The Fruit of “Ordinary” Discipleship
written by Jill Nelson, Truth78, August 8, 2022
As a Sunday school teacher, I have always approached the last weeks of the school year with mixed emotions. Was I faithful week to week in teaching God’s Word? Did my students “get it”? Do they give evidence of faith in Jesus? Have I seen any spiritual fruit? What about that child who seemed bored all year? What about the one who was often disrespectful in class? What should I have done differently?… The list of questions goes on and on. At times, it’s easy to lose heart when I don’t see spiritual fruit coming about in the manner I expect. Parents often struggle with these same questions and emotions regarding their children’s spiritual condition. Here is a word of encouragement from our new book, Indestructible Joy for the Next Generations, for teachers and parents who long for their students and children to be vibrant and fruitful disciples of Jesus:
*NOTE: The book “Indestructible Joy for the Next Generations” is available as a free download from Truth78, or can be found in our church library.
Ginger Hubbard Podcast: A Biblical Understanding of Strong-Willed Children
Ginger Hubbard, August 29th, 2022
Do you have a stubborn child who is determined to live by his own set of rules? Is your “one toe over the line” little darling challenging your authority at every turn? Join Ginger Hubbard and Katy Morgan as they take a look at how we can view the term “strong-willed” in a different light and in accordance with Scripture.
How to Prepare Your Child for the Best Classroom Experience
written by Jill Nelson, Truth78, August 23, 2022
I can’t wait to get into the classroom again. I love teaching the next generation about “the glorious deeds of the LORD, and his might, and the wonders that he has done” (Psalm 78:4)—especially the wonders of the gospel of Jesus! As a teacher, I am already busy planning and preparing for the year, as are many other classroom volunteers. But parents, we need your help to ensure that your child will have the best possible experience in the classroom. Here are some basic things you can do to help.
