian faith. These lessons are solid, Bible-packed experiences that draw children closer to Jesus and prepare them for a lifetime of spiritual maturity. Teachers will be fully equipped to tackle tough questions and encourage children along the way.

Teenagers with a firm faith foundation, who know what they believe and why, aren't easily swayed by others who might challenge their faith. Lessons use active-learning techniques to hold teenagers' interest and keep them involved, and each lesson gives a biblical perspective to faith issues, such as Creation and Jesus' return. With concise and easy-to-use handouts, teachers will be able to help teenagers learn these vital concepts with ease.

The number #1 cry of children's ministry leaders everywhere is the desire to teach kids the basics--the foundational truths of the Christian faith. With the 13 Most Important Bible Lessons series, you'll give kids a faith foundation that will last a lifetime and prepare them for a lifetime of spiritual maturity. This series offers kids' Bible lessons that prepare upper-elementary school kids to weather the storms of life with a strong spiritual base. This children's ministry resource not only gives children a solid understanding of their faith, it also equips their teachers to tackle the tough questions that inevitably arise. Teach your children practical Bible lessons that will establish a solid footing to help them deal with the challenges of growing up while also growing in their faith and their Christian beliefs. Each Most Important Bible Lesson is designed for kids age 8 through 12, and includes: Lesson at glance Opener Scripture foundations Relational applications Closing prayer 13 Most Important Bible Lessons for Kids About Living for Jesus is a practical and engaging resource that draws children closer to Jesus and helps them learn how to live for him. It is kid-sized theology that really cements the fundamentals of faith into upper-elementary kids' hearts and heads Each lesson uses Scripture, conversation, and hands on activities to teach kids vital truths that include: Living in the hope and joy of Jesus Showing the glory and truth of Jesus to others Living in the world but belonging to Jesus Uniting in faith with other followers of Jesus Trusting in Jesus for eternity 13 Most Important Bible Series offers three volumes: 13 Most Important Bible Lessons for Kids about God (9780764470660) 13 Most Important Bible Lessons for Kids About Living for Jesus (9781470704278) 13 Most Important Bible Lessons for Kids About Loving Each Other (9781470715236)

The single greatest lesson parents teach their kids isn't anything they say--it's what they do. And while most parents would say they want to raise compassionate kids, they might be surprised to discover just how little they're actually modeling the behaviors they hope to pass on--qualities such as unconditional love, gentleness, forgiveness, patience, gratitude, humility, and more. In this unique book, Sami Cone shows parents a new way to look at molding their children, one in which focusing on adding good behaviors and attitudes is more powerful than eliminating bad ones. Grounding her advice in Scripture--specifically the twelve characteristics found in Colossians 3:12-17--Cone offers plenty of stories from her own life to show these principles in action. And she offers practical things parents can do right now to create a home and family that exhibits love, harmony, and generosity of spirit in a self-centered world.

*Foreword written by Nancy Pearcey* "Parents are the most important apologists our kids will ever know. Mama Bear Apologetics will help you navigate your kids’ questions and prepare them to become committed Christ followers.” —J. Warner Wallace "If every Christian mom would apply this book in her parenting, it would profoundly transform the next generation." —Natasha Crain #RoarLikeAMother The problem with lies is they don’t often sound like lies. They seem harmless, and even sound right. So what’s a Mama Bear to do when her kids seem to be absorbing the culture’s lies uncritically? Mama Bear Apologetics™ is the book you’ve been looking for. This mom-to-mom guide will equip you to teach your kids how to form their own biblical beliefs about what is true and what is false. Through transparent life stories and clear, practical applications—including prayer strategies—this band of Mama Bears offers you tools to train yourself, so you can turn around and train your kids. Are you ready to answer the rallying cry, “Mess with our kids and we will demolish your arguments”? Join the Mama Bears and raise your voice to protect your kids—by teaching them how to think through and address the issues head-on, yet with gentleness and respect.

If you want kids to do God's Word and not just hear it--you're in exactly the right place. Each session focuses on one key Bible truth--kids will discover it, think about it, talk about it, pray about it, and apply what they learn. You'll drive that point home through Bible exploration, fun discussions, giggle-worthy games, and oh-wow activities that engage kids in multiple ways. Just add an adult or teenage leader to these easy-to-lead sessions to keep kids engaged, entertained, and growing in their faith Each session is Flexible--sessions work for 1 or 2 kids, 12 kids, or more Multi-aged--suitable for all elementary kids Low-prep--using easy-to-find supplies 45 minutes of fun--with time stretchers to fill an hour Relational--children grow close to Jesus and each other Perfect for any children's ministry program--Sunday school, children's church, and more Help kids discover the faith-building, life-changing truths tucked into 13 stories of people who had very bad days and how God fixed them. They will see God's power at work in the lives of Noah, Daniel, Mary, Lazarus, Stephen, and others. And along the way, kids will discover that the same God of long ago watches over them--and can fix their bad days too

Jesus Loves Me! Give powerful meaning to these words with 13 lessons specially designed for preschoolers! With both Old and New Testament Bible stories, preschoolers will understand God's love and that Jesus is the ultimate expression of that love. In this easy-to-use lesson book, you'll get: Fun, interactive lessons featuring Bible story activities, singing, snacks and crafts that will keep your wiggly little ones active and engaged! Creative ways to help little ones get to know God's love, and joyfully learn vital Bible facts, like: God made us, God listens to us, Jesus protects us, Jesus loves us, Jesus forgives us, and more! Crafts for each lesson that preschool kids can make on their own (and that parents can recognize)! They double as take-home family discussion starters. Flexible format that offers up to one hour of programming and numerous idea and activity options for energetic little ones. Adaptable resources that are perfect for use in Sunday school, home school, or day care. Let the fun begin! Share Jesus' love with little ones more powerfully than ever before, with Jesus Loves Me!

Moms and daughters will be empowered to embrace the girls of grace God designed them to be instead of conforming to society’s mold of normal. As a mom of two daughters, Catherine understands how unique the mother/daughter bond truly is. A few years ago, she looked tirelessly for a Bible study to share with her tween daughter. Catherine found countless options for children and teens but very few for the tween age group—and none of these options were designed for moms and tween daughters to share together. Recognizing an unfulfilled need, Catherine wrote Becoming a Girl of Grace. Moms and daughters will take a closer look at some of the amazing ladies of the Bible and the character traits they model for modern tween girls. These women of yesterday have a lot to share with the girls of today! Dealing with mean girls and bullies, feeling left out, and learning to like oneself are not new social dilemmas. The Bible is full of examples of strong females who chose to follow God and pursue faith despite what was happening in their world and cultures.

These lessons help children thank, worship, and pray to God; learn about and begin to follow Jesus; decide to share and be kind; and tell what is special about Jesus. A 52-Week Bible Journey–Just for Kids!Route 52™ is a Bible-based journey that will take kids through the Bible every year from age 4 to 6. Every lesson features: Scripturally sound themes Culturally relevant, hands-on activities Age-appropriate Bible-learning challenges Reproducible life-application activity pages Route 52™ Bible lessons will help kids learn the Bible and how to apply it to their lives at their own level of spiritual development. These reproducible Bible lessons are appropriate for Bible school, children's church, youth group, kids club, and midweek Bible study programs.

Sunday School That Works is a dynamic new resource designed specifically to help you strengthen and enrich your Sunday school ministry while maximizing what you’re already doing on Sundays. Overflowing with expert insights from more than 20 successful ministry leaders, this book guarantees practical solutions for every area of your Sunday school ministry. You’ll learn best tips, creative ideas, and powerful strategies from dynamic leaders including Christine Yount Jones, Dale Hudson, Holly Catterton Allen, Dan Webster, Gina McClain, Linda Ranson Jacobs, Pat Verbal, Amy Dolan, Ricardo Miller, Greg Baird, Patty Smith, Gordon and Becki West, Patrick Snow, and more. Sunday School That Works will equip you in your ministry with these key benefits... • Help for key areas of your Sunday school program including: • developing your Sunday leadership team • keeping kids safe and secure • building a learning philosophy for today's kids • growing your kids spiritually • targeting age-level and special needs ministry • reaching today's families • developing great public relations • meeting the needs of today's kids • and more! • Current insights on today's Sunday school! Experts actively working in the field offer you the most current insights and advice for what's happening in churches--and what's relevant to kids and families today. • Practical ideas that are proven to work! These fresh ideas really work--in actual Sunday school ministries. They've been tested and tweaked to guarantee success in today's churches! • Insights for every level of Sunday school! Whether you're a seasoned veteran or new to Sunday school ministry, you'll refer to this resource regularly for the help you need! Learn how to maximize your Sunday school ministry with Sunday School That Works! From the makers of Children's Ministry That Works which has helped leaders create dynamic and effective ministry programs for over 20 years