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 Understand a Biblical Passage: Hermeneutics 101
Every youth worker already practices hermeneutics whenever they open the Bible and ask, “What does this verse mean?” The question is not whether we use hermeneutics, but rather how to use hermeneutics well.
ep.125: Apologetics & Favorite Teaching Series
What role does apologetics have in youth discipleship, and what are some of our favorite teaching series we’ve taught?
How to Teach the Parable of the Prodigal Son, Theologically
The Parable of the Prodigal Son is a beloved story in Scripture, but are we teaching it as a moralism (don’t be like the older brother) or as a message about the Father’s grace?
How to Teach Ruth, Theologically
Here are four major theological themes of Ruth, centered on God’s promise of hope. These themes will help you teach Ruth as more than a love story, but about our sovereign God.
ep.118: How Mike Prepares a Sermon
Mike is all alone in this episode… so he brings you behind the scenes by sharing his sermon preparation process for a recent message on Romans 8.
ep.116: Talking With Students About Sexuality and Gender
The Bible talks about sexuality. If we aren’t, then can we really say we’re teaching the Bible? In this podcast episode, Mike and John discuss how to go about teaching on sexuality and gender at youth group .
Teaching Students the Truth with Conviction, Clarity, and Compassion
Believing that the gospel is the truth should shape and affect how we teach it to our teenagers each week, specifically, in three ways…
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?
Introducing the YPT Curriculum!
Learn more about the Youth Pastor Theologian Curriculum. Built on a legacy of discipleship, we’re launching with a series that leads youth through the Apostles’ Creed. Learn more here.