Can the Polar Express Movie Be an Evangelism Tool?

Confession time.  I recently watched The Polar Express for the first time with my boys and I have to admit that I found myself in tears during a few scenes.  As I racked my brain trying to figure out why I was crying, I realized it was the unintended hidden message of the movie.  For … Read more

Classic Teaching Principles for Children’s Ministry

I recently had the opportunity to attend a seminar on Creative Bible Teaching at the National Youth Workers’ Convention.  Though the seminar was structured to meet the needs of junior high and high school teachers, there was a considerable amount of information that was transferrable to those who work in children’s ministry. The following is … Read more

12 Way to Make the Christmas Story Come Alive for Kids

Christmas comes alive in homes when parents actively invite their children to participate in the account of the Savior’s birth.  Effective learning happens when children are allowed to discover, imagine, and create in a way that engages the whole child.  Distribute this idea list to families with preschool-aged children to assist them in grasping the beauty of … Read more

The Adoption of Moses (Children’s Bible Lesson)

This Bible lesson for children is based on the story of Moses from Exodus 1:15-2:10 and his mother releasing him to the care of the Pharoah’s daughter. This lesson shows the deep love of a birthmother for her child and the gift of life she gives when she releases her child for adoption. The theme … Read more