Games & Icebreakers Games to play in your youth ministry. Please use discretion, common sense, and all safety precautions as you decide what activities, programs, events and discussions you are going to do. You must understand the possibility of unforeseen hazards and know the inherent possibility of risk.
They Learn Best by Doing (Oct 2, 2008 at 9:41 PM) - Standing before a class and teaching is great but allowing them to apply what has been taught is huge.
Do Not Try To Be A Super Person (Sep 23, 2008 at 8:09 PM) - If you want to stay in youth ministry for the long haul and maintain a portion of your sanity, you will really want to involve volunteers from your church family.
Trunk or Treat (Sep 18, 2008 at 8:02 PM) - This is a great event for your youth ministry to help the children of your community.
Handling Conflict (Sep 16, 2008 at 8:11 PM) - To help students understand that conflict will hinder spiritual growth.
9/11 and the Sovereighnty of God (Sep 11, 2008 at 8:10 PM) - September 11, 2001 was, for me, memorable. It marked the first morning of a very special trip with my wife to the quaint town of Chatham on Cape Cod.
Imitate Jesus (Aug 26, 2008 at 8:25 PM) - There is but one way to be successful in youth ministry for a long time
and that is to strive everyday to live a Christ-like lifestyle.
Adopt-A-Grandparent (Aug 21, 2008 at 7:49 PM) - One of the neatest things we did over this past summer was to play board games and serve refreshments at two local assisted living homes.
No Nonsense Approach to Spiritual Growth (Aug 19, 2008 at 8:39 PM) - We all have the desire to grow spiritually. I’d like to share a few things that might encourage you in your endeavor.
Starting Your Year off Right (Aug 7, 2008 at 8:07 PM) - Each student will report each week how they are doing with their commitments.
Follow Him (Aug 5, 2008 at 8:26 PM) - Help students understand the importance of not being selfish or conceited.
Eye Sore (Aug 1, 2008 at 12:21 PM) - How bad does your eye hurt?
Youth Ministry Tip of the Week (Jul 30, 2008 at 5:29 AM) - We're heading toward the end of the summer. Have you thanked your volunteers? Here are ten ways to let them know you recognize all the hard work they do!1. Take one or two volunteers to...
Bad vs. Good Attitude (Jul 29, 2008 at 8:10 PM) - It has been said many times in youth ministry that your attitude determines your altitude.
Role Playing As A Teaching Method (Jul 25, 2008 at 5:12 AM) - The goal of role playing is to use creative means to bring a lesson to life.
Brighter Days (Jul 17, 2008 at 8:01 PM) - Simple ideas are often the most productive.
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Developing Positive Teens
By Paul Evans and Al Millergren, Ph.D.
1. Display Your Own Positive Side. The first step in helping your teen to become more positive is to take a self-evaluation.
Keys for Overcoming Failure (Jul 15, 2008 at 8:36 PM) - I really hate to fail at anything but over the years I have realized that many failures lead to success.
Stay Spiritually Healthy (Jul 10, 2008 at 8:13 PM) - One of the hardest things to do as a youth minister is to stay spiritually strong while you are training your teens to do the same.
Trust in God (Jul 8, 2008 at 8:10 PM) - Help students understand the power of trust in God and how they can apply it.
Freedom to Worship (Jul 4, 2008 at 3:52 PM) - As you mark this day of freedom, let me encourage you to celebrate the freedom we have to worship God how we want, when we want, where we want.
Let Your Little Light Shine (Jun 27, 2008 at 6:06 AM) - Let Your Little Light Shine
Purpose:
To teach teens how important it is for them to let others see Jesus living in them. To teach them how important it is for them to tell others about God and His Son.
Passage:
You are the light of the world.
Disapointments Offer Opportunities (Jun 24, 2008 at 8:09 PM) - Most Christians we read about in scripture went through terrible trials, why shouldn't we?
Get a Handle on Stress (Jun 19, 2008 at 8:23 PM) - Youth ministry is a very stressful ministry so it would be wise to get a
handle on your ministry stressors as soon as possible.
Milk Shakes Galore (Jun 12, 2008 at 8:13 PM) - Great ideas to help bring your group closer together.
Hey Teens Just Think About It!!! (Jun 11, 2008 at 6:03 AM) - From the standpoint of material wealth, Americans have difficulty realizing how rich we really are.
Youth Ministry - In Times of Crisis (Jun 11, 2008 at 5:32 AM) - First, ask God for His guidance. No crisis surprises Him with its complexities. No crisis is so great that God can't overcome it. Ask the Lord to reveal the correct direction, and the best solution for the dilemma.
Teaching Soul-Winning (Jun 5, 2008 at 8:02 PM) - Teaching soul-winning is taking it to another level.
Youth Ministry Tip of the Week (Jun 4, 2008 at 5:37 AM) - Teen Life Ministries.
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02 :: Summer Shorcut
02 :: Zone Updates
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Summer H.E.A.T.
It's funny how summer "break" catapults youth ministry activity.
From the time the last school bell of the year rings, until it
begins again we have a massive opportunity.
Here's how to beat the Summer HEAT...
H - Heart.
Active Waiting (Jun 3, 2008 at 8:09 PM) - One discipline of the spiritual life to which many of us find it most difficult to submit is that of waiting.
1 Timothy Lesson 8 (Jun 3, 2008 at 5:32 AM) - Do you have what it takes to be rich? Zone members click here to download this week's bible lesson with outline, powerpoint, handout and discussion guide.
3 Ice Breakers (May 29, 2008 at 7:48 PM) -
Around the World
The leader begins by saying the name of any country, city, river, ocean or mountain that can be found in an atlas. The young person next to him must then say another name that begins with the last letter of the word just given.
Youth Ministry Tip of the Week (May 28, 2008 at 6:29 AM) - Youth ministry tip of the week. Simple guidelines for discipleship.
1 Timothy Lesson 7 (May 28, 2008 at 6:04 AM) - Do you have what it takes to be poor? Zone members click here to download this week's bible lesson with outline, powerpoint, handout and discussion guide.
Think About It! (May 28, 2008 at 5:38 AM) - Summer is here, what kind of attitude will have in your youth group?
Maintain a Spirit of Cooperation (May 22, 2008 at 7:57 PM) - There is nothing like the spirit of cooperation to prove to your fellow staff members, church leaders, and church family that you are for the team and not for your individual ministry.
Lesson 6 from 1 Timothy (May 19, 2008 at 4:08 AM) - Do you have what it takes to be a slave? Zone members click here to download this week's bible lesson with outline, powerpoint, handout and discussion guide.
Youth Ministry Tip (May 17, 2008 at 11:56 AM) - Is the church afraid of how the youth will make a negative impression on guests with their prayers or speaking style in public?
Emotions (May 14, 2008 at 4:35 AM) - Psychologists have identified as many as 360 different emotions. Everyone experiences a myriad of emotions every day. Some days may feel more emotionally balanced than others. We’ve all had those days where...
No Money Allowed (May 13, 2008 at 7:54 PM) - This is an outreach activity that most teens will not want to be involved in. However, please encourage them to part and help them understand that it is not always about them.
I Timothy Lesson 5 (May 13, 2008 at 4:40 AM) - Zone members you can download this week's lesson from I Timothy. Click Here.
The Ultimate Act (May 12, 2008 at 5:18 AM) - The selfless actions of Holtman and Wallace picture what Jesus Christ wants to do for each of US: He wants to carry us all the way home to heaven!
The Ladder of Faith (May 8, 2008 at 8:29 PM) - Give your students an example of and explain the real meaning of faith.
Tip of the Week (May 7, 2008 at 6:32 AM) - Teen Life Ministries
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[Note :: This week is participatory!
Praise and Thanksgiving (May 7, 2008 at 5:31 AM) - Please post comments of praise and thanksgiving below. Just post once. We will manually approve each one. (This protects the site from "spam bots" from posting unsavory material!)
A Joyful Noise (May 6, 2008 at 8:18 PM) - The ability to express ourselves through song, through art, even directly through prayer, is a special blessing, one that I take for granted far too often.
Friends Matter (May 2, 2008 at 5:35 AM) -
Cut, paste and send to your teens.
Friends Matter
One day, when I was a freshman in high school,
I saw a kid from my class was walking home from school.
His name was Kyle.
It looked like he was carrying all of his books.
I thought to myself, "Why would anyone bring home all his books on a Friday?
Tip of the Week (Apr 30, 2008 at 5:39 AM) - Teen Life Ministries
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Luke 12: 42 Who then is the faithful and wise manager, whom the
master puts in charge of his servants to give them their food
allowance at the proper time?
Work Hard On Patience (Apr 30, 2008 at 5:01 AM) - It seems like the older I get the more patient I become and, in my situation I can understand why. My children are now grown and married. I no longer have to leave my wife at home with two small children to go on a weeklong mission trip or, as on two occasions three week long mission trips. I no longer have the pressure of being under the same roof as my teens, so I am not responsible for what time they come in at night or who they have
Daily Bible Readings (Apr 24, 2008 at 8:05 PM) - Jesus Is Your Savior-Jesus Is Your Lord-Jesus Is Your Love
Will Life Get Any Easier? (Apr 22, 2008 at 8:22 PM) - I suppose that I should stop thinking that the Christian life is supposed to get easier the older I get.
How is God Working in Your Life and Ministry? (Apr 17, 2008 at 8:23 PM) - Do you feel as though God is working in your life and your ministry? Do you feel as though God is working in the lives of your teens? God is so awesome, turn Him loose and let Him work.
The Name of God (Apr 10, 2008 at 8:15 PM) - So, what is in a name, exactly? Think of a graveyard. One similarity comes to mind in most of them: Tombstones, containing names.
Paint Up, Fix Up (Apr 8, 2008 at 7:59 PM) - Can you think of a better way to show love for someone than to serve them while they are in need?
The Gift of Grace (Apr 3, 2008 at 8:01 PM) - Grace is an unmerited favor from God. That is, grace is God doing good for us that we do not deserve.
Youth Ministry Tip of the Week (Apr 2, 2008 at 5:12 AM) - One of our friends brought a special gift from the holy land. 5 stones form the same stream where David got his stones. The gift made me immediately turn to 1 Samuel 17 to the account of David and Goliath...
Common Criminals (Apr 1, 2008 at 8:11 PM) - Many signs, wonders and miracles were taking place and the high priests were furious. The apostles were dangerous men in their eyes because they were reaching thousands about Jesus.
Daily Bible Readings (Mar 27, 2008 at 8:38 PM) - Daily Bible Reading Strengthens the Mind Spiritually and Helps Establish a Life-long Habit.
Outreach Ideas (Mar 25, 2008 at 8:13 PM) - A service project where students serve their parents.
Recharge Your Youth Ministry Battery (Mar 21, 2008 at 5:55 AM) - Have you ever walked out to your vehicle after a good night of sleep ready to face the world? You get in the car, put in the key, and nothing happens.
Youth Ministry Tips of the Week (Mar 20, 2008 at 6:26 AM) - Teen Life Ministries
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Easter is the great reminder of how much we are loved by God.
There are NO misfits in the kingdom.
In The Meantime (Mar 18, 2008 at 8:11 PM) - One of my pet peeves is standing behind someone in line at the grocery store (or Target or some other store) who is unprepared to pay when they make it to the register.
Success in Christ (Mar 13, 2008 at 8:02 PM) - Help students understand that their success comes from their faith in God and His Son and not from gaining material things.
Exalted-The Word of God (Mar 12, 2008 at 6:36 AM) - Do you have friends with nick names? Have you used their nick names so often that sometimes you do not remember that their real name?
Tip of the Week (Mar 12, 2008 at 6:23 AM) - Teen Life Ministries
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Have you heard people say, "It doesn't matter what you believe"?
You know what?
They are right!
It doesn't matter, because Philippians 2:10-11 says...
...at the name of Jesus every knee should bow,
in heaven and on earth and under the earth,
and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord,
Tip of the Week (Mar 5, 2008 at 6:32 AM) - Teen Life Ministries
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The decree didn't stop Daniel.
Now when Daniel learned that the decree had been published, he went
home to his upstairs room where the windows opened toward
Jerusalem.
You Are Not a Healer (Mar 4, 2008 at 9:13 PM) - Jesus was a great teacher, the best. He was not ordinary by any stretch.
One Month Tutor Blast (Feb 28, 2008 at 9:02 PM) - School will soon be out and summer activities will begin. There are those who might not be able to go on trips, play baseball or take part in church related activities because of grades. It would be awesome if we could help those who are struggling.
God's Search Engine (Feb 27, 2008 at 7:20 AM) - Teen Life Ministries
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Google is the world's #1 search engine.
Here's the premise.
Daily Bible Readings (Feb 26, 2008 at 8:47 PM) - Daily Bible readings for March.
God and Pain (Feb 21, 2008 at 9:10 PM) - God allows us to experience pain to protect us!
Tip of the Week (Feb 20, 2008 at 7:42 AM) - Teen Life Ministries
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Psalm 119:9-16
How can a young man keep his way pure?
How Am I Really Doing? (Feb 14, 2008 at 9:07 PM) - The process you are about to go through will take time and thought. However, it is our belief that you will benefit greatly if you take it seriously and focus on your teens and how you are ministering to them as you work through each area.
Tip of the Week (Feb 13, 2008 at 7:23 AM) - A higher standard.
Do We Really Honor God? (Feb 12, 2008 at 8:34 PM) - How are you doing with your attitudes and your actions?
Pride : Discussion Guide (Feb 9, 2008 at 8:00 AM) -
OPEN: What silly things does pride or vanity cause people to do?
DIG: Read II Chronicles 26: 1-15
What strengths do you see in Uzziah?
What are Uzziah’s accomplishments (verses 6-15)? Which one stands out as the headliner for this king’s resume?
Who contributed to Uzziah’s success (verse 5)?
What red flag about Uzziah’s life do you see in verse 15? How has his success served as a trap?
DIG: Read II Chronicles 26: 16-23
· Was Uzziah’s mistake an innocent blunder? · How does he respond when confronted by the priests?
· Does God allow too little
Search Away (Feb 7, 2008 at 8:48 PM) - Let's celebrate, I found the coin.
Productively Sitting Still (Feb 5, 2008 at 9:18 PM) - I've been attending a class on spiritual disciplines on Wednesday nights at our church this quarter. In tonight's class we discussed the discipline of meditation
Five Tips for Classroom Discipline (Jan 31, 2008 at 9:19 PM) - These five tips will help you do a better job of teaching and mainting discipline in the classroom.
Rick's Eulogy - YouTube Devo (Jan 30, 2008 at 10:27 AM) - You may be familiar with the syndicated radio program The Rick and Bubba Show. These guys are on national radio, not a small Christian station. Yet they take a bold stand for the Lord with each show that has grown through the years.
Rick's 2 year old son drowned almost 2 weeks ago.
Guidelines from God (Jan 29, 2008 at 9:43 PM) - Do you feel as though you are becoming spiritually stagnant? Have you ever thought how nice it would be if God would just give you a short set of guidelines to help get you back on track?
Guard Your Heart (Jan 26, 2008 at 8:29 AM) - GUARD YOUR HEART
OPEN: Jesus said, "out of the overflow of the
heart the mouth speaks". What does your speech
revealed to you about the condition of your
heart?
DIG: Read Proverbs 4:23
- What is the "heart"?
- The heart is compared to a "wellspring" of
life. What does this mean?
- Why are we to guard the heart "above all else"?
- In what ways is the mind the "doorway" to the
heart?
DIG: Read I Peter 5:8-9
- The devil is compared to a "roaring lion". In
what circumstances
Bobbing for Marsh Mellows (Jan 24, 2008 at 9:03 PM) - Okay, do you want to have fun and get good and sticky? This game is awesome especially for Jr. high students.
Daily Bible Readings (Jan 22, 2008 at 8:50 PM) - Get your teens in the Word as they will read about eternal life, failure, holiness and hope.
Youth Ministry Mist (Jan 22, 2008 at 1:03 PM) - Teen Life Ministries
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Thanks to all who sent blessings and prayer regarding our last
email about our church bus burning down.
Teaching Tip (Jan 17, 2008 at 9:49 PM) - Because all students are different it means that you have to handle them differently. You need to find ways to make them excel and realize they have different ways to be challenged.
Stay Physically Healthy (Jan 15, 2008 at 9:05 PM) - Long haul youth ministry certainly calls for keeping ourselves physically fit. Those fun loving lock-ins seem to get longer every year and getting started with a physical fitness program the harder it is.
The Eye of the Lord (Jan 10, 2008 at 8:49 PM) - Do our students really see what God wants them to see?
Bus Burning!! (Jan 9, 2008 at 8:57 PM) - As our youth group made it's way down to a retreat center a couple of weeks ago the back tire blew, then caught on fire, then the bus caught on fire!
God blessed and no one was hurt...
except the bus and stuff like purses and such...which don't count as anything important!
God's word made it through the flames.
Life Stories (Jan 9, 2008 at 7:35 AM) - Your life tells a story. It may not be worthy of a movie; although some of the best movies are of real people who have done extraordinary things with their lives. But regardless of whether or not you life would be a hit on the big screen, the story your life tells is being watched by others around you.
Do We Really Honor God? (Jan 3, 2008 at 9:27 PM) - I remember when I was a teen that I felt like my Christianity was fulfilled if I attended Sunday School and Church and if I went on Wednesday nights I would get extra credit from God.
Only God Knows (Jan 1, 2008 at 8:58 PM) - Only God knows for sure what 2008 holds for me.
Run for the Weak! - YouTube Devotional (Dec 30, 2007 at 8:23 PM) - Too many times selfishness rules among teens (among all of us, really). Use this devotional to awaken your group to "Run for the Weak!"
New Year : New Start - YouTube Devotional (Dec 30, 2007 at 3:08 PM) - You can copy the devotional below and send to your teens by email. Or use it together as a group. It's a great way to begin the new year
Why Did She Do That? (Dec 29, 2007 at 9:14 AM) - The purpose is to help students understand exactly what Jesus did for us.
Games & Icebreakers (Dec 27, 2007 at 9:36 PM) - This game is so wacky that your kids will want to play it for hours.
Use Parents as Ministry Partners (Dec 25, 2007 at 9:25 PM) - If you really want to stay in youth ministry for the "long haul" I can't think of a better place to start than gaining the confidence and respect of the parents of our teens.
LKH - 6 (Dec 24, 2007 at 6:00 AM) -
Member's Download Here
Daily Bible Readings (Dec 20, 2007 at 9:21 PM) - Begin 2008 by getting your group into the word!
Free Devotional for Guests (Dec 19, 2007 at 7:43 AM) - Here's a devotional out of the "archives" from Al. Every month ZONE
members get two of these as part of their regular updates.
We're almost into 2008, so now is the perfect time to join and get
every resource you could ever want or use for the entire year when
you join...
It's a New Year! (Dec 19, 2007 at 6:17 AM) - One of the great things about the New Year is that it gives us the opportunity to make changes in ourselves, families and ministries. We all know that we could make changes anytime but the New Year just seems the right time so let’s take full advantage of it.
LKH - Lesson 5 (Dec 17, 2007 at 5:12 AM) -
Members Download Here
Great Teaching is Entertaining and Humorous (Dec 13, 2007 at 7:54 PM) - Great Teaching is Entertaining and Humorous
Richard Leblanc says good teaching includes a definite style. Should good teaching be entertaining? You bet! Jesus was somewhat entertaining when He turned fish and loaves into more fish and loaves.
Can You Imagine? (Dec 12, 2007 at 4:48 PM) - "Thirty-thousand Teens Reached for Jesus in 2008." What if you woke up one morning and your newspaper
Coats for Kids (Dec 11, 2007 at 9:04 PM) - Fall is here and winter is right around the corner. Unfortunately, we have children in our cities that do not have winter coats.
Youth Ministry - Godly Goals - Part 1 (Dec 10, 2007 at 10:43 AM) - 1. Do whatever it takes to get teens to heaven. Paul wrote that he became all things to all people so that some might be saved (II Corinthians 9:19-23).
We All Need Somebody to Lean On (Dec 6, 2007 at 9:38 PM) - I'm not a very good leaner. I prefer to be the lean-ee, the person that others lean on in times of crisis.
2007 - So Far! (Dec 5, 2007 at 7:02 AM) - 2007 at Teen Life
As you know, The Zone is updated EVERY Monday, Wednesday and Friday.
Members :: listed below is everything added to the site this year – at least according to the calendar on the site.
Lesser Known Heroes (Dec 5, 2007 at 6:51 AM) - Lesson 3 added today. Eleazer - he's really unknown, just ask your teens!!!
Members, download the lesson here.
Blessings!
Paul
Close Your Eyes (Dec 4, 2007 at 8:29 PM) - When you close your eyes to rest, meditate, or go to sleep what do you think about? Do you ever think about God?
Dawn 'til Dusk (Nov 29, 2007 at 9:10 PM) - As we close out 2007 we need to look back and see how we as youth workers and our ministries have grown spiritually. We will look at different areas of our lives and ministries and try to pinpoint our growth.
THANKSgiving. (Nov 28, 2007 at 7:56 AM) - Dear Youth Workers, Paul and I have so much to be thankful for that it's really hard to
know where to begin. We are thankful for our wives, Connie and
Marla, who have been tremendous encouragers as we trek through our
youth ministry years.
Statistical Treasure Hunt (Nov 27, 2007 at 9:03 PM) - Purpose: To create communication, learn about each other, and just have fun.
Here is a great game for learning more about your group members. The game can be played at a youth devotional or at a banquet table.
Compassion (Nov 20, 2007 at 9:34 PM) - Zach Hunter is a teenage student with a dream: to end slavery in the world.
Youth Ministry Saturday Nights (Nov 19, 2007 at 8:01 AM) - It's a little after 8 pm on Saturday night as I type this.
Class is prepared, but the "work" is not done.
The prayer that slowly builds all week seems to crescendo on
Saturday night, doesn't it?
Food for Families (Nov 15, 2007 at 9:57 PM) - Does your Church or community have a food pantry or food bank? Why not put your youth group in charge of gathering and taking food to those in need?
Black, White and Gray (Nov 13, 2007 at 9:04 PM) - Life would be so much easier if everything was black and white. Instead, it's filled with a lot of grays.
Promote Great Staff Unity (Nov 8, 2007 at 10:10 PM) - How many times have you seen a ministry or minister destroyed because the members of the church staff could not get along? It seemed like they were always at odds about something.
Complete Series Ready for Download. (Nov 7, 2007 at 7:05 AM) - Ruth. Esther. Powerful Prayer.
Zone Members Download Here
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Meet Their Needs Outside of Class (Nov 6, 2007 at 9:21 PM) - Occasionally I’ve been asked to teach and accepted without really wanting to. There have also been times when I’ve asked others to teach and they did so reluctantly.
Plan Ahead (Nov 1, 2007 at 8:09 PM) - I have a friend in another state who is constantly frustrated because he has not won the lottery. He buys ticket after ticket month after month with no success.
The Hall of Shame (Oct 30, 2007 at 8:28 PM) - Marion Jones owned the 2000 Summer Olympic Games in Sydney. A world-class sprinter and long jumper, she won five medals, three were gold and two bronze, in track and field.
Frisbee Golf (Oct 24, 2007 at 8:20 AM) - You don't need to be a golf pro to enjoy this game. If you can throw, you can play.
Balloon Race (Oct 24, 2007 at 8:17 AM) - This game will allow the "hot air" to freely flow.
Blind Volleyball (Oct 24, 2007 at 7:44 AM) - A game where everyone is on equal ground.
Church House Info (Oct 24, 2007 at 7:27 AM) - This is a timed event and is so much fun. Divide your group into teams and go for it.
Youth Ministry MAXmizer (Oct 22, 2007 at 5:10 AM) - Youth Ministry Teaching Tips
For more teaching tips go to http://www.teenlifeministries.com/thezone. You can pick up "Amazing Teaching" in the Zone as well.
Never teach a half-prepared lesson. It’s not fair to the teens, God or yourself to go into a teaching situation unprepared.
Tragedy in Our Youth Group (Oct 18, 2007 at 8:31 PM) - This morning between 3:30 and 4:00am the phones of our church members began ringing off the hooks. Not long after that, my phone rang and it was one of our high school coaches telling me that the mother of one of our sophomore boys was killed in a house fire.
Let's Get Practical (Oct 16, 2007 at 9:00 PM) - Today’s D2 is one that is so practical that you might think I don’t even need to deal with this. Just hang with us, it may be practical and seem elementary but the areas we will cover are areas that are needed in all youth ministries.
Quiet Time- “Stand” (Oct 12, 2007 at 6:01 AM) - During the season premier of “Survivor-China” each of the game contestants were taken to a Buddhist Temple to participate in a cultural ceremony to welcome them to China. Before the ceremony they were assured that this was not a worship service and it wasn’t intended to conflict with anyone’s religious beliefs. However, once inside the temple they were surrounded by statues of Buddha and parts of the ceremony required bowing down in front of this Chinese god as a way to show respect. One of the contestants was an outspoken
Youth Ministry MAXimizer (Oct 11, 2007 at 5:27 AM) - Developing Friendships Youth Ministry Sudden Impact
Developing Friendships from the "Sudden Impact" section of The Youth Ministry Zone. These are copy and paste devotionals you can email to your teens or handout.
Praise Preceding Deliverance (Oct 9, 2007 at 8:20 PM) - As I read through the Old Testament, sometimes I am stunned by the Israelites' lack of faith in trusting a God who delivered them time and time again.
Rake and Run for Fun (Oct 4, 2007 at 8:24 PM) - This outreach idea is as old as the trees in your grandma’s yard. However, some ideas are worth keeping around for a while. The leaves are beginning to fall and that could mean fun times for youth groups.
Prayer Lessons (Oct 3, 2007 at 5:03 AM) - Lessons 1, 2, 3 are available in the member's area...
http://www.teenlifeministries.com/site.php/file/category/page_1/weekly_bible_lesso/weekly_bible_lesso/
Youth Ministry MAXimizer (Oct 3, 2007 at 5:01 AM) - Joy Filled Youth Ministry
1. Stay close to God. As rigid as some people feel God is, isn’t it amazing at how things go smoothly when we are close to Him.
Teaching Tip (Oct 2, 2007 at 8:04 PM) - See what Psychologist Sylvia Clare has to say. Hug those who want to be hugged.
Youth Ministry MAXimizer (Sep 26, 2007 at 5:26 AM) - V.I.S.I.O.N. C.A.S.T.ing
Verify the Source. Did the desire come from God or from you? Moses knew the vision was from God. Abraham knew the vision was from God. Paul knew the vision was from God.
Identity (Sep 25, 2007 at 8:15 PM) - Have you ever been mistaken for someone else? Perhaps you’ve been told that you remind someone of their close friend- that you have an uncanny resemblance.
Daily Bible Readings (Sep 20, 2007 at 8:37 PM) - Encourage your teens to get into God's Word daily.
Youth Ministry MAXimizer (Sep 19, 2007 at 5:18 AM) - Picking a Youth Retreat Location
Here are 10 ways to choose a retreat center...
1. Settle on a Purpose. Your purpose will decide what type of facility will work best. A youth group wanting a fun weekend together may put a high priority on recreational facilities.
Use Your Tongue Wisely (Sep 18, 2007 at 8:18 PM) - It usually takes a pretty long time for you to build a good reputation. People don’t say good things about you just because they think it’s the right thing to do.
Simple Guidelines for Discipleship (Sep 13, 2007 at 9:04 PM) - We, as youth ministers, are constantly trying to get our teens to disciple others.
Teaching Tip (Sep 11, 2007 at 8:28 PM) - Encourage your students to......
Youth Mininstry MAXimizer (Sep 10, 2007 at 5:36 AM) - Creative Emails for Youth Ministry!
Here are three ways to use email creatively...
1. Half a message. Who can’t send an entire message? Try sending only half the message. In order for the full message to be received have group members respond with a favorite verse or the name of a friend they are inviting to church.
Hitting the Wall (Sep 6, 2007 at 8:51 PM) - Cut, paste, and send this to your teens or use it as an "Attention Getter" in a class or devo.
Youth Ministry MAXimizer (Sep 5, 2007 at 5:56 AM) - Youth Ministry Harvest
After releasing the youth ministry spy photo http://teenlifeministries.com/spyphoto.html we got a lot of great responses.
Everything from those whose youth ministry is going smooth to the fiercely frustrated.
