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Five People. Five Home Offices. 30,000+ Kids Reached.
Our materials are created by people who care deeply about your ministry, and we'd love for you to finally meet the team behind them. Ron Tant Ron leads our team and is one of our founders. He carefully reviews every piece of material that goes out and works faithfully behind the scenes to keep our organization healthy and moving forward. Sondra Wright Sondra is our adventurer. Even as she travels to see her missionary kids and grandkids, she spends countless hours praying, re
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A Principal Said "No" to My Bible Club. Now What?
School administrators carry a lot of responsibility. When faced with uncertainty, their default response is often caution. A principal may say no because they are unfamiliar with facility use rules, concerned about complaints, want to avoid legal risk, or are unsure how an after school Bible club works at the elementary level. In many cases, the answer reflects uncertainty rather than disagreement. Understanding this helps keep the response calm and productive.

Next Generation IMPACT
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How to Explain Sin to Kids in a Way They Understand
Children often ask questions like, "Why did Jesus have to die?" or "Why is lying such a big deal?" These moments open the door to explain sin in a gentle, biblical way. Sin is choosing our way instead of God's way, creating a gap we cannot bridge on our own. But God sent Jesus to take the punishment for our sin and make a way back to Him. Discover practical language, real-life examples, and simple visual pictures to help you confidently guide your child toward forgiveness and

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How Do I Approach a School About Starting a Bible Club Without Feeling Awkward?
One of the simplest ways to avoid awkwardness is to begin with a neutral question. Start by asking about facility use. For example: What is the process for community groups to use the school building after hours? Is there a facility use application we should complete? Who is the best person to talk to about after school programs? These questions signal respect for the school's procedures and keep the conversation focused on logistics rather than beliefs.

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The Math Doesn't Add Up... And That's How We Know It's God!
Five years ago, Next Generation IMPACT started with a simple conviction: no church, volunteer, or kid should miss out on hearing the Gospel because of a budget. Today, with a small team of people, mostly part-time, we've seen 433,340 pages downloaded, 1,656 partners equipped, & over 29,558 kids reached worldwide in the past year alone. The math doesn't add up on paper. But it does when God is the one doing the math. Here's what 5 years of free resources & faithful partners ha

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Talking to Kids About Truth in a World That Is Full of Lies
Kids do not always ask polished questions about truth. Sometimes it's a quick comment, a phrase repeated from a friend, or a quiet doubt they can hardly explain. God's truth never wobbles. It stays steady and always points us back to Jesus. Here are five doorways into the conversations kids are having about truth, paired with simple, Scripture-based ways to respond with clarity, confidence, and kindness.

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Five Creative Ways to Keep Kids Engaged in Your Bible Lesson
With a few simple strategies, you can capture kids’ attention, help them focus, and make God’s truth come alive in ways they will remember.

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Why Kids Should Learn to Defend Their Faith Before High School
Discover why teaching kids to defend their faith before high school matters. Learn how to help children build confidence in God’s truth with simple, everyday conversations.

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Do Bible Club Volunteers Need Background Checks? Are There Special Requirements to Serve?
After school Bible clubs are run by outside organizations, not by the school. The responsibility for volunteer screening and child-safety practices rests with the sponsoring church or organization. Schools do not conduct or manage background checks for volunteers serving with outside groups. The organization bringing volunteers onto campus is responsible for who those volunteers are and how they are prepared. Background checks protect children and reassure families.

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Do I Need Permission from the School to Start a Bible Club? Here’s Who Actually Decides
Many people assume a principal alone decides whether a Bible club can meet at a public school. In reality, these decisions are guided by district policy and facility use rules that apply to all community groups. This blog explains who actually decides what permission involves and how families and churches can move forward respectfully and legally.

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Can We Share the Gospel and Pray with Kids at a Public School Bible Club?
After school Bible clubs can share the Gospel and pray with kids when they meet outside instructional time and participation is voluntary and parent approved. They are not part of the school day. They are not instructional. And they are not school sponsored. That distinction is what opens the door for prayer and Gospel conversations to happen appropriately. Once the school day ends, the campus becomes a shared space used by many groups under facility use policies.

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What’s the Best Bible Translation for Kids?
Finding the right Bible for a child can be overwhelming. Parents often worry about choosing between accuracy and readability. But you don't have to pick just one. Many families and ministries use a combination of translations to help kids grow. By pairing the word-for-word precision of the ESV with the clear, everyday language of the NLT, you can ensure children understand God’s Word today while building a foundation for deeper study tomorrow. Discover how to balance clarity

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Choosing Curriculum for an After School Bible Club
After school Bible clubs are different from church-based programs. They meet on public school campuses. Time is limited. Attendance can change each week. Volunteers may rotate. Children arrive with different energy levels and very different experiences with faith. Curriculum written primarily for Sunday morning church classes does not always translate well to this environment. After school Bible club curriculum needs to be written for children who may be hearing Bible stories

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Community Outreach Ideas for Churches: What If You Skipped the Egg Hunt This Easter?
Egg hunts are fun. They are familiar. And in many communities, they have worked well for years. But more and more leaders and volunteers are asking a deeper question as Easter approaches: is there another way to engage families at Easter that keeps the message clear and central? That question led to Power Up, an outside-the-box Easter outreach idea for churches who want something different without starting from scratch.

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Power Up: A Free Easter Lesson Kids Will Actually Remember
Kids know Mario never gives up on rescuing Princess Peach. This Easter lesson uses that theme to help them understand Jesus' rescue mission for them. Through familiar Mario castle levels, kids learn why everyone matters to God, what it means to be lost without Jesus, and why Easter is the ultimate celebration. The lesson clearly explains sin, the cross, the resurrection, and how kids can have new life with Jesus. Perfect for after school clubs, Sunday School, or Easter events

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What Laws Protect After School Bible Clubs in Public Schools?
At the heart of these protections is a principle often called equal access. This means that when a school allows non-school groups to meet after instructional time, it must offer the same opportunity to religious groups under the same conditions. If chess clubs, tutoring programs, or character programs are allowed after school, then a Bible club must be allowed as well as long as it follows the same rules. Schools are not allowed to favor or disfavor a group based on viewpoin

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The Evidence for Easter: Did Jesus Really Die and Rise Again?
Easter is more than chocolate bunnies. It celebrates the extraordinary claim that Jesus died and rose again. But is there proof? The answer might surprise you. From archaeological discoveries confirming Roman crucifixion methods to the writings of non-Christian historians like Tacitus, the historical record is strong. Add the testimony of over 500 eyewitnesses and an empty tomb that no authority could explain, and Easter becomes more than a tradition—it’s an event grounded in

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Is It Legal to Start an After School Bible Club at a Public Elementary School?
Federal law protects the right of religious groups to meet on public school property during non-instructional time if the school allows other outside groups to meet. If a school allows clubs like chess, robotics, or tutoring after school, it cannot single out a Bible club just because it is religious. This protection prevents discrimination based on viewpoint. The school does not have to agree with what is being taught. It simply has to allow equal access.

Next Generation IMPACT
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God With Us
“Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel.” Isaiah 7:14 No verse in all of scripture means as much to Christians as this one. For centuries prior to the birth of Christ, world religions had never fathomed a “god” who was present with them every moment of their lives. The best they could offer was temporary emotional relief by appeasing their wrath with sacrifices of property and human sacrifices, even children. Think of it! God With U

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How to Share the Gospel with Kids When You Don’t Know What to Say
When kids start asking big questions about God, heaven, or why Jesus died, even the most faithful parent can feel stuck.

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