Stop Blaming Your Goals — Fix Your Systems
A word for ministry leaders who are tired of running hard and falling short. About three weeks ago, I walked into my office, picked up a marker, and wrote a single quote on my whiteboard.
Your Greatest Ministry Resource
After more than 50 years of working with children, serving in churches, training volunteers, conducting Kidz Storms, teaching college courses, and helping churches build effective children's ministries, I have learned one simple truth: Children's ministry
How to Lead Well When Half Your Volunteers Are on Summer Vacation
It happens every June without fail. You send out the volunteer schedule. You get back a flood of “Out of town that weekend!” and “We’ll be at the lake!” and the ever-popular “Can someone cover
Greater Love: How Memorial Day Can Open the Door to the Gospel
"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends." John 15:13 Jesus said those words in an upper room, the night before He was crucified. He wasn’t
BCMN Missionary Furlough Schedule
Looking for a missionary for your Mission Conference? Look no further. Listed below are the schedules for the BCMN Missionaries
30 Prayers to Pray to Prepare Your Church for Easter
As Easter quickly approaches, it is important to be prepared to welcome visitors and celebrate the resurrection of Jesus. As
Do You Smell Like a Sheep?
In the vast landscape of group ministry, the significance of caring for Bible study group members cannot be overstated. Beyond
Ministry Opportunity: Senior Pastor Position
Ministry Opportunity Position Opening: Senior Pastor Church Name: Bible Baptist Church - St. Charles, Missouri Church Contact Name: Pastor Steve
On the Field with Grant & Rebecca Skelton: Missionaries to Hong Kong
Karen and I had the opportunity to visit BCMN-endorsed missionaries Grant and Rebecca Skelton in Hong Kong to get a
Tell Someone About God’s Forgiveness: HEAR Journal Method of Psalm 130:7-8
Let Israel hope in the LORD: for with the LORD there is mercy, and with him is plenteous redemption. And
What is your Youth Sermon Plan?
Picture this: your week has been busy. And not just the ordinary everyday tasks kind of busy, but CRAZY busy.
Relationship Goals in Youth Ministry
Now…this may be a shock, so strap your seat belts on and prepare yourself! Youth ministry is all about relationships.
Personal Victory in Christ
Like a lot of young people, I was looking for acceptance from my peers when I began my addiction journey.
Paris Outreach 2024
There is still time to register to be a part of the evangelistic outreach to the Paris Olympics. The Olympics
D.E.T.O.U.R.
The right route will help you get from one place to the next. One of worst things you can experience
The Effect of Scripture
Highlight 7 The law of the LORD is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the LORD is sure, making
5 Tips For Putting Your Phone Down & Increasing Your Productivity
In today's world, the convenience of technology has become a double-edged sword. I will be the first to admit, I,
The Call of God
Do you have a thriving sense of the call of God on your life? We all know that we would
4 Goals For Groups in 2024
We’re just a few weeks away from starting a new year, and some of you who lead groups won’t see
Use the H.E.A.R. Journaling Method for Spiritual Growth
Today I want to tell you about a new journaling format for studying God’s Word called the H.E.A.R. Journaling Method.
4 Types of Misbehavior in Children and How to Respond to Each
Every parent (or kidmin leader) deals with misbehavior on a regular basis. Misbehavior is a natural part of a child’s
Caring for Missing Members
Bible study groups serve as places of spiritual growth and community-building within churches. However, the effectiveness of this ministry is
It’s Not Too Late To Be Thankful
Did anyone else feel like last week “couldn’t possibly be Thanksgiving already?” Even though Thanksgiving has passed, do you feel like
Retire in Style: Part 2
Have you ever felt like a fish out of water, not knowing if you can survive in an uncomfortable place
7 Reasons Why Every Church Needs a Care Group Ministry
In the first chapter of the Apostle John’s gospel, he writes several significant statements about our Lord and Savior Jesus