2008 May | Children's Ministry Inspiration Vault

What Is Holding You Back?

By grlinn

I was encouraged to post this "Word of Challenge" from the last CMToday e-newsletter.

Have you ever come to a place where you felt like you were quickly getting nowhere? I’m sure you know the cliché "spinning your wheels" and have most likely felt like you were time and time again. All of us, at one time or another, find ourselves putting forth much effort and seeing very little, if any, results.

Well, if you are feeling that way now, do not be discouraged. As hard as it may seem, you must continue to press forward! There is one simple word that summarizes what you need to do to experience a breakthrough » I want to read more! »

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Follow God’s Plan for Your Life

By grlinn

Needed: 3-legged unassembled night stand, old shirt
For a long time, I have needed a night stand to go next to my bed so I bought one of these all purpose, easy-to-assemble tables. Here’s the top and here are the 3 legs. (Show top.) It’s just the right size because I needed space for a lamp and a clock. All I have to do is screw each leg into one of these brackets–just like this. (Put 2 of the legs on the table.) » I want to read more! »

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Toilet Paper Slam Game

By CMIV

Supplies: 24 rolls of toilet paper, six laundry baskets (or empty boxes), and masking tape (or orange cones).

How to play: Using masking tape (or orange cones), divide the playing area into two even squares with a line in the middle. Place two laundry baskets at the back end and one in the middle of each square. Place four rolls of toilet paper in each laundry basket. (See below for an illustration.) » I want to read more! »

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Practical Advice for Group Games!

By AJLinn

Games can be both educational and entertaining. Review games add zest to the class while reinforcing the main thoughts for the day. It is our goal to have kids remember what we teach and review games are an effective way of doing that. Though it is fine to play some games just for fun once in a while, remember that your time with the children is limited each week, so make the most of it to instill God’s wonderful truths in their memories.All of us know that various children have different mental and physical skills. It’s good to vary games according to » I want to read more! »

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Jimmy and Jack’s Special Class

By CMIV

Text (Psalm 33:12) Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord, the people he chose for his inheritance. (New International Version)

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Have you noticed that there are a lot of television shows and news reports showing places to do with World War II lately? It happened especially around last weekend, Memorial Day weekend. Soon is the Anniversary of what your parents and grandparents call D Day. D Day was a large battle for the liberation of France. Do you » I want to read more! »

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Fun Game for Memorial Day Lesson

By CMIV

Here’s a fun and easy game to play during your service this Memorial Day.

This game works well for any patriotic holiday! If you have projection capabilities, you will find this easy to make in only minutes for using in programs like PowerPoint.

The United States has several branches of military which are honored on days like Veteran’s Day, Memorial Day, and Independence Day. » I want to read more! »

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