As our children grow, we’re always trying to find things for them to do. We want to keep them entertained; we hate it when they tell us they are bored. But we also want them involved in some meaningful activity, so from an early age we give them chores to do, like picking up their toys, making their beds, setting the table, taking out the trash. As they mature, we are always asking ourselves the question, “What can children do?”
Read MoreAs we continue to get to know the hearts and stories of our children, let us not miss the opportunity to share our hearts and stories with them, so that they may set their hope in God.
Read MoreThe older generation can have the needed influence on the spiritual state of young people today. Family Worship and Family Ministry within the Church create opportunities for older adults to pass their faith to the next generation, leaving a legacy of faith.
Read MoreProclaiming the Gospel to children and teenagers today is a journey of discipleship that includes the entire church family. It is a partnership between parents, families, church members, ministers, leaders, and pastors. On one level or another, at one time or another, everyone in the church is invited to be involved. It is a multidimensional, multigenerational, church-wide ministry. The home and the church come together for this common purpose.
Read MoreElliot’s parents embraced the vision of a Great Commission Family and sent their son like an arrow. Elliot and his wife, along with four other families, gave everything to make disciples of an unreached nation and bless a native tribe with the Gospel of Jesus…Let our prayer for our family be more than safety. Let us dream beyond the American Dream. Let us join a story bigger than ourselves, and let us passionately resist the temptation to forsake the Great Commission simply because it is difficult or counter-culture or uncomfortable or unfamiliar or unknown.
Read MoreIf, I’m honest, the last thing I wanted was a label for my child. I felt my mind scream...'He is not a label! This is NOT what is going to define him!' He is my sweet, sensitive, empathetic, understanding, loving little boy who happens to struggle with fear. I was angry. I didn’t want to tell people for fear that is all they would see.
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