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"C" is for Catechism and for Children

Here are nine good reasons for using a catechism with children: Catechisms present the Gospel message. The question-answer format of catechisms engages little children. Catechisms foster a God-centered curiosity in...

Are We Evangelizing Our Children?

[caption id="attachment_5358" align="alignright" width="131"] Original Title Page of the Heidelberg Catechism[/caption] I echo this observation that Starr Meade makes in her article, "Evangelism Starts at Home": My consistent experience has...

"Family Worship" or a Worshipping Family?

These words by Jason Helopoulos are a good reminder not just to homeschool families, but to all Christian families. I love my family. I love being a husband. We celebrate...

What is Your Highest Goal for Your Children and...

This is a good question to ask because the answer will determine what we emphasize to our children and students. Here is Paul Tripp's answer: If we could wish one...

Sunday School is for Freedom

I know that I have posted this exhortation from John Piper before, but it is a great ongoing reminder for those who minister to children and youth week after week....

Mature Teachers Don't Grow on Trees

When I look back at my journey from a new "green" teacher to a more experienced and mature one, it wasn't mainly the books I read or simply "doing it"...