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Why Your Wiggly Kid Belongs in Worship
Wondering if it’s worth bringing your young child into church worship? Discover five reasons your wiggly kid belongs in worship and how to help them engage—even if they don’t fully understand it yet.
Disciplining with the Gospel, Not Just Behavior Control
Discover how to move beyond behavior control and guide your child's heart toward Christ. Learn gospel-centered discipline strategies that focus on transformation, not just compliance.
Lean Not on Your Own Understanding: A Discipleship Pathway Toward Spiritual Growth
Discover what it truly means to “lean not on your own understanding” and how this principle unlocks real spiritual growth. Learn how daily dependence on God—rather than self-reliance—transforms your discipleship journey and leads to a stronger walk with Christ.
Give Thanks to the Lord: How to Cultivate Thankfulness in Every Season
Discover how to ‘Give thanks to the Lord’ as a daily discipline of faith, not just a holiday idea. Learn practical rhythms of gratitude, how to anchor your thanksgiving in God’s unchanging character, and how this habit fuels disciple-making in your family and ministry.
Talking Faith All Day Long: How to Make Jesus Part of Your Family's Everyday Life
Learn how to naturally make faith part of your family's everyday life. Discover practical ways to talk about Jesus with your kids throughout the day—at home, in the car, and before bed.
Help! There’s No Kids in Our Church (Questions to Ask)
Struggling to attract families to your church? Discover practical steps and key questions to make your church a welcoming place for children and parents. Learn how to create a family-friendly environment that resonates with your community.
Living Out the Great Commission: Practical Strategies for Transformation
Explore practical strategies to fulfill the Great Commission and make it a personal commitment. Discover how to overcome challenges, engage in missions, leverage social media for evangelism, and more in this comprehensive guide.
