I remember the first time that I read The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn as a child. I, of course, fell in love with the adventure, while missing much of the scathing social rebuke that was featured in the character development. It was not until much later that this story was revealed in to me in a … [Read More...]
3 Things to Remember to “Work as Unto the Lord”
My first job was pretty typical: I mowed grass all summer for a guy in my town with a lawn care business. It wasn’t a great decision for a kid who suffered from allergies, but it … [Read More...]
3 Essentials for Connecting with Young Adults
He was your server at your favorite restaurant after church on Sunday. She was sitting next to you on your bus commute this morning. They get together as a group at your local … [Read More...]
4 Ways to Love Yourself Well
Our culture talks a lot about self-care, but a lot of what self-care talks about isn’t biblically-centered. As Christ-followers, we are called to a high standard. Our lives (and the way we view ourselves) should reflect Him, but we often get in our own way. When we understand the depths of what … [Read More...]
The Beauty of Active Listening
Ernest Hemingway is one of my favorite authors, and I read a quote from him once that really got me thinking. He said: “When people talk, listen completely. Most people never listen.” I couldn’t help but think of this. Every one of us can probably remember a conversation with someone else where you … [Read More...]
Say Hello to CollegeMinistry.com
For those of us in young adult ministry, we are always looking for new ideas, the latest resource, and a community of practitioners who understand why we do what we do. If that sounds like you, be sure to check out a new website that was created for college ministry leaders by Baptist Collegiate … [Read More...]
Why It’s Time to Overcome the Fear of Commitment
More options exist for you today regarding education, career, relationships, and experiences than for any prior generation. You possess a burning desire to make your life significantly count, and you don’t want to get it wrong. You might be hesitant to commit to life’s decisions due to distrusting … [Read More...]
Campus Community and God’s Desire for Us
“We want you!” This was the message that pulsed throughout the room at summer orientation this past week. The clock struck 9:00 pm, and the auditorium filled with energetic, incoming first-year students. It was loud, chaotic, and exciting. Freshmen stood at our table filling out info cards as … [Read More...]
There Isn’t Time to Not Be Still
When was the last time you were still? I’m not talking just a little bit still where you were multi-tasking in your mind while you were attempting to be still. I’m talking about the type of still where your mind is completely at rest and you are able to fully hear the truth of what the Lord wants to … [Read More...]