Free printable Bible lesson from 1 Samuel 16, where Samuel anoints David, a young shepherd boy, as the next king of Israel. Included games, worksheets, coloring pages and more.
"The joy of the Lord is my strength" is a popular phrase, but what does it mean? A deep look at Nehemiah 8:10, plus other joy bible verses.
Enjoy a free printable craft for Samuel Listens to God. See Samuel eyes open and close and read, "Speak Lord, for your servant is listening."
Use the promises of God to pray with power! Take a look at how praying the promises of God will deepen your prayer life!
The kiddos are sooo excited about this "NEW" material. We are truly on an EXPLORATION! I love it when their eyes light up in AWE about what they are hearing from GOD'S Word. Our recent lesson was about GOD calling Samuel. I reminded the kiddos that GOD did NOT speak directly to the Fathers (as HE had done during the Patriarchal time) because, HE had given Moses HIS Law for the Hebrews. So, when GOD called Samuel it was a VERY SPECIAL EVENT! Our TAKE HOME activity was Samuel in bed. The children LOVED being able to slide Samuel's eyes open and shut. As they pulled the top slide Samuel's eyes opened and the Scripture reference "Speak Lord for your servant's listening..." 1 Samuel 3, would appear on the bedding. Each of the kiddos bed looked different...I love it when the girls choose PINK for bedding and the boys choose BLUE! So typical! LOL I decided this would be an appropriate Memory Verse...We ALL have ears and we ALL need to be listening to GOD'S WORD! We sang the Memory Verse to the tune: "B-I-N-G-O." Most of the kiddos had the verse memorized before leaving the classroom. I know I sang it ALL week long. There is something about putting verses to a familiar tune that helps with memorizing them. If you have NEVER tried putting a verse to a childhood tune, I suggest you give it a try....you will be amazed at how easy it is to memorize Scripture this way. Our Review/Game was a LISTENING GAME. I purchased the little cups and the Yellow/Red Game pieces at the Dollar Tree. (The game pieces came out of a TOPPLE type game.) I wrote a song for this lesson called, "God Was Calling Samuel." I sang the song to the children...each time they heard me sing "GOD" they had to put a yellow game piece in their cup. Each time they heard me sing "Samuel" they had to put a red game piece in their cup. THEY LOVED THIS GAME!!!!!! They wanted to play it OVER and OVER and OVER again!!!!! So, we decided to change out the "What to listen for..." I was sort of surprised at how much they LOVED playing this. This is one game I will try to work into other lessons! I LOVE it when something so inexpensive is soooo effective!!! Our EAA, which stands for EARLY ARRIVAL ACTIVITY was the WHITE BOARDS/DRAWING activity. (I really need to post some of the pictures that they have drawn.) The LOVE drawing on the personal sized white boards...so, I am going to keep it up for a few more Sunday's .....However, I did include some of the MILK CAP MANIA....and they WHIZZED right through them!!!! I was soooo pleased with how many of the kiddos are REMEMBERING what they have learned!!!! The EEAs allow me to "TEST" the kiddos knowledge....and let me know if I need to review something, correct something or even re-teach something. My EAA's have to have a purpose...or I would NOT use them. I never want something to STEAL away my precious 45 minutes of teaching time! On Wednesday Evening the kiddos colored a picture of Samuel in bed. They added the bedpost (colored craft sticks) and a POP-UP speech bubble with "Samuel, Samuel" on it. Again, the differences in each of their activities is so unique to their personality. Some of the girl's added flowers to the blanket....and one of the boy's made his blanket have a camouflage type pattern. I LOVE their unique individuality!!! GOD blesses me ro richley through these little ones! For a VISUAL aid I decided to make a LARGE version of the TAKE HOME project....The kiddos LOVED pulling the slide on this one.... I used it while telling the story...I believed this helped the kiddos when it came time to make their own...they had already seen this work so the knew what to do. When I can't find a VISUAL aid in my resources, clip art, or FREE online, I will MAKE IT MYSELF...LOL We have already been so busy. The kiddos amaze me each week.... Our main review questions this week were: Who was the Strong Judge? Who was the Judge after Samson? What other "job's" did Eli have? Who was Samuel's mom? Who was Samuel's dad? Where did Hannah go to pray? What did Eli think about Hannah when he saw her praying? In what city was the Tabernacle? What did Hannah promise GOD? Did Hannah keep her promises? What did Hannah bring Samuel each year? Can children be servants to the LORD? They knew ALL the answers!!!!!! I was soooo pleased!!!!! I feel soooo blessed to be a BIBLE CLASS teacher!!!! Next week we will be going on a "KING HUNT." Blessings, Ronda
If you're facing an impossible situation. Join us, as we pray Scripture verses and asking God to do the impossible. We're not only asking . . . we're believing that He CAN DO the IMPOSSIBLE!
If you need clarity, peace amidst life's worries. Here are seven scriptures to help you pray for God's direction and guidance.
Object lesson using a ziplock bag of water and 3 pencils. Illustrates how we need to trust the Lord even when things seem impossible. An object lesson sure to WOW your audience.
A free PDF printable that list 18 attributes of God. Use in your small group or as part of your personal Bible study time.
“3 For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh: 4 (For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds;) 5 Casting dow…
"Since the days of our first parents in the Garden of Eden, worship has walked a tightrope between lifestyle and liturgy. When God walked in the Garden with
Learn how God can help you be victorious by planning to overcome overeating with this free printable PDF! #overcomingovereating #howtostopovereating #overeating
Genesis CHAPTER 6 The sons of God marry the daughters of men—Men turn to wickedness, the earth is filled with violence, and all flesh is corrupted—The Flood is promised—God establishes His covenant…
Fighter Verses that Pack a Punch - spiritual warfare often sneaks up on us when we least expect it. These fighter verses help us use the armor of God to fend off any attacks of the Enemy!
If you're ready to learn how to trust God, join us for this 40 day challenge focusing on praying the promises of God. All the promises of God are sure!
Our kids are growing up in a world that is obsessed with outwardly appearances. They are made to feel like they won’t fit in if they don’t have the same clothes as all of their friends.…
God has given us the Bible as a way to learn more about his amazing character. Here are 15 verses about God's character that help us get to know him better.
Exercise takes a lot of self-discipline, but here are 8 Bible verses to add a worshipful purpose to your workout routine, combining faith and fitness.
“If destruction fails to entangle us, distraction will do it’s best.” – Beth Moore As I sit here at my desk preparing to write, to share something that I hope ministers to you, dear readers, I find myself needing to practice first, the very thing I want to share with you today. I need to
Whether or not you've stumbled across the book of Ephesians before, today I am bringing you a sweet compilation of the very best bible verses from Ephesians. I've read the book of Ephesians a handful of times, but it never fails to amaze me, enlighten me, and touch my heart! May this compilation of bible
Understanding why a relationship with God is imporant & 3 ways to develop a relationship. Spiritual encouragement, why we face trials & their purpose
Try these 10 important questions to ask when you study the Bible. Grab the printable Bible study sheets!
Enjoy a free printable craft for Samuel Listens to God. See Samuel eyes open and close and read, "Speak Lord, for your servant is listening."
In my high school years, I gave up sports for a different activity — Bible Quiz. For those who have never heard of Bible Quiz, it’s an activity in the AG churches that brings together youth to quiz them on different books of the Bible each year. Yes, it sounds dorky, but we ended up memorizing over 2,000 verses that sharpened our minds and strengthened our faith!
Weight loss prayers and Bible verses for weight loss to encourage and strengthen your soul and help you remember that the weight loss battle belongs to the Lord! When you're on a weight loss journey,
Here is a list of God's promises that you should know! The promises of God are found throughout the Bible and we can be encouraged by them.
Use this simple object lesson with bread and juice to teach children about the Lord's Supper. Includes a review game for after the lesson!
What are the attributes of God? Do you desire to know the One true God? Here are two free worksheets to help you study the bible.
Growing your relationship with Christ is a lifelong journey that requires continuous effort, faith, and commitment. It involves not only knowing about Jesus but also having a personal and intimate connection with Him. Thankfully, the Bible provides numerous verses and guidance on deepening our spiritual bond with Christ. In this blog post, I will explore some vital biblical references and practical steps to help you grow closer to our Lord and Saviour.
Are you ready to deepen your prayer life like never before? These 10 war room Scriptures to pray over yourself will equip you for doing spiritual warfare.
The Names of God are so Powerful! I've compiled a list of 47 Names of God and their meanings. Be sure to grab your free Printable.
Renewing our mind with the names and attributes of God is a spiritual discipline that produces tremendous fruit! Here are 60 names & attributes to count on.
“God whispers to us in our pleasures, speaks in our conscience, but shouts in our pains: it is his megaphone to rouse a deaf world.” -C.S. Lewis The book of Job is not one we turn to lightly. It’s a somber, haunting reminder that life as we know it can turn upside down. It's the
52 Scriptures Every Kid Should Know! Get the free printable Bible memory verses, coloring sheets, and progress reward chart from I Can Learn the Bible.
I have used these prayers for my son, and I hope they will be a blessing as you pray for your son each day!
Here are Christian Vs Catholic Beliefs! Which religion is better? Is Christianity and Catholicism the same? Let's dive deep into the differences of these two!
Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh
Wouldn’t it be nice if we could solve all our eating problems in three weeks? I’ve been madly racking my brains for the last month trying to come up with a Bible study that
Memory Verses: Looking for a great place to start memorizing Scripture? Here are 10 Bible Verses Every Christian Should Know by Heart
Here is an object lesson well suited for Sunday School or any children's ministry setting. It shows how we can't fully trust God and still worry about problems.
