Pastoral Struggles and Advice Zone

Stop trying to do life without Jesus. 

Here are some key principles for managing difficult behaviors.

Take care of yourself so you can help take care of others.

A negative comment about you have said or done is not the end of the world, but it often feels like it. Craig Jutila encourages you to move on and make something constructive out of the situation.

Get tips on how to better manage your time. 

How can we share the gospel effectively with children with disabilities?

Here are six ideas to build an engaged and motivated team no matter the circumstances.

How do I teach “Go To Church” when the church doors are closed?

4 Reasons you may be having an issue with Task Management.   

Use the power of 2 to build a great volunteer team. 

When did ministry become a job? Find out how to kill the dragons before they kill you spiritually.

Download a PDF of the 12 steps of the Kidmin Covenant

After years and years of ministry, I have discovered that there is no greater tool for recruiting volunteers for children's ministry.

What do you do when you're caught between organization and creativity?

The tongue can be a powerful weapon. 

What are some of the benefits to longevity in ministry?

You need to treat the 'pastor's kids' the same as every other sinner.

Here's a few questions to help you gauge the health of your Children's Ministry.

Give yourself a break and use these tips for active participation during large group time. 

If you're in a toxic church environment, here are some steps you can take to improve or remove yourself from it. 

"When Covid hit, I was reminded of a few things that are true about kidmin leaders."

Is 'Good Enough' good enough?

Don't underestimate a child's ability to understand and to worship. 

Ministry has its rewards, but it can also break your heart. 

Many children's pastors and children's ministry volunteers want to help single parents and families. Here's helpful advice on who should discipline and how.

Technology is great... until it isn't. What do you do when your tech fails?

Did you wake up on the wrong side of the bed this morning?

Do we place our hope in God, or in man?

Since when are goals only for January? You can set goals any time of year... like now!

Is church still church if it's online?

Videos are fun, but live teachers are better... even the bad ones!

Many a leader sabotaged his or her ministry simply because they were not teachable. How and why you should SEEK out feedback.

Lessons that I learned from the strategic ways of Jesus. These may be quick to read but,like all of the things of Jesus, pack a great punch.

We are entrusted with the incredible privilege of loving and leading God’s precious children. Some may need a little extra care and support due to special needs or behavior challenges.

Children are not merely the future of the church; they are a vital part of it now.

Let’s be honest. Kids Ministry is TOUGH. Yes, it is full of joy, but it seems equally loaded with challenges.

7 lessons Karl has learned that can help you sustain your ministry without losing your soul, your family, or your joy.

5 practical applications that can inspire us to be “Honest Abe’s” for the children of this generation.

Josh McDowell’s story is compelling. A former atheist, he set out to disprove Christianity.

Dwight L. Moody is a name that stands tall in the history of evangelism.

Corrie ten Boom's story is a powerful reminder of what it means to live a life of faith, courage, and conviction.

Tina Houser was one of the most creative and prolific content creators I have ever known.

Henrietta Cornelia Mears was one of the most influential Christian educators of the 20th century, shaping the future of Sunday School and profoundly impacting children’s ministry.

Albert Einstein is widely regarded as one of the greatest scientific minds in history. Could you be nurturing the next great mind?

Kidology started in 1994 while the Internet was still a mystery to most people. There was no eBay, PayPal, YouTube, or Google, and Amazon had just barely launched.

As you think about your gifts this season, I encourage you to prayerfully consider the ministries that are making a difference for Jesus.

Table Talkers are the perfect solution to kickstart family conversations and incorporate spiritual growth into everyday life.

This is Karl's version of the beautiful fable of The Three Trees. Ideal for Christmas or Easter.