KidMin Backstage

Happy New Year! Today I'm joined by Evangelist Bryan Critcher and we're talking about capitalizing on those fresh starts. We all love the promise of a fresh start - that clean slate feeling that comes with a new year, new season, or new chapter. But too often, these moments of possibility fade into missed opportunities. The key isn't just recognizing these natural reset points; it&a...

Ok, this might drive some people nuts, but I thought I'd do something a little different for this final episode of 2024. Here's a mixed-up mishmash of four episodes. Take the Plunge with Myles (Episode #10) The Antagonist with John (Episode #11) Raise the Flag with Bryan (Episode #15) Glory in the Grind with Matthew (Episode #30) I hope you enjoy this; if not, we'll be back to our r...

Not a misspelling... Today I'm joined by Bro. Brent. And we're talking about juggling in ministry. When non-church people ask me about our Sunday school, I kind of explain it as an interactive children’s theater. And that’s what we do every Sunday. Our Sunday school is far from traditional-not that there’s anything wrong with traditional. Essentially, we are trying to manage a production...

Today I'm joined by Bro. Aaron and we're talking about Identity Theft! We all carry labels from our past - some given by family, some by peers, some by our own painful memories. These labels can feel like invisible chains, holding us back from becoming who God truly designed us to be. The truth is that we have the ability-the right to rewrite our story. In a world that's quick to cr...

Today, I'm joined by Aneisha & Shaylee, and we're talking about excellence and how easily it can deteriorate. Let's be honest - we've all been there. That moment when you think, "Maybe I can skip the prep work just this once" or "Nobody will notice if I cut this corner." It seems harmless at first. But here's the thing: those little shortcuts have a...

Today I'm joined by Bro. Kyle and we're talking about reputation and true character. True character isn't found in isolated incidents but in the patterns of our daily lives. While a single act of kindness or a momentary lapse in judgment might catch attention, it's our consistent behaviors that truly define who we are. These recurring actions, choices, and responses form the fo...

Today I'm joined by Bro. Matthew and we're talking about finishing strong. Picture a tightrope walker approaching the final steps of their performance. Despite having already crossed 99% of the wire, these last few steps are just as crucial as the first. One moment of lost focus, one slight deviation, and all the previous success could literally end in a fall. This powerful image serves...

Today I'm joined by Bro. Myles and we're talking about the 'Broken Windows' philosophy in the context of Sunday school leadership. The Broken Windows Theory, first introduced in criminology, suggests that visible signs of disorder and neglect in a neighborhood lead to more serious crimes.  When applied to leadership and organizational management, this principle offers profound...

Today I'm joined by Steve Arter and we're talking about designing a plan for growth-it doesn't just happen. Hoping your team will improve is not a strategy. Real growth requires intention, attention, and action. The difference between good teams and great teams often lies not in their potential, but in their approach to development. Great teams understand that excellence is a choice...