Friday Review (12/20/24)
This week’s best articles for youth workers on biblical and theological studies, youth and pastoral ministry, partnering with parents, and cultural engagement.
Heroes of Christmas: The Shepherds
There are three ways the shepherds’ role in the Gospel of Luke can help us form a deeper understanding of the true meaning of Christmas: the redemption of the world.
YPT Podcast ep.87: Managing Expectations in Youth Ministry (Joseph Bradley)
Everyone has expectations: you do, and so do your students, parents, volunteers, and church leaders. How can you identify people's expectations and respond with humility and confidence when you don't quite "meet expectations"?
Friday Review (12/13/24)
This week’s best articles for youth workers on biblical and theological studies, youth and pastoral ministry, partnering with parents, and cultural engagement.
Heroes of Christmas: Joseph
We don’t know much about Joseph, but here’s what we do know and a few lessons we can learn from him.
YPT Podcast ep.86: Leading a Youth Ministry While in Seminary
How can youth workers faithfully lead their ministries while studying in seminary? Is this struggle even worth it?
Friday Review (12/6/24)
This week’s best articles for youth workers on biblical and theological studies, youth and pastoral ministry, partnering with parents, and cultural engagement.
Heroes of Christmas: Mary
In our attempt to focus on Jesus, have we rushed past other characters in the Christmas story? This article focuses on what we can learn from Mary.
YPT Podcast ep.85: Apologetics and Doubt in Youth Ministry (Mary Jo Sharp)
How can youth leaders help students navigate doubt well, and what role does apologetics play in a Bible-teaching ministry?
A Peak Behind the YPT Curtain: 2024 in Review
Hear more about how YPT is pursuing theological renewal in youth ministries around the world and about what’s coming up in 2025.