How to Teach Difficult Scriptures: Elisha and the She-Bears
How in the world do we make sense of Elisha and the she-bears, who mauled 42 youths?
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?
Friday Review (4/3/26)
This week’s best articles for youth workers on biblical and theological studies, youth and pastoral ministry, partnering with parents, and cultural engagement.
Teaching Difficult Passages: Ezekiel 47:1-12
Ezekiel 47 is a confusing passage to understand and teach. Here’s a good example of the kind of study that goes into teaching difficult passages 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.
Friday Review (3/27/26)
This week’s best articles for youth workers on biblical and theological studies, youth and pastoral ministry, partnering with parents, and cultural engagement.
After the Missions Trip: How to Debrief Well
Although there isn’t a “one size fits all” approach, here are a few principles I’ve learned that has helped me debrief with missions trip teams.
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.
Friday Review (3/20/26)
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 Lead a Youth Missions Trip
Here are some principles to help you lead effective and fruitful short-term missions trips for students.