Tag: youth group

Discipleship, Leadership

HOW MENTORSHIP HAS BEEN FOUNDATIONAL TO MY FAITH AND LIFE

I had a mentor before they were called mentors. It was back in the 90’s, when I was in high school. His name was Tim and

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Books, Ministry

A Continued Petition To Surrender Sin – Small Group Study

As promised, here’s Francis Chan’s second session of Surrender SIN. Keep your eye out in the next couple of weeks as we finish our Surrender series with Surrender SELF.

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Books, Ministry

How Does Sin Work? A Small Group Discussion

Unfortunately, each of us carries a sin nature that we were born with, so we will all carry a certain amount of debris on us. Throughout our lives, we do have choices as to how much debris we pick up from the places we go and the people we associate with.

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Books, Ministry

The Benefits of Seeking Dependence Instead of Independence – Small Group Study

No matter how hard life gets, something inside of us convinces us that we shouldn’t ask for help. We try to walk through deep valleys of trial and pain, relying solely on our own strength. In reality, it’s just not possible.

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Books, Ministry

Embracing the Challenge To Surrender Status – Small Group Study

Last week we introduced the concept of Surrendering our Status. Francis Chan encouraged us to give up our constant desire for popularity in the world’s eyes, in order to truly follow Christ. Today, we’re going to dive deeper into that concept.

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Books, Ministry

Answering the Question, “Who Am I?” – Small Group Study

Over the past couple of weeks in our Surrender series, we’ve looked at what it would mean to “Surrender Stuff”. Specifically, we’ve explored the tough truth that many of us are “Possessed” by our possessions. This week, Francis Chan is going to move us into the theme of “Surrender Status”.

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Ministry, Music

How to Stay On Top of Christian Media Resources?

As far as the Christian scene, there’s one resource (or resource distributor) that really assists in my ability to stay ahead of the game on what’s up and coming. Interlinc is a media resource company that promotes and distributes Christian media to youth pastors, youth workers, parents, or whoever wants to be up on what’s up.

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Books, Discipleship, Ministry

How To Unite Your Student Ministry and Develop Their Commitment to Christ

Youth pastors are always contemplating, “How can I foster a committed, unified youth group?” Many church attenders would judge a youth group’s success based on numbers, perhaps, base it on a unique and exciting program schedule.

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