“As many as 50% of children raised in Christian families drop out of church during their transition from primary school to high school.” This is what I heard at a recent children’s ministry conference. The speaker was David Goodwin, an … Continue reading →
We all know how important it is for our children to develop strong, healthy friendships. These are the kind of relationships that bring out the best in our kids; encouraging, accepting, challenging, relaxing. When our kids have good friends they … Continue reading →
“Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.” Proverbs 16:3 She gripped her pencil with ease and started drawing. Her simplistic artistry shone far beyond her little eighteen months with skills even a four-year-old had … Continue reading →
If you want a lesson in faith, who would you look to for help: an adult or a child? One would think adults who have processed what it means to believe in God—really believe—would be the most helpful in our … Continue reading →
At age eight or nine, my daughter still loved playing with baby dolls. I started wondering if maybe she was getting a little old for such things. Shouldn’t she progress into older pursuits like reading chapter books, learning to bake, … Continue reading →
Jesus’ Hands With His hands He healed the sick, the helpless and the weak. He touched blind eyes so they could see, and tongues so they could speak. With open hands and open arms, He let the children come. He … Continue reading →