Quick Backdrop:This devo is the second of a two-part devo exploring two lesser-known people who play a big part in Jesus' birth, thereby giving us key insight into the nature of Jesus' life and the reason for H...

Our friends at youthministry360 have launched this year's Christmas Vault, which includes an incredible selection of FREE Bible study lessons, devotions for you and your students, games and tons more!To grab th...

Katniss Shows How It's Done in Catching FireGet downloadable PDF.Get downloadable PowerPoint presentation.About/DisclaimerWhat Happened:It's Christmastime. Americans everywhere are decorating trees, making ging...

When something is amiss in our youth ministries, we often blame non-Christian influences or cultural shifts. Rarely do we step back and assess our own ministry approaches, which may have worked in years past, b...

Quick Backdrop:Quick thought exercise: Besides Mary, Joseph and Jesus, who are the other people who immediately come to mind when you see the words nativity or manger scene?Jesus' birth attracted some interesti...

"But I have called you friends, because I have made known to you everything I heard from the Father" (John 15:15)We find it difficult to fail, but often we find it more disconcerting when friends fail us. That ...

"Therefore, beloved, be steadfast, immovable, always excelling in the work of the Lord" (1 Cor. 15:58)In recent years, Americans have seen many top names in sports falling from great heights. Perhaps we should ...

Atheist Comes out to Christian College ClassmatesGet downloadable PDF.Get downloadable PowerPoint presentation.About/DisclaimerWhat Happened:When Eric Fromm was looking for colleges, he was attracted to Northwe...

If the spirit is truly willing, perhaps the flesh is not so weak after all.Increased spirituality in teens undergoing substance abuse treatment is associated with greater likelihood of abstinence (as measured b...

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