How to Teach the Parable of the Prodigal Son, Theologically
The Parable of the Prodigal Son is a beloved story in Scripture, but are we teaching it as a moralism (don’t be like the older brother) or as a message about the Father’s grace?
ep.119: Teaching a Christmas/Advent Series & How Many Retreats Are Too Many
In this episode, Mike and John discuss how they handled Advent/Christmas in their teaching calendars, and then answer a question about how many camps/retreats is too many.
Friday Review (11/14/25)
This week’s best articles for youth workers on biblical and theological studies, youth and pastoral ministry, partnering with parents, and cultural engagement.
How to Teach Ruth, Theologically
Here are four major theological themes of Ruth, centered on God’s promise of hope. These themes will help you teach Ruth as more than a love story, but about our sovereign God.
ep.118: How Mike Prepares a Sermon
Mike is all alone in this episode… so he brings you behind the scenes by sharing his sermon preparation process for a recent message on Romans 8.
Friday Review (11/7/25)
This week’s best articles for youth workers on biblical and theological studies, youth and pastoral ministry, partnering with parents, and cultural engagement.
Iconic Imitation: The Attributes and the Fruit of the Spirit
When we become more like Jesus, we are growing the “fruit of the Spirit.” These are nothing short of what it means to bear God’s image well.
ep.117: Gospel-Shaped Sanctification & Student Leadership
How can we encourage youth to grow in Christ while avoiding the pitfalls of both legalism and antinomianism. Also, should we allow teenagers to teach at youth group?
Friday Review (10/31/25)
This week’s best articles for youth workers on biblical and theological studies, youth and pastoral ministry, partnering with parents, and cultural engagement.
Is Youth Ministry in the Bible?
You’ve probably heard people say “Youth Ministry isn’t in the Bible”, but is that true?