Hey Andy, what church activities do you find are very effective in making attendees “disciples of Jesus Christ”? The Ways Of Church And The Scripture Hi, you know, as I read through the answers that [Continue Reading…]
What is it that makes our calling to make disciples so terrifying? Whether in youth ministry, college ministry, or adult ministry, getting Christians to even share with their friends about Jesus, what they learned in [Continue Reading…]
Hey Andy, would you please explain to me the Christian argument for chastity? Also, is Christianity pro-body and pro-sex, and please argue that? Hi, wow, interesting questions. OK, well, to start off, we’ll open this [Continue Reading…]
Does Helping Others Make You Good? This is a good, and common question, even in church, and especially in youth ministry, where the message is often such. For example, ‘love your neighbor, care for the [Continue Reading…]
Somewhere In the Middle “The theme of this song, truly begins with this song, “Somewhere in the Middle”. I’ve been in this place so many times I could design postcards. The sadness of knowing I’m [Continue Reading…]
I was reading through Jeremiah 2:1-19 the other day, and if I was to write a summary of what’s going on, I would have to say that in the past, Israel loved, lived for, and followed God. [Continue Reading…]
Bible Study: Sharpening our spiritual swords and defenses Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18 Materials Needed: Several dozen eggs Materials for wrapping eggs Newspaper Bubble wrap String, rope, yarn Foam Tape Tissue paper Paper towels Rubber bands Insulation [Continue Reading…]
Scripture: Romans 12:1-2 Summary: Students will examine water and a lump of clay to discover the transforming of God. Materials Needed: Table (or floor…a flat platform) Different-shaped glass containers (bowls, glasses, pitchers, etc.) 1 Lump [Continue Reading…]
The original lesson said to use dominoes, but I found students tend to have a lot more fun creating towers as a small group (teams), with tiny marshmallows and toothpicks. (If you prefer the dominoes [Continue Reading…]
Question: Hey Andy, what’s your view of baptism? Hi, wow, my view on baptism? OK, are you ready for a long answer? I’ve actually written a lot on this, but here’s what I believe in a [Continue Reading…]
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