5 Problems Sunday Schools Face Today

A recent survey gave an insight into the problems that face the local Sunday school. Here are some of those problems with possible solutions.

Lack of good Sunday school literature and resources.
Its hard to believe that some schools have a problem with all the resources available today, from denominational and independent sources. If you are not happy with what is provided for you don’t be afraid to look around and try new materials. It’s a good idea to look at your own denominational beliefs – but if it does not fill your needs, keep looking.

Lack of money.
If this is a problem in your church, have a good look at your total church budget. How does your Christian education budget compare to other expenses of your church? Take a look at how your Sunday school is spending its money. Is money being spent on unnecessary or unused items? Are members of the congregation aware that you need funds for the Sunday school activities.

Lack of space.
This is not a problem that is easily solved short of a major building programme, which space and money may prohibit. Have a good look at the area you currently use. Can this be better utilised? Are all rooms used, even a kitchen can be used for a small class. Are there classes that can be combined? Can the room be divided?

Lack of support by local leaders and congregation.
In many churches only one-third or less of the persons who attend the worship service are a part of the Sunday school. Do these persons who are not in Sunday school understand and appreciate Sunday school and its needs? Positive promotion and information about the Sunday school will do much to help others learn more. The best way to help others become more supportive is to get them involved.

A Fresh Start

With every New Year comes the inevitable new resolusions. Is that you? Have you made some decisions that you want to make changes in your life?

Have you already abandoned them? It is not always easy to make changes and then stick to them. Ask the perpetual dieter. It is best to make little steps to change, one decision at a time and not because "it's that time of the year", or because everyone else is doing it.

In the words of that popular song:

One Day At A Time

I'm only human--I'm just a man/woman.
Help me believe in what I believe and all that I am.
Show me the stairway that I have to climb,
Lord, for my sake, teach me to take, one day at a time.

One day at a time, sweet Jesus, that's all I'm asking of you.
Teach me today, to do all the things that I have to do.
Yesterdays gone, sweet Jesus, and tomorrow may never be mine.
Lord, for my sake, teach me to take, one day at a time.

Do you remember, when you walked among men?
Well, Jesus you know, if you're looking below, It's worse now than then.
There's cheating and stealing--violence and crime.
So for my sake - teach me to take one day at a time.

One day at a time, sweet Jesus, that's all I'm asking of you.
Teach me today, to do all the things that I have to do.
Yesterdays gone, sweet Jesus, and tomorrow may never be mine.
Lord, for my sake, teach me to take, one day at a time.

Have a blessed day.