Kidology - Children's Ministry Ideas, Resources, & Curriculum for Kid's Church, Sunday School, and Vacation Bible School

Lift Your Problems

This object lesson uses a balloon and a cup to illustrate how we can lift our problems to God.

Reframing Negatives to Positives: A Powerful Tool for Parents

Support parents in guiding their children toward a biblical perspective on challenges.

Book Binding Prayer

This object lesson uses 2 books to help illustrate what it means to wait on the Lord in Isaiah 40:31

The Scriptural Mandate for Children's Ministry

Children are not merely the future of the church; they are a vital part of it now.

Salty Speech

Using a saltshaker as an object lesson, this teaching emphasizes the importance of speaking wisely and graciously, as instructed in Colossians 4:6.

The IF ONLY's of Kids Ministry

Let’s be honest. Kids Ministry is TOUGH. Yes, it is full of joy, but it seems equally loaded with challenges.

Interview Questions for a Children's Pastor

Here’s a basic list of Questions for a Children’s Pastor, designed to assess their theological understanding, pastoral calling, ministry philosophy, and practical approach to children’s ministry. These questions ensure that the candidate is spiritually prepared and doctrinally sound for the role. Adapt, add or edit according to the needs of your unique ministry. Can also be used for Ordination.

Use the Real Thing

This object lesson uses a plastic golf ball and a real one to show the importance of praying genuine, heartfelt prayers.

Thriving in Ministry: Lessons Learned from Decades in Ministry

7 lessons Karl has learned that can help you sustain your ministry without losing your soul, your family, or your joy.

Defying the Impossible

Discover how trusting God's promises can transform your perspective, just like trusting science reveals the impossible—an engaging object lesson that connects faith and action.

Fresh Ideas

From the Kidologist Karl Bastian

March 2nd - Bible-O-Rama Super Sunday - updated with new graphics and bonus material!

This Super Sunday helps kids learn about the Books of the Bible and its structure. It’s a fun day of games to help the kids explore their Bible and review the various Books of the Bible.

Jesus is Still Doing the Impossible Today!

MIRACULOUS - Marveling at the Miracles of Jesus! is an 8-week magic-themed series that teaches kids about the true Miracles of Jesus!

Theme Passage: The kids will memorize John 11:25-26

MIRACULOUS INCLUDES:

Easy Prep Lessons Teachers AND Kids will love!
Theming ideas for the series
Fun intro skit for puppet or leader
A funny video intro
Games that enhance the lesson
Creative Bible story teaching ideas
Simple illusions to illustrate the point
Kids need their Bibles to look up verses
Theme Bible passage for the month
Paper and/or digital take home tool
TONS of helpful presentation images
Bonus files, downloads, and ideas
Editable presentation graphics

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Watch It Videos:

In this series, Mike and Ike from Miracle Busters TV Show set out to disprove the Miracles of Jesus but always end up concluding they are true! Kids will love these lesson intro videos!

Watch a Sample Video from Lesson 1!

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