I want to share with you my favorite book of games and mixers for student ministry. But before I tell you, let me first qualify my recommendation. A Lot of Games I've worked in student ministries for 14 years and have seen my fair share of games and mixers. I've scoured game websites. I've purchased several books of game ideas. I've downloaded mixer apps for my iPhone. … [Read more...] about Best Youth Ministry Games
John Stott on Science and Theology
In his book The Birds Our Teachers, John Stott writes: "As a matter of fact, Scripture bids us...include in our interest everything God has made: 'Great are the works of the Lord, studied by all who delight in them' (Psalm 111:2 NRSV). Since 'the works of the Lord' refer to his works of both creation and redemption, it seems to me that nature study and Bible study should go … [Read more...] about John Stott on Science and Theology
Book Review – John Newton
JOHN NEWTON(Bitesize Biographies)By John Crotts I thoroughly enjoyed this slim volume. John Crotts does a fine job. He crisply captures the life and times of John Newton. As part of the "Bitesize Biographies" series, John Newton does not attempt to be an exhaustive or academic treatment of its subject, but I found this refreshing for several reasons. Summary over … [Read more...] about Book Review – John Newton
Preaching Lessons from the Gospel Coalition Conference 2013
I had the privilege of attending the 2013 Gospel Coalition Conference. The list of expositors was overwhelming. Each preacher came with a long and decorated resume, and each preacher was unique in his style and delivery. But despite the differences, I noticed some common threads running through every sermon. These threads were simple but substantial, and I am quite confident … [Read more...] about Preaching Lessons from the Gospel Coalition Conference 2013
John Piper's First Post as a Retired Pastor
John Piper writes as a retired pastor now. His first update encouraged and inspired me to persevere in my own journey. I hope his words will likewise impact your ministry. One excerpt reads: "Therefore, as I woke up on this Monday morning for the first time in 33 years without the official mantle of pastor, the only tears that came were tears of thankfulness. And under … [Read more...] about John Piper's First Post as a Retired Pastor