60 Second Hint/Help: Creating Better Lesson Outlines. A strong lesson outline doesn’t just organize your thoughts—it clears a path for truth to land deep. Here’s how to build one that works: 1. Start With the “One Thing.” What’s the main takeaway? If students remember just one sentence, what should it be? 2. Build With Purpose. […]
Starting fresh as a pastor in a new church can feel like stepping onto unfamiliar ground while holding blueprints for a house that’s not yet built. In moments like these, I have continue to use two metaphors over the last few years: ARCHAEOLOGIST and ARCHITECT. An archaeologist carefully studies what already exists—uncovering stories, traditions, and values […]
Don’t Just Stay Down: Boxing and Ministry Resilience.
Here is a quick in-the-trenches, real-life hint/help as you head into your summer camp or your mission trips It depends on the group and even the leaders I have had over the years. Pranking can quickly get out of hand, especially at camps and retreats! I have heard various theories and debates over whether to […]
60 Second: Boosting Bible Engagement
In the era of summer mission trips to exotic places and high energy, huge conferences at the beach, is there still a place for summer camp? Has the whole summer camp thing seen its day? Here are 10 Quick Thoughts, on Why Middle School Camp is STILL Important! 10. Freedom to Worship, Sing and Celebrate!- Nowhere else […]
Book Review & Reflection on Dave Coryell’s Kingdom-Minded Challenge. Less Like Hippos, More Like Honeybees There are some books that inspire you, and others that shift the way you think entirely. Dave Coryell’s Less Like Hippos… More Like Honeybees does both. Don’t let the playful title fool you—this short book packs a powerful message that […]
Here are 5 Keys That I am Finding to Unlocking Potential & Motivating Gen Z Youth Pastors and Even Volunteer Leaders…
Super Silly Sports Book is an all-in-one collection of ten super fun and super silly sports-based youth group games. This collection of games is perfect for weekly meetings or to play a collection of games as an all-inclusive game event. Super Sillyg Sports Book is great for middle school and high school students. A […]
If you’re a youth pastor, ministry leader, or volunteer trying to keep up with everything from lesson planning to social media, you know the pressure is real. The good news? You don’t have to do it all alone—and no, we’re not talking about recruiting more volunteers (though that’s always nice). We’re talking about AI. Artificial […]
