Clearly the times are changing in Children’s Ministry. The kids we have in our ministries are Digital Natives; having grown up with digital technology such as computers, the Internet, mobile phones and MP3s for their entire life. Rather than steering clear of technology, we need to use it to our advantage. Children are much more … Continue reading From Flannel Graphs to MacBooks
2 Vital Truths To Introduce Kids To God
Of all the character traits and truths we can teach children about God, I believe there are two vital truths that every child needs to understand. If they can grasp them, the rest of their faith journey can be built on these fundamental truths. So here they are… God Is Our Creator. Knowing that God … Continue reading 2 Vital Truths To Introduce Kids To God
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Seed Planters & Kingdom Illustrators
In the parable of the mustard seed, Jesus asks two questions that have huge ramifications for our approach to next gen ministry. In Luke 13:18 Jesus said, “What is the Kingdom of God like? How can I illustrate it?” The answers to these questions define our role as preschool, children’s, and student ministry leaders. They … Continue reading Seed Planters & Kingdom Illustrators
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Child Size Your Children’s Ministry
This summer I flew from Atlanta to Uganda for a mission trip. The time in Uganda was amazing; the 18 hours of traveling…not so much. I was cramped, uncomfortable, and nothing seemed to fit right. The chairs were too small, the legroom was too narrow, and like the 18 month old two rows up, I … Continue reading Child Size Your Children’s Ministry
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The Question Every Children’s Ministry Must Answer
I had the opportunity to teach the large group in our preschool worship service this weekend at Cross Pointe Church. It reminded me of one of my first memories of church when I was 5 or 6 years old. I have to admit (though it may seem a little sacrilegious for a pastor), I was … Continue reading The Question Every Children’s Ministry Must Answer
Eric Echols 