How to Build a Message
Now that you have done your biblical exegesis, collected illustrations and quotations, and know what you want to say… how do you begin to actually build the message you’ll deliver to students?
When & How to Use Curriculum Well
Every ministry uses a curriculum. The question is whether you build it all from scratch yourself or buy and adapt it from a trusted source. How do you do that well?
How to Teach the Bible
You’re convinced about the importance of teaching the Bible to you, but do you know how to put together a simple message?
How to Teach a Character Series: What Hezekiah Can Teach Youth
Short series can be an opportunity to take a character from the Bible and learn from them and their walk with the Lord. Here’s an example about King Hezekiah.
How I’m Teaching the Apostles’ Creed in Youth Group
The Creed was written to summarize Christianity’s core teachings, as well as correct errors and common heresies. Here are three reasons I taught it in Youth Group and why you may choose to do the same.
How to Teach Biblical Narratives in Youth Ministry
Narratives include a specific pace, plot, and memorable lines from broadly sketched characters. Here are some principles to help you understand and teach biblical narrative.
Don’t Let Curriculum Shortchange Your Ministry
Curriculum and resources are incredible aids in ministry, especially for new youth pastors. But they can also hinder your growth and shortchange your students if you rely on them too much.
How I’m Teaching the Old Testament at Youth Group
How can youth workers help students learn how to read, interpret, and apply the Old Testament? Here’s one way to teach the law and the Ten Commandments in youth group.
How I’m Teaching Colossians in Youth Group
I believe my students need to grow in Christian maturity, which is what Paul seeks to encourage within the church of Colossae. Here’s how I’m breaking down the series.
Three Homiletical Lenses to Strengthen Your Bible Teaching
These three lenses will help youth ministers teach and apply the Bible to their students more effectively.