In its infancy, societal sin is consistently and dangerously underestimated.
A Brief Plea for Sunday School
"As Sunday School is slowly replaced with small groups, this vital element of the Christian "faith-diet" has been phased out. The hour of biblical knowledge growth isn't being replaced with something equal."
Teens Aren’t That Difficult
Welcome to teen culture. Teens are just lizards.
Reclaim Gravitas
The things we laugh with will become the things we love.
Youth Ministry “Monsters Under the Bed”
Here's the thing about monsters under the bed: we don't like to talk about them. We prefer to turn off the light, run to the bed, and pull the covers over our eyes. But, if you are ever going to rid yourself of the monsters, you need to clear what's under the bed.
Retreat with Purpose
Retreats are necessary and should be intentional. But, the intent of a retreat matters. In other words, it should have a clear and identifiable purpose.
“Saying the Quiet Parts Out-Loud”
"Saying the quiet parts out loud" means vocalizing something usually left unsaid. A good definition is "to publically express a sentiment one is expected to keep to themselves."
Youth Leaders: Surviving Upheaval
Upheaval and chaos are realities in our fallen world. As such, the church should expect these disruptions, both physical and spiritual. The pandemic has taught us that we cannot depend on "the norm" forever, and as such, much be equipped for storms when they arrive. The calling of ministry is to feed the flock, and the conditions will not always be ideal.
The Genealogy of the Ages (Matt. 1:1-17)
It is by history written on tombstones that God's mercy is displayed to the world.
Taking Over After the “Last Person”
Sometimes student ministry leaders are hired to follow the local church "legend." But, more often than not, youth directors are hired to replace a previous youth director who was less-than-legendary. How you pick up the pieces matters.
Weston Blaha 