If you ask me what my favorite class in seminary was, I would say preaching class. My professor equipped me with solid theories, helpful structures, and multiple methods of delivery. I remember coming home with pages of notes, eager to put my exegesis into practice in a 35-minute youth sermon. But the reality was humbling: […]
Gen Z’s successors are hitting their teens and changing the scene
“Man, you have to stop calling your students Gen Z. You have no idea, it’s Gen Alpha who’s taking over.” I paused, confused, as my fellow pastor interrupted my thoughts during a conversation about next-generation ministry. I had just referenced Gen Z in my sermon planning, but now I was second-guessing everything. Who exactly is […]
Turning volunteers’ no’s into enthusiastic yes’s
In the third week of my internship, I was assigned to tear down chairs and tables after an event in our gym. Coming from a smaller church, I assumed I could handle it on my own—until I saw eight tables and 150 chairs that needed to be cleared. After three grueling hours, one thought kept […]
My mentor saved me from rookie mistakes
“Daniel, as part of your role at Gospelife Church, you’ll be meeting with Dave as your life mentor,” the executive pastor said. “Take the initiative to connect with him and aim to meet weekly or bi-weekly.” I walked out of my meeting feeling a mix of confusion and uncertainty. I had just stepped into my […]
Revival Generation: Will our students lead the way?
Wow! It sounds like your student ministry is experiencing a revival,” a youth pastor friend said to me after I shared what’s been happening in our ministry. Our student ministry recently experienced an incredible season of growth. After facing challenges that hindered us from gathering, we were able to come together again, and the results […]