The world of Student Ministry can be complex. Successful implementation of change and biblical maturity in each student’s life, requires the influence of multiple people. One of the relationships necessary in the process of an effective Student Ministry is parental involvement. Unfortunately, some parents have abdicated their value in this process as evidenced by statements like these: “The youth leaders…
Every parent has been asked one of those questions that seemingly cause time to stand still. Your mind goes numb, blood rushes to your feet, your palms get sweaty and all you can think to say is “Go ask your ___.” Obviously, no parent wants to be stuck in this situation particularly not when the questions have eternal significance. As…
If you are like me you try to read as many articles, blogs and books as possible but just cannot catch all of them. “In Case You Missed It” is my way of pointing out a few “reads” that I think are too good to miss. Why a BA is Now a Ticket to A Job in a Cofee…
I tried to remember what I wanted when I was a six year old and all I could remember was a bike and a fishing pole. Most of the things I did at that stage of life were outside activities but then again the “woods” were just over the hill. Times have changed…the “woods” have been cut down. I recently…
If you are like me you try to read as many articles, blogs and books as possible but just cannot catch all of them. “In Case You Missed It” is my way of pointing out a few “reads” that I think are too good to miss. The Remedy for the Discontented Pastor - Matt Wallace Have you heard of Pastor…
If you are like me you try to read as many articles, blogs and books as possible but just cannot catch all of them. “In Case You Missed It” is my way of pointing out a few “reads” that I think are too good to miss! 5 Prices a Leader Must be Wiling to Pay - Perry Noble Jesus gave…
As parents each of us faces the challenge of providing spiritual guidance for our children: encouraging the formation of their lives into the image of Christ. We walk the thin line of assisting in the breaking of their will without crushing their spirit. We all enter parenthood with expectations, plans and strategies -- and some of them actually work. Dr.…
The teen years are not a “holding pattern” but should be a time of utilizing the power of youth. We are not preparing them to be leaders in the future; we are preparing them now for this moment. Being salt and light is not a post-graduate concept. Some of the most vocal advocates for change in student ministry are the…
Youth Ministry 101: Balancing Family and Ministry One of the things I enjoy the most about my ministry is teaching college students. I teach a course each fall at Word of Life Bible Institute entitled, "Developing a Biblical Philosophy of Youth Ministry." I think it is imperative that we help students to think through their "principle centered" philosophy before they…
A practical plan for family devotions can be very elusive. I believe most parents really desire to influence their children spiritually but simply do not know how. I recently wrote an article for MTL Magazine entitled A Parent's Guide to Family Devotions. It contains some practical advice and creative ideas about how to institute a tradition of family devotions in…