The Sunday School Junkie!

Life’s full of questions — from “Why?” to “Where’s the ketchup?” to “What in the world is God doing?”

In this laugh-filled yet deeply thoughtful episode, James, Jorge, and Manny explore the power of questions — from silly ones to sacred ones. Starting with Chris Rice’s classic song Questions for Heaven, they reflect on how curiosity shapes our faith and how even God asked questions from Genesis to Revelation.

You’ll hear about:

• The “dumbest questions” we’ve all asked (and the dad-vision vs. mom-vision debate).

• Why the Bible isn’t just an Answer Book — it’s full of famous questions that mirror our own.

• How great leaders (JFK, MLK Jr., and Jesus Himself) used questions to awaken purpose.

• And how David’s bold shift from “Who am I?” to “Is there not a cause?” challenges every Sunday School teacher and believer to focus on the mission — our kids.

It’s part humor, part conviction, and 100% encouragement for everyone working in children’s ministry.

• 🧃 C4 and Kermit the Frog: A caffeinated detour into Chris Rice and cartoon worship songs.

• 🤔 Dad Vision vs. Mom Vision: The eternal “where’s the ketchup” question gets theological.

• 📖 The Bible’s Big Questions: From Adam and Abraham to Paul and the martyrs in Revelation.

• 🧠 “Sometimes the question is the answer.”

• 💥 David’s comeback: “Who do you think you are?” → “Is there not a cause?”

TakeawayYou don’t need to have all the answers — just keep asking the right questions.
When doubt whispers “Who am I?”, answer back with David’s question: “Is there not a cause?”
Because there is — and that cause is our kids.

Wow! 11 of us gather round the big table and review what God did this past weekend in Union City, Tennessee...

WPF Kids Hosted a Children's Ministry Conference that started off with a FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes) gathering at a local elementary school where we had around 300 students attend. Then we kicked off the seminar with a powerful general session and capped off the first night with a Children's church service where 15 got the Holy Ghost!

Saturday was jam packed with great sessions and Sunday we closed the weekend out with another power-packed kid's service and another 15 being filled with the Holy Ghost!

This episode was an absolute BLAST to record. Honestly, our audio leveler muted a lot of the laughter, and our editor cut out about five minutes of pure, ridiculous frivolity. Hopefully, you’ll still catch the spirit and fun that carried through the whole conversation.

We’re back! One of my goals for Sunday School Junkie is that it’s not just my voice you hear every-other week. I want you to hear from all kinds of people who are out there making a difference in kids’ ministry. And this week, we got to do just that with my friend, Brother Philip Booker.

Now, you’ll notice that we never actually said the phrase “Big Dreams Begin Small” during the episode—but that’s the heart of everything we talked about. From growing up in the home of an Apostolic hero (who never set out to be a hero) to building a simple website that has become a huge resource in our movement, and now expanding into podcasts, YouTube channels, curriculum, and even an audio Bible—it all started small.

And that’s the lesson: big dreams don’t happen overnight. The key to running a marathon is just taking the next step—sometimes it’s as simple as making it to the next crack in the sidewalk. That’s true in running, and it’s true in the Kingdom of God. The marathon mindset applies to ministry: don’t stare at 26.2; just take the next step… even if it’s only to the next crack in the sidewalk.

We also got into the idea of burnout—and here’s the takeaway: if you’re passionate about what you’re doing, burnout really isn’t an option. If your fire’s dimming, lock onto a short milestone—the next doable step—and relight the wick that’s burning toward your TNT.

What you’ll hear in this episode:

• Why “start small” beats “wait for perfect.”

• How small, consistent steps snowball into big impact.

• Calling ≠ cloning: find your role in God’s work.

• A practical way to fight burnout: aim for the next tiny win.

This episode brings together Sunday School Junkie, Truism, and For Generations To Come for an unforgettable conversation with Pastor Daniel McKillop, host of Kingdom Speak and a leading voice in the Apostolic world today.

Recorded in a humble nursery during camp meeting (yes—there were squeaky toys & squeaky chairs), this raw and rich dialogue dives deep into the purpose of Apostolic content creation, the danger of spiritual consumerism, and the power of grounded doctrine and praise.

You'll hear why praise is rapture rehearsal, how context keeps truth from being bludgeoned, and what Pastor McKillop thinks is the most out-of-context verse used today.

🧠 Highlights:

• “Creators control consumers”—why Apostolics need to produce excellent content.

• The importance of being rooted in doctrine in the age of noise and deception.

• “Praise isn’t about personality”—how worship reflects your walk.

• A powerful explanation of Romans 8:28 in full context.

• “Rapture Rehearsal” — spontaneous praise as your spiritual temperature check.

• Favorite misused verses and the difference between fathers and instructors.

🌧️ Summary:

What do gum in the carpet, stolen vans, and muddy classrooms have to do with revival? According to Bro & Sis Bradshaw—everything. In this candid and powerful Sunday Snippet, they remind us that rain is only an inconvenience to things that don’t want to grow. Ministry gets messy. But if even one soul is reached, it’s worth every inconvenience.

🔑 Key Quotes:

• “Rain is only an inconvenience to things that don’t want to grow.”

• “Time spent in the unseen always leads to fruitfulness in the unseen.”

• “We pray for rain, but complain about the mud.”

💬 Themes:

• Enduring the hidden work of ministry

• The value of a single soul

• Revival’s messiness and beauty

• Embracing the rain—and the mud that comes with it

In this heartfelt episode, James shares a special collection of wisdom, scriptures, and songs from Sister Donna Cabe—longtime teacher and spiritual mentor. These reflections center on the power of God’s Word, trust in Jesus, and choosing a life filled with faith, joy, and forgiveness. It's a gentle reminder that the right words—God's words—can stick with a child (and an adult!) for life.

🧭 Episode Breakdown:0:15 – Welcome & Introduction
1:56 – The Power of God’s Word in a Child’s Heart
3:11 – Trusting that Jesus is Always With You
4:37 – Singing Truths That Stick (including “Let’s Talk About Jesus” & “Everybody Ought to Know”)
6:13 – Living by Godly Decisions: Responsibility, Joy, and Forgiveness
8:42 – Encouragement to Take Action in Your Class and Church

💡 Key Takeaways:

• Scripture is a seed that, once planted, will strengthen and guide a child for life.

• Jesus is always present—strong enough to defeat fear, bitterness, and hate.

• Songs can help truth stick in young hearts.

• A godly life is filled with active choices: seek wisdom, forgive, lead with courage, and choose joy.

• Teaching kids isn’t just about content—it’s about creating an atmosphere where truth can grow.

Looking for an easy way to make truth stick in your class? Try singing it. Songs like these become anchors in a child’s heart.

Let’s make our Sunday School rooms the happiest, safest, and most Spirit-filled places on earth. Speak truth. Live joyfully. Lead with grace.

On this Pentecost Sunday, we talk about how the Coming of the Lord is near and we can't waste a moment AND we talk about the impact of recognizing Holy Ghost Birthdays!

📋 Episode Summary:

In this episode, James and Kimberly recap their church’s annual Promotion Sunday—a one-of-a-kind service where kids are celebrated, volunteers are honored, and the whole church cheers on spiritual and academic growth. From creative awards like On The Ball and Re-Marker-able to scripture memory achievements and school honors, Promotion Sunday is more than just moving up a grade—it’s a full-on launch party for the next chapter of a child’s journey.

Tune in to hear the heart behind the event, how it’s structured, the challenges that come with pulling it off, and the unforgettable moments that make it all worth it. Plus, find out what’s coming next for your memory verse goals and how you can start your own version—no matter the size of your team.

🧱 In This Episode We Cover:

• The purpose and heart behind Promotion Sunday

• Grade promotions & recognizing spiritual growth

• Award categories for students and volunteers

• How scripture memory and music are highlighted

• Celebrating school success—wherever kids learn

• Behind-the-scenes challenges and huge wins

• Why honoring growth builds long-term engagement

  
  

  🏆 Featured Awards Mentioned:

• Student Awards: On The Ball, Re-Marker-able

• Volunteer Awards: Solid Rock, Golden Lantern, Golden Goggles

• Memory Projects: Fruit of the Spirit (this year), Books of the Bible (last year), Oneness Scriptures (next year)

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🎧 Takeaway Challenge:

What’s one way you could recognize the growth happening in your kids or students this season? It doesn’t have to be big—it just has to be intentional. Tag us or message us your ideas—we’d love to hear them!

Ministry isn’t something you turn on when the mic is live and off when service ends. As a Sunday School leader, you’re always on. In this episode, we’re talking about living in a way that’s worth watching—because kids are always looking.

💡 Key Takeaway: You might be the 67th book of the Bible someone reads.
🎯 Challenge: Live every day in a way that reflects Jesus—even when you think no one’s watching.

Ever feel like your lesson is too much and not enough at the same time?

This episode dives into the K.I.S.S. principle—Keep It Simple, Silly!—and why clear, focused teaching is the key to reaching kids (and keeping your sanity). 

Key Takeaway: If it’s too complicated to live, it’s too complicated to teach. 

Challenge: Cut the clutter, find the one big truth, and teach it simply, clearly, and powerfully—just like Jesus did.