6 Steps to Getting Kids Hooked on Reading the Bible
Use these strategies for getting your kids hopelessly hooked on reading the Bible. “Hmmm. What if a customer wanted cheese on his hamburger?” “I wouldn’t put it on. I’d be…
Tag: Preteens
9 Ideas for Kids of All Ages Develop Strong Friendships
Developing strong friendships—or what the Bible calls phileo love—between kids can be done on a whim, on or off the schedule, and without prep or new supplies. First Samuel 18:3…
President’s Day Children’s Message: Droppin’ a Line
Teaching kids about the power of prayer could be as simple as sending a postcard to the President to celebrate President’s Day. Theme: President’s Day Text: Psalm 17:6 Best for:…
The Impact of Gamification on Your Children’s Ministry
We’re all driven by 8 core game principles that’ll transform our ministries—and engage kids like never before. I’m an unabashed gamer. I’m 40 years old, and I’ve been playing games…
The Bible Uncensored: Expert Advice on How to Teach Kids
Should the Bible be censored for kids? Find out what experts say. From the account of Cain murdering Abel, to David committing adultery with Bathsheba, to the woman at the…
Preteen Sunday School Lesson: God’s Loving Guidelines
Use this Valentine’s Day Preteen Sunday school lesson to help preteens learn about God’s loving guidelines. Find more great Sunday school lessons to help kids grow in their faith. 1.…
9 Quick Tips for Teaching Kids to Pray
Prayer habits that last a lifetime are most often formed in childhood. That’s why it’s so critical to teach young children how to pray. As with most spiritual disciplines, prayer…
How to Solve the Sixth-Grader Challenge in Your Ministry
In preteen ministry, you must face the sixth-grader challenge. Here’s how to meet the needs of these preteens in your ministry. “Everybody is shrinking!” That’s what one sixth-grader told Jim…
A Midwinter’s Night Picnic + 14 Can’t-Miss Indoor Winter Activities
In January, families are back in their regular routines, and winter is beginning to seem endless. So why not shake up things at your church with a midwinter family picnic…
5 Valentine’s Day Experiences to Teach Kids About God’s Love
Use these five experiences to engage kids with God’s grace and care so they’ll never forget his love for them. We want kids in our ministries to really experience God’s…
