just because they're young does not mean they cannot encounter Him

The Bible is full of impactful stories that can teach kids how to live God's way. These 10 Key Old Testament Bible lessons for kids cover some of the most famous ones. This article gives an overview of the ten lessons and there is a link to each one. From the Creation, to Noah and the Ark, to Abraham’s promise, to Moses and the burning bush, to David and Goliath, to Jonah and the Big Fish, to Daniel in the Lion’s den, to Ruth’s faithfulness, to Esther the queen, and all the w

Whether children are seen as part of the church family or not should never be up for debate. What we can discuss, however, is what their role in the family should be and where the space is for them to take on that role. The popular question I'm referring to is: "Should children stay in church or go to Sunday school?" I studied Practical Theology with a specialization in Youth Work, so this debate naturally surfaced quite regularly in both course material and casual discussion

Building a strong kids ministry team starts with inviting the right people, offering ongoing encouragement, and partnering closely with church leadership. This post shares practical, heart-centered ways to lead volunteers who create a safe and joyful space where kids can meet Jesus.

Nobody teaches you how to recruit Sunday school volunteers - they just kind of expect you to get it done. I've worked in various kids ministries over the past decade and I'd say that volunteer recruitment is the most underrated skill needed to not burn yourself out as a youth worker.

Discover 7 reasons Sunday School volunteers leave and practical ways to help them stay. Build a healthier, stronger children's ministry team.

I recently wrote a guide with craft ideas for teaching kids about Doubting Thomas when this question started stirring in me. When believing parents, teachers, and Sunday school volunteers talk to kids about faith, we often miss the opportunity to teach them about doubt. This article contrasts faith and doubt, using Doubting Thomas as an example of why it is important to disciple kids into mature faith that can withstand the questions that will inevitably arise. May you find s

How creativity, play, and participation help children encounter God - not just learn about Him. Sunday school crafts matter more than you think.

15 Crafts for Sunday School / Kids Church about the Doubting Thomas Bible story.

These 5 easy crafts and activities teach kids about baptism in a new fresh way that has not been done a million times!