The Bible begins where we would expect it to: with the beginning of all of creation. But the beginning that Genesis 1:1 speaks of is not the beginning of everything. It was not the beginning of God. God is eternal—He has no beginning and no end. He has always existed. So the beginning in this session’s Bible story is...

This may be the shortest post I will share with you, but I believe its brevity in no way compromises its power and helpfulness. As we wrap up our journey through the story of the Bible this time around, this is the big idea we want our kids to latch onto: Jesus has won. Not Jesus will win. He...

Revelation 4–5 is full of perplexing imagery, as is much of the rest of the book. One seated on a throne with the appearance of jasper and carnelian stone. Do I even know what jasper and carnelian stones are? A rainbow with the appearance of an emerald. Green, right? Twenty-four elders. Who are they? Thunder, lightning, and torches. OK,...

Revelation 2–3 is the section of Scripture I always wish we had more time to invest in during each of our three-year cycles. It pains me to cover all seven churches in one session. Each could make a fantastic session on its own. Each letter is built on fascinating historical context that when known more fully brings it to...

John, along with Peter and James, was among Jesus’ closest friends. As you read through the Gospels, you will see this inner three play a more significant role than the other nine disciples. And John was the one that Jesus entrusted the care of His mother to instead of counting on His unbelieving half-brothers to do this (see John...

I enjoy a good argument. Not one that is saturated in anger, mind you, but a nice, friendly, impassioned debate. Is synchronized swimming a sport? (no)Is a hotdog a sandwich? (no)Are all the Star Wars movies enjoyable? (yes)Should people use gift as a verb? (no) There’s just something about going back and forth with someone that can be invigorating....