“In the last days, God says, I will pour out my Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your young men will see visions, your old men will dream dreams.” – Acts 2:17 This scripture makes it clear that it is God’s will that our children prophesy. This begs the question: Why […]
Recently, I was frustrated with our worship services for several months because the kids in my class were not worshipping in a way I knew they could. Some kids entered into worship, but many sat down and did not sing. I have found that teaching on that subject is one of the most fruitful ways […]
In the summer of 1996, I was the guest speaker at a Kids Camp in Fergus Falls, MN. During worship, I sat behind the puppet stage with my ice-breaker puppet, waiting for the local Kids Pastor to introduce me. I couldn’t see anything except the curtains of the puppet stage, but I suddenly sensed the […]
When we celebrate the 4th of July, we are celebrating not just a historical event, but a divine concept. As Americans, the concepts of free will and self-determination are part of our DNA, but freedom did not begin with the birth of the USA. Freedom is God’s idea! Observe the Sabbath day by keeping it holy … Remember […]
To say it’s been a painful year for the Church is an understatement. It seems like every month we hear about another church leader who falls, confessing to sexual sin and/or sexual abuse. Most shocking is that some of these incidents involved sexual abuse of minors. It’s happening with such frequency we can become numb […]
I am writing this blog in honor of Father’s Day. Fathers – the best thing you can do for your kids is to give your life to Christ, but the next best thing you can do is to love your wife and maintain a healthy marriage. It’s clear. The current culture has an agenda to […]
Last week was bustling with activity at Lamplight Academy, and we’re excited to share our progress with you! My husband and I flew from Biloxi, MS to Minneapolis to set up a studio for Pastor Mark’s new course recordings. Having previously worked for Geek Squad, mounting a TV was a quick task for me. However, […]
It’s the month of June, a time of year when our culture asks everyone to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community. This creates an awkward situation for Christians. We want to be loving and accepting of people who think differently, but our conscience will not allow us to celebrate something that the scriptures say is a sin. […]
As you minister to children, you will inevitably grow as a leader. Developing a thriving kids’ ministry requires a significant number of volunteers, making it essential to understand leadership principles and enhance your leadership skills. Here are the top 5 leadership skills crucial for kids’ ministry: 1. Lead by Example The cornerstone of effective leadership […]
In the journey of serving in kids’ ministry, one often encounters the misconception that it’s somehow lesser or not as significant as other forms of ministry. Despite its vital importance, such attitudes can take a toll on your spirit over time. As a leader, it’s crucial not to let these perceptions wear you down. You […]