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8 Things Most People Don’t Get About Children’s Ministry

If you are serving in children's ministry, you will resonate with the following eight statements of what people don't get about children's ministry. I'm not writing this for us. I'm writing this for those who aren't in children's ministry.

The Single Greatest Recruitment Tool for Kidmin

If you have done kids ministry for any length of time you will be able to say like Paul, “I know what it’s like to be abased and to abound.”

Witness the Defining Moments

I certainly don’t want to give a child some false sense of spiritual security, but I also remember that Jesus told us to come as a child. There is something about the innocence of children that Jesus honored.

Pastor, Success Is Not Your Goal

"In life and ministry, success is an amazing byproduct but a terrible goal and an even worse master."

5 Things You’re Saying to Guest Families That You Shouldn’t Say

Phrases like "The truth is..." and "I don't know" can really tarnish a newcomer's view of you and your ministry.

Partnering With Schools for the Holidays

I used to believe that heroes wore capes, but these days I’m convinced that anyone who works to invest in the life of a child is a hero in the purest form.

What Bible Should I Buy My Kid?

Now there are more Bible versions and types of Bibles than there are flavors at Baskin Robins.

Why Children’s Ministries Must Be Better at Ministering to Single Parents

"We must be better at ministering to single parents and their children if we are truly going to reach families."

7 Thoughts for Parenting a Young Family During the Presidential Election Season

"Can we just admit this has not been our favorite presidential election season?"

How 1 Question Changed a Boy

"Questions have HUGE potential in your preteen ministry. Ask them. Make room for preteens to ask them."

5 Mistakes Young Leaders Don’t Need to Make

"Here are at least five mistakes I made that you don’t have to."

Why Parenting Strategies Won’t Work

It hit me that the missing piece was the gospel.

Protecting Kids From Pedophiles in Churches

"Most parents will be appreciative of your efforts to make church a safe place for their kids."

The Burn-Out Myth

"How you spend your time matters."

Why Teaching Your Kids to Say Sorry Isn’t Good

"The sooner we teach our kids to repent rather than say “I’m sorry,” the closer they will grow to God’s heart."

Should Children Sit Through “Big Church”?

“The greatest stumbling block for children in worship is parents who don’t cherish their own worship.”

20 Largest Children’s Ministries in America for 2016

Here's a list of the 20 largest children's ministries in America for 2016.

When It Is Time to Go

"There’s a difference between leaving and knowing when to go."

Sean Feucht, Eric Metaxas, and Russell Johnson Set To Lead ‘United...

On Thursday (April 25), political activist Sean Feucht will lead a “United for Israel March” at Columbia University alongside author Eric Metaxas and Pastor Russell Johnson of The Pursuit Church in Seattle, Washington.

Steve Robinson: How To Create a Culture of Service in Your...

Steve Robinson joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to talk about how church leaders can foster a culture of serving in their churches, raise up new leaders, and help people discover their giftings.

Articles for Children's Ministry Leaders