Ep.138: Is Youth Ministry in the Bible?
How can we integrate youth into the church, and why do we need more youth pastors to stay in youth ministry (even if they “can” do other things)?
Friday Review (4/17/26)
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: 1 John 5:16-17 and the “Sin that leads to death”
Does 1 John 5 teach that we can out-sin God’s grace? This article summarizes the different interpretations and presents a case for interpreting this as a warning against giving students false-assurance of their salvation.
137: Integrating Youth into the Church & Why Stay in Youth Ministry
We’ve all heard people say “Youth Ministry isn’t even in the Bible” as if it’s blatantly obvious. But is it?! This conversation highlights what the Bible says about youth ministry, along with three core convictions necessary to have a biblical youth ministry.
Friday Review (4/10/26)
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 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.