This is a quote from Proverbs 29:18 that is often misquoted and used improperly. I will openly admit that I am not using this quote as a scriptural reference, simply as an oft used quote that is familiar to people. This is also not a blanket analysis of children’s ministries, simply observations from a distance … [Read more…]
I was talking to someone in children’s ministry the other day about policies and planning. I shared how you always need to be preparing for growth. If you don’t plan for it, then you won’t be ready when it arrives. That’s why policies need to be forward thinking, and not just focused on “today”. … [Read more…]
When people talk politics, a topic that often comes up is wasteful government spending. A favorite topic of discussion, the bridge to nowhere in Alaska. There are other bridges, where money ran out, or a future expansion was planned but never finalized, etc, and the bridge ends up being built, but ultimately doesn’t go anywhere. … [Read more…]
Have you ever envisioned something for the ministry but as you shared with others it seemed as if all you received back were obstacles, people sharing why they think it won’t work, or unsure about trying something new and different? I’ve been there, and I’ve even been the one puting barriers in someone else’s way! … [Read more…]