The Well Kids Monthly Newsletter: JULY 2020
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Take the Leap.
A trapeze artist soars through the sky. It’s risky, but must be super fun. Stepping off the platform; letting go of the bar; flipping into your partner’s grasp: Releasing control. A giant safety net below makes it all possible. God’s sovereignty is your safety net....
Resources to Guide Your Study of Acts
The book of Acts is an exciting, and sometimes difficult to understand story of the early church living out their faith. Below are a few resources to help guide your study. These resources can be used individually, in community, or your 3D....
Crafts & Conversation
Recently our White Oak Community Group organized its first ladies’ craft workshop, in a series we’re calling “Crafts & Conversation.” ...
Why Membership Matters
Relational commitment opens the door to rich relationship. “Making it official” is the movement from instability to stability, and shallow waters to deep. That is what we are asking you to do here at The Well. Become a Member....
Scattering Together to Serve as a Community
“...the harvest is plentiful but the workers are few,” Matthew 9:37 (NIV). This verse is one of the most memorable in the Bible for me, but what does it mean to you? Recently, our newly formed White Oak community got a chance to live out this verse by performing a simple act of kindness to a community in need in our very first scatter time....
Meet the Elders: Matt
Have you ever wondered who the Elders are at The Well? We’re kicking off a series called Meet the Elders to help you get to know these leaders in our church. First up… Meet Matt. As the Lead Pastor at The Well, he oversees the team of Elders. You might think you know him well, but check out this Q&A to learn a little bit more about a day in the life of Matt....
You Don't Have What It Takes
You don’t have what it takes (cf. Judges 6-9). It’s true. 300 versus 135,000 is no fair fight, and Gideon knew it. He’s scared. I don’t know what you are facing today, but the battle is too much for you....
Resources to Guide Your Study of Judges
I am excited to study the book of Judges with you. To be honest, I have never spent a lot of time reading the book of Judges. It is challenging and has some fantastic stories....
Reflecting on Five Years
I’ve always preached from a music stand. In February five years ago in my basement, it was no different. Each time, I stand up, dependent and scared. What will God do?...
Peace City Church Update
During the past two years, Lisa and I have spent a lot of time in the Riverdale neighborhood—engaging, serving, and sharing the gospel. We’ve battled bedbugs, loneliness, and discouragement, but by God’s grace we've gotten to know so many neighbors from many nations, have shared the gospel several times, which led to three salvations!...
Confess + Obey
Is your faith vibrant and alive? It's time to investigate our faith for evidence of authentic transformation. On Sunday, we threw up red flags in areas we needed to confess and obey. The Elders and Staff have been praying for each of you, one sticky at a time....
Tragedy in Orlando
In the early hours of Sunday morning, June 12, a horrific act of violence took place at a night club in Orlando, Florida. When tragedy strikes it is often difficult to have the right words and actions in response. It is in times like these, as Christians, we must hold tightly to the truth of Scripture....
Christ and Culture Series
Are you a Democrat or Republican? Is abortion wrong in every circumstance? Do you side with "Black Lives Matter" or "All Lives Matter?" Is same sex marriage okay? How does following Jesus impact our thoughts on any of this? Should it?...
Year End Reflection
One thing that is easy to skip is reflection, but it is one of the most important aspects of leadership. We need to slow down and take time to think about our year and set a few goals for the new year....
When a CG Member Never Shows Up
This one guy never showed up to Community Group gatherings. I didn’t get it because I’d talk to him on Sundays and he was always positive when talking about Community Group. But why was he always a no-show?...
Creating a Third Space
You’ve probably heard the term “third place” before. Starbucks used the concept in their marketing strategy. A third place was another space to frequent besides your work and your home. This third place is somewhere to find refuge and a sense of place....
Work Talk to Gospel Talk
Whether it’s chatting over coffee, happy hour, playtime at the park or dinner, one thing is almost certain when spending time with people: you talk about what you do. Here is one simple way to take a conversation on work and lead it towards the gospel....
Tuesday Tidbits for Parents: June 23, 2020
Hi, Parents! This week I felt led to share something I wrote up 3 years ago -- 9 months after I lost my daughter (and a snippet from a post 12 months after I lost her.) When I wrote it, I was in the throes of the grief journey. My hope as you read it is that 1) you will be reminded of God's goodness, in the midst of whatever situations you find yourself in this week, and ...
Keep ReadingThe Well Kids Monthly Newsletter: JUNE 2020
Stay up-to-date on all things children's ministry related at The Well! View our monthly newsletter for important info, discipleship tips, encouragement, etc....
Keep ReadingTuesday Tidbits for Parents: May 26, 2020
Hey, Parents! When I was in college, my family went on a trip to the Bahamas. While it was a super fun trip, the thing that I will never forget is the feeling I had when I looked out at that clear, blue-green ocean water for the first time. I'd never seen anything like it before. I literally had no words (and that's rare for a person like me). I was awestruck-- totally me...
Keep ReadingTuesday Tidbits for Parents: May 19, 2020
Hey, Parents!I'm a podcast kind of person, so today's tidbit is a recommendation of a resource I've listened to and benefited from for years: The Focus on the Family Broadcast.The episodes are chock full of meaningful, practical advice on all things faith and family related. It's a great resourceif you're looking for tips and encouragement as you seek to disciple your kids...
Keep ReadingTuesday Tidbits for Parents: May 12, 2020
Our memories are so powerful. They have the ability to affect our feelings, behaviors, and our perception of ourselves and our world. They enable us to build relationships with others and help shape our desires and affections. But our natural tendency as humans is toward forgetfulness. No wonder remembering is a central theme in Scripture! It's also a crucial part of answe...
Keep ReadingThe Well Kids Monthly Newsletter: MAY 2020
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Keep ReadingTuesday Tidbits for Parents: April 28, 2020
The story of Ruby Bridges is a beautiful, inspirational story of faith in action in the face of danger. But it doesn’t start with Ruby. It starts with her parents....
Keep ReadingTuesday Tidbits for Parents: April 21, 2020
Hey, Parents! We've been talking a lot about family worship lately, which is really just regularly setting aside a time to teach our kids about and worship God together as a family. But why are we so gung ho about family worship? The Why I love how Psalm 78 puts it. In verses 5-7 we read, He [God] decreed statutes for Jacob and established the law in Israel, wh...
Keep ReadingParents' Corner | April 19, 2020
Dear Parents, Ezekiel had a tough job: ministering to people who had rejected God and suffered the consequences. The exiled people of Judah were eager to blame God for their circumstances. "It's not fair!" they argued. (See Ezek. 18:25.) Ezekiel told the people that they were at fault for their exile; their faithlessness had provoked God's wrath. The people were ge...
Keep ReadingParents' Corner | April 5, 2020
Dear Parents, The Sunday before Easter is Palm Sundaythe day Jesus entered Jerusalem as the King of kings the week of Passover. Many of God's people traveled to Jerusalem for Passover. Jesus and His disciples traveled to Jerusalem as well. Near Bethphage (BETH fayj) and Bethany near the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent two disciples ahead into a village to bring a donkey...
Keep ReadingParents' Corner | April 12, 2020
Dear Parents, This week we pick up just a few days after the triumphal entry when the same crowd that chanted "hosanna" to Jesus now chanted "crucify Him." Jesus was betrayed by Judas, arrested, condemned, and crucified. After He died, Jesus was placed in a tomb, but on the third day, He rose again conquering death and providing life to those who believe. The cruci...
Keep ReadingThe Well Kids Monthly Newsletter: APRIL 2020
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Keep ReadingProtecting Your Kids Online
With our kids spending a lot more time online (for school, connection with peers, etc.), it's so important to do what we can to keep them safe. Read more for tips on protecting your kids online....
Keep ReadingParents' Corner | March 29, 2020: Going Deeper with Your Kids This Week (Toddlers-5th Grade)
We want to help you make the most of this increased time together as a family. Below you will find fun ways to keep reinforcing this week’s Bible lessons with your kid(s)!...
Keep ReadingParents' Corner | March 15, 2020: Going Deeper with Your Kids This Week (Toddlers-5th Grade)
We want to help you make the most of this increased time together as a family. Below you will find fun ways to keep reinforcing this week’s teaching (from Jeremiah 1) with your kid(s)!...
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*NEW! The Well Kids Monthly Newsletter: MARCH 2020
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Keep ReadingParents' Corner | March 8, 2020
Dear Parents, This week we turned our attention back to Judah and picked up the big story with God's people in quite a bind. The prophet Joel spoke to the Southern Kingdom of Judah at a time when the nation faced a crisis. The land had been invaded by locusts; swarms of the insects had devastated the plants. Judah was also affected by a severe drought. Joel looked ba...
Keep ReadingCultivating Generous Hearts in Our Kids: An Opportunity for the Family!
Here at The Well Kids, we get the opportunity to sponsor Felix through Compassion International......
Keep Reading*NEW! Memory Verse Treasure Chest Treats!
Want to help your kids treasure God's Word and store it up in their hearts (Ps. 119:11)? Let us help you!...
Keep ReadingPreK-5th Grade Waffle Party on April 26th!!!
Mark your calendars! We're throwing our PreK through elementary kids a Waffle Party on April 26th during both services!...
Keep ReadingParents' Corner | March 1 ,2020
Dear Parents, Jonah lived during the time Jeroboam II was king over Israel, mere decades before the Northern Kingdom of Israel was destroyed. Jonah was a prophetand while he is best known as the man who was swallowed by a big fish when he tried to run away from God, his story continues beyond chapter 2 to reveal what Jonah knew all along: God is "a gracious and compassi...
Keep ReadingParents' Corner | February 26, 2020
Dear Parents, Hosea was a prophet to the Northern Kingdom of Israel for at least forty years. God sent Hosea to tell Israel of God's hatred toward sin and of His coming judgment. (See Hos. 4:1,6.) God also sent Hosea to bring a message of lovea love that never gives up. (See Hos. 11:7-9.) To get the message across to the Israelites, God used Hosea's own life ...
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