Second Man

Leading Your Children to Christ The question is often asked:  can my children really understand the Gospel and be saved?  The simple answer to that question is a resounding  yes ! When the disciples tried to hinder little children from coming to Jesus, they were rebuked by Christ when He said, “Suffer the little children to come unto me, and forbid them not: for of such is the kingdom of God” (Mark 10:14). As parents, we have a massive responsibility to lead our children to Christ. The church, Sunday school teachers, pastors and others are there to support in this mission; but the responsibility that our children understand salvation is on us. So, what does that look like? How can we lead our children to Christ? Consider these ideas from Scripture: 1. Model a Consistent Walk with God Proverbs 22:6 “ Train  up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” C...

I have always felt like God made me to be a second man. By this, I mean that He has placed within me a desire to encourage other men in the ministry and work along-side to accomplish the vision God has given them. I find real satisfaction in being a "second man." Since becoming a children's pastor, I have realized the importance of encouragement in ministry, and that is what I hope this blog will become for you. I desire to share what God is teaching me through His Word and also what I am learning through ministry to others. When you think about it, we are all a second man to someone. Even if you are the senior pastor at a church, you are a second man for God. All of us are a second man to those we serve. The big question is, "Who are you serving?" My prayer is that this blog would be an encouragement to christians and all who are serving in full-time ministry. I am not here to debate, I am here to encourage. Don't forget where true joy is found......