Politics in America is currently broken. It seems like no one can express an opinion or debate a policy without losing friends or family. And, although we cannot change overnight a political culture that took decades to fester, I do believe the answer in large part is found in the Bible. Peter … [Read More...]
Friday Links
Here are some articles, blogs, and podcasts from this past week that you may find helpful as you work with young adults in your church and community. “Suicide, Depression and … [Read More...]
7 Things We Wish We Knew at 22
Sometimes things are just too good to pass up. This podcast is one of them! "7 Things We Wish We Knew at 22," hosted by Mary Margaret West, Elizabeth Hyndman, and Mickey Pitts, is … [Read More...]
What’s Keeping You Sane?
For those of us who live by the semester schedule of a college campus, it is officially mid-term. The middle of the semester means students are juggling all their regular responsibilities with mid-term exams, and—more often than not—struggling to get it all done. But, they aren’t the only ones … [Read More...]
Friday Links
Here are some articles, blogs, and podcasts from this past week that you may find helpful as you work with young adults in your church and community. “To Follow Jesus Is to Be Sent” by J.D. Greear Jesus is referred to as “sent” forty-four times in the New Testament. And after his resurrection, … [Read More...]
5 Reasons Why You’ll Enjoy Relationships with Older Christians
For the vast majority of my life, I’ve been blessed to be part of congregations that have been multi-generational in nature. When I was a kid, for example, I remember distinctly worshiping alongside and being taught in Sunday School by all different ages of people. Admittedly, there have been … [Read More...]
10 Trends in College and Young Adult Ministry (Part 1)
As I visit with people around the country leading ministries for young adults, I’m consistently amazed by their passion and sacrifice to reach this important group with the gospel. They are always pouring out their lives, thinking up the best new practices, and sacrificing emotional, physical, and … [Read More...]
Friday Links
Here are some articles, blogs, and podcasts from this past week that you may find helpful as you work with young adults in your church and community. “How Art Can Reveal Truth” by Collin Huber In this feature for The Gospel Coalition, Collin Huber explains how art allows us to engage … [Read More...]
Overcoming Challenges in Young Adult Ministry
Whether you’re in your first few weeks of ministry, or you’re a long-time ministry veteran, there are some inherent issues that young adult ministry leaders face. I want to share with you some of the challenges you can expect to face in young adult ministry and, more importantly, give you some … [Read More...]