Teenagers scare people and yet most church folk have a hard time seeing what you do as God's work.

Are they really being prepared for lifelong commitments?

How closely are you able to walk in Jesus’ footprints?

The focus of Scripture is not about our schedules, but about embracing the call to be fully present to God and people.

You don't have to learn karate, but it might help.

Take someone outside his or her comfort zone, include challenge and some risk, create an environment where he or she must exercise faith and dig down inside him or herself to accomplish something that previously seemed impossible, while a team of people surround and support the person. It's an amazing thing to watch.

"I just can't continue serving under you. I am just too frustrated to continue in your ministry. I have to be honest, I'm not sure you are cut out for student ministry."

Welcome...make yourself at home!

The overstuffed suitcase was getting heavier every step I took up the steep concrete staircase. I couldn't tell if it was the scalding August weather or my massive jet lag causing me to see double, but I st...

I’m learning why administrative types, those responsible for the organization of the church often don’t like youth workers. And, to be honest, I completely get it.