SPEAKER: Pastor Russel Moldovan

This sermon, part of the “Interpersonalism” series and preached on King’s Kids Sunday, emphasizes the importance of building strong, Christ-centered relationships in a digital age. Drawing from the book Screen Kids by Gary Chapman and Arlene Pellicane, it outlines how excessive screen time can negatively affect children's brain development, emotional health, attention span, and social skills. While acknowledging the benefits of technology, the message warns against its overuse and the resulting obstacles to developing meaningful human connections, especially in children.

The core of the sermon presents five “A+ Relational Skills” every child should learn: Affection, Appreciation, Anger Management, Apology, and Attention. Each skill is grounded in biblical principles and illustrated through practical examples and supporting research. The sermon closes with a compelling call to pass on the baton of faith to the next generation, stressing that nurturing these relational skills within the church and home equips children not only for a healthier life now but also for an eternal relationship with Jesus. The church offers various children’s ministries to help families instill these values.