17 - The Gospel Project Curriculum

Our ultimate goal in kids’ ministry is to lead children to the knowledge of Christ and the acceptance of Him as their Lord and Saviour, which is why we want every lesson to point to Jesus. We feel that The Gospel Project® by Lifeway is the curriculum that best conveys the heart of Gospel-centred ministry.

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Headshot of David McGillivray smiling, wearing a backwards cap and holding a microphone

David serves on eldership at Oxygen Life Church, South Africa. He is married to Ally and they have David McGillivray three children. He is passionate about seeing the next generation burning for God, and enjoys a good surf when he has the chance.

Head-and-shoulders portrait of Tyde Harrison wearing a cap, smiling directly at the camera

Tyde serves in Oxygen Life Church as a deacon. He is a qualified teacher and has a love for kids/youth, adventure & the outdoors.

Sessions

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How to use the videos & booklets in this series.
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God’s heart for kids and the leaders of His kids.
Man with pie on his face pointing at text "A Typical Meeting Time" on pink‑orange background, kids ministry video with Kelly
There are four key elements that are important to include each week in kids ministry
Two speakers with raised hands beside large text 'Leading a Child to Christ' on a pink-orange background
Kids that don’t just look like Christ, but are surrendered to, led by and in a relationship with Him.
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Ensuring the physical and emotional safety of our children.
Two presenters, a smiling woman wearing headphones and a man holding a red fuel can, with large text "Transformational
Every lesson should point to Christ, not just offer helpful life values.
Chagne Heuff as presenter holding a bottle labelled JESUS beside bottles labelled SIN and YOU with 'Teaching Examples' text
What transformational teaching can look like.
Young man holding a Holy Bible and pointing at it next to large text “USING THE BIBLE” on a pink‑orange background
We should always point children to God and His Word
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Smaller groups can have more impact.
Angela Verreynne smiling and gesturing beside large text reading “Facilitating Spirit-Led Encounters” on a pink-orange
How to facilitate Spirit-led encounters in our lessons.
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Kids worship isn’t just about singing fun songs about God
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Games are a powerful way to have fun together and to re-enforce Biblical truths.
Title graphic 'Connecting With Kids' showing an adult leader and a child playing; video by Kellan Harrison
How can I connect with kids better?
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Helping parents to raise their children in the ways of God
Speakers Andrea Beyers and Tyde Harrison standing against a pink‑orange gradient background with the word “DISCIPLINE”
How to lovingly discipline a child in a classroom setting
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How to keep your head in emergencies.
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Adjusting to accommodate growth while keeping the life & purpose.