Best Lifeway Kids Podcasts (2024)

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Vision Centered Ministry Part 2 28:52

7h ago28:52

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Hey friends! Last week, Jana and Chuck began a conversation about leading with vision. If you haven't listened to that episode yet, we highly encourage you to check it out before starting this one. Chuck addressed some of the greatest threats to leadership vision and how to overcome them in order to have a thriving Kids Ministry! In this week’s epi…

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EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Being an Authentic Church – Session 5 25:52

4d ago25:52

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Date: May 12, 2024 Serving in Christ The Point: We are to minister to one another and alongside one another. Get Into the Study Share the following after discussing the opening question. An emotional musical performance changed David Regner’s career path. He was teaching music in New York state when he attended a concert by […] The post EXTRA! Idea…

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Weekly Leader Training for Preschool & Kids: Unit 32, Session 5—We Are Part of One Church 7:57

3d ago7:57

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The twelfth chapter of Paul’s letter to the church in Corinth is known for its role in encouraging the church body toward unity. Steering us away from division and partiality, this passage reminds us that we each have a role to play in Christ’s mission of sharing the gospel. Our differences can serve to strengthen... The post Weekly Leader Training…

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EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Being an Authentic Church – Session 4 19:36

11d ago19:36

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Date: May 5, 2024 Worshiping God The Point: When we worship God together, we experience joy in His presence. Get Into the Study Share the following after discussing the opening question. For war-torn Ukraine, soccer has been a bright spot of national unity. That was evident last month when the Ukrainian men’s national soccer team […] The post EXTRA…

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Weekly Leader Training for Preschool & Kids: Unit 32, Session 4—Peter Was Rescued from Prison 6:51

11d ago6:51

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Acts 12 tells the story of God’s divine and miraculous rescue of His apostle Peter. While King Herod sought to make an example of Peter, it was God alone who was able to showcase His power and might amidst the persecution of the church. This passage highlights the power of prayer amidst hardship and how... The post Weekly Leader Training for Presch…

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101. A Week In The Life of A Pastor with Lindsay & Ben Skipper 42:22

10d ago42:22

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There is no typical work week for a pastor. Unforeseen life events, people in crisis, or administrative tasks will always be ever-changing week to week. While being flexible is necessary in ministry, so is establishing healthy boundaries and time management skills. On today's show, Ben Skipper, Senior Pastor of Carterville Baptist Church in Petal, …

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Vision Centered Ministry 41:04

15d ago41:04

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Proverbs 29 warns, “where there is no vision, the people will perish;”. Leading with a clear vision is crucial to ministry; however, when you are one piece of the entire ministry puzzle, it’s important that your ministry is aligned with the wider church vision. In today’s episode Jana Magruder and Chuck Peters discuss the value … The post Vision Ce…

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EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Being an Authentic Church – Session 3 21:02

18d ago21:02

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Date: April 28, 2024 Growing in Christ The Point: We should encourage and help one another grow in Christ. Get Into the Study After reading and discussing “The Bible Meets Life,” share the following. American Christians say they are interested in discipleship. But for many, interest does not translate into being discipled or helping others […] The …

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Weekly Leader Training for Preschool & Kids: Unit 32, Session 3—Gentiles Became Part of the Church 9:42

18d ago9:42

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Acts 11 recounts the first time people were called “Christians” because they were recognized as followers of Jesus. In this passage, Peter was criticized by some of the believing Jews for going into the house of Cornelius and eating with Gentiles; however, these same critics later realized that God’s power was at work even among... The post Weekly …

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100. Lessons Learned from 100 episodes 42:39

18d ago42:39

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We cannot believe we are already at our 100th episode! It’s been quite a journey and we are so thankful for the guests who came and shared their life and story with us. This show wouldn’t be what it is without vulnerability and transparency, and we’re thankful to create a space where ministry leaders can experience both. To our listeners, we are so…

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EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Being an Authentic Church – Session 2 27:47

25d ago27:47

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Date: April 21, 2024 Sharing Christ The Point: We are to invite others into a relationship with Christ. Get Into the Study Share the following after discussing the opening question. Nepal is among the countries where Christianity is going viral. Though evangelism is illegal in the South Asian nation, the number of Nepalese Christians has […] The po…

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99. What It's Like to Be a Missionary with Michael and Naomi Ley 46:37

25d ago46:37

46:37

Head to college, get married, land your dream job, have kids, go to church, and live the American Dream. It's the reality most American Christians are living in, and it's where the Ley Family found themselves when they experienced a calling from God asking them to leave it all behind. On today's episode, Michael and Naomi Ley share their experience…

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S3 E7 Training Adult Group Leaders 45:26

1M ago45:26

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Welcome to the final episode of Season 3 of Disciple-Making Community. This season we have tackled the important topic of training group leaders in our local churches. If you're just joining us, be sure to go back to episode 1 of this season. On today's show Ken Braddy discusses the why, how, and applicable practices of training adult group leaders…

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EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Being an Authentic Church – Session 1 21:59

1M ago21:59

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Date: April 14, 2024 Built on Christ The Point: Everything in the church centers on Jesus Christ. Get Into the Study Share the following after discussing the opening question. Nonreligious people say they need churches too—only without God. That’s why a movement of secular congregations has sprung up across the Western world. One so-called “atheist…

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98. The Underpaid Pastor with Dr. Hance Dilbeck 46:27

1M ago46:27

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A recent study discovered that over 1/2 of pastors over the age of 50 had less than $50,000 in their retirement fund and no expectation they would ever retire. On today's episode of The Glass House, Ben and Lynley dive into a topic that no pastor likes talking about: finances! Dr. Hance Dilbeck from GuideStone joins in this conversation and shares …

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Ready Set VBS: Part 2 38:17

1M ago38:17

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Melita Thomas joins host Chuck Peters to discuss more about getting ready for VBS this year. The post Ready Set VBS: Part 2 appeared first on Kids Ministry.By Kids Ministry 101

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S3 E6 Student Ministry Training 46:54

1M ago46:54

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This season we've been tackling the topic of training group leaders. Over the course of this season we've exstablished the "why" behind training, shared free resources group leaders can take advantage of, and discussed effective strategies in training kids, adults, and small group leaders. On today's show, Chad Higgins and Cory Liebrum join Ken as …

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EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – It’s All About Jesus – Session 6 26:13

1M ago26:13

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Date: April 7, 2024 The Mission of Jesus Shared The Point: The truth about Jesus is too big to keep to ourselves. Get Into the Study Read this story before asking the opening question. Harlem Scott is an eight-year-old student in Luling, Louisiana. She was recently asked to be brave and speak on stage during […] The post EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – I…

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Weekly Leader Training for Preschool & Kids: Unit 31, Session 5—Jesus Suffered for Us 6:39

1M ago6:39

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In Philippians 2, the apostle Paul expounds upon Christ’s humility and its implications for how we live and interact with others. Though we may struggle with the paradox of His infinite power and meekness, Christ’s humility serves as the truest example for us to follow as we adopt His attitude so that the world may... The post Weekly Leader Trainin…

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97. The Personalities of the Pastor & Wife with Ed O'Neal 48:30

1M ago48:30

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Too often pastors and their wife feel pressure to step into any role necessary and serve the church. However, we all have different personalities, gifts, strengths, and yes, even weaknesses. On today's show Ben and Lynley discuss Clifton Strengths Finder with Ed O'Neal. Ed O'Neal is an American Veteran, leadership developer, and executive coach for…

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Ready Set VBS: Part 1 29:43

1M ago29:43

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Melita Thomas joins host Chuck Peters to discuss getting ready for VBS this year. The post Ready Set VBS: Part 1 appeared first on Kids Ministry.By Kids Ministry 101

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S3E5 Training Kids Leaders 39:13

1M ago39:13

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Church leaders know how important it is to have well trained and equipped group leaders in our kids ministry settings. On today's show Delany Williams and Sandy Coelho join Ken Braddy to discuss the most effective ways they've trained leaders, how new technology can be helpful in training leaders, and practical baby steps in starting ongoing traini…

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EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – It’s All About Jesus – Session 5 25:09

2M ago25:09

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Date: March 31, 2024 The Resurrection of Jesus The Point: Jesus rose again to give us victory over death. Get Into the Study Share the following story before asking Question #1. While we probably don’t want to admit it, we have all had moments of panic when a bug invaded our homes. Some brave family […] The post EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – It’s All A…

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Weekly Leader Training for Preschool & Kids: Unit 31, Session 4—The Church Spread Out 6:57

2M ago6:57

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The story of the Ethiopian official’s baptism began with an angel giving a command to Philip, an apostle of Jesus Christ. Philip’s on-the-spot obedience led him to clarify the Scriptures and point the Ethiopian official to Christ. As a result of Philip’s desire to live on mission, the Lord provided an opportunity for the gospel... The post Weekly L…

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96. Loving Your Church Staff Well with Mark and Jenna Hallock 46:04

2M ago46:04

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Ministry leaders typically spend time caring and discipling their congregation, and often times forget the very people they're in the trenches with. Caring for your staff and team is crucial for the overall health and impact of a church's ministry. On today's show, Pastor Mark and Jenna Hallock share ways they've created a healthy culture and cared…

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About Hyfi on Marked Podcast 48:24

2M ago48:24

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Chuck Peters joins the marked podcast to discuss some of his story and the heart behind Hyfi. The post About Hyfi on Marked Podcast appeared first on Kids Ministry.By Kids Ministry 101

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S3E4 How to Overcome Training Obstacles 41:17

2M ago41:17

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Welcome back to another great episode of Disciple-Making in Community. This season we're tackling the topic of training group leaders in the local church. The last few episodes have focused on the importance of training group leaders, resources to do so, and strategies around effective training. Today, Frank Monts and Keith Lowry, join me in discus…

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EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – It’s All About Jesus – Session 4 27:15

2M ago27:15

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Date: March 24, 2024 The Death of Jesus The Point: Jesus died to pay the debt of our sin. Get Into the Study Read this story before asking the question: “What never-ending task do you wish would come to an end?” I’ve often heard that “if you love what you do, you’ll never work a […] The post EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – It’s All About Jesus – Session …

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Weekly Leader Training for Preschool & Kids: Unit 31, Session 3—Stephen Was Arrested 9:47

2M ago9:47

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Acts 6 and 7 detail the story of Stephen, the first follower of Jesus martyred for his unwavering boldness in proclaiming Jesus as Lord. Despite the rejection Stephen faced, he remained firm in his gospel witness to those in the Sanhedrin. Recounting the stories of the Old Testament, Stephen declared God’s faithfulness to bring the... The post Week…

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Meet Aaron Wilson 6:39

2M ago6:39

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What do Nintendo, peanut butter cookies, and the gospel all have in common? If you guessed “Aaron Wilson”, then you’d be correct! We are excited to announce that Aaron Wilson has stepped into the role of Publishing Team Leader on The Gospel Project for Kids team. Aaron is a longtime Lifeway employee, and we are excited for... The post Meet Aaron Wi…

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Next Gen Ministry 37:19

2M ago37:19

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Chuck Peters and Jana Magruder join host of the “Group Answers” podcast to discuss next gen ministry The post Next Gen Ministry appeared first on Kids Ministry.By Kids Ministry 101

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S3E3 How to Develop a Training Strategy for Your Church Leaders 40:41

2M ago40:41

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A large study in the state of Georgia looking at over 2,000 churches produced answers to the necessity of churches training group leaders. This week on Disciple-Making Community, Ken Braddy is joined with Brian Filligim and Dr. Jeff Bowden to discuss the outcomes of churches who train their leaders, how they train them, and how the church is positi…

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EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – It’s All About Jesus – Session 3 28:54

2M ago28:54

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Date: March 17, 2024 The Identity of Jesus The Point: Jesus invites us to identify with Him. Get Into the Study Share the following before asking question #1. Some Instagram users discovered that an auto-translation feature was not working accurately. Not only was it a bad translation, it created a dangerous situation. A specific combination […] Th…

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Weekly Leader Training for Preschool & Kids: Unit 31, Session 2—The Church Handled a Problem 7:09

2M ago7:09

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Acts 6 relays a time when a complaint within the church led to an opportunity for delegation and good deeds. As the apostles continued spreading the word of Jesus and His resurrection, more people began to believe the good news and the church grew in number. Amid this growth, the task of caring for the... The post Weekly Leader Training for Prescho…

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Celebrating 100 Years of Lifeway VBS 32:21

2M ago32:21

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Rhonda VanCleave joins cohost Jana Magruder and host Chuck Peters to walk through the last 100 years of Lifeway VBS. The post Celebrating 100 Years of Lifeway VBS appeared first on Kids Ministry.By Kids Ministry 101

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S3E2 Lifeway's Best and Mostly Free Resources 38:40

2M ago38:40

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Too often leaders feel ill equipped in training their discipleship leaders. For reasons such as budgeting, or the lack of knowledge of what's available to them, obstacles stand in the way of training and equipping leaders to truly make disciples. Well today we have good news for you! On today's episode Melita Thomas, Dwayne McCrary, and Zac Workun …

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EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – It’s All About Jesus – Session 2 27:32

2M ago27:32

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Date: March 10, 2024 The Ministry of Jesus The Point: Through His miracles and teaching, Jesus pointed us to a relationship with God. Get Into the Study Share the following before discussing Question #1 in the Personal Study Guide. Home renovations are costly ordeals. If you’ve had to budget for a project at your home […] The post EXTRA! Ideas for …

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Weekly Leader Training for Preschool & Kids: Unit 31, Session 1—The Apostles Were Arrested 10:03

2M ago10:03

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In Acts 5, we find the apostles performing many signs and wonders through the power and grace they received from the Holy Spirit. The healing power of the Holy Spirit displayed through Peter, in particular, was so compelling that people laid the sick in the path of his shadow. United in purpose, the apostles also... The post Weekly Leader Training …

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Breaking Down Breaker Rock Beach: VBS 2024 30:02

2M ago30:02

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Rhonda VanCleave joins cohost Jana Magruder and host Chuck Peters to discuss the breakout of VBS 2024 days. The post Breaking Down Breaker Rock Beach: VBS 2024 appeared first on Kids Ministry.By Kids Ministry 101

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S3E1 Why Should We Train Group Leaders 35:28

2M ago35:28

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Welcome back to another season of Disciple-Making Community with Ken Braddy! We believe that the best discipleship happens in small groups and each season we tackle a different topic, from different perspectives. This Season we'll focus on training group leaders, and on today's show, Ken discusses with two friends the importance of training group l…

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EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – It’s All About Jesus – Session 1 29:12

2M ago29:12

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Date: March 3, 2024 The Mission of Jesus The Point: Jesus came to deliver the good news of salvation for all people. Get Into the Study Share the following as you discuss the opening question. Roger Rodriguez Paez had a busy week recently. Within a few days, he became a father to a little girl, […] The post EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – It’s All About …

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Weekly Leader Training for Preschool & Kids: Unit 30, Session 5—We Are to Tell Others about Jesus 5:37

2M ago5:37

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Paul’s letter to believers in Rome serves as one of the Bible’s clearest examples of evangelism. The words of Romans 10 bring us back to the essence of gospel truth: we must place our faith in Jesus to receive salvation from sin. However, in order to receive the gospel, we must first hear its words.... The post Weekly Leader Training for Preschool …

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95. What It's Like to Be a Pastor's Kid Part 3 27:38

2M ago27:38

27:38

We all know that living in the glass house is hard, but growing up in it can be even harder. Today Ben and Lynley are concluding this 3 part series on what it's like to grow up in the glass house. Today's conversation is two Lifeway employees, Tyler Litton and Heather Burczynski. Tyler is the manager of Media Creative and Heather serves as the Exec…

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Becoming a Special Needs Friendly Church Ep 3 26:34

3M ago26:34

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Tyler Quillet and Jess Dunlap join guest host Jana Magruder to discuss more ways to become a special needs-friendly church. The post Becoming a Special Needs Friendly Church Ep 3 appeared first on Kids Ministry.By Kids Ministry 101

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EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Owning a Faith That Matters – Session 6 30:05

3M ago30:05

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Date: February 25, 2024 Maturing Faith The Point: Faith matures as we humbly obey God. Get Into the Study As you discuss Question #1, share the following: “It’s the prime home-buying years for” millennials, and yet, the data shows: they aren’t buying. Many are sitting back, “waiting for more favorable conditions.” Housing prices are high. […] The p…

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Weekly Leader Training for Preschool & Kids: Unit 30, Session 4—Peter Confronted Sin 6:49

3M ago6:49

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One of Scripture’s most prominent warnings against false motives comes to us in Acts 5: the story of Ananias and Sapphira. Amid the church’s unity and generosity in the previous chapter, the husband and wife’s scheme stands in stark contrast. Though this couple sought to appear generous before others, the Holy Spirit unveiled their treachery... The…

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94. What It's Like to Be a Pastor's Kid Part 2 40:54

3M ago40:54

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One of the most common feedback we hear is how much you love hearing about raising kids in the glass house. You've spoken, and we've listened! We're so excited to share this series with you! Over the next few episodes you'll hear from those who grew up in the glass house. And even though all of these people were pastor's kids, they all have unique …

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Becoming a Special Needs Friendly Church: Episode 2 29:28

3M ago29:28

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Sandra Peoples joins guest host Jana Magruder to discuss ways to be a special needs friendly church. Sandra Peoples (M. Div, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary) is one of the leading voices in the special-needs community. She is the author of three books, including her most recent release, Unexpected Blessings: The Joys and Possibilities of …

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EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Owning a Faith That Matters – Session 5 18:15

3M ago18:15

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Date: February 18, 2024 Confident Faith The Point: Faith displaces worry. Get Into the Study As you discuss “The Bible Meets Life” and the idea of catastrophizing, share the following from Allie Volpe: “If you’re a person who spends even a minuscule amount of time consuming news of any kind, you may find yourself in […] The post EXTRA! Ideas for Ad…

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Weekly Leader Training for Preschool & Kids: Unit 30, Session 3—Peter Continued to Preach 6:24

3M ago6:24

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In Acts 4, we encounter Peter’s Spirit-led boldness and the religious leaders’ inability to stop the gospel’s power at work. Despite the danger they faced, the church remained steadfast in their prayers and proclamations, being filled with the courage and conviction that would become their legacy. What truths did the early church cling to amidst...…

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