scripture

Why I’m Glad to be A Sensitive Person

Why I’m Glad to be A Sensitive Person

I wonder when did being sensitive get a bad reputation and why does being sensitive tend to make others uncomfortable? After all, Jesus showed us how to use gifts like sensitivity, empathy and compassion for the Kingdom of God.

Seven Muti-Sensory Strategies for Memorizing Scripture: Podcast Episode 015

Seven Muti-Sensory Strategies for Memorizing Scripture: Podcast Episode 015

If you are in children’s ministry or disability ministry, you may have students who have challenges memorizing Scripture. In this episode, Beth will share seven no-cost or low-cost ideas to engage a variety of learners in Scripture memorization, including those who learn best through hearing, or seeing, or doing.

Five Ways to Highlight Scriptures in Special Needs Ministry

Five Ways to Highlight Scriptures in Special Needs Ministry

Scripture is a fundamental part of Christianity. When our church launched a special needs ministry a few years ago, I wondered how we could incorporate scripture into our lessons while making it understandable for those with Intellectual Disabilities and limited speech. Here are five ways to embed scriptures in your special-needs ministry.

Safety in God in the Time of Coronavirus

Safety in God in the Time of Coronavirus

Witnessing and hearing of suffering can create a kind of paranoia for us. The unexpected can wreak fear, bitterness, and resentment. But we are kept and protected by the truth. In a world which seems to be spinning out of control, what does safety in God look like?

Five Practical Ways Churches Can Support Special Needs Families

Five Practical Ways Churches Can Support Special Needs Families

There has never been a day I grieved my children. Still, deep in my heart, there is this grief. Please hear me when I say my children are a joy. They are the reason I have found my calling. But today, I want you to learn from my experience what the parents of special needs children may be feeling in your church, and how you can help.

A New Thing!

A New Thing!

As we start out the new year, I can’t help but wonder what new thing God wants to do in our lives?! Praise Jesus that He is the God of new things. Don’t let a difficult past determine your current and future identity. Praise the Lord; He says He will do something new. We have to let Him.