How to put the gospel at the center of your Youth Ministry; both foundationally and practically.
Dodgeball and abstinence training just aren’t enough.
There’s only one thing that has the potential to bring lasting change to students’ lives: the gospel of Jesus Christ. In this guidebook for youth ministry leaders, a host of experienced youth workers lay out a vision for the gospel as the center of every facet of ministry to young people. Offering practical guidance related to teaching, implementing small groups, interacting with parents, leading mission trips, building community, and more, each chapter equips youth leaders to effectively address students’ hearts and see God work in and through their lives.
Part 1: Foundations for a Gospel-Centered Youth Ministry
1. The Gospel at the Heart of All Things: Youth Ministry Founded in the Gospel - Cameron Cole
2. Making Disciples Who Make Disciples: Discipleship in Youth Ministry - Darren DePaul
3. The Impact of Expounding God’s Word: Expositional Teaching in Youth Ministry - Eric McKiddie
4. Emulating God’s Heart: Building Relationships in Youth Ministry - Liz Edrington
5. Community Based on the Gospel: Building Community in Youth Ministry - Mark Howard
6. Building a Foundation with the Parents: Partnering with Parents in Youth Ministry - Mike McGarry
7. Gathering God’s People: Generational Integration in Youth Ministry - Dave Wright
Part 2: Practical Applications for a Gospel-Centered Youth Ministry
8. Helping Students Personally Engage the Bible: Small-Group Bible Study in Youth Ministry - Jon Nielson
9. Equipping Youth for Gospel Ministry: Leadership Training in Youth Ministry - Jon Nielson
10. Singing That Flows from the Gospel: Music in Youth Ministry - Tom Olson
11. Interrupting the Regular Routine: Retreats and Events in Youth Ministry - Jason Draper
Part 3: The Fruit of a Gospel-Centered Youth Ministry
12. A Public Faith: Evangelism in Youth Ministry - David Plant
13. Bearing Gospel Fruit among the Poor: Serving the Poor in Youth Ministry - Philip Walkley and Drew Haltom
14. Going in a Fruitful Manner: International Short-Term Mission Trips in Youth Ministry - Elisabeth Elliott
| ISBN | 9781433546952 |
|---|---|
| Format | Paperback |
| First published | March 2016 |
| Dimensions | 140mm x 215mm x 15mm |
| Weight | 0.28 kg |
| Language | English |
| Pages | 214 |
| Publisher | Crossway |
