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Sermon Notes: Yes, they Can!

Have you ever watched a 6-year-old take notes during the sermon…real notes and not just creative doodles? Impossible, you say? Well, think again. With a little help and encouragement, you...

Beyond “Fun”

More often than not, if you search on a church’s website for information about their children’s ministry, you will come across the word “fun.” The “fun” may include creative activities,...

As If Parenting Wasn’t Difficult Enough

When it comes to new digital/media technology, I have a tendency to stick my head in the sand. I’m still having a hard time figuring out how to use my...

How Big is the God of Your Sunday School?

Years ago, Dr. Bruce Ware wrote an excellent book titled, Their God is Too Small, in response to the false teaching of open theism. Open theism denies God’s omniscience and immutability....

Imitating What They See

Here’s some good and sobering parenting advice from Randy Alcorn: Teaching our children the truth is absolutely necessary, but it is not sufficient. The solid foundation for a life is...

Youth Ministry: Set Apart or a Part?

Most churches heartedly affirm the importance of a thriving youth ministry within the local church. However, unless we are intentional, youth ministry can also be mistakenly viewed as a separate...