Identity Kids (Full 13-Lesson Series)
This 13-lesson series introduces truths of our Biblical identity so children can gain an understanding of who they are in Christ.
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Righteous – Identity Kids Series
A single lesson that teaches kids that once they are born again, they are righteous in the sight of God. Because of Christ, any of us can choose to be made right with God.
Chosen – Identity Kids Series
Through the story of David being chosen as king, this single lesson teaches kids that God chose them specifically and purposefully.
Valuable – Identity Kids Series
Through the story of the Good Samaritan, this single lesson teaches kids the value God has placed in them.
Complete – Identity Kids Series
A single lesson teaching kids that everything we need can be found in God through the story of the friends who carried their paralytic friend to Jesus.
Masterpiece – Identity Kids Series
A single lesson teaching kids that just like Gideon, God sees in us more than we see in ourselves.
I Can Love – Identity Kids Series
A single lesson that focuses on the love of God. The greatest fulfillment in life comes in conveying God's love to others, just like Elijah and the widow.
Wise – Identity Kids Series
A single lesson teaching kids about Paul and Barnabas in Acts and encourages kids to trust God for wisdom in their decisions.
Strong & Victorious – Identity Kids Series
A single lesson teaching kids about the story of Daniel and how we can rely on God for our strength.
Child of God – Identity Kids Series
A single lesson teaching kids about the story of the Prodigal Son and how even when we mess up, God still loves us and calls us His children.
Redeemed – Identity Kids Series
A single lesson that teaches kids about the story of creation, the entrance of sin into the world, and God's plan to redeem (buy back) His creation through Christ.
New Creation – Identity Kids Series
A single lesson teaching kids about the story of Nicodemus and how being born again means we are a new creation even though it takes time for the changes to show.
Who God Says I Am – Identity Kids Series
A single lesson teaching kids about the story of Zacchaeus and how our identity comes from God alone.
Identity Truths Kids Need to Know
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In a world that is constantly telling kids who they are and who they should be, we have a vital responsibility as children's ministry leaders to teach kids about who they are in Christ. Unless kids hear and embrace the truths God declares about them, they will not come to a full understanding of who they are in Christ and will never reach their full God-given potential.
Here are just a few important truths kids need to internalize...
I am who God says I am. (“So God created human beings in his own likeness..." Genesis 1:27 (NIrV))
In Christ, I am REDEEMED. (“'For I have redeemed you,’ God says.” Isaiah 43:1 (NKJV))
In Christ, I am a NEW CREATION. ("When anyone lives in Christ, the new creation has come. The old is gone! The new is here!" 2 Corinthians 5:17 (NIrV))
In Christ, I am a CHILD...
What Do I Do? Cards for Kids
A resource to help connect with your kids and see what challenges they are facing.
Proclaim Prayer Activity for Kids
Use this simple prayer activity to remind kids of the truths of the Bible. This makes a great prayer activity as part of an Ash Wednesday service, a series on identity, or anytime you want kids to remember what God says about them!
Download the prayer activity here!
Recommended time: 10-15 Minutes
Supplies:
- Strips of paper with Scriptures/Biblical Truths on them (included in this printable)
- Chairs in a circle
- A Bucket or Bowl
Station Instructions:
- Print and cut the strips of paper with Biblical truths on them. Place them in the bucket or bowl.
- Have kids sit in a circle.
- Say: We are going to proclaim together. To proclaim means to say something that you know is true. On these papers, there are things we know are true, like scriptures or things we find in the Bible. When it’s your turn, pick out a piece...
Defining Identity
As kids get into the groove of the school year with new classes, friends, sports teams, and more, they will probably come up against questions - asked in their own minds and by those around them - about their identity. Who are they? WHOSE are they? Where do they belong? I'm excited to share this week's guest blog post from Christie Penner Worden from Raise Up Faith about helping define identity with kids:
How do we help kids truly know who they are, rooted in identity, and confident children of God?
How do we tell them the truth without pretending the world around them won’t answer what we struggle to talk about?
The word “identity” has caused confusion over the last number of years. And I wonder if we have been part of the problem, as the Church, misusing or abusing the word, from a place of misunderstanding, fear, or even bias?...
Identity in Christ Self-Portrait
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Using Scripture, kids can understand who they are because of who God says they are. Unless kids hear and embrace the truths God declares about them, they will not come to a full understanding of who they are in Christ and will never reach their full God-given potential. Use this simple activity as a way to remind kids who they are in Christ!
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Give a copy of the download above to kids and invite them to draw a self-portrait. Above and around their self-portrait, kids should write some of the words or phrases from the Identity in Christ Truths List included in the download. Kids...
Bible Baseball Dice Review Game
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Here's a fun way to review a Bible story, lesson, or series with the kids in your ministry! This game works with any curriculum and is a great way to get kids moving and reviewing![/vc_column_text][vc_btn title="Download the instructions and dice printable here!" align="center" link="url:https%3A%2F%2Fdeeperkidmin.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2023%2F05%2FDKM-Bible-Baseball-Dice-Review-Game.pdf|target:_blank"][vc_column_text]
Supplies: Bible Baseball Dice Printable, 3 bases and a home plate set up in your space, Scorekeeper, Paper and pen, review questions
How to Play:
In your space, place the home plate and 3 bases in a diamond.
Put the bowl of questions on one side of home plate & the dice on the other side of home plate.
Choose a scorekeeper to keep track of runs and outs and give them pen...
Make a Splash with these Summer Resources for your KidMin!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Things are heating up as summer rolls around, but that doesn't mean the spiritual life of your kids has to cool down! While summertime often means even more sporadic church attendance as families enjoy trips, vacations, and downtime, the summer can be an opportunity for spiritual growth for the kids and families you lead.
Make a splash in kids' faith this summer with these awesome resources!
If you'd like a more visual version of this page, find that here.[/vc_column_text][vc_toggle title="New for 2022" custom_font_container="tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%233ac1e1" custom_use_theme_fonts="yes" use_custom_heading="true"]Summer Splash: Summer Event - Host a wet-n-wild summer event that helps your families stay cool and have fun! This event is designed as a relationship-building event, giving kids and...
Space Themed Bible Verse Coloring Set
Kids will enjoy coloring this space-themed Bible verse coloring set!
Partnering with Millennial Parents
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Thanks for joining me at my breakout session all partnering with Millennial parents! Below you’ll find a copy of the notes for the breakout, links to the free downloads I mentioned, and even a few additional resources. Have more questions? Email me at brittany@deeperkidmin.com.
[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]What do today's families need from the church? Parenting looks different now in light of the digital, diverse, and divided world we live in, and we explored ways to partner with Millennials as they navigate parenting and discipling their kids.
(Click each title below to expand the section and find notes + downloads regarding that topic.)
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Back-to-School Scripture Scratch-Off Printable & Family Devotion
A fun and simple way to encourage a daily habit of prayer and reading scripture as kids head back to school!
The Great Christmas Caper
Kids/families will search for clues and crack codes to discover the identity of the promised Messiah!
Subscriber Freebie Library
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Welcome to the DKM Subscriber's Freebie Library! As a DKM subscriber, you have exclusive access to 120+ free downloads listed here.
We'll add new freebies each month, highlighting the new freebies below, and you'll be able to easily find and download all of our freebies, whether you've been with us since the beginning or just joined us yesterday.
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