It was my turn to teach this Sunday. (I rotate with other volunteers.) I get my lesson plan mid-week and see that my Bible story is David and Goliath. I immediately can hear in my minds eye, “We know this story!”

My Mission: Bring this story to life in a new, fun and interactive way.

The Secret: Use the kids! (And lots of props)

I have always said that children’s ministry is “stuff-intensive” because children are both highly visual and sensory. Their brain engages when they are holding things. If you aren’t bringing a box of stuff with you any time you teach, you may be undermining your effectiveness!

So, as I reviewed the Bible story, I looked for something new.