The Kidmin Huddle

Are you making the authority of the Word of God a priority in your life and your ministry? Amber gives you four practical ways to make the Bible a priority in your ministry. Equip kids to stand on the Word!

Links – 

https://amzn.to/2L0iguV

https://www.kidminoutlet.com/products/how-did-we-get-the-bible-single-lesson

2020 is drawing to a close. Have you spent time reflecting on the good and bad of it? Have you spent time listen to the Lord’s leading for next year? 2021 can your best year ever, if you are intentional about listening and planning. 

Now that Christmas is over, have you begun to think towards how you will resource your families in the new year? Families typically engage in leading their children in the Word during Christmas, but what about when it’s over, and that sense of obligation is gone? Start planning now, seeking the Lord’s leading. 

Links –  

https://www.futureflyingsaucers.com

https://www.amazon.com/Advent-Storybook-Bible-Stories-Showing/dp/0830776087/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=advent+storybook&qid=1608727693&sr=8-1

Whether you are in person or online, these 4 things are key to not only successful lessons, but a successful ministry. It can make an eternal difference! Be intentional as you plan your lesson time and your ministry!

Links –  

https://www.kidzmatter.com

https://www.downloadyouthministry.com

Are you discouraged by the lack of engagement from your families? You can’t make families lead… but there are steps you can take to increase family engagement in resources and events. Step outside of your comfort zone, get creative, and get to know your families. 

 

Links – 

https://jonandemmartin.samcart.com/products/family-worship-initiative-

https://amberpike.org/blog

https://www.facebook.com/groups/ilovekidmin

VBS season is upon us. It’s time to choose your theme, even with the uncertainty of what VBS will look like this summer. As you begin to plan and prepare, ask yourself the question, “What is your reason for doing VBS each year?”

Be intentional with your VBS program. While you are giving the gospel and discipling boys and girls, don’t forget to make it fun. The fun of VBS is vital to its purpose. 

Links – 

www.kidzmatter.com

https://answersingenesis.org/vbs/mystery-island/

https://www.lifeway.com/en/product/it-s-worth-it-P005814067

Are you feeling weary, worried, worn out, overwhelmed, or exhausted? Life is stressful and uncertain. If we let it, those feelings can overwhelm us. Isaiah 40 tells us that God will renew our strength. He will give you rest, if you just lay it all at the feet of the Father. 

Be encouraged to be with the Father, laying it all at His feet. 

Job had an incredibly blessed life, until it was all taken away from him. Even though he was having a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day, he still praised God. God is sovereign and good, even when we can’t see it. 

It’s easy to praise God when things are going good, but do you praise God when ministry and life is tough? We are called to give God praise, no matter what. Whatever is going on in your life, God deserves your praise. 

Make sure to listen to the end of this episode where Amber tells you about a great Thanksgiving resource for families. 

Links – 

www.amberpike.org

www.kidminoutlet.com

www.kidzmatter.com

Are you leaving room for God to lead in your life and ministry?

In this episode, Amber talks about the devotion she created to help engage families in God’s story this Christmas. Learn about the book she’s writing and where you can get the free devotion – perfect for families at home or as an event at the church. Using a gingerbread house experience, families will be challenged to ask themselves if God is a part of their homes and hearts. 

Links – 

www.amberpike.org

www.jonathanandemilymartin.com

Amazon Gingerbread House Sticker Scenes: https://amzn.to/35o2DEW

www.canva.com

We might not have to worry about over programing families this Christmas, but we do need to be conscientious to not over resource families. 

Don’t just send home papers for families to read, send home resources that will allow families to engage and experience Christ at Christmas. 

Help families experience Christ this busy holiday season - to hear, smell, see, taste, and touch Him! 


Links:
KidzMatter Magazine – www.kidzmatter.com

DoorPost Music - http://doorpostsongs.com

Yancy - https://jk219.infusionsoft.com/app/storeFront/showProductDetail?productId=74

Seek and Circle Christmas Stories - https://www.bhpublishinggroup.com/products/seek-and-circle-christmas-stories/

Future Flying Saucers Advent Chain -  https://www.futureflyingsaucers.com/product/names-of-jesus-advent-activity-paper-chain/