I've been working with kids since 1996. When I started it didn't take much for me to get frustrated at a group who weren't behaving how I'd have liked them too. 17 years later I rarely have reason to get frustrated anymore. Want to know my secret? Here it is: Let your kids act their … Continue reading How to Succeed with Your Kids
The Simple Step to Reviving Your Marriage
People think reviving a passion-less marriage is all about counseling, marriage retreats, and reading lots of books by old guys who have great marriages. Those things aren't bad; they're just not always needed. If you work ahead of the game there's one think you can do that'll save you money, time, and awkward conversations with … Continue reading The Simple Step to Reviving Your Marriage
Reducing Stress as a Leader and Parent
Right now I've been reading Love and Logic Magic for Early Childhood. As the parent of an 18-month-old I've really liked the approach, tips, and stories from the father-son duo who wrote it. It's a good book, even though it sounds like the name of a book of spells Zummi Gummi would use on Gummi … Continue reading Reducing Stress as a Leader and Parent
One of The Best Pieces of Parenting Advice You’ll Ever Get
Sometimes it's the little things, like putting your phone away or turning the TV off, that mean all the world to your kids.
Helping Parents Lead Their Family Well Starts with Leading Your Family Well
As Children's Ministry leaders all of us want to help parents win at home. But sometimes, if we're not careful, that can come at the expense of our own family. I was reminded about this as I was studying for my ordination council last year when I came back to this Scripture: Here is a … Continue reading Helping Parents Lead Their Family Well Starts with Leading Your Family Well
When to Reward Kids
Whether you're a parent or a pastor (or both) sometimes it's hard to know when to reward your kids. You want them to know you love them, but you also don't want them to become entitled. So where's the line? When I think about this for the kids in the ministry I lead and the … Continue reading When to Reward Kids
Jeff McClung 