Is Your Ministry Friendly – or Do People Actually Have Friends?
Most churches would describe themselves as friendly. We greet people at the door. We smile. We have volunteers ready to
October 29, 2026
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Don’t Get So Busy Doing Ministry That You Miss People
There is always something else to do in ministry. A lesson needs to be written. An email needs to be
October 15, 2026
Exposing a Culture of Biblical Literacy
There is a growing problem within American evangelical churches. Our churches are becoming increasingly biblically illiterate. Bible literacy refers to
August 27, 2026
Super Summer Alabama brings record 412 students to UM campus
“We don’t need to be afraid about sharing our faith,” said 13-year-old Paisley Welch of First Baptist Church Hazel Green,
July 29, 2026
Calling Out Students 2026
As teenagers back in the 1990s, we had a lot of crazy phrases we uttered on a regular basis. Like,
June 4, 2026
Networking in Youth Ministry
Several years ago, I had the opportunity to serve under a seasoned pastor. During one of our Monday meetings, he
April 23, 2026
Why and how to give an invitation?
I have been preaching the Gospel for more than 38 years, and one thing that hasn’t changed is a call
March 13, 2026
Shepherding Students Toward Christ-Centered Relationships
It’s February, which means “love” is back on the mind for many of our students. Valentine’s Day comes with all
February 24, 2026
Mentorship
Think back to the first person who really believed in you. Maybe it was a pastor who invited you into
January 16, 2026
Finding Jesus in the Holiday Rush
During the Christmas season, it seems like our calendars get busier than ever. Many of us go, go, go until
December 12, 2025
Engaging Parents in Student Ministry
One of the most vital, and usually overlooked, aspects of student ministry is engaging and connecting with parents. While we,
October 8, 2025
Leading Well by Managing Yourself
Healthy ministry flows from healthy leaders. Living this out requires that one recognize the importance of self-management and self-care in
September 12, 2025