With step-by-step instructions (that include photos and scripts!), Gospel Illusions makes it easy for ANYONE to add object lessons and illusions to children's ministries, Sunday School classes, homeschool curriculum, and more. It features over 35 illusions that are sure to make your kids go--WOW! But more importantly, they will help share the Word of God in a creative and memorable way.

Have you ever tried an object lesson and found yourself wondering, "Am I doing this right?" Most object lesson books are hard to follow since they don't include photos! Imagine having one that does!

Gospel Illusions: Object Lessons You Can Do Includes:

• Step-by-step instructions for over 35 illusions
• Photos showing how to do each major step
• Scripts on what to say
• Discussion questions to help kids apply key lessons to their lives

Whether you are new to illusions or a pro, you'll find new object lessons to use! You don't need to practice for hours, crossing your fingers that it will hopefully work. These illusions are quick, easy, and typically require less than 10-15 minutes of practice. Plus, each illusion has a one- to five-star rating for difficulty, so you can conveniently find the right one for your skill (and comfort) level.

Unlike other object lesson books, Gospel Illusions: Object Lessons You Can Do uses everyday items that are around your house, saving you time and money.

Please note: Illusions are not your average object lesson. They include a Sha-Bam! moment that the kids didn't see coming, capturing their attention and helping them remember key truths!

7 Key Features of This Easy-to-Do Object Lesson Book for Sunday School

1. Step-by-Step Instructions & Process Photos. There are lots of great object lesson books out there, but not all of them SHOW you how the lesson should look. Enjoy having process photos AND detailed instructions for every step to guide you through each illusion easily!
2. Scripts. Comes with scripted dialogue cues on how to explain the significance and lesson behind each illusion.
3. Discussion Questions. Includes relevant reflection questions for each illusion to help kids apply key truths to their lives.
4. Unique Categorization. Wonder which object lessons are "safest" to try first? No need to wonder. Gospel Illusions' star rating icons help you find one for your skill level.
5. Anyone Can Do These! From volunteers to teen teaching assistants, these object lessons are simple and easy to follow, using step-by-step instructions and household materials.
6. Age-Appropriate. Save time and money when you have ONE object lesson book for grades K-8! Simple enough for kindergarteners to understand and engaging to pre-teens, these object lessons will wow and astound just about any kid!
7. Expert Advice. Written by experienced children's pastor and professional illusionist Randy Burtis, Gospel Illusions is packed with fully scripted, easy-to-do object lessons and optic illusions.

About the Author

Randy Burtis, born and raised in Calgary, Alberta, became a follower of Jesus at age fifteen. Since that time, his heart's desire has been for children's ministry. His goal is that each child would know they are loved, valued, and accepted; that teachers would be trained to fulfill their mandate to disciple kids; and that parents would be equipped to love their kids into God's kingdom.

To that end, he has traveled to hundreds of churches, spoken at hundreds of camps, and served as a children's pastor for twenty-five years. He currently serves in Canada's largest evangelical church, Centre Street Church, where he oversees kindergarten through fourth-grade children and their families. He is also a professional illusionist, having performed thousands of shows for over twenty-five years. Randy is married and has two daughters who joined his family through adoption.