Ep.138: Is Youth Ministry in the Bible?
How can we integrate youth into the church, and why do we need more youth pastors to stay in youth ministry (even if they “can” do other things)?
137: Integrating Youth into the Church & Why Stay in Youth Ministry
We’ve all heard people say “Youth Ministry isn’t even in the Bible” as if it’s blatantly obvious. But is it?! This conversation highlights what the Bible says about youth ministry, along with three core convictions necessary to have a biblical youth ministry.
ep.136: Talking with Youth About School & Honoring Graduates
School consumes a significant portion of our students’ lives. How do we help youth think biblically about education… and how do we celebrate graduates well?
ep.135: Practical Theology & Planning a Teaching Calendar
What is Practical Theology and how does it lead youth workers to carry out better and more fruitful ministry? Also, let’s put it to use by discussing how to plan a teaching calendar.
ep.134 - Historical Theology in Youth Ministry & Responding When Youth Group Shrinks
In ep.134, Mike and John discuss the ways Historical Theology can help youth workers identify false teachings that are wrapped in new packages. They also discuss how to respond when youth group attendance drops.
ep.133: Why Biblical Theology Matters in Youth Ministry
In this episode, Mike and John talk about biblical theology in youth ministry: what is it and how do we practice it fruitfully?
ep.132: Teenagers and Mental Health, with Danny Kwon
Mike and John welcome Danny Kwon onto the podcast to discuss how mental health can affect the discipleship process, and how to care for students who struggle.
ep.131: Why Systematic Theology Matters & Ministering to Kids of Church Hoppers
What is Systematic Theology and why is it a blessing to youth workers, and a listener question about ministry to a kid whose family has switched churches.
ep.130: Getting Students to Engage and Love One Another
Mike and John tackle two listener-questions: How do we get students to engage when they’re “checked out”, and how do we get our students to go from “liking each other” to “loving each other” in Christ?
ep.128: Does our Delivery Matter?
Is our content the only important part of preaching, or does delivery matter? Mike and John discuss what this means for youth workers.