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What if one week could transform your church and community for eternity? Could a summer tradition become your most powerful tool for outreach and evangelism? YES! We believe that Vacation Bible School (VBS) is more than just an event—it’s a ministry strategy with lasting impact!

In this episode, we dive deep into why VBS is more than just a summer tradition—it’s a game-changing outreach and evangelism opportunity for your church. You'll discover how VBS builds meaningful relationships, engages entire families, and serves as a powerful multi-generational ministry strategy. Ben Mandrell, along with Chuck Peters and Melita Thomas, tackle common challenges churches face in implementing VBS, from budget constraints to volunteer recruitment, and explore solutions that make it achievable for every church. Be inspired by stories of lives transformed through VBS and learn why trustworthy, culturally relevant content is key to its lasting impact.

If you’re looking for a proven way to energize your congregation and extend your ministry’s reach into the community, this conversation will leave you convinced that VBS is the best investment you can make this year!

Check out the show links below to take your best next step in reaching the community God has entrusted to you!

SHOW LINKS:
VBS Digital Kit
VBS Director's Club
VBS Free Sample
VBS Preview Digital Pass

Please click THIS LINK to shop for the brand new Together Bible Study from Lifeway and Ben Mandrell.

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Merry Christmas, everyone!

In today’s episode of The Glass House, Ben and Lynley share their heartfelt reflections on this Christmas season. From the joy of having all their kids home to the blessings of serving their community, Lynley opens up about how the meaning of this season deepens as life brings new changes.

Ben reflects on a year filled with significant milestones, embracing both the joy and the bittersweet moments that come with Christmas. They acknowledge that while this season is a time of celebration, it can also be a time of sorrow for many. Together, they point us back to the ultimate hope we have in Jesus—the Savior whose birth we celebrate and whose return we eagerly await.

Stay tuned for some exciting plans we have in store for the next season of The Glass House!

SHOW LINKS:
96. Loving Your Church Staff Well with Mark and Jenna Hallock

101. A Week In The Life of A Pastor with Lindsay & Ben Skipper

114. Through the Decades with the Pastor's Wife with Anne Wright

121. Through the Decades with Donna Gaines

Voice of the Heart

Bounce Curl

-Leave Ben & Lynley a voice mail HERE
-Connect with the Glass House on Instagram HERE
-Please email us your questions and feedback to president@lifeway.com or leave us a voice mail HERE

Please click THIS LINK to shop for the brand new Together Bible Study from Lifeway and Ben Mandrell.

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How does a biblical worldview transform the way we guide the next generation?

In this insightful episode, Chuck Peters and Jeremy Echols dive into the power of worldview in ministry, exploring how it shapes our understanding of the world, ourselves, and our faith. They discuss why embracing a biblical worldview is foundational for effective discipleship and evangelism, especially for next-generation leaders. Chuck and Jeremy also stress the vital role parents play in shaping their children's perspective and the need for alignment between what’s taught at church and what’s modeled at home.

This episode is a meaningful resource for anyone invested in raising up young leaders who are deeply rooted in their faith. Thanks for listening and sharing this episode with a friend!

SHOW LINKS:
Connect with Lifeway Kids
Connect with Lifeway Students
-Leave Ben & Lynley a voice mail HERE
-Connect with the Glass House on Instagram HERE
-Please email us your questions and feedback to president@lifeway.com or leave us a voice mail HERE

Please click THIS LINK to shop for the brand new Together Bible Study from Lifeway and Ben Mandrell.