How do you get kids' attention—and keep it long enough to communicate truth that can change their lives?

In this episode of The Great Commission Toolkit, Chase Williams shares practical ways to help children listen, stay engaged, and focus while you're teaching God's Word.

From simple attention getters like clapping rhythms, competitions, the cheer ball, and the “bottle of silence,” to teaching techniques like object lessons, vocal variety, Bible storytelling, gestures, visuals, and strategic movement, this episode is packed with ideas you can use immediately.

You'll also learn:

• Fun ways to get a noisy group quiet without constantly saying, “Shhh!”

• How to use competition to encourage attention and participation

• Why complimenting good behavior can change the atmosphere of a room

• How to prepare children to listen before class even begins

• Why a sound system can make a major difference

• How object lessons and visuals can help communicate truth

• Why vocal variety and pauses are powerful teaching tools

• How Bible storytelling can capture attention without special equipment

• Where workers should sit during class

• How to handle distracting children without distracting everyone else

• Why some of the most disruptive kids may actually be potential leaders

• How to counsel children in conversation instead of only correcting behavior

The goal isn't simply to have a quiet classroom.

The goal isn't just to finish the lesson.

The goal is life change.

We want to communicate God's truth clearly so children can understand it, respond to it, and grow spiritually. Practical techniques matter, but ultimately, we need the Holy Spirit to work through us as we teach.

The goal: Be impossible to ignore—not so the attention is on us, but so children hear the truth God has given us to teach.

If you work in children's church, Sunday School, VBS, camp ministry, Bible clubs, bus ministry, or any other ministry involving children, this episode is full of practical tools you can put to use right away.

What's your favorite way to get and keep kids' attention? Share it in the comments!

Want a Kids Ministry Training Booklet? Contact us here: chase@excellerateministries.com

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The Bible Way to Heaven Booklet: https://excellerateministries.com/gospel-booklet/

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Are your games helping you accomplish your ministry goals...or are they just filling time?

In this episode of The Great Commission Toolkit, Chase Williams shares practical principles for taking your church, VBS, camp, or children's ministry games from good to GREAT.

Games aren't just about having fun. They can help build relationships, reinforce biblical truth, create excitement, and open doors to share the gospel.

Using the G.R.E.A.T. framework, you'll learn how to make every game more organized, engaging, and purposeful.

In this episode you'll learn:

✅ Why games matter in children's ministry

✅ The spiritual purpose behind recreation

✅ The G.R.E.A.T. framework:

• G – Goal of the Game
• R – Rules of the Game
• E – Example of the Game
• A – Atmosphere of the Game
• T – Timing of the Game

✅ How to explain games clearly

✅ Tips for using microphones, music, timers, and volunteers

✅ Why ending a game at its peak keeps kids excited

✅ How games can help build relationships that lead to gospel conversations

Whether you serve in children's church, VBS, camp ministry, youth ministry, Awana, Sunday School, or community outreach, these practical ideas can help you create an environment where kids have fun while growing spiritually.

Remember:

The goal isn't simply to have fun.

The goal is to use fun as a bridge to the gospel.

If this episode encourages you, please leave a review and share it with another children's ministry leader!

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Why does children's ministry matter?

In this episode of The Great Commission Toolkit, Chase Williams discusses the importance of reaching, discipling, and investing in children during one of the most influential seasons of their lives.

Children's ministry is far more than babysitting or simply filling time while adults attend church. It is an opportunity to witness to lost children, disciple young believers, equip ministry workers, and help build a foundation that can impact families and churches for generations.

In this episode, you'll learn:

✅ Why children's ministry is a vital part of fulfilling the Great Commission

✅ The importance of reaching children with the gospel

✅ How children's ministry helps shape a child's worldview

✅ Why discipleship matters during the formative years

✅ How ministry leaders can train and develop future workers

✅ The difference between teaching curriculum and teaching children

✅ Practical encouragement for avoiding burnout and remembering your purpose

Whether you're a pastor, children's worker, Sunday School teacher, camp counselor, parent, or volunteer, this episode will encourage you to stay focused on what matters most.

Key Takeaway:

Remember your WHY.

• Witness to lost kids
• Hone in on discipleship
• Yield growth in ministry

📖 Matthew 28:18-20 📖 Mark 10:13-16 📖 Proverbs 22:6

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Want a Kids Ministry Training Booklet? Contact us here: chase@excellerateministries.com

Gospel Resources:

Dad Joke Tracts: https://excellerateministries.com/dad-joke-tract

Counselor Cue Cards: https://excellerateministries.com/counselors-cue-cards/

The Bible Way to Heaven Booklet: https://excellerateministries.com/gospel-booklet/

Donate to our ministry: https://www.paypal.com/us/fundraiser/charity/4894299

Follow us on Social Media: https://linktr.ee/excellerateministries