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Devotion: Taming the Tongue

Posted by Matt Hoehner | Jun 14, 2011 | Devotions, Free Resources

James 3:7-10 A couple years ago my family went to Sea World in Orlando. Though I had seen it before, I was amazed at the water shows as the birds and dolphins were doing their many tricks. And then I saw the fiercest sea creature, the killer whale, not only play with the trainer in the water, but kiss him. That was incredible! It is amazing how man has tamed so many animals, even killer whales. And yet, we can’t tame our tongues. James 3:7-10 states: “All kinds of animals, birds, reptiles and creatures of the sea are being...

Servin’ Lovin’ Praisin’: Kidnapping the Eighth Graders

Posted by Brian Steward | Jun 14, 2011 | Free Resources, Ideas, Servin' Lovin' Praisin'

Today I want to offer an idea that can help get your newly confirmed youth interested in high school youth ministry.

Betwixt: Learning the Act of Juggling Fun and Ministry

Posted by Cassie Moore | Jun 9, 2011 | Betwixt, Doing Ministry, Middle School Ministry, Programming, Youth Ministry Theory

How do I balance fun with ministry? What’s that fine line between teaching something important and goofing around? How far do I let my kids get off topic before reeling them in?