Teaching Kids Theology Part 3 TLDR: Not all theological beliefs should be held the same. Some are essentials that should divide us from others who don’t hold them because they determine a true believer or church. Others are important and should separate us to a degree from other Christians, but with charity. While still othersContinue reading “Developing a Theological Triage”
Author Archives: Brian Dembowczyk
Growing in Two Directions
Teaching Kids Theology Part 2 TLDR: As we grow in our understanding of theology for ourselves and to teach it to kids, we are to grow in two directions: deeper and wider. Both are critical. As we saw in Part 1 of this series, everyone is a theologian; the question is whether we are goodContinue reading “Growing in Two Directions”
Embracing Theology
Teaching Kids Theology Part 1 TLDR: Theology might seem like an intimidating field of study reserved for professional theologians wearing corduroy sport coats with elbow patches, but it’s not. Theology is simply what one believes about God; therefore, everyone is a theologian. What do you think of when you hear the words theology and theologian?Continue reading “Embracing Theology”
Navigating Church Conflict and Departures: When to Be Graceful and When to “Rock the Boat”
TLDR: Leaving a church can feel like a painful divorce, marked by sin and interpersonal conflict. While it’s often recommended to leave quietly to preserve unity, there are situations where confronting wrongdoing is necessary. It’s essential to assess whether to stay or to leave peacefully, or to “rock the boat,” using discernment, prayer, and respectfulContinue reading “Navigating Church Conflict and Departures: When to Be Graceful and When to “Rock the Boat””
Choosing the Better Investment
TLDR: As parents and ministry leaders, we invest in many good things related to our kids, but the best thing we can invest in is discipling them in a way to flourish. Imagine that it’s May 1997, and you’re trying to get Hanson’s recent ear worm release, MMMBop, out of your mind, so you decideContinue reading “Choosing the Better Investment”
The Armor of God Bible
TLDR: A kids Bible focused on the armor of God from Ephesians will be hitting the shelves in early 2025.
New Book Announcement
Years ago, when I first really learned about catechisms, I went out looking for one to use with my kids, but I couldn’t find the right one. While I certainly appreciate the appeal of the historic catechisms and their wording, I wanted something a little more “down to earth.” Think the living room, not theContinue reading “New Book Announcement”
Staying in Our Lane
TLDR: Neither in ministry nor in life are we expected to be omnicompetent. We simply lack the training, experience, and skills for that. Rather, it is better that we embrace our limits and thrive in the often narrower lane God has placed us in. I recently saw a kidmin leader reach out to a groupContinue reading “Staying in Our Lane”
Joseph and His Brothers Reunite
A guide for having a family discipleship time on Genesis 42–45; 50 based on the ACT Bible Study Method.
Joseph in the Palace
A guide for having a family discipleship time on Genesis 41 based on the ACT Bible Study Method.
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