
Episode #37
How Kids Ministry Can Shape Identity Before Behaviour I Tyler Bates
What if some of the language we use in kids ministry is accidentally teaching children that their relationship with God depends on how well they perform? In this episode, Tyler challenges kids ministry leaders to examine both what is filling them and what is forming the kids they lead. From checking your own spiritual tank and making sure ministry flows from an overflow of your relationship with God, to reevaluating methods that may have served a previous season, the conversation moves into the deeper issue of how children develop their faith. Tyler explores why identity in Christ must come before behavior, how “I can” language can unintentionally create a performance-based understanding of faith, and why kids need to know not only God’s Word, but His character and His voice. The goal isn’t simply kids who know the right answers—it’s children who know who God is, who He says they are, and how to walk with Him when real life comes Explore Amazing+, our comprehensive ministry strategy for 0-18 – Full access to curriculum, media, tech, training, and tools. https://www.joinamazing.com/amazingplus

