Review/Reflection: “Less Like Hippos, More Like Honeybees”

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 […]

Gen Z to Alpha Sermon Prep

Z to Alpha: Sermon Prep for Tomorrow

🧠 Think Formation Over Information Shift from “what do I want to say?” to “what kind of person is this forming them into?” (moving from “me” to “we”)  Gen Z and Alpha are saturated with content. They don’t need more info—they need meaning, purpose, belonging, and identity. Prep with a formational lens: How will this […]

Systematic Processes Lead to Spiritual Pathways

Helping Students Grow: Why Systems Matter in Spiritual Pathways Have you ever watched a student come alive in their faith, only to see them struggle to figure out what’s next? Maybe they had a powerful experience on a retreat, felt a nudge from God, or got excited about serving, but then… nothing—no clear next step. […]

Systematic Processes Lead to Spiritual Pathways

Helping Students Grow: Why Systems Matter in Spiritual Pathways Have you ever watched a student come alive in their faith, only to see them struggle to figure out what’s next? Maybe they had a powerful experience on a retreat, felt a nudge from God, or got excited about serving, but then… nothing—no clear next step. […]

Leadership Pathway for Students

Leadership Pathway for Students should be intentional, relational, and developmental—guiding students and volunteers from passive participation to active leadership. Leadership development in youth ministry isn’t about handing out titles or filling volunteer slots. It’s about equipping students and adults with the tools, character, and vision to lead well. A clear leadership pathway ensures that those who […]

Level Up One Night

“Level Up!” Youth Group ‘One Night’

One Nights are all-inclusive, “done-for-you” resources for one complete night of youth ministry, with everything you need to have maximum impact with minimal preparation for your youth group gatherings. WHO IS ONE NIGHT FOR? For ministry with middle school or high school students. One Night is designed to be easily used by everyone—from new volunteers […]