Bins are a powerful way to organize and share the articles and resources you find on Ministry Matters. read more

There was something about the way Jesus taught that was different from the way other teachers did it at the time. In the Gospel of Mark, when Jesus went to the synagogue in… read more

For children's ministries and parents below are some quick links to Lent and Easter resources to help you in planning. Check back more will be added: Pretzel Sunday written by… read more

“I’m so disappointed in you.” I imagine that most parents have at least thought those words in regards to their children, even if they haven’t said them… read more

In his new book Dare to Dream, Mike Slaughter wants you (and me) to discern what our God-Sized Mission Statements are and he won't be content until our children and youth have one … read more

I think that few spiritual practices are as immediate and engaged with Scripture as writing in the margins of the Bible—an act of connecting with and responding to God… read more