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Continue reading →: Mind Pollution
Time 15-20 minutes Description This object lesson teaches about how important it is to protect our mind from negative influences. It uses a simple visual aid of water and food coloring. Materials Display table Red, green or blue food coloring Large, clear (see-through) container Two or three pitchers Enough water…
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Continue reading →: Heavenly Bodies (OBJ LESSON)
Time 20-30 minutes Description This object lesson teaches about our new, resurrection bodies by using a simple science experiment. You will demonstrate how ultraviolet rays change the color of UV-sensitive beads and how medicine bottles block UV rays. The beads will represent our spirit, and the bottles will represent our…
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Continue reading →: Potiphar Says
Time 10 minutes Description This object lesson teaches that we don’t always get to choose our circumstances, but we always get to choose our attitude about those circumstances. It highlights Joseph’s way of handling his enslavement to Potiphar in Genesis 39:1-20. Materials (Optional) Costume to wear as you play the…
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Continue reading →: Gumball Magnets
Time 10 minutes Description This object lesson teaches about how appearances can be deceiving when it comes to salvation. Just because we go to church and hang out with Christians doesn’t mean we are necessarily going to be saved, and it’s what is inside us that makes the difference. Materials…
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Continue reading →: Jigsaw Body
Time 20 minutes Description This object lesson teaches about how the Body of Christ is connected and emphasizes how God uses our imperfect parts and our struggles to join us to others. It uses the metaphor of a jigsaw puzzle. Materials Computer, LCD Projector and screen PowerPoint presentation, “Jigsaw Body…
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Continue reading →: Big Rocks
Time 15-20 minutes Description This object lesson teaches the kids about spiritual priorities using an object lesson similar to the one FranklinCovey does about managing your time. Materials The sizes of the bucket/heart-shaped container and the cups can vary. You will want to practice with them to make sure you…
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Continue reading →: Spiritual Cadence
Time 20 minutes Description This object lesson is a fun way to reinforce some truths about Jesus, the Bible and the Gospel message. It’s a cadence much like the ones military groups might use during exercise. You can use it when outdoors with the kids or in a classroom setting.…
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Continue reading →: Cord of Three Strands
Time 10-15 minutes Description This object lesson teaches the old maxim that there is safety in numbers. Ecclesiastes 4:12 says that “A cord of three strands is not easily broken.” This lesson will demonstrate that. Materials A skein of yarn Scissors Several pairs of gloves Whiteboard or flipchart and markers…
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Continue reading →: Names of God Bingo
Time 30 minutes Description This game reinforces learning about the names of God through repetition and a fun activity. Materials Copies of the six different bingo cards (See the “Names of God Bingo Cards” on the “Lesson and Material Downloads” page.) Each card has all the same names of God,…
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I’m Michael
I’ve been teaching kids about the Bible for more than 25 years. Teaching Them is where I share my lessons, games, and skits.
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