The following are topic descriptions for Kevin Swanson’s topics at October 2006 NCFIC conference on unity between church and home:

Suffer the Children: How God Uses ‘Imperfect’ Children to Transform a Local Church

Kevin Swanson shares the moving testimony of the way the Lord has transformed the heart of a local church by its decision to include special needs children during the worship of the meeting of the local church.

How to Have Meaningful Family Worship

Basing this presentation on three generations that practiced family worship, Kevin Swanson makes a fervent case for family worship. What kind of heart does Dad need to bring into the shepherding of his little ones? What are the obstacles to family worship? Kevin Swanson gives some great practical advice on basic exegetical and teaching methodologies, the elements of worship, the use of illustrations, motivating family members to be attentive during worship, and cultivating good heart attitudes.

Saying Goodbye, Saying Hello: How to Leave/How to Join a Church

Have you ever wondered what the Bible says about saying goodbye? In the modern world of transient relationships, millions suffer from the heart calluses that develop following a string of bad goodbyes. The recovery period is long and painful. But the Bible has much to say on the topic, and you will find immediate healing in this terrific message on saying hello and saying goodbye. In this session, Kevin covers the basic things you want to look for before committing to join a church, as well as some helpful heart considerations and practical issues to take into account before leaving a church.