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Practical ways to fulfill the Great Commission at Hom

Our children are facing difficult circumstances daily. No matter what culture they are living in, there are always pressures and temptations to do the wrong things. As parents, we can teach, by our example and our words, what is right. Yet even children who know Christ face struggles that pull them away from doing "the right thing."

Author Cheri Fuller has developed a wonderful three-step model for engaging children in prayer: invite, equip and release. When applied to revival praying, this model takes on powerful significance.

When we think of those we know who live holy lives, we generally don’t think of children. Children need two important things: example and opportunity. If holy living is not demonstrated to them, we cannot expect that they will grow up with a desire to be holy.

Children can be taught the basics of prayer from the Lord Himself, who has given us some very specific instructions. The simplest and most powerful way that children (and adults too) can grasp and understand prayer is to read and follow God’s How-To Manual of Prayer--The Bible. Study one of these prayer concepts together each week and put them into practice so that children will begin to weave prayer into the fabric of their every day lives. The Lord will be faithful as your children grow in their prayer lives.

Reasons not to give up when everything seems hard.

They gave you and me a free and independent America. The history books never told you a lot about what happened in the Revolutionary War. We didn't fight just the British. We were British subjects at that time and we fought our own government! Some of us take these liberties so much for granted, but we shouldn't. So, take a few minutes while enjoying your 4th of July holiday and silently thank these patriots.

Jeremiah 29:11: What a powerful legacy for any child--or for any Christian! Almighty God has told us that He has wonderful plans for us. Here are some practical steps toward bringing your children to fullness in Christ, through employing the powerful Word of God.

One of the biggest challenges for any children's ministry leader is helping the adult congregation recognize that your ministry is a vital part of the kingdom plan for the entire church. These suggestions and hints are proven in hundreds of churches. Formulate a strategy for growth.

Here is a great lesson for children on the story of Balaam's talking donkey. Through this story, kids will learn that they need to listen for God's guidance.

What will you say when a little child says to you, “I can’t feel God today”?  

Find out how you can calm the 'whethers' in your kids' lives, even if you can't control the 'weather'.

Not everything in ministry is self-evident. Some things that seem true—or effective—can produce substandard results. Read these tips on how to be most effective in your ministry.

If you work (or have worked) on a multiple member staff at a local church, you know that it is not always easy to maintain unity and cohesion among the team. Much of the reason for that includes some of these common mistakes made by church staff members.

Ten easy steps to help you get started on your goal to partner with families in your church.

Do you have a list of classroom supplies? Here are my top ten essential classroom supplies.

Exciting ways to raise money for your Children's Ministry and get others involved.

Use these awesome tips to make your teaching more interactive!

Here is a trivia game for your children's ministry on Mother's Day!

Here are 10 Bible passages for every kidmin to know. They will provide a Scriptural foundation for their ministry.

What do volunteers really need from their leaders to give them support and help them feel appreciated? Hear what these volunteers said. 

Fall is right around the corner, and we have to be ready! Prepare now by keeping the following tips in mind.

Do you have a prayer team for your children's ministry? One of the most powerful tools believers have in ministry is prayer! Here are ten ways to build a prayer team for your children's ministry.

How to deal with behavior problems with kids in your ministry

Every kidmin faces discouragement, this article gives you ten ways to overcome it.

Do you have trouble engaging with kids? Try these 100 questions to get you started. 

Fun simple ideas for engaging kids!

Need a good reason to love Children's Ministry? How about 110 reasons?

Here is a fun Preschool Bible activity to help preschoolers learn that life has its ups and downs, but God is in control and works for the good of those who love Him, according to His purposes!

Do you need an anxiety detox? Take 15 minutes and help yourself with these steps to decrease anxiety.

Many children’s ministry leaders do things that keep their ministry average at best. Here are a few of the ways I’ve seen that churches  maintain average instead of healthy and excellent.

Phrases that everyone should refrain from saying in front of any Children's Pastor.

Have you ever used "Extreme Language"? We all have. The trick is to become aware when we're doing it, and put an end to it. Otherwise, we might start to believe it. 

One of the most important skills a leader needs to learn is to listen. Here are 21 crucial questions we need to learn to ask. 

A mom and dad share 22 of their favorite Thanksgiving family traditions.

Two people are better than one. They get more done by working together. Ecclesiastes 4:9

Worship is an important part of the Christian life. In order to develop a heart of worship in children who are new in the faith (or young in age), there are some practical steps you should take.

How do you get more volunteers into your children's ministry?

Exhaustion happens, stress is likely, and often collapsing is inevitable. Learn how to keep moving forward when you are going through a collapse.

Each of us have blind spots in our life and ministry that we may not be aware of.

"What are you most afraid of as a parent?" This question evokes fear and uncertainty in many parents. How can you move from fear to rest and trust?

Times have changed. As children's pastors and parents, we need to realize that our kids need more than what we're teaching.

You've no doubt seen the latest craze in children’s ministries: kid themed environments. Here are 3 reasons why your church absolutely needs a themed Children's Ministry.

Sandpaper can hurt. But it also smoothes out our rough edges. How will you use the sandpaper that God has put in your life?

What small things can you do to make 2019 even better for your ministry?

The curriculum we use should not set the direction of our children's ministry. As a #kidmin leader, you should tell the curriculum the direction of your ministry.

What are the temptaions that new... and seasoned... leaders face? How can you overcome them?

Every pastor or minister wants to be relevant during the Christmas season and point people toward Christ. Here's timely advice on what they need to say.

A few life lessons as taught by kids

How do you minister to the kids in your care? It shouldn't be just in the classroom.