When we are first introduced to Gideon in the Bible, he is doing his farm work inside a winepress for fear of the Philistines. It is rather a cowardly act, yet the angel greets him with the title, “Mighty Man of Valor.” In the face of hardship and difficulties, Christians
Over two hundred years ago a monk named Martin Luther changed the world by nailing a piece of paper to his church door. This action sparked the Reformation, a period in history that saw the church returning to the true teachings of the Bible and regaining an understanding of grace,
Pastors are called by God to be shepherds of His people. They teach, admonish, comfort, and guide their people often without much thanks or recognition. This October, help your students thank their pastor in meaningful ways with these thoughtful ideas for Pastor Appreciation Day. Shepherds of God’s People Have you
The ten commandments are an integral part of God’s teaching because they tell us how God wants us to live and show us the way to follow him. Teaching the meaning of the ten commandments to our students is an important part of raising Christian children. So, take a look
Introduction Good morning! I am Marissa Engelhard, a fourth-grade educator at The King’s Academy in Lake Ozark, Missouri. Some of you may know this school growth ministry story from Teach by Faith, but I wanted to share it with you today in hopes that it might inspire you in ministry.
One powerful way to get kids hooked on the Bible is through stories that touch their hearts and inspire their faith walk. Our kindergarten-level Bible curriculum resources include stories from the Old and New Testaments pulled from both the English Standard Version of the Bible. In addition, these stories are
When it comes to finding the best Bible curriculum for kids, parents should be sure to find a program that’s age-appropriate. This will ensure that your child is learning material that’s tailored to their developmental needs and interests. The curriculum should be designed with age-specific activities and discussion points that
Through these Bible mini books printable, kids will gain a better understanding of the stories in the Bible. They will better understand how God has always been at work in the lives of His people, whether it’s through Noah, Abraham, or Moses. Not only will they learn the details told
A Holy Week Bible study begins by better understanding the events that happen during this important time. Students can read and discuss sections from the book of Mark to learn about Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem, his Last Supper with his disciples, his trial before the Sanhedrin, and his crucifixion
Holy Week begins with Palm Sunday, the day Jesus entered Jerusalem. On Thursday, he attended the Last Supper and shared the bread and cup with his disciples. Later that evening, Jesus spent a long night in prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane. On Good Friday, Jesus was betrayed, crucified, and
