The Blood, The Word, The Name
A couple of Sundays ago, we opened our home to our entire staff of children's ministry staff for a come and go open house Christmas party. It was so much fun. We had so many of our volunteer staff and their families with us that it was wall-to-wall people. And, to make things even more exciting, some of the families brought trays of finger foods and others brought plates of desserts. We had tables and counters covered with food. Great friends, unbelievable food ... it was heaven on earth. Towards the end of the evening, one of our staff was playing songs from the iTunes on my computer....
The Importance of Being Filled with the Spirit
My lifestyle at times can get way too hectic and I have to be creative in finding opportunities to read. Thankfully, my iPad is with me 90% of my day and often gives me the ability to read a portion of a downloaded book whenever a brief time of solitude presents itself. I am often able to read a few pages while I am waiting on an appointment or away from the office and have a few minutes of "me" time when there are no phone calls or people to interact with. I recently downloaded a book that I would encourage you to purchase. The Complete Smith Wigglesworth is a collection of his sermons and...
Planning for a Supernatural Children’s Ministry
Can you believe that 2011 is almost history? Wasn't it just yesterday that we were saying goodbye to 2010 and hello to 2011? I've spent some time lately looking back at the last 11 months of this year and analyzing what has transpired in our children's ministry, looking at the goals that were established at the beginning of the year and where we stand today on those goals. Hopefully you too have or will be doing this soon. I have examined the subjects/themes that were taught, the different areas in which we've challenged the children, and the social/relational development of our children....
Tidbits
This week, I want to deviate from the regular blog subject matter and share random thoughts and ideas ... * I'm currently reading a book entitled "Pentecost Lost" written by Patricia Holland. It is both a great read and a must read. You can obtain a copy by going to www.patriciaholland.org/pentecost-lost * Blogs that I consistently read and follow ... 1. Relevent Children's Ministry (www.relevantchildrensministry.blogspot.com) 2. Patricia Holland (www.patriciaholland.org/blog) 3. Leader2Leader (www.jimwideman.blogspot.com) * We recently had Ronnie Caldwell come to minister to the children of...
Let’s Not Apologize!
This past weekend, I had the privilege of visiting the church in South Texas that I attended when I was growing up. Throughout the service, my mind was flooded with memories. To be honest, I had trouble paying attention to the guest speaker that Sunday. My mind was constantly thinking about different things that happened at the Christian Center in my childhood and youth. I could almost visibly see my pastor, Brother B.B. Hankins, flowing in the anointing and working together with the Holy Spirit. Also during that service I reflected on the wit and wisdom of Brother Hankins. Among the dozens...
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