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Will Our Children Grumble about the Government?...

Every American tax payer knows what today is: Times up, your income tax returns and any money you owe is due. And if your children are like my own, they...

Obedience and the Gospel

With the growing emphasis on wanting children to be “gospel-centered,” there seems to be some confusion about the role of God’s law, rules in general, and obedience. Some would even...

I Spy God Almighty!—Family Activity

It’s only 8 a.m., but already I have seen and heard mighty deeds of God.  A red-winged blackbird sat outside the living room window and sang his marvelous song. Rain...

Going for Deep and Wide

Here is a little assignment: What would you say best characterizes your church’s ministry to youth? What key words are used to describe its purpose, mission, and activities? (If you...

A Confession of Faith for Teachers

She’s an eager volunteer who wants to teach children’s Sunday school. Her background is in teaching—15 years as a teacher in a private Christian school. She’s a great communicator, and...

Will Our Children Hope in the Triumph of God?

This Easter has come and gone. The happy celebratory worship service is over. The special clothes the children may have worn are now in the laundry basket. But let’s make...