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How To Choose Happiness (When You Don’t Want To Be)

Well, we have officially entered into the Christmas Season. It is, after all, after Thanksgiving (or should I say Black Friday)? Either way we are on our way, whether we like it or not, toward Christmas. For some, this is a joyous, happy, exciting time. For others it may be a hard, somewhat painful period. […]

Teaching kids how to be THANKFUL

Thanksgiving Day is just around the corner and it brings traditions many of us share.  Things like, a huge turkey dinner, family time with relatives, shopping on Black Friday and last but not least football.  These are all great things, but these things are not what Thanksgiving is all about? Thanksgiving Day began as a […]

Leading effectively without a title

Certainly, leadership is not solely determined by one’s position or title. Leadership can be demonstrated at various levels and in different ways, regardless of whether you hold the “top dog” position. I would guess that 80% of the ministry that I have done has been without a title.  Yet at the same time I know […]

3 Steps For Pastoring Volunteers

In the realm of ministry, the role of a leader goes beyond mere management—it’s a calling to shepherd the hearts of those who serve. The apostle Peter’s words in 1 Peter 5:2-3 offer timeless wisdom that transcends generations, providing a framework for pastoring volunteers. Let’s explore these three essential steps for effective volunteer leadership, guided […]

Igniting the flame of evangelism in kids.

When it comes to evangelism, it is not enough to simply teach children about it; we must encourage and empower them to actively practice evangelism themselves. Interestingly, many children have already mastered the art of evangelism within the realm of video games. When they discover a game they enjoy, they enthusiastically share their excitement with […]

FEED YOURSELF: Nourish Your Teaching Ministry

If you are responsible for nourishing a flock, it is essential to feed yourself first. Standing in front of a group of children and simply reading from the curriculum is not enough. To effectively teach and preach, preparation is key. Preaching should come from the overflow of your own spiritual journey. For instance, if you […]

Does God speak to preschoolers?

Creating environments where God can speak to kids is indeed a crucial goal for teachers involved in preschool ministry. Here are four important steps that can help facilitate this goal: 1.  SEE BEYOND THEIR CURRENT AGERecognize that every child has unique potential and value in God’s eyes. Like Hannah, who saw something special in Samuel, […]

How to teach preschoolers about salvation

Ninety percent (90%) of a child’s personality is formed before the age of 5 years old. When ministering to preschool children you are establishing their foundation, in which their spiritual life will stand and be supported. You have an incredible opportunity to influence the character and development of the kids you are teaching. Don’t lose a minute. […]

Can the devil steal the Word of God from your kids?

Several years ago, I had to fill in on my Wednesday night Preschool Class.  Something came up at the last minute and the lead teacher couldn’t be there. So I grabbed the lesson.  When I saw the lesson, I breathed a big sigh of relief. The Helmet of Salvation, this will go fine, so I […]

What can we learn from the Easter Bunny?

Easter is quickly approaching.  Easter is a time of celebration for Christians rejoicing in what Jesus did for us.  He loved us to much that He died on the cross, took our sin upon Himself and rose again with new life. However, there is a big bunny in the room.  Did you know we can […]