Friday Review (12/6/24)
This week’s best articles for youth workers on biblical and theological studies, youth and pastoral ministry, partnering with parents, and cultural engagement.
Heroes of Christmas: Mary
In our attempt to focus on Jesus, have we rushed past other characters in the Christmas story? This article focuses on what we can learn from Mary.
YPT Podcast ep.85: Apologetics and Doubt in Youth Ministry (Mary Jo Sharp)
How can youth leaders help students navigate doubt well, and what role does apologetics play in a Bible-teaching ministry?
A Peak Behind the YPT Curtain: 2024 in Review
Hear more about how YPT is pursuing theological renewal in youth ministries around the world and about what’s coming up in 2025.
Friday Review (11/29/24)
This week’s best articles for youth workers on biblical and theological studies, youth and pastoral ministry, partnering with parents, and cultural engagement.
5 Tips to Help You Teach Difficult Passages in Youth Group
Here are some lessons I’ve learned over the last two decades about teaching difficult passages and doctrines to teenagers.
YPT Podcast ep.84: Leading and Equipping Volunteers (Alex Tufano)
Sooner or later, every youth pastor learns that their youth ministry is only as strong as their volunteers. If that’s true then how do we lead and equip them for fruitful ministry?
Friday Review (11/22/24)
This week’s best articles for youth workers on biblical and theological studies, youth and pastoral ministry, partnering with parents, and cultural engagement.
How to Understand and Teach: Genesis 38 (Judah & Tamar)
The story of Judah and Tamar is a challenging passage to teach, especially when you’re teaching teenagers. Here’s a helpful look at the background and bigger picture that displays God’s faithfulness.
YPT Podcast ep.83: Translating Youth Culture for Student Discipleship (Evan Barber)
Youth culture can feel like a foreign language, especially with how rapidly it changes. How can youth workers understand the culture of our students… and why is that important anyways?