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Clap your hands, all you nations; shout to God with cries of joy. —Psalm 47:1

Every child deserves to know that he or she matters—to God for sure, and to at least one other person.

Many children's ministries answer that question with clear and relevant lessons, accompanied by creative Bible teaching.

This article focuses on a reliable tool to help children's ministries see their effectiveness.

The human hand performs many miraculous tasks.

I sent a simple survey to parents requesting that they let their sons and daughters complete the sentence "I thank God for …" Here's a sampling of what kids expressed thankfulness for, in their words.

I've coached my son's basketball teams for five seasons. Each Tuesday evening we hold a one-hour practice and each Saturday we play a 40-minute game.

The priceless reward for everyone in children's ministry is clear: watching children, one by one, take steps in their walks with Jesus.

This weekend, listen to your ministry.

We recently held auditions for vocalists—students who will sing beside our children's ministry worship leaders on weekends.