Do you want to engage your kids in Bible learning in a fun and delicious way? Then check out our Parables of Jesus curriculum! This 10-lesson course uses recipes to explore the powerful truths that Jesus Christ taught through His parables. Each lesson comes with hands-on activities, yummy treats, and age-appropriate lessons that will get … Read more
We’re excited to share about a new curriculum option for children’s ministry called Sunday School Planet. For an annual subscription, churches will get digital access to object lesson videos, on-screen games, kids worship music, and Bible teaching material. This blog post is our first impression, be sure to visit the official Sunday School Planet website … Read more
It’s important to find the right children’s bible for your family. Zonderkidz has released a new edition of their kid-friendly NIrV translation. This Bible is inspired by the popular Minecraft video game. It features block style cartoon illustrations that children will enjoy. To help get the word out about this book, they sent me a free … Read more
Recently, I received a copy of Daniel Darling’s new book, The Original Jesus: Trading the Myths We Create for the Savior Who Is.  (Available on Amazon.com) Published by Baker Books, Darling takes on an interesting subject–the Christian’s concept of Jesus. If your shopping for a children’s Bible, be sure to see the our new articles reviewing the … Read more
I’m trying to keep clear of posting too many book reviews. That’s because our website is really focused on helping churches and ministry leaders with zero budget. But I do make some exceptions, especially for ministry friends like Glenys NELLIST. She’s written a beautiful and engaging book for children titled, “Love Letters from God.” It’s … Read more
Last week I received a copy of the new CD from Seeds Family Worship. From the first listen, I was impressed. This is the 8th volume of their scripture based praise music for children & families. All the songs in this edition relate to the theme of God’s Word. Here’s a track listing. The Word … Read more
Fellow children’s pastor Mark Jones just sent me a copy of his book, “A Dad’s Gotta Do What a Dad’s Gotta Do.” I normally don’t write book reviews, but Mark is a friend and this book was a fun read with my kids. So, here’s what I like about this book: I’m a grouchy dad, … Read more
I really hope that I’m not alone when I say that parenting is the hardest thing that I have ever done. I say that in honesty and humility. I am ashamed to say that I have misrepresented a loving God to my children with impatience, fatigue, fear, control, or manipulation at times. This is not … Read more
There are lists of Kidmin books that every personal in children’s ministry should have. They include titles from people like Jim Wideman, Sue Miller, Reggie Joiner, Dale Hudson, Ryan Frank and many more. Chances are that you have some or all of them on your shelves already. The purpose of this post is to give … Read more
There is a brand new resource that you need to order today, if you haven’t already. Children’s ministry pioneer, Jim Wideman, has released Kidmin Leadership. Â This book is unique because it is filled with leadership lessons for children’s ministers written by children’s ministers, based on what was learned in two years of mentoring with Jim. … Read more