Let's take a cue from the words of thanksgiving in Paul's prayer for the Philippian Christians. He began by thanking God for his fellow believers, thus deepening his connection with them in the most foundational way. When believers today follow his example, expressing thanks for one another, the bond among them also grows stronger.

Use this exercise in board meetings, small groups, staff retreats, ...

Topics:	Authenticity, Christian life, Community, Fellowship, Growth, Health, Relationships, Small groups
Filters:	Church staff, Counseling, Discipleship, Elder, Outreach, Pastor, Small groups, Spiritual director
Purpose:	Fellowship
References:	Philippians 1:1-8
Date Added:	July 31, 2007

If you're a new teacher, you're probably anticipating your first day with a mixture of excitement and anxiety. You want to present God's truth with skill while avoiding that big "rookie mistake" that would get your career off to a rocky start. Here are some tips to make the first day go smoothly.

Set up room arrangements and seating:Arrange the area with kids in mind. Kinesthetic, tactile learners ...

Topics:	Christian education, Difficult people, Management, Planning, Strategy, Sunday school, Teaching, Volunteers
Filters:	Children's ministry, Children's pastor, Christian education, Daycare worker, Discipleship, Nursery, Sunday school, Sunday school
Purpose:	Discipleship
References:	Philippians 1:6
Date Added:	August 01, 2007