Doing Ministry Without This Leads To Failure
There is a difference between natural and supernatural results in Youth Ministry. If you’ve experienced this, you already know what I’m talking about. When God moves in ways that can […]
Adult Leaders
Games at Youth Group…But Why?
It feels like a question we’ve all asked ourselves at least once (if not every week) as Youth Workers. We’ve done the hard work of preparing for a lesson, making […]
Student Leadership In Your Ministry
When I was in high school, I found my calling to ministry because of people who believed in me. I had leaders who encouraged me, taught me hard lessons about leadership, […]
Speak Life Into Your Volunteers
It has been almost 10 years since the last time I was consistently leading a group of adult volunteers in youth ministry. I started as a youth pastor before I […]
Jumping Back In
Youth Ministry has always been a passion of mine. From the countless hours I spent as a middle and high school student to the time spent getting my Bachelor’s in […]
Supporting Youth Ministry As A Parent
You’re not alone in wondering how to impact Youth Ministry today. So many parents are learning how to navigate parenting in a culture that seems to shift in its theology, […]
Running Into Battle: The Role Of Courage In Student Ministry
The definition of courage is “the ability to do something that frightens someone.” We often associate the word with big, grand gestures of bravery, like a soldier running headfirst into […]
One Simple Difference Between Success And Failure
How you answer one question will determine the success and failure in your ministry leadership. Answer it incorrectly, and you will be ineffective and unfulfilled. Answer it correctly, and you […]
Your Graduating Seniors Need This From You
In over 30 years of youth ministry, this is my least favorite time of year when I say “goodbye” to seniors. I’ve had to do this thousands of times. What […]
Justice & Social Justice…It’s Time to Talk
Justice. This word evokes many different thoughts and emotions. Social justice. These words evoke even more thoughts and emotions. Is there a way to talk about […]