This article has been designed with two audiences in mind: (1) a teacher of youth students; and (2) parents of youth desiring to learn more about how youth learn. Reader, you have been given a mighty and high calling in helping to pass the Gospel message to the next generation. There is a youth in… Continue reading Reaching Youth in the Local Church
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Five Strengths of Adult Learners in the Local Church
Most adults have spent 12-16 years of their lives in a learning environment through school and no longer desire to be exposed to an atmosphere that will force them to learn something that does not catch their interest. If an adult desires to put effort into learning, there are five specific strengths that will assist… Continue reading Five Strengths of Adult Learners in the Local Church
The Adult Learner in the Local Church
In a previous article, I made the statement, “if you are not learning, then I am not teaching.” How then as a teacher can you begin to learn about your students so that you can make sure they are learning?
How do you learn? A theological look at a church’s teaching time
Do you have a system for how you study? Do you love to listen to really loud music? Or would you prefer having complete silence? Do you find yourself more engaged in the learning process when the lesson is more hands on, or would you rather passively listen to someone explain how something works? Each… Continue reading How do you learn? A theological look at a church’s teaching time
To Refuge or not to Refuge? Is That the Question?
The recent Paris attacks have thrust into the international spotlight a number of issues that have been boiling under the surface for American evangelicals who long to see a gospel witness extended to the nations and at home. With at least one of the bombers having ties to the recent flood of refugees out of… Continue reading To Refuge or not to Refuge? Is That the Question?
CSU, the Local Church and Disciple Making
This morning, Dr. Bryant and I discussed the gospel and disciple making in his life as Dean of the CSU School of Christian Studies and how it affects his work at the School, his students, local churches and local pastors. You can listen to this brief talk here.
Family and Student Ministry in the Local Church
Traditionally, churches and youth leaders focus on creating and managing events and activities exclusively for teenagers. They develop an experience with each other isolated from the rest of the church and their own families. Indeed, many of us who walk with the Lord today have fond memories of youth group trips and regular weekly meetings,… Continue reading Family and Student Ministry in the Local Church