Agreeing On The Word Success
The Disciple Project | Youth Ministry Blog
by Paul Turner
2w ago
Success is a word that is truly open to interpretation. There is maybe no greater discrepancy of this word than between a pastor (or committee) and their youth pastor. Let me show you what the differences might look like Their version of success means: You reach a lot of kids Your version: I reached one kid. THAT… Read More ..read more
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What If Your Youth Ministry Didn’t Exist?
The Disciple Project | Youth Ministry Blog
by Paul Turner
2w ago
If the past is hanging over your head and giving you the blahs, consider this question, “What If Your Youth Ministry Didn’t Exist?” Who would not have been ministered to? Who would not have been reached? Who would not have been prayed for? Who wouldn’t have found Christ? Who wound’t have found their “place”? Think… Read More ..read more
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Empowering Yourself: A Youth Pastor’s Guide to 24 Must-Have Traits in 2024
The Disciple Project | Youth Ministry Blog
by projectadmin
2w ago
January 1 is day many people make commitments. Somewhere around February 14 these commitments have softened if not disappeared altogether. There are commitments though, especially for Christians, that should never soften or disappear, and I’m pretty sure you know what those are. What you may not know are the qualities students are looking for in… Read More ..read more
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Got Final Four Fever? Use It to Fuel Your Youth Group Messages
The Disciple Project | Youth Ministry Blog
by projectadmin
3w ago
If you, or your youth group, have a fever for March Madness, why not use it to fuel your youth group messages. Here are 10 message seeds for your final four messages. The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse (Revelation 6): Explore the symbolism of the four horsemen, discussing themes of judgment, conflict, and spiritual warfare.… Read More ..read more
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9 Fun March Madness Bracket Competitions for Youth Groups
The Disciple Project | Youth Ministry Blog
by projectadmin
3w ago
It is almost March and the madness of college basketball is soon to begin, are you ready? I want to help you leverage this month to help you grow your ministry. The center of march Madness are the bracket sheets. Offices, work place, churches, etc. print blank bracket sheets and choose the teams they think… Read More ..read more
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What Protestant Churches Can Learn About Equipping Student Leaders From A Catholic Monk
The Disciple Project | Youth Ministry Blog
by Paul Turner
1M ago
I was in the kitchen working on my podcast when I head the t.v talk about students and leadership. Like a magnet, it drew my ears and my eyes to the t.v. where 60 minutes was talking about a boys prep school in Newark , N.J., St. Benedicts Growing up Catholic and watching old James Cagney… Read More ..read more
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12 Questions New Youth Pastors Should Ask If They Want To Build A Successful Youth Ministry
The Disciple Project | Youth Ministry Blog
by projectadmin
1M ago
Understanding the Community Who are the youth in our community?  What are their demographics, interests, challenges, and spiritual backgrounds? How can we best connect with them where they are at? Where are the hot spots in your town? Take a ride around on a Friday or Saturday night and see where students gather and then come up with a… Read More ..read more
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Kasey Musgraves is All Grown Up And Seeking Deeper Wells
The Disciple Project | Youth Ministry Blog
by projectadmin
1M ago
Kasey Musgraves is a country music star not a Christian musician, In fact, she caught a lot of heat because of her 2014 song Straight Arrow which stuck a finger in the eye of Christian values. You may say, “Why then, Paul, would you want youth to listen to Deeper Wells if Kasey is not… Read More ..read more
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Christian Rapper Manafest’s EP: No Stranger To The Pain Review
The Disciple Project | Youth Ministry Blog
by projectadmin
1M ago
I’ve been a fan of Manafest’s work back to Glory. Manafest has evolved over the years and TFK’s Trevor McNevon has been a big part of the that evolution. Manafest’s latest offering, “No Stranger to the Pain,” delivers a powerful blend of hip-hop beats, introspective lyrics, and unwavering faith. The EP delves into personal struggles,… Read More ..read more
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When You Don’t Know What To Preach
The Disciple Project | Youth Ministry Blog
by Paul Turner
1M ago
I love to preach. I mean, full out bring it, but some weeks I have no idea what to talk about. It might be that I am in between series or am I am struggling for ideas. If we were all honest, we’ve all felt this and have uttered these words, “I have no clue.”… Read More ..read more
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