As a student, the last guy I expected to see in my youth group was Mr. Jenkins. He wasn’t the type. Pushing sixty, hard of hearing, and always in a suit. So imagine my surprise when he barged into our group one night and loudly introduced us to his “buddy,” a long-haired kid named Tom. […]
Cookies on the Bottom Shelf?
I heard about two student events this week, one organized by students, the other by staff. Which do you think generated the most energy — and will be remembered long afterwards? — Come to a movie night at the church! Snacks provided! — Join us for a 12-hour drive to Washington DC to spend 24 […]
Why invest in the next generation?
Because they need you. Your example reveals what loving God looks like. No degrees are required for this, and no special gifting is necessary. It’s simply God using your influence. D. L. Moody had this figured out: Moody’s boundless confidence in the younger generation, his outpouring of energy and time on those under twenty-five years […]