[NEW] Summer Games: 3-Week Children’s Ministry Curriculum with Olympic Theme for 2024

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🚸 Ages 6-12 Years Old

“Summer Games” brings the excitement of the Olympic games to your church while teaching kids how to live for God. This study is perfect for children aged 6-12 years old.  The Bible often compares the Christian life with the challenges of athletic competition. This curriculum series draws on those themes to help children understand the importance of spiritual training in their daily lives.

Lesson 1: Training to Win (1 Corinthians 9:24-25)

• Main Point: Preparing our hearts with God’s Word and prayer is essential.
• Bible Story: The Training of Daniel

Lesson 2 - Running the Race (Hebrews 12:1-2)

• Main Point: We must keep going and trust in God, even when it gets tough.
• Bible Story: Elijah's Race of Faith

Lesson 3 - Finishing Strong (2 Timothy 4:7-8)

• Main Point: The greatest reward awaits those who finish the race of faith.
• Bible Story: Paul's Final Race

Target Age Group: Children 6-12 Years Old

Setting: Children’s Church or Sunday School or Olympic Theme VBS

Translation: This study is written to work with any Bible translations.

Gospel Connection: Even though we are called to obey and love God, it was ultimately Jesus’ effort on the cross, not our spiritual accomplishments, that secured our salvation. 

Each lesson includes various engaging activities for children, such as group games, object lessons, interactive Bible stories, discussion guides, craft activities, word searches, and coloring pages.

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Why Choose Summer Games Curriculum for Your Children's Ministry?

Many children struggle to see the relevance of faith in their daily lives, particularly in today’s fast-paced, distraction-filled world. Churches need engaging, relatable content that not only captures the attention of young minds but also instills deep, lasting values of faith, perseverance, and dedication to God.

The "Summer Games" curriculum series addresses this challenge head-on by paralleling the Christian faith journey with the excitement and challenges of athletic competition. Through three engaging lessons—"Training to Win," "Running the Race," and "Finishing Strong"—children are drawn into understanding key biblical principles using the universally relatable context of sports and competition. This series leverages storytelling, interactive games, and practical applications to make the concepts of faith, perseverance, and eternal reward accessible and memorable for children aged 6-12.

Each lesson within the series is designed to focus on a specific aspect of the Christian life:

• Week 1: "Training to Win" introduces children to the foundational practices of faith, likening them to an athlete's training regimen.
• Week 2: "Running the Race" encourages perseverance through challenges, emphasizing trust in God and community support.
• Week 3: "Finishing Strong" celebrates the concept of eternal reward for those who remain faithful, inspiring children to envision their faith journey as a race worth completing.

By adopting the "Summer Games" curriculum, churches can offer an innovative and effective faith formation program that captivates children's imaginations, encourages active participation, and fosters a deeper understanding of their spiritual journey. The series not only educates but also empowers children to apply these lessons in their lives, promoting a vibrant, enduring faith that navigates challenges with confidence and joy. This curriculum is a tool for churches to nurture the next generation of believers, equipping them with the strength and determination to run their race of faith successfully.

Utilizing the "Summer Games" series offers churches an opportunity to connect with young congregants in a deeply meaningful way, laying a foundation for lifelong faith and commitment to God’s path.

Attention Keeping Learning Activities 

• Easy to teach lesson plan
  
• Discussion questions and prayer
• Printable word search worksheets
• Bible story coloring pages
• Craft activities
• Group game
• Object Lesson

Perfect for Children's Ministry, Kids Church, or Sunday School

Use this Bible study in your children's ministry, kids' church, or Sunday School. Our curriculum includes everything you need to keep the children's attention, get them into God's Word, and help them grow in their personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

• 43 pages of teaching material
• perfect for children aged 6 to 12 (Kindergarten to 6th grade)
• designed for small churches
• instant digital download in one print-friendly PDF file
• flexible teaching activities designed for elementary-aged students
• unlimited permission to share directly with volunteers or families in your church