Event Evaluation

By Nancy Ruth / April 9, 2018 /

Easter celebrations are behind us and summer planning is in full swing. Many of these events happen yearly (like vacations, field trips, Vacation Bible School, camp, etc.). This post explains how to save yourself a lot of trouble the next time around. The key to minimizing mounting stress and trouble when planning major events is…

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The Danger of Good Friday Suspense

By Nancy Ruth / March 19, 2018 /

The true story of one traumatized little girl led me to reevaluate the way I teach and celebrate the events of Easter. Next week is Holy Week where churches around the world will be remembering Palm Sunday, the Last Supper, the Garden of Gethsemane, Jesus’ trial, His crucifixion, and the joy of Resurrection Sunday. This…

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Fun Makes It Stick

By Nancy Ruth / April 17, 2017 /

How can you make your lesson fun? Kids and fun go together like peanut butter and jelly (or peas and carrots if you’re allergic to peanuts). If you want to connect with kids, you’ve got to play a little. How can you connect that fun and play to the message you are trying to communicate? This…

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A Prayer for Families This Easter

By Nancy Ruth / March 13, 2017 /

Lent has begun and Easter is just around the corner. Can you believe that Resurrection Sunday is only six weeks away? Would you join me now in praying for God to do a great work in families this Easter season? This prayer is based on Psalm 24. Almighty God, The earth is Yours, and everything in it,…

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3 Steps for Effectively Teaching Children

By Nancy Ruth / April 6, 2016 /

Churches all over are in full swing planning their summer programs for children. One of my favorites is Vacation Bible School (VBS). I was called to the ministry at VBS, so maybe my bias is understandable. (Read this post to learn about this experience.) A friend of mine pioneered a new vision for VBS. They…

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God’s Mercy Toward Literal-Minded Children

By Nancy Ruth / March 29, 2016 /

Image (c) depositphotos.com I reel in amazement at the price Christ paid for my sins on Calvary. It is one of the reasons I love Easter so much. But, did you know there is danger lurking for children in this powerful season? It may not be what you think. The Power of Christ’s Sacrifice I…

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How to Be Humble, Part 1

By Nancy Ruth / December 28, 2015 /

I hope you had a wonderful Christmas, whether you had a big celebration or a quiet day like my family did. If your Christmas was full of fighting and uncomfortable situations, I’m sorry. Remember, though, that Christmas is not about family. Christmas is not about getting or giving gifts. Christmas is really about Jesus. What…

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Change of Plan

By Nancy Ruth / July 21, 2015 /

“In their hearts human beings plan their lives.     But the Lord decides where their steps will take them.” Proverbs 16:9 (NIRV) It was only a few weeks ago I was talking with my friend Lexi about her plans for the future. At eight years old, she has her life planned out. Her mom said they…

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Dig In Devo: Did Jesus Really Die?

By Nancy Ruth / April 3, 2015 /

On Good Friday, we remember Jesus’ crucifixion. Did Jesus really die on the cross? Jesus really died and He really came back to life again. Why does it matter?

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Why Is Good Friday “Good”?

By Nancy Ruth / April 1, 2015 /

This Friday is a special day. Do you know why we call Good Friday “good”? It’s not an April Fool’s Day joke.

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