Kategoria BISAC: Religion >> Christian Ministry - Youth

Sometimes you just need the right question to get your students talking. (And then sometimes you can't get them to stop talking ) The latest in the best-selling Quick Questions series, When I... gives you 500 finish-the-sentence statements that will get students talking. With everything from silly to serious, you'll get your students finishing sentences like: - When I was a baby... - When I have to confront somebody... - When I see my parents kiss... - When I see a homeless person... - When I confess my sin... Perfect for ice-breakers, road trips, small group discussions, or just about any...

"You know the reality: teens don't have much downtime in their lives. Between school, extra-curricular activities, jobs, friends (and youth group ), students these days barely have enough time to do all the things they need to do in a day. It's no wonder that quiet, reflective time in prayer with God is not high on their priority list. With years of experience helping teens encounter God in quiet, contemplative ways, Mark Yaconelli will give you the tools and insights needed to help teens understand why and how to pray, and to guide them towards a life of prayer. You'll find several prayer...

Your high school students probably think they know a lot about Jesus. But do they know how the stories of Jesus' life relate to their own? If you want to get them thinking and talking about Jesus--who he really was, and what that means for them today--you have everything you need right here. The latest addition to the best-selling TalkSheets series, High School TalkSheets: Life of Christ gives you easy-to-use discussion starters and the tools to lead students into meaningful dialogue about Jesus. The one-page, reproducible handouts offer provocative questions in a compelling design that...

It's not hard to get middle schoolers to talk...unless you're talking about something other than the latest band, movie, or the opposite sex If you want to get them thinking and talking about Jesus--beyond the flannelgraph, Sunday school Jesus--you have everything you need right here. The latest addition to the best-selling TalkSheets series, Middle School TalkSheets: Life of Christ gives you easy-to-use discussion starters and the tools to lead students into meaningful dialogue about Jesus. The one-page, reproducible handouts offer provocative questions in a compelling design that keep...

Anger is a regular part of every middle school girl's world. Often times, this anger can appear as open aggression where girls bully one another, or they can unhealthily suppress their anger. But there are godly and appropriate ways students can respond to situations that make them angry. Deal With It gives youth leaders the tools to help middle school girls deal with their anger. Through activities that include reading and responding to stories about Maria, a fictional teen, students will learn to recognize their anger and find healthy ways to express their emotions.

For a free online copy of Three Simple Rules A Conversation Guide for Parents click here

"It's easy to follow someone you can see. When your mom leads you through the aisles of a store, you can clearly see her. Maybe you can even anticipate her next turn. But when you decide to follow Jesus, it's a different story. Or is it? For the people in the Bible who followed Jesus, it was a physical act. He was right there in front of them. But today, as you try to follow Jesus, how do you stay in step with him? Especially if you don't know who he is or where he's leading you? In Follow, you'll find 20 eye-opening studies that will draw you into the Bible and reveal to you the real...

"Sadly, studies show that there are few differences in the attitudes and actions between people who claim to be Christians and those who don't choose that label. But everything we read in the Bible says we should be transformed; we should be different than the rest of the world. What would it look like if you lived the life God desires for you? How would your life be different if you abandoned your typical routine and refused to settle for anything less than the best God has in store for you? In Thrive, you'll find 20 life-impacting studies that will draw you into the Bible and help you...

Even though nearly 2,000 years have passed since Paul wrote his letters, students today are facing many of the same issues as the Philippians, Colossians, and Thessalonians. They may be experiencing angst or hurt, or they may be hearing messages that are contrary to what they know to be true about the Gospel. They're probably even dealing with questions about sexuality and morality. By studying these practical letters of Paul, students will learn ways to faithfully cope with the trials of the their day-to-day lives. Through engaging activities and thought-provoking questions that get right...

Knowledge may get your students pretty far in life, but it won't be enough to get them through some of the daily challenges they will face as Christians. And it won't help them grow in their faith. What students really need is God's wisdom, and for that there's no better place to start than the book of Proverbs. Through engaging activities and thought-provoking questions that get right to the heart of Proverbs, your students will see that even though this book was written thousands of years ago, the instructions still apply to them. By the end of this study, your students will know how to...

Many people run scared from the middle school youth room. But (thankfully ) there are people out there who are actually drawn to those young teens. Although often times they're not equipped to deal with the unique challenges that middle school ministry presents, or they're just not sure what to do when a room full of young teens (who are "part child, but not quite adult") are running around the youth room. Finally, there's a comprehensive guide to middle school ministry, from two veterans of this unchartered territory. Mark Oestreicher and Scott Rubin help youth workers understand the...

"Walk into any middle school youth group and you'll hear the same thing--herds of students talking But when you're tired of hearing them talk about things that make your head hurt (you know, the latest video game or their favorite song ), give them something worth talking about The best-selling TalkSheets series just keeps going... In Still More TalkSheets for Middle School Students, you'll find 50 creative ways to get your youth group talking about things that matter. The one-page, reproducible handouts are compelling and thought provoking. Not only that, they're easy for you to use:...

The best-selling TalkSheets series just got even better. With Still More TalkSheets for High School Students and Still More TalkSheets for Middle School Students, busy youth workers will find everything they need to lead and facilitate meaningful discussions with young teens. Filled with 50 reproducible TalkSheets, helpful hints, and optional activities to help youth ministry teams effectively facilitate great conversations -- without a lot of prep work -- youth workers can easily engage students for a whole year of dialogue. Each book covers issues of life and faith, including...

"When you stop to think about your future, you might be excited. Or confused. Or just totally scared. But when you know where you're going (or at least who's leading you towards your future), you can take that giant leap with confidence. With all the influences in your life pushing you one way or another, it's good to know that you can count on God to guide you once you catch on to his plans. Nobody expects you to have it all figured out by the time you finish this book. But you'll be on your way to understanding who you are and how you can make the most out of your life. In Soar, you'll...

"One of the most challenging parts of following Jesus is being able to explain the what's and why's of your faith. Whether a friend's questions stump you or you're having doubts of your own, it helps to know what you believe and why. There's no need to be afraid to ask the tough questions. When it comes to your faith, there's no such thing as a dumb question and no topic should be off-limits. God wants you to understand your faith so you can help others understand it, too. In Think, you'll find 20 straightforward studies that explore what the Bible says about controversial and difficult...