Revolutionary teachers desire to give God and attenders their best effort. They start early in the week prayerfully preparing for the Bible study encounter on Sunday. They study the chosen passage, the greater context, the book of the Bible, the author, setting, customs, language, and more. Frequently this study uncovers parallel … Read More... about Favorite: Four Ways to Trim the Lesson
Sunday School Lag and Lead Measures
In The 4 Disciplines of Execution, the authors talk about two key measures often confused in Sunday School work. Let's add a little clarification from these … Read More... about Sunday School Lag and Lead Measures
Has Neglect Led to Sunday School Death?
Many things die for lack of attention. If you don't water a plant, it dies. A high percentage of newborns die who are not touched. Cars which never have an oil … Read More... about Has Neglect Led to Sunday School Death?
Guest Follow Up
You had a guest in your Sunday School class. Now what? Much depends on what happened in class. Did you create a positive first impression? What did you do to plan … Read More... about Guest Follow Up
Facilitating an Encounter
The root of the word, "facilitate," is to make easy. How does a disciple-maker make easy an encounter with God for the … Read More... about Facilitating an Encounter
H.E.A.R. from God First
Before you make a decisions, seek God first. Before you respond to criticism, listen to God in His Word. Even when you … Read More... about H.E.A.R. from God First
Job Description: Class Service Leader
Like the prayer leader and fellowship leader, the service leader is part of the class leadership team for a larger … Read More... about Job Description: Class Service Leader
Application of Last Week’s Lesson
What if the point of last week's lesson was application? What if the goal of your teaching was that attenders would … Read More... about Application of Last Week’s Lesson
Using Sunday School Records to Care
The main reason to keep good contact and attendance records is not about numbers. It is about care. Sunday School … Read More... about Using Sunday School Records to Care
Pray, Invite, Prepare
This is a common month in many churches to prepare for the new Sunday School year. Let me offer three simple words that … Read More... about Pray, Invite, Prepare