Virtual Prayer Walks
Prayer walking helps you become aware of situations in an area that you may not be aware of without being closer to the situation. Many times we drive through parts of our town without taking notice of what is happening or even the types of businesses along our route because it is so familiar. The same can be true of our prayers for other countries. Something that can create awareness of needs in
Read MoreSuffer the Little Children
Bringing Up Your Children to Be Praying Adults. Having a prayerful attitude in life is something that is learned, not something that just happens. The sooner we start to develop a dialog with Jesus, the more likely it is that we will have a free-flow of communication with Him as a life-long habit. Start your children early in life talking to Jesus. Here are a few tips and ideas to get you star
Read MoreIn the News
There are many things in the news that need prayer - from the earthquake and tsunami in Japan to the unrest in the Middle East, rising costs of food and gasoline, and an unstable economy. That is enough to overwhelm most people. Fortunately we know that God is in control and that our prayers make a difference and can radically change some of these situations.My question to you is do your children
Read MoreCandy Prayers
Easter is coming soon and that means that the aisles of your local store is full of brightly or pastel colored candy. Many kids get baskets on Easter full of this same candy. Instead of just letting the kids get cavities or fight over who ate the bunny's ears let's teach them how to pray with some of the candy. A favorite at this time of year is Jelly Beans (I personally love the Jelly Belly br
Read MoreMaking Room for Kids
(published in the Christian Educator magazine) Jesus said, “My house will be called an house of prayer…” Making room for kids in His house of prayer is not only possible, but there is a simple plan your church can follow. Step One: Make room by changing the way you pray. There is a dynamic that comes when children pray in earnest with simple faith...and simple words. Kids’ prayers
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