In our youth ministry, we are going through a series on the book of 1 John. God Is Both Outside and Intimately Involved With Creation As we have looked at 1 John, one of the first things that comes across is this: Jesus exists outside and within creation. Jesus existed from the beginning (1 Jn […]
Author Archives: Eddy Barnes
Proclaim the Gospel Now
Do you remember a time when as a kid you had to wait for something. I remember being at a friend’s house during one particular summer. It was on this day that my friend’s mother declared that we would have some “rest” time. What this amounted to was about thirty minutes during which we must […]
One thought for 2012 from a Rookie Youth Pastor
The close of 2011 was a busy time. Between Christmas services and preparation for our annual New Year’s Eve event, I entered 2012 in a blur. But after about a week, I think the dust is beginning to settle as I survey the promise of a new year. I’ve been mulling over 2 Peter 1:2 […]
A Short Book Review: Purpose-Driven Youth Ministry
Purpose-Driven Youth Ministry (PDYM) is one of those foundational books that I would encourage any serious youth worker to read. Written by Doug Fields, an experienced youth worker and ministry builder, it covers the gamut of youth ministry topics in a coherent, systematic way. ###Overview I was first introduced to PDYM when I was a […]
Our Ministry Is Not That Impressive
Recently, my eldest son has taken on the habit of trying to pick me up. In the morning, I will often come into his room and lay down in his bed beside him. But by this time, he has usually climbed out of bed, ready to take on the world. So, there he is, standing […]