The Posture of the Youth Pastor
If the posture of the youth pastor is so instrumental in setting the gospel culture, then what should that posture be? Ezekiel 34 offers examples and warnings to answer this question.
5 Ways John Piper Made Me a Better Student Pastor
A new series highlighting preachers and writers who have helped us become better youth workers. This contribution reflects on key themes of John Piper’s ministry that can helps youth workers make disciples who are joyful worshippers.
Teaching Students and Keeping Their Attention
How can youth workers teach effectively and keep students’ attention? Here’s an excerpt from Lead Them to Jesus to help with this important skill.
The State of Theology in Youth Ministry
Youth Ministry is theological ministry. What does this mean in light of Ligonier’s recent report, The State of Theology?
What Should We Sing With Students?
If worship is a regular part of your youth group, it’s natural to ask, “What should we sing?” This also involves asking “What should we NOT sing?”
How to Minister to Anxious Students at the Beginning of the School Year
Here are five ways to encourage students who are facing school stress.
Organizational Leadership for Gospel Centered Youth Ministry: Mission Statements and Ministry Values
How do youth pastor theologians write a good missions statement for their student ministry? How do you identify your ministry values? Here’s some practical counsel on organizational leadership as the school year resumes.
Learning from “Thor: Love and Thunder” About Distraction
This spoiler-free article considers how Thor: Love and Thunder can serve as a reminder for youth workers to resist distractions from their mission, regardless of how fun or entertaining those distractions may be.
Is Your Theology Nostalgic?
Are we blind towards the way our experiences and memories inform our theology and ministry, or will we intentionally build on the Bible?
Theology Without Love is Dead
In the same way that faith without works is dead, 1 Corinthians 13:2 implies that theology without love is dead.