When Jesus looked at the crowds in Matthew 9:35–10:1, He didn’t see a busy schedule problem or a shortage of helpers. He saw people. Scripture tells us that He was moved with compassion because they were confused and wandering, like sheep without a shepherd. Then He spoke words that still echo in children’s ministry today: “The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few.” Before Jesus sent anyone out, He invited His disciples to pray. That alone teaches us something power
Last Sunday, something sacred happened in the most ordinary way. During our mission offering lesson, we talked with the children about giving and helping others. One young boy listened quietly. He didn’t raise his hand or draw attention to himself, but it was clear he was taking everything in. After church was over, he came up to me holding a $5 bill and said, “I didn’t have any money during the lesson, so I went home and got it.” In that moment, I realized I wasn’t just rece
