No matter if they're written for/from a believer or not, the vast majority of marriage enhancement articles will advocate for a date night. Couples should have dedicated time together.
This morning I was chatting to parents of some (potentially) new kids around church and dropped one of the greatest motivators for sending their kids to youth group.
Dinner alone.
Luckily, our church is located a block from a decent pub where some parents hang out together whilst we entertain/mind/spiritually nourish their kids. If one of the hidden strengths of a successful children's/youth ministry are strong, stable marriages, then I think it makes sense for children's ministries to advertise the kids ministry/date night opportunity.
The church shouldn't be merely seen as cheap babysitting, but we shouldn't shy away from the fact that we can not only be ministering to the kids, but serving the parents as well.
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