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valentine's day & Easter

Claudius the Cruel

The Easter Bunny and Jesus

The Easter Bunny and Jesus

Key Scripture: John 13:34 – “A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you.”

Theme: Sacrificial Love – Loving others the way Jesus loves us.

Key Takeaway: God calls us to love others the way He loves us—sacrificially, generously, and from the heart. Real love gives, serves, and reflects Jesus.

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The Easter Bunny and Jesus

The Easter Bunny and Jesus

The Easter Bunny and Jesus

Includes: Activity booklet with answer key in color and grayscale.

Key Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10 and mentions Isaiah 1:18, Ephesians 4:32, James 1:19, Proverbs 5:21 and Matthew 18:3.

Theme: Easter is all about Jesus and the Bunny is just for fun.

Key Takeaway: The Easter Bunny may bring candy, but Jesus brings new life, forgiveness, and eternal hope. 

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The Magic Easter Basket

The Easter Bunny and Jesus

The ABC's of Holy Week Presentation with PowerPoint

Includes: Activity booklet with answer key in color and grayscale17.

Key Scripture: Psalm 118:17

Theme: Because Jesus died and rose again, our sins are forgiven, and we are given new life with God.

Key Takeaway: I will not die, but live, and proclaim what He has done. Easter is all about Jesus and the bunny is just for fun. 

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The ABC's of Holy Week Presentation with PowerPoint

The ABC's of Holy Week Presentation with PowerPoint

The ABC's of Holy Week Presentation with PowerPoint

Includes: Pictures for each letter with the script printed on the back of each.

Key Scripture: Luke 19–24; John 13–20 (Holy Week & Resurrection accounts.)

Theme: Holy Week.

Key Takeaway: From beginning to end, Holy Week shows us that Jesus loves us, serves us, forgives us, and brings new life. 

This flexible presentation works well for large groups or small settings and can be presented by all ages, children, youth and adults. 

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The Race to the Tomb

The ABC's of Holy Week Presentation with PowerPoint

If it was a Snake, it would have Bit You!

Includes: Activity booklet with answer key.

Key Scripture: John 20:1–10; mentions - Mark 16:1–8 and Philippians 3:14

Theme: Running toward faith and believing in the risen Christ.

Key Takeaway: The greatest prize isn’t winning a race, it’s believing in Jesus and life everlasting with God in heaven. 

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If it was a Snake, it would have Bit You!

The ABC's of Holy Week Presentation with PowerPoint

If it was a Snake, it would have Bit You!

Includes: Activity booklet with answer key.

Key Scripture: Luke 24:13–35 (The Road to Emmaus)

This message is full of scripture also included is: Isaiah 7:14, Psalm 78:2, Isaiah 35:5-6, Zechariah 9:9, Isaiah 53:3, Isaiah 53:7, Psalm 22:16, Psalm 118:17

Theme: Recognizing Jesus when He is right in front of us

Key Takeaway: Jesus walks with us every day, even when we don’t recognize Him right away. We can trust that He is always near, guiding us through His Word and reminding us of God’s plan. 

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Pieces of the Puzzle

Pieces of the Puzzle

Pieces of the Puzzle

Includes: Activity booklet with answer key.

Key Scripture: Luke 24:13–35 – The Road to Emmaus

Theme: Seeing the “big picture” of God’s plan through faith and Scripture.

Key Takeaway: God doesn’t reveal everything at once. As we learn, listen, and walk with Jesus, He helps us put the pieces together so we can see and believe that He is risen and is always walking with us. 

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All Saints day & Thanksgiving

All Saints Day

Thanks Leads to Giving

Key Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46 & 2 Corinthians 9:1-15

Theme: Thankfulness leads to generosity, joy, and praise.  

Key Takeaway: When we live with thankful hearts, we can’t help but become generous people. Gratitude prepares our hearts for giving, and giving draws us closer to God—transforming both the giver and the receiver with joy and blessing. These gratitude teachings remind us of the importance of sharing, especially during the Thanksgiving season.

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Thanks Leads to Giving

Thanks Leads to Giving

Key Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46 & 2 Corinthians 9:1-15

Theme: Thankfulness leads to generosity, joy, and praise.  

Key Takeaway: When we live with thankful hearts, we can’t help but become generous people. Gratitude prepares our hearts for giving, and giving draws us closer to God—transforming both the giver and the receiver with joy and blessing. These gratitude teachings remind us of the importance of sharing, especially during the Thanksgiving season.

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Attitude of Gratitude Thanksgiving

Attitude of Gratitude Thanksgiving

Inspirational quote encouraging gratitude for today's blessings.

Key Scripture: Thessalonians 5:18

Theme: Living with gratitude brings joy to us, to others, and to God

Key Takeaway: An attitude of gratitude transforms our hearts and our lives. When we pause to thank God for His blessings — big and small — we grow happier, healthier, and closer to Him. 

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Advent & Christmas

The Sweetest Christmas Story Ever Told.

The ABC's of Christmas lesson/presentation.

The ABC's of Christmas lesson/presentation.

Key Scriptures: Luke 2:1–20 and Matthew 2:1–12

Theme: Jesus is the sweetest gift ever given, and the true reason we celebrate Christmas.

Summary: Looking for a fun, memorable Christmas children’s sermon, Nativity skit, or candy-themed Christmas program for children or youth? The Sweetest Christmas Story Ever Told is a lighthearted and engaging dramatization of the birth of Jesus using 40 popular candy bars and snack puns and joyful wordplay that kids absolutely love.

Key Takeaway: While the candy makes us laugh, the true sweetness of Christmas is Jesus Himself—God’s gift of love to the world.

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The ABC's of Christmas lesson/presentation.

The ABC's of Christmas lesson/presentation.

The ABC's of Christmas lesson/presentation.

Key Scripture: Luke 2:1–20; Matthew 2:1–12

Theme: Telling the Christmas Story From A to Z
Summary:  The ABCs of Christmas is a joyful, rhyming, child-friendly walk through the entire Nativity story—from the Angel’s announcement to Zeal for sharing Jesus with the world. Each letter of the alphabet highlights a different part of the Christmas narrative, helping children understand the birth of Jesus in a fun and memorable way.

Includes lesson/presentation script, pictures and  PowerPoint for screens.

Key Takeaway:  Every letter of the alphabet points us back to the miracle of Christ’s birth and invites children to celebrate, remember, and share the Good News with joy.

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Christmas Eve

The ABC's of Christmas lesson/presentation.

'Twas the Night Before Jesus Came

Inspired by the rhythm of “’Twas the Night Before Christmas” (public domain).

Theme: Remembering Jesus as the true gift of Christmas.

 Key Takeaway: Christmas is not just about presents we open, but about the gift we celebrate—Jesus. When we remember Him, Christmas joy lasts far beyond one day. 

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'Twas the Night Before Jesus Came

Everything I Know About Christmas I Learned from Watching Cartoons

'Twas the Night Before Jesus Came

Key Scripture:  Matthew 24:36 / Luke 12:35-40 

Theme: Advent - Preparing Our Hearts for Christ in the Past, Present, and Future

Key Takeaway: Advent is about preparing our hearts—remembering Jesus’ birth, welcoming Him into our lives today, and staying ready for His return. 

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Preparing for Christmas

Everything I Know About Christmas I Learned from Watching Cartoons

Everything I Know About Christmas I Learned from Watching Cartoons

Key Scripture: Mark 1:3

Theme: Advent is about preparing our hearts, not just our homes — remembering that God prepared everything for the first Christmas long before we did.

Key Takeaway: God has already prepared the way for Jesus. This Advent, instead of rushing through lists and to-dos, take time to prepare your heart to receive the true gift of Christmas — Christ Himself.

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Everything I Know About Christmas I Learned from Watching Cartoons

Everything I Know About Christmas I Learned from Watching Cartoons

Everything I Know About Christmas I Learned from Watching Cartoons

Christmas lessons from classic holiday cartoons framed by festive garland.

A Two-Part Christmas Sermon Series

This fun and meaningful Christmas series uses classic holiday cartoons — The Grinch Who Stole Christmas, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, and A Charlie Brown Christmas — to teach children's lessons about faith, compassion, and the true meaning of Christmas.

Key takeaway: Full of familiar characters, humor, and heart, this series helps children and families rediscover the joy and purpose behind the season — that Christmas is about God’s greatest gift to us all.

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The Christmas Tree Stand

A green metal Christmas tree stand with red caps and tightening screws.

Theme: Keeping Christ at the center of Christmas

Key takeaway: Don’t let the sparkle and busyness of the season cover up what matters most—the birth of Jesus, our firm foundation, which is a core element in our faith traditions. This message resonates with gratitude teachings reminding us to focus on what truly matters.

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Mary Had A Little Lamb

 Key Scripture:  John 1:29

Theme: Jesus — the Lamb of God — was born to bring salvation, love, and hope to all people.

Key Takeaway: At Christmas, we celebrate not only the baby in the manger but the Lamb who came to save us. Like Mary, may we cherish and follow Him with love and gratitude every day.

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Christmas Dreams

The Secret Messages in The 12 Days of Christmas - Lesson

Key Scripture: Matthew 1:18–25

Theme: Trusting God’s plans when ours seem to fall apart.

Key Takeaway: When your plans change and your dreams don’t go as expected, remember Joseph’s story. It aligns with our faith traditions that emphasize trusting God's plan, which may look different but is always better.

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The Secret Messages in The 12 Days of Christmas - Lesson

The Secret Messages in The 12 Days of Christmas - Handout

The Secret Messages in The 12 Days of Christmas - Lesson

Red gift box with text about secret messages in '12 Days of Christmas' on green glitter background.

Key Scriptures: Isaiah 11:2–3, Galatians 5:22–23, Deuteronomy 5:6–21, 

Matthew 5:1–12

Theme: Finding faith’s hidden truths in everyday traditions.

Key Takeaway: Christmas is about more than gifts and decorations—it’s about remembering God’s greatest gift of all, His Son Jesus Christ. This lesson not only connects the symbols of the season to the timeless truths of the Gospel but also serves as a wonderful foundation for Christmas sermons and gratitude teachings, turning a familiar song into a joyful way to share the Good News.

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The Secret Messages in The 12 Days of Christmas - Handout

The Secret Messages in The 12 Days of Christmas - Handout

The Secret Messages in The 12 Days of Christmas - Handout

Green gift box with text about secret messages in the 12 Days of Christmas on a red glitter background.

Key Scriptures: Isaiah 11:2–3, Galatians 5:22–23, Deuteronomy 5:6–21, Matthew 5:1–12

Theme: Finding faith’s hidden truths in everyday traditions.

This can be used with or without the lesson by the same title.

This handout shows what each day and gift represents, helping you see how a simple Christmas song shares the story of God’s love, His Word, and His promises to us, making it a great resource for children's lessons or Christmas sermons. 



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The Secret Messages in The 12 Days of Christmas - Bundle

The Secret Messages in The 12 Days of Christmas - Handout

The Secret Messages in The 12 Days of Christmas - Handout

Blue gift-shaped graphic with text about a Christmas lesson and handout.

Key Scriptures: Isaiah 11:2–3, Galatians 5:22–23, Deuteronomy 5:6–21, Matthew 5:1–12. 


Theme: Finding faith’s hidden truths in everyday traditions, such as children's lessons and faith traditions.


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Epiphany

Epiphany Gifts

Epiphany and Chalking the Door

Epiphany and Chalking the Door

Key Scripture: Matthew 2:11

Theme: Honoring Jesus with our best gifts — our love, worship, and devotion.
Key Takeaway: The gifts of the Wise Men revealed who Jesus was and what He came to do. Like them, we show true worship when we seek Him, bow before Him, and give Him our best.

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Epiphany and Chalking the Door

Epiphany and Chalking the Door

Epiphany and Chalking the Door

Key Scripture: Matthew 2:1–12

Theme: Jesus is revealed to the whole world, and we are invited to welcome His light and blessing into our homes.

Key Takeaway: Epiphany is a reminder to search for Jesus, welcome Him into our homes, and share His light with everyone who enters.

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What Happened to the Gifts?

Epiphany and Chalking the Door

Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star

Key Scripture: Matthew 2:1–12

Theme: Bringing Our Best Gifts to Jesus—Just Like the Wise Men

Key Takeaway: Children learn that the Wise Men traveled far and offered gifts of great value because they understood who Jesus really was. In the same way, we are called to recognize Jesus as our Savior and bring Him our best—our worship, our love, and our service.

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Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star

Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star

Key Scripture: Matthew 2:1–12 (The Wise Men Follow the Star)

Theme: God’s Guidance

Key Takeaway: God is always leading us—just like the star led the Wise Men. When we follow His light, we’ll always find our way to Jesus.

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Follow the Star

Key Scripture: Matthew 2:2-12

Theme: Jesus is revealed to us in many ways—through Scripture, worship, baptism, communion, and the love we share with others.

Key Takeaway: Just like the Wise Men followed the star to find Jesus, we can find Him every day—in God’s Word, in worship, and in the love and light we share with others. Jesus is always with us.

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Who's Missing?

Key Scripture: Luke 2:49

Theme: Don’t leave Jesus out of the picture—stay close to Him in God’s house and in your heart.

Key Takeaway: It’s easy to get distracted and “lose” Jesus in our busy lives, but He never stops waiting for us. When we return to worship and focus on Him, we rediscover peace, love, and the joy of being in our Father’s house.

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