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Beyond the Primary Purpose

Beyond the Primary Purpose Tough Topics Beyond the Primary Purpose The main purpose of children’s ministry is to help children become members of God’s family. Is evangelizing your primary goal? Do you share the Gospel often in your class or club? Are you alert for indications of spiritual... Read More

Think Like a Teacher!

Think Like a Teacher! Tips & Tricks Think Like a Teacher! -Clint Eastman Do you ever feel like your stu­dents are just enduring the Bible lesson? When planning lessons or com­municating in the classroom, effec­tive teachers repeatedly ask them­selves some evaluative questions: 1. How... Read More

Tearing Down Walls that Threaten Community for Children

Tearing Down Walls that Threaten Community for Children Tough Topics Community-Threathening Walls for Children Can Be Torn  —Corlette Sande As a former school teacher and counselor I have witnessed countless disputes in the classroom, on the playground and in my students’ homes. I have also seen the effectiveness of God’s... Read More

You’ve Got What it Takes

You’ve Got What it Takes Tips & Tricks You’ve Got What it Takes -Julie Cox “I could never teach like they do!” If you think that old excuse eliminates you from serving in children’s ministry, think again! God has used all kinds of people throughout history. He used Deborah when society... Read More

Teach Kids about the Holy Spirit

Teach Kids about the Holy Spirit Tough Topics Teach Kids about the Holy Spirit —E. Lippy Children learn little about the Holy Spirit from today’s curriculum, yet His work is important in their spiritual growth. Teaching about Him in small bites will make these truths easier to digest! Who Is the Holy... Read More