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The Prince’s Poison Cup

Doug — Wed, 16 May 2012 14:11:56 +0000

Are you looking for a creative way to teach the truth of the gospel to your kids this summer? I would highly recommend The Prince’s Poison Cup by R.C. Sproul. My whole family watched the DVD last night and it prompted a lot of good discussion. Even my four-year old boy was captivated with the story and listened intently. Take a look at this intro video below and buy the DVD and/or book.

Over-Parenting vs. Missional Parenting

Doug — Fri, 04 May 2012 15:17:15 +0000

Gospel Centered Discipleship, a website started up by my friend, Jonathan Dodson, just posted an article I wrote awhile back called, Over-Parenting vs. Missional Parenting. I hope it encourages you in your parenting journey.

Easter Videos to Show Your Kids

Doug — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 16:34:15 +0000

I like these videos of the Easter Story (taken from this website) that walk through the Book of Mark:

Jesus on the Cross (Mark 15:22-32)
The Death of Jesus (Mark 15:33-39)
Jesus is Alive (Mark 16:1-7)

And Watch the Jesus Storybook Bible video below w/your kids

Why Easter? A New Easter Devotional for Families

Doug — Sat, 24 Mar 2012 21:17:42 +0000

I’m excited about Why Easter? a new resource that helps children understand and celebrate the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus. Tedd Tripp, author of Shepherding a Child’s Heart, gives his endorsement:

Since most Evangelicals do not follow the church calendar, Easter often catches us unprepared. Barbara Reaoch comes to our aid with a four-week series of devotions for parents and children that will increase our joy at Easter. These devotionals are well-crafted, theologically sound, and doable. They could be used year after year as a wonderful family tradition.

You can click here to download a sample of the first 3 lessons.

D6 Days

Doug — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 15:42:51 +0000

Over the last decade, I’ve been highly involved in ministry to families. During those years, I’ve learned that discipleship has got to start in the home and then spread outward. That’s why I’m excited about D6 Days – a way to experience the D6 Conference from your computer, iPad, or tablet for FREE at D6Conference.com/D6Days. The D6 Conference aims to equip church leaders by addressing what’s ahead for the church as we disciple the next generation for Christ.

There are three different D6 Days in 2012: February 21, April 17, and July 24. D6 Days content will be available for up to two weeks after the listed dates.

The folks from D6 graciously gave me a couple books that I look forward to reading in the coming days. They are:

You Lost Me: Why Young Christians Are Leaving the Church … And Rethinking Faith by David Kinnaman. I read Kinnaman’s book called, unChristian, awhile back and appreciated his insights.

The Legacy Path: Discovering Intentional Spiritual Parenting by Brian Haynes. Haynes provides a clear path to influence the faith of the next generation by helping parents become the spiritual leaders for their families. Highly recommend it.

Family Advent Devotions

Doug — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 22:59:28 +0000

Advent is a time of expectation and preparation for the celebration of Christ’s birth. I encourage you to set aside some time with your family to focus on Jesus in these weeks leading up to Christmas. Here are some ideas:

Christ the King Presbyterian Church has developed two Advent devotionals you can download here and here.

Jared Kennedy posted some great ideas for families to celebrate the Advent season.

The Resurgence also has an excellent series of posts onLearning to Advent together.

Justin Taylor points to a new Advent Narrative Book that looks really good.

Tony Kummer highlights some Advent Lessons for Kids that teach through the nativity.

One thing we do in our home is sing Christmas songs together (I can still manage to play a few on the guitar!) and talk about the words to these songs. I’ve found that some of them are rich in theology (i.e. Joy to the World). Whatever you do, make it simple and fun for your kids!

7 Financial Principles for Kids

Doug — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 12:54:18 +0000

Jared Kennedy gives some helpful financial principles and devotions to walk through with your kids. These devotions would be a great supplement to a church-wide series on stewardship.

New ESV GROW! Bible for Kids

Doug — Fri, 07 Oct 2011 17:37:53 +0000

I just got a copy of the ESV GROW! Bible from a friend of mine. I love it! It’s designed specifically for children ages 8-12. One of the coolest features is the “Cross Connections” boxes that are scattered throughout to help kids understand the centrality of the cross in all the Scriptures. Another feature called “4U” is great for explaining the text and how to apply it to a child’s life. I can’t wait to read it with my 7 and 9 year old girls.

ESV Grow! Bible from Crossway on Vimeo.

Click on the Bible to the right to view the text.

Simple Gospel Habits in the Home

Doug — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 14:42:39 +0000

Here are two simple ways to pass on the gospel to your kids at an early age:

Using these simple tools helps us depend on God each day for grace that only he can give.

What if “Making Disciples” Looked More Like This?

Doug — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 19:35:02 +0000

This is Discipling from The Foursquare Church on Vimeo.

(HT: Brent Thomas)