4 Things Kids Pastors Wish Their Lead Pastors Knew
In my last post, I wrote about how different things look from the lead pastor's chair. While much of the work is familiar, there are some important differences that most lead pastors never fully see. That's the genesis of this two-part series.
This week I'm speaking from my own experience as a kids' pastor, along with some honest feedback I gathered from several kidmin Facebook groups. Next week, I'll flip the script and share what lead pastors wish their staff, and specifically their kidmin leaders, understand.
Becoming A Whole Person: Setting Achievement and Habit Goals
I love goals. Without them I probably wouldn’t get anything done. When I started running, I knew I wasn’t going to stick with it unless I set a goal. So, I did. I registered for a 5k in six months and started training. After that race, I set a new goal of running a 10k. So, I registered for another race and kept going.
After a few years of that, my running habit was set, and I didn’t have to set a specific goal anymore. Just what I call a habit goal. That may be a new concept for you, but I think it’s essential to becoming the leader and the person you want to be. Let me show you what I mean.
Memorize Scripture, Eat Some Ice Cream
I heard a story once about a Jewish Rabbi. On the first day of school he would pour honey on his pupils' desks and then tell the kids to lick up the honey. As they licked it, the Rabbi would tell them that the Word of God is like honey and should be a sweet taste in your mouth.
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