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Developed for my conference workshop on cartooning, here is a fun flip-over drawing that is easy to do. The Bible story is about Daniel being thrown into the den of lions (Daniel, chapter 6). The topic is prayer, but you can change it to suit your lesson.To prepare, print the cartoon image onto a transparency. Project the image onto a sheet of newsprint paper (newsprint paper pads are

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A boy walked to and from school daily. On one particular morning, the weather was questionable as clouds were forming and the sky was grey, but the boy made his daily trek to the elementary school anyway.As the afternoon progressed, the winds whipped up and the thunder and lightning began to roll. The boy's mother was concerned that her son would be frightened as he walked home from school and

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This classic object lesson can be used to illustrate many lesson points. In this article, the application is about straddling the fence, or playing with temptation.MATERIALS NEEDED:You'll need a small sized hard boiled egg (peeled), a piece of newspaper that's about 3" x 4", matches or a lighter, and a wide-mouth glass bottle. The bottle in the picture is an old milk bottle. You'll want the mouth

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When I am discouraged, frustrated or depressed, Psalm 96 reminds me of God's greatness, His awesome power, and His inspiring creation.Sing to the LORD a new song; sing to the LORD, all the earth.Sing to the LORD, praise his name; proclaim his salvation day after day.Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous deeds among all peoples.For great is the LORD and most worthy of praise; he is to

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Children are very literal-minded in their outlook on life. This perspective, combined with a refreshing innocence, is endearing. Here are some (purported) letters written by those literal-minded children to God. DEAR GOD: Please put another holiday between Christmas and Easter. There is nothing good in there now. Amanda Thank you for the baby brother but what I asked for was a puppy. I

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Here's an easy-to-do object lesson that takes very little in the way of supplies or preparation. [Even though I said that, you will want to practice this first.] The effect is this: your audience helps you come up with nine things that influence our lives. You write them on a sheet of paper, then tear the paper into nine pieces. Drop the pieces of paper into a container and mix them up. Put the

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Ever notice how a growing, successful, thriving ministry attracts willing volunteers? It also brings it's share of criticism. Do you have a critic? Is there one person that finds fault with you, your ideas, your programs and your ministry, no matter how well thought-out and executed they are? Perhaps it is a parent, or a worker, a fellow staff member, or a board member. Whoever it is, it's

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FUNERAL FAUX PASA newly appointed young preacher was contacted by the local funeral director to hold a graveside service at a small country cemetery. There was to be no funeral, just the committal, because the deceased had no family or friends left. The young pastor started early to the cemetery, but soon lost his way. After making several wrong turns, he finally arrived a half-hour late. The

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Have you ever used ballooning in your ministry? There is something facinating about taking a skinny balloon and shaping it into something fun for your audience.The balloon sculptures pictured here are astounding and I wanted to share them with you, but for the record, I did not make any of the creations in the pictures below. The artistic ability on display in these pictures are just a tiny bit

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There are times when we find ourselves in desperate circumstances. When you have reached the end of your resources and hope has gone, God still has the power, ability and desire to meet your need.What is your need?What is the one area in which you need to hear from God?What in your life is handing you over to desperation?What one thing stands out as needing a divine solution?Just like Naaman, you

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Here are some well-intentioned (and very funny) announcements found in church bulletins across the nation:Scouts are saving aluminum cans, bottles, and other items to be recycled. Proceeds will be used to cripple children. The outreach committee has enlisted 25 visitors to make calls on people who are not afflicted with any church. Evening massage - 6 p.m. The Pastor would appreciate it if the

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SPEAK WORDS OF ENCOURAGEMENTWhat do you know of your student’s background? Economic considerations can carry much weight in the development of a life, but even more important are social and relational factors. What ideas, outlooks, relational parameters, etc., are espoused in your student’s home situation? In the home, what does he or she learn overtly and through unspoken messages? These have a

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Here are several humorous tales that have made the rounds on the internet over the past few years. I sure have enjoyed them, and hope that you do, too. The last two are real-life incidents from my family’s daily adventures.*****My young grandson called the other day to wish me Happy Birthday. He asked me how old I was, and I told him, "62." He was quiet for a moment, and then he asked, "Did you

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Here’s a powerful object lesson on temptation, sin, and salvation. First, you’ll need the following three ingredients:Starch (either liquid or ordinary spray starch will do)Iodine (be careful, it’s toxic)Sodium Thiosulfate crystals (sometimes referred to as Photographic Fixer)The crystals are commonly used in photography in the development process and are often available at a photo supply store

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A teacher was testing the children in her Sunday school class to see if they understood the concept of getting to Heaven. She asked them, “If I sold my house and my car, had a big garage sale and gave all my money to the church, would that get me in to Heaven?” “NO!” the children answered.“If I cleaned the church every day, mowed the yard, and kept everything neat and tidy, would that get me in

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TAKE THE HIGH ROADAbove all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins. 1 Peter 4:8, NIVGeorge Bernard Shaw is credited with saying, “Youth is wasted on the young.” While this saying is generally taken to mean that an older, and hopefully wiser, person would make better use of the energies and passions of youth, in this sense, it means a young person does not always

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And they brought young children to him, that he should touch them: and his disciples rebuked those that brought them. But when Jesus saw it, he was much displeased, and said unto them, Suffer the little children to come unto me, and forbid them not: for of such is the kingdom of God. I tell you the truth, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it." And

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Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their work: If one falls down, his friend can help him up. But pity the man who falls and has no one to help him up! Ecclesiastes 4:9 & 10, NIV We often hear that we shoud 'be a coach,' or 'mentor others.' The following three practical tips on mentoring the children in your ministry may seem simple, but can have an immense

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Are you being tempted to allow stress, frustration, weariness or apathy rule your outlook and reactions? We can look to Aaron as our example and respond by pressing in to the Almighty and then pressing on in the blessing of His strength.The ministry can be challenging even in the best of times. The additional activities and stress brought on by the holidays and the New Year can take its toll,

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