Scripture, Faith, and Everyday Life

This week, I had the opportunity to help teach our 1st through 5th graders the Lord’s Prayer.  As I spend time preparing and thinking about a lesson it always seems like I learn more than the kids.  Today was no exception.

As I prepared the lesson, I realized that while there are countless resources for helping kids memorize the Lord’s Prayer, there’s very little to help them actually understand what it means.

That got me thinking: Did Jesus want us to just memorize these words—or did He give us this prayer as a blueprint for our relationship with God?

ChatGPT is like having an on-demand Bible commentary, one you can access anytime with just a few keystrokes. If I’m reading a verse and something doesn’t quite make sense, I just type it into ChatGPT. Within seconds, it gives me background, historical context, cross-references, and interpretations from various perspectives—much like a Bible commentary would.

David and Goliath isn’t just a thrilling Bible story—it’s a powerful teaching moment for kids. It’s the story of a young shepherd boy who steps ont...

Teaching children the Bible isn't just about reading stories; it's about creating experiences that help them internalize God's Word. Interactive activities can transform lessons into memorable moments. Here's a curated list of resources and ideas to enrich your Sunday School or mission trip programs.

If your church is anything like mine, we often have limited resources when it comes to Sunday School curriculum. Sometimes the lesson plans we’re given just don’t connect — either with us or with our students.

Explaining the Gospel to a child isn’t about dumbing it down—it’s about breaking it down. Children don’t need a theology degree to understand Jesus. What they need is simple truth, spoken with love and clarity.

Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you share the Gospel with a 5-year-old:

Raising well-rounded, successful children starts with instilling foundational values that will guide them throughout their lives. Among the most important lessons to teach are the principles of loving God and others, embracing responsibility and continuous learning, and managing money wisely while cultivating determination. These core teachings not only shape their character but also equip them with the tools they need to navigate life's challenges and opportunities. By focusing on these areas, we can help our children grow into compassionate, capable, and resilient adults.