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 […]
Joel 2:28-29 (NIV) “And afterward, I will pour out my Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your old men will dream dreams, your young men will see visions. Even on my servants, both men and women, I will pour out my Spirit in those days.“ Our Heavenly Father said that He would pour out His Spirit on […]
We have all encountered a reluctant child. You know, the one who is hanging on for dear life to their Mom or Dad’s leg. Okay, that is a bit of an extreme mind picture for you. But at times we will find children who are reluctant to enter our church class. Many times it just […]
Is it possible to have too much confidence? Yes, it is. Self-doubt is one ditch while over-confidence is another ditch. Here’s one of my stories of dealing with over-confidence. My first four years in ministry was a mixed bag. It was a extremely hard time on many levels, but internally my ministry was growing by […]
In ministry, we want to minister from a place of confidence. Confidence in God, but also confidence in our own gifting’s and our ability to hear from God. There is nothing more embarrassing, than to get up to speak in front of a group of people, when you not sure you even want to follow […]
Are you shopping for curriculum? I’ve got a couple questions for you… Have you ever thrown your hands up in the air in desperation while searching for curriculum? When you found one you have you thought, “Okay, now much does it cost?” I bet you chuckled and said yes to one of these questions. Here’s the deal, […]
It’s important to talk to kids about the Holy Spirit. Our kids need to know the Holy Spirit is real, powerful, and that He comes to live inside when we ask Jesus Christ into our hearts. This week I’ll be sharing five of my favorite sermons teaching about the Holy Spirit. I guarantee these will […]
I never really understood the name “Vacation Bible School.” The words “school” and “vacation” should NEVER be in the same sentence. When I hear someone say “Vacation Bible School,” it reminds me of summer school. Another thing is Vacation Bible School is not really a vacation for me. I always seem […]
Preschool Curriculum – Buy 2 – Get 1 FREE! Preschoolers are eager to learn about God and are quick to receive the things of the Spirit. Give your kids a rock-solid foundation as you impart these basic, yet powerful truths of our Christian faith. Learn how to, “Plant seeds that last a lifetime!” Have you asked […]
Ministering to preschool children can seem daunting at times. They are very wiggly and active. I am going to give you four tools you can use every week. If you learn how to use these tools during our class time you will have success ministering to your preschoolers. PLAYTIME An important part of your preschool […]