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Why You Shouldn’t Skip Habakkuk in Youth Ministry
Bible Study John Wiley 7/23/25 Bible Study John Wiley 7/23/25

Why You Shouldn’t Skip Habakkuk in Youth Ministry

Habakkuk isn’t just a great book for adults in anguish, but is also helpful for students who are struggling. Here’s why you shouldn’t skip it in your ministry to youth.

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Introducing the YPT Curriculum!
Curriculum Mike McGarry 7/21/25 Curriculum Mike McGarry 7/21/25

Introducing the YPT Curriculum!

Learn more about the Youth Pastor Theologian Curriculum. Built on a legacy of discipleship, we’re launching with a series that leads youth through the Apostles’ Creed. Learn more here.

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Evaluating Traditions in Youth Ministry
Leadership Chandler Warren 7/16/25 Leadership Chandler Warren 7/16/25

Evaluating Traditions in Youth Ministry

Instead of getting bogged down by traditions, what if you could embrace them, improve them, and even start new ones. But how?

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7 Lessons from a Former Youth Pastor
Youth Ministry Yuta Seki 7/9/25 Youth Ministry Yuta Seki 7/9/25

7 Lessons from a Former Youth Pastor

Here are seven lessons that I learned from my seven years as a youth pastor that can encourage those who are engaged in discipling the next generation for Christ.

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Correcting Mission Drift
Leadership Mike McGarry 7/2/25 Leadership Mike McGarry 7/2/25

Correcting Mission Drift

Most people don’t get lost on purpose. Same with ministries. So, how do we discern if we’ve experienced mission drift, and how do we get back on track?

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ep.109: Cell Phones in Youth Group & Partnering with other Youth Groups
Mike McGarry 7/1/25 Mike McGarry 7/1/25

ep.109: Cell Phones in Youth Group & Partnering with other Youth Groups

In the final episode of this season, Mike and John discuss cell phones in youth group and the benefits/challenges of partnering with other youth workers in your area.

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Friday Review (6/27/25)
Friday Review Friday Review 6/27/25 Friday Review Friday Review 6/27/25

Friday Review (6/27/25)

This week’s best articles for youth workers on biblical and theological studies, youth and pastoral ministry, partnering with parents, and cultural engagement.

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Crafting a Strategic Plan in Youth Ministry
Leadership Nick Hartman 6/25/25 Leadership Nick Hartman 6/25/25

Crafting a Strategic Plan in Youth Ministry

Is your teaching disconnected from the rest of your ministry? Here are a few ways to pursue a more integrated ministry strategy.

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ep.108: The Image of God and Youth Ministry, a preview of Mike's new book
Podcast Mike McGarry 6/24/25 Podcast Mike McGarry 6/24/25

ep.108: The Image of God and Youth Ministry, a preview of Mike's new book

This episode stresses the importance of the doctrine of the image of God, and is a preview of Mike’s forthcoming book, Iconic: Being God’s Image in Your World.

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Friday Review (6/20/25)
Friday Review Friday Review 6/20/25 Friday Review Friday Review 6/20/25

Friday Review (6/20/25)

This week’s best articles for youth workers on biblical and theological studies, youth and pastoral ministry, partnering with parents, and cultural engagement.

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