God's Big Story for Little Hearts
When I was growing up, I was given the gift of good books and good guests at the dinner table. […]
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The Story we Tell our Children an interview with Matt Markins
Sam: What was the reason you wrote The Story we Tell Our Children? What was the backstory or the problem […]
Tolkien, Friendship, and the Power of Ordinary Faithfulness
Episode snapshot Guest: Dr. Bill Fliss (Curator, J.R.R. Tolkien Collection at Marquette University) Big idea: Tolkien’s stories don’t just feature […]
Ways to Show Your Volunteers You Love Them
What best communicates love to you? Is it a crazy, over-the-top gesture? While those can be great, they can’t replace […]
How the Trinity Helps us be Better Friends
I was never good at math. I still struggle. But I am proud to say I have the basics on […]
Best Valentine's Day Craft Ideas
Valentine’s Day is a great opportunity to share the love of the One who will never fail. God’s love is […]
Kidmin Has a Birthday
Several years ago, I was watching the Super Bowl and tweeting about it. The year was 2009. The internet was […]
Discipling in the Little Moments
Child discipleship. Sounds like a weighty concept — a term that belongs to your church’s children’s ministry, right? It’s something […]
The Faith of Our Children: Questions We Must Ask and Answer
“What is it the church does that leads to lasting faith in kids?” That’s the central question I explore in […]
How to Develop Volunteers Without Adding to Your Calendar
“I wish I had more time!” I’m sure you’ve uttered these words before. Ministry moves like a toddler who’s just […]