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The Crucial Role of Sharing the Gospel in Kids’ Ministry

Today, I want to share a story—a story that resonates deeply with the heart of children’s ministry. My wife and I consider ourselves fortunate that a few years ago we were granted a unique opportunity: participation in Jim Wideman’s coaching program. To many, he’s simply “Brother Jim.” His wisdom, experience, and passion for children’s ministry […]

LEADERSHIP: How to deal with a negative team member

Have you noticed that happy people tend to enjoy volunteering and serving with others. However, it can be difficult to stay positive when you are around someone who is super negative all the time. In life there are all types of people such as optimists, realists, pessimists, and opportunists. Therefore, it should not be a surprise […]

How to Overcome the Feeling of Isolation

Many children’s pastors have experienced the feeling of being “alone” at their church. You’ve probably heard the song “One Is The Loneliest Number,” by Three Dog Night. In movies, it is usually played as the main character walks in the rain and gets drenched with water from a car flying down the road. Sometimes as […]

Why Teach Kids Daily Devotions?

Can I ask you a few questions? Do you want your kids to have a daily devotional time with God? Would you like to see an excitement and enthusiasm for God’s Word in your kids? Is it important for our kids to have a heart for the lost? I imagine your answer to all three […]

Aim High

  “Reach high, for stars lie hidden in you. Dream deep, for every dream precedes the goal.” – Rabindranath Tagore The beginning of the year is my favorite because there is excitement, exhilaration and optimism about what the year will bring. It is a time where people dream, set goals and map out the future. […]

Dreaming Big!

I’ve got a powerful story to share with you today. I like to take a few moments after worship to teach my kids why we worship. A couple weeks ago one of my 5th grade peer leaders, Taylor, came up to me and asked if she could say something about worship. I nodded my head and […]