KidMin Backstage

Today I'm joined by Bro. Kyle and we're talking about preparing before it's too late!

When Moses encountered the burning bush, his forty years in the wilderness had already prepared him for leadership. When David faced Goliath, his years tending sheep had already developed his courage and skill. 
In ministry, the moment of opportunity isn't the time to start preparing - it's the time to be ready. The gap between preparation and opportunity is often where potential falls short of promise. 

Some of the things we try to cover:

• Daily Disciplines
• Learn Beyond Your Current Role
• Build Relationship Equity
• Strengthen Your Character Foundation

Today I'm joined by Bro. Aaron and we're talking about comedy in Sunday School!

If you've ever been on stage in Sunday school, you know that moment of panic: "I'm not naturally goofy enough for this!" But here's the wonderful secret - making kids laugh doesn't require you to be the class clown or master of silly faces. Children are incredibly perceptive audiences who respond to authentic, committed performances just as much as adults do. While we try to balance comedy, it is still a useful tool to engage kids’ attention. 

Some of what we try to cover:

• Create a Funny Situation Instead of a Joke
• Use Honest Reactions
• Let the Kids Be the Smart Ones
• Play With Status

Today I'm joined by two legendary Sunday school veterans, Richelle and Shamra.

In anticipation of our upcoming Narnia theme, we're talking about past Narnia themes and other themes we've done.

For those who might not know, Narnia is a portal fantasy novel. This is just a very brief summary of the most well-known Narnia story and the theme we’re about to do. Four children are staying in a house, and through adventure, they discover a magic wardrobe that leads into the land of Narnia. Narnia is a land of talking animals and mythical creatures. The story is somewhat of an allegory to the Bible, though not completely. 

Some of the things we try to cover:

• Narnia Memories
• Other Sunday School Memories
• Why We Do Themes Like Narnia
• Bible Story Memories

Today I'm joined by Bro. Matthew Critcher and we're talking about the epidemic of quitting.

In a world where "quiet quitting" has become trendy and commitment seems optional, we face a growing challenge in ministry: the normalization of giving up. This mindset has crept into our churches, affecting everything from volunteer retention to spiritual growth. As leaders, we must champion a counter-cultural message that celebrates perseverance, commitment, and faithful endurance. 

Remember, Jesus himself faced the temptation to quit in Gethsemane. His response - "Nevertheless, not my will but yours be done" - provides our model for pushing through difficulty toward divine purpose. 

Some of the things we try to cover:

• Recognize the Signs of Quitting Culture
• Reframe Difficulties as Growth Opportunities
• Champion Long-Term Commitment
• The Art of Persistence