by Amy Bird | September 24, 2020 | Devotions, Fall 2020, Free Resources, Psalms Devotions | 0 Comments

Waiting on God’s timing is hard. Sometimes, we even wonder if He’ll answer our prayers at all. Yet Psalm 25 tells us that those who wait on the Lord are never put to shame.

by Julianna Shults | September 22, 2020 | Bible Study - Service, Doing Ministry, Fall 2020, Servant Events, Service | 0 Comments

These Bible Studies are designed for a five day servant event, but can be used for other events. In this Bible study series, we focus on characters in scripture that were called to echo the Gospel. Through these characters we are able to identify our own struggles and how God can empower us through the Holy Spirit to share the Good News of Jesus with others.

by Andrew and Stephanie Jones | September 17, 2020 | Devotions, Fall 2020, Free Resources, Psalms Devotions | 0 Comments

David never built a house for the Lord to dwell in, but the Lord built a house for David – not a dwelling place of stones and wood but a heritage, a lineage of kings that culminates with the King of Kings, Jesus Himself.

by Julianna Shults | September 15, 2020 | Doing Ministry, Fall 2020, One Time Local Service, Servant Events, Service | 0 Comments

At the 2019 LCMS Youth Gathering, young people got a chance to serve by making Plarn. Plarn is yarn made from used plastic grocery bags that can be crocheted together to make mats for those who struggle with homelessness. Along with the instructions, there is a short devotion included that can work with any local servant event.

by Christa Prill | September 10, 2020 | Devotions, Fall 2020, Free Resources, Psalms Devotions | 0 Comments

We need to be reminded over and over again that God is Real, and God is Present, and God is God.

by LCMS Youth Ministry | September 8, 2020 | Bible Studies, Bible Study - Service, Doing Ministry, Fall 2020, Free Resources, Servant Events, Service | 0 Comments

Extreme Servant Bible Studies are helpful resource designed to give participants the opportunity to study the Scriptures and process why we serve in the name of Jesus. In addition, the resource provides an opportunity for congregations to plan service in their local contexts.

by Ben Meyer | September 3, 2020 | Devotions, Fall 2020, Free Resources, Psalms Devotions | 0 Comments

Is there something that you have done that is particularly bothering you? David experienced the joy and peace of sins forgiven, and the Lord has made that available to you as well.

by Jim Lohman | September 1, 2020 | Doing Ministry, Fall 2020, One Time Local Service, Servant Events, Service | 0 Comments

Just as prayer is a part of our daily life, it can also be an important part of your time of service. This Prayer Walk is designed to give youth a quiet time to reflect on the opportunities God provides in our lives for service to others.

by Ariana Warner | August 28, 2020 | COVID-19, Doing Ministry, Fall 2020, Summer 2020, Youth & Culture, Youth Ministry Stories | 0 Comments

High School senior Ariana shares a heartfelt perspective on the impact of CoVid-19 on her life. She shares insight and encouragements for how adults, especially youth leaders, can disciple and care for young people in this time.

by Amy Bird | August 27, 2020 | Devotions, Fall 2020, Free Resources, Psalms Devotions | 0 Comments

In integrity, we present our sin before God knowing that, “when we confess our sins, God is faithful and just to forgive our sins” (1 John 1:9). In confession, God is gracious to us and redeems us. In forgiveness, we can continue to walk with God in integrity.

by Julianna Shults | August 25, 2020 | Fall 2020, Hot Topics, Talk Sheets, Young Adult Ministry, Youth & Culture | 0 Comments

Transitions such as graduation are critical moments where congregations and parents can support a young person’s relationship with Jesus as they find a new church home or establish a new, adult relationship with their existing congregation. This talk sheet give you some direction on how you can form a discussion around the transition to college with your high school students.

by Andrew and Stephanie Jones | August 20, 2020 | Devotions, Fall 2020, Free Resources, Psalms Devotions | 0 Comments

The condescension of Jesus is staggering. He not only regards the lowly, but He becomes one of the lowly. He humbles Himself in becoming human. Then, this eternal Jesus with phenomenal, cosmic power humbles Himself to the point of death.