Leadership Archive

Teaching kids to forgive.

Ray Stedman, noted pastor and Biblical expositor said, “Forgiveness, of course, is the virtue we most enjoy, and least employ, in our Christian experience. We all love to be forgiven – we expect it, and want it. But we find it a struggle to forgive; we resist it, and refuse oftentimes to do it.” Corrie Ten Boom, a Christian woman who survived a Nazi concentration …

Children’s Ministry: Secret to Recruiting Volunteers

Recruiting Tip People don’t buy bulbs, tires, or cars. We buy light, safety, and experiences. When recruiting volunteers, how you position your ministry is important. For instance, you could say, “We need your help with the kids today.” Or you might try, “Did you know that nearly 50% of all Americans who accept Jesus as their Savior do so before reaching the age of 13? …

Whatever It Takes: I Am A Disciple …

I am a part of the body committed to doing “whatever it takes.” I have Holy spirit power. The die has been cast. I’ve stepped over the line. I am out of the comfort zone. The decision has been made. I’m a disciple of Jesus. I won’t look back, let up, slow down, or back away. My past is redeemed, my present makes sense, and …

Our Mission? Make Disciples.

We are called to make disciples. It is the heart of our Lord’s Commission for His Church. Jesus said: “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end …

How is your battery?

DiscipleBlog.com welcomes guest blogger, Todd McKeever from Take2Ministries.com We just had KidzTurn here at McArthur for 4 days and while they were here I hung out at Starbucks with Sam Lussier a couple days. Same and I got to talking about the great technology stuff out there which lead us to talking about iPhones. Here is a piece of technology along with many other types …

FREE Recruiting Remedy Book

MAYBE IT IS EVERY DAY YOU GET A FREE BOOK! Every month anyway. In case you missed the last FREE BOOK offer, here is yet another from DiscipleLand! THIS BOOK IS FREE until February is over! In Your Recruiting Remedy, by Judy Wortley, you’ll learn field-tested recruiting strategies that really work! Take a fresh look at the recruiting process to find techniques that will help …

FREE Training Remedy Book (limited time)

IT’S NOT EVERY DAY YOU GET A FREE BOOK! Your Training Remedy, by Judy Wortley, a classic children’s ministry leadership resource, helps you develop a consistent and well-planned program of teacher training that motivates, encourages, and informs your volunteers. Inspire teachers to be and do their best! For a LIMITED TIME – through the END OF JANUARY – this downloadable book is your for FREE! …