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This post is a brief review of the book by George Barna called, "Transforming Children into Spiritual Champions." I am glad that there is this book called, "Transforming Children into Spiritual Champions," that is going around the world with it's perspective that children's ministry matters. Of course, being in children's ministry I'm already convinced of... Continue Reading →
I wish I could attend http://www.kidbuilders.ca conference, but I'll be away this time. Check out the children's ministry link (Glo Media) below from workshop presenter Amber Smith. Here's a blog from presenter Nicki Straza. Here's a music website from presenter Mary McKay. And the keynote speaker Craig Jutila (SO bummed I can't go!) has a... Continue Reading →
Disregarding, demeaning or devaluing children destroys your soul. If you don't believe me, consider Jesus' encounter with children in Mark 10:13-16. And they were bringing children to him that he might touch them, and the disciples rebuked them. Crowds of people were attracted to Jesus. And there was something about him that stirred them to... Continue Reading →
Thanks for these thoughts Jeremy! Discussing God With A 3-Year Old « JeremyNortonBlog.com.
Erasing Hell. My buddy Jeremy posted this YouTube link on Francis Chan's book trailer. Families need to have these kinds of conversations about Hell with their children. This isn't about scaring them like a horror flick. This is about seriously weighing the words of God and gracefully pointing children to the One who died to... Continue Reading →
curriculum tips {for new volunteers} | Lemon Lime Kids. Clicking the link above will get you to 4 fantastically powerful, yet simple tips that will empower a volunteer's use of curriculum. Thanks Amy!
Amazima Ministries - Katie's Story. I absolutely love stories of people going out there and meeting the needs of children no matter what the risks! Check it out!
The Piper-Warren Interview – Justin Taylor. Good theological discussion. Being a children's pastor, my favourite quote is, "If you want to do the kingdom of God, you must care about children's ministry."
Mars Hill Church | Luke's Gospel: Investigating the Man Who Is God | Jesus and Children. I've included a link here to some great preaching on how Jesus views children. Pastor Mark Driscoll mentions some good resources at the top and then opens up the Word from Luke 18:15-17. How do you view children? Are... Continue Reading →
How to help your children develop 8 character qualities that will make them healthy adults. (6:23). Henry Cloud and John Townsend have been helping me with my parenting. This six minute video will give you a great framework and overall picture of how you want your kids to be when they are adults. As parents,... Continue Reading →
Pastor Steve is a Children's and Family Pastor. He communicates about parenting, family and children's ministry.
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