And the Winner Is

by Seifert, Sheila; Naylor, Beth

• ISBN13: 9780781445122
• ISBN10: 0781445124
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2007-06-01
• Publisher: David C Cook

Summary

The apostle Paul compares life to a race and encourages Christ-followers to run hard and well. In And the Winner Is. . . children discover Bible heroes who show godly values and run their races to win a heavenly prize. Kids learn that no one can win the race alone they all need Jesus to run across the finish line ahead them. And the Winner Is. . . creatively teaches kids that everyone loves a winner and little ones will delve into what it takes to be a winner in God's kingdom. Scripture-based lesson topics include Tell Him Winners talk with God The Leader Winners follow God's lead God's Authority Winners submit to God's authority How May I Help? Winners serve God and others Tell the Truth Winners tell the truth Bible illustrations include Winners serve others Winners talk and listen to God Winners are content with God's provision Winners use godly wisdom And more! Features and Benefits Multi-age, 13-week children's ministry program Interactive, hands-on Bible stories, drama, and Scripture memory Themed snacks and activities Reproducible take-home pages Small-group prayer times Perfect program to culminate with the celebration of Christmas

Author Biography

Sheila Seifert has over 1,000 publications-articles, stories, books, plays, web pages, and more. She is a magazine and creative writing teacher for the university of Colorado at Denver, director of programs for Colorado Writers Fellowship, and the editor of Dedicated Author, and e-zine for Christian writers. She is married and is the mother of three boys. Beth Naylor is a licensed public school teacher, children's ministry teacher, and a homemaker who also teaches worship dance.