links to things you need!
“mal, do you have a good [insert book, bible, podcast] for this?
for kids pastors + leaders.
children + the supernatural
by jennifer toledo
i’ve read this book 1 million times. if you’re a kids pastor, leader, parent or kid, snag this and change your life! it is required reading for our kids staff!
how to lead when you’re not in charge
by craig groeschel
if you are starting out in church leadership, this is the book for you! you’ll be challenged in ways you can lead without being the lead pastor!
the five dysfunctions of a team
by patrick lencioni
patrick is an incredible guru in leadership. he uses allegories to breakdown leadership principles in a unique way. this is my favorite, but any one of his books will change the way you lead!
teach us to pray
by corey russell
corey russel is a powerhouse of prayer! you’ll be challenged to go deeper in your prayer life, and won’t back down!
and david perceived he was king
by dale mast
don’t miss out on reading this book if you’re in any form of leadership! you’ll be challenged to grow in your identity and will undoubtedly grow in your leadership
unreasonable hospitality
by will guidara
i wish i could rank these books, but this is in my top 5 must reads for every human on planet earth! this book, though about the restaurant industry, will challenge you to rethink so much of what you do!
bibles for kids.
the biggest story bible
this is good for your littler ones! it is not scripture word for word, but beautiful and engaging design + pictures while teaching kids the stories in the bible. it’s a perfect bedtime story.
the adventure bible
i grew up with this bible! it’s a fantastic bible as kids begin reading on their own and having their own relationships with Him!
the action bible
the elementary aged boys (and girls) are loving this graphic novel of a bible! it draws them into the stories of Jesus and keeps their attention!
books + things kids need.
journal with jesus
by mal corwin
a shameless plug for a journal made FOR kids. it’s not a Bible study made with questions to answer but instead an invitation and reminder that even as kids, we can spend time reading the word + journaling with jesus!
ben washington series
by jasmie mullen
jasmine mullen writes a beautiful series for kids! ben washington feels like the odd man out and learns about friendship and faith!
the action bible
coloring book
from the creators of the action bible, this takes the same dynamic illustrations but turns them into a coloring book for kids!
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