Theology of Children's Ministry

A. Theology of Children's Ministries and Its Implications The Value of Children The Nature of Children 1. Children Have a Sinful Nature 2. Children are Immature 3. Children are Dependent 4. Children Become Accountable The Responsibility of Parents toward Their Children 1. Responsibility to Teach and Model God's Truth 2. Responsibility to Discipline Implications of These Teachings Implications for Parents Implications for the ChurchA Philosophy of Ministry to Parents and Children A Heart for Ministering to Parents and Children Three Pillars 1. God is Central in all Parenting and Teaching 2. Children Must Learn to Love and Fear the Lord 3. Parents are Responsible for Discipling Their Children A Framework for Teaching Children 1. Formal Teaching 2. Informal Teaching 3. ModelingI: Parental Promises for the Dedication of Their Children II: Behavioral Principles and Guidelines for Children at Bethlehem Baptist Church III. The Family: Together in God's Presence