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    14May, 2021
    The Struggle Is Real: Youth and Young Adult Bible Study Series

    “The Struggle is Real” youth and young adult Bible study series. The leader guides come with background summaries and overviews. Includes 1-page simplified printable handout for each session with icebreakers, inductive study questions, “DIGGING DEEPER” discussion and application questions, as well as personal takeaway/introspection questions. Includes high resolution logo/graphics/backgrounds for banners, visuals, and presentations, as well as a PowerPoint template.

    SESSIONS: 

    1. The Inner Battle

    2. No Condemnation

    3. Discouragement, Depression, Suicidal

    4. Worry and Anxiety

    5. Dysfunction, Rejection, and Loneliness

    6. A Better Struggle (Struggling for Growth in Others)

     

    2Mar, 2021
    Among Lions: Daniel Youth Bible Study Series

    “Among Lions” is a youth Bible study series for teens and young adults, featuring lessons from the Old Testament book of Daniel. It’s fitting for a youth group or Sunday School series, a summer camp theme, discipleship retreat, or small group study. Though this story is popular with young people, the curriculum and discussion format can easily be adapted for any age Bible study group, men’s or women’s ministry, or prison/juvenile center ministry.

    The leader guides come with background summaries and overviews, and include group discussion questions in a format of ice-breaker, inductive, instrospective, and application. Comes with printable handouts (Talk Sheets), high resolution logo/graphics/backgrounds for banners, visuals, and presentations, as well as a PowerPoint template.

    SUMMARY:

    What can an ancient Jewish exile teach us about living with courage in a world growing increasingly hostile to people of the Christian faith? Just like the Old Testament story of Daniel, Christ-followers today find themselves in a changing world where “cancel culture” runs rampant, social bullying has become the norm, and Christian persecution is on the rise. These are times of hostility and uncertainty. Apart from the grace and abiding presence of Jesus, our hearts would surely faint. But we are not alone, and that makes all the difference in our lifetime.

    Living as a captive in a land far from home, Daniel didn’t conform to his world but transformed it. It wasn’t easy, but it was all part of God’s redemptive plan. We too, have been divinely placed and positioned in a broken world for such a time as this. God has a plan, and we are part of His purposes to be light in the darkness around us. To be faithful to that calling we will need courage. Fortunately, this kind of boldness doesn’t come from our human strength, or something we must manufacture on our own—God wants to give it to us! He is all-sufficient to do that just as much as He is all-sufficient to save us from our sins. God wants to equip us with courage.

    In Deuteronomy 31:6 it says, “Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them…” Yet it also tells us why we can be bold and fearless… “for it is the LORD your God who goes with you. He will not leave you or forsake you.” That’s an awesome promise for each of us today. Because our strength and courage come directly from the God Who is mighty to save, even the most timid person can be clothed and equipped to live with boldness in the face of the most intense persecution.

    Lesson 1: Courage to Remain Pure

    Lesson 2: Courage to Stand Up

    Lesson 3: Courage to Speak Out

    Lesson 4: Courage to Trust God

    1Apr, 2020
    Braveheart: Gideon Youth Bible Study Series

    “Braveheart” is a youth Bible study series for teens and young adults, featuring lessons from the story of Gideon in the Old Testament book of Judges (chapters 6-8). It’s fitting for a youth group or Sunday School series, a summer camp theme, discipleship retreat, or small group study. Though this story is popular with young people, the curriculum and discussion format can easily be adapted for any age Bible study group, men’s ministry, or prison/juvenile center ministry.

    The leader guides come with background summaries and overviews, pre-lesson activities, icebreakers, student exercises, discussion outlines, team building activities, and printable handouts (Talk Sheets). Includes high resolution logo/graphics/backgrounds for banners, visuals, and presentations, as well as a PowerPoint template.

    Lesson 1: God Has a Plan Even When Life is Hard. Though Gideon’s people had turned their back on God and were reaping the consequences, the Lord still heard their cries of distress. No matter  how ugly our circumstances get, no matter how far we have wandered, God is still faithful, and He still has a plan for our good and our future.

    Lesson 2: Confronting Our Idols and Insecurity. God calls us to worship Him alone, with uncompromising devotion. Before Gideon could lead his people to bravely face their oppressors, he first had to confront his people’s idolatry and his own insecurities.

    Lesson 3: Our Doubts and Fears Don’t Disqualify Us From God’s Plan. Through Gideon’s story, we see that God is much bigger than our weaknesses, and He takes great and gracious measures to overcome our trepidation and our fears, so that we can serve Him with a brave heart.

    Lesson 4: The Dark Side of Success and Power. The Bible doesn’t sugarcoat people’s weaknesses; it gives us the good, the bad, and the ugly, so that we might learn to “guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life.”

    17Oct, 2019
    80 Youth Discussion Questions

    Questions about life, faith, social issues, and more.

    Youth discussion questions to get young people talking in group environments or mentoring relationships.

    1. What does it mean for you to be created by God? How does that play out in your life, or does it?
    2. What is hard about accepting yourself?
    3. How would you describe your personality?
    4. Do you find you are harder on yourself than other people? Explain why or why not?
    5. What is one question you would like to ask God in person?
    6. What are the things that you like about yourself and what do you not like about yourself. Explain why?
    7. What do you think is the purpose of the Bible?
    8. Is it hard to change? Explain why.
    9. If there is one thing you could instantaneously change about yourself, what would it be and why? What’s preventing you from working on that change (if applicable)?
    10. Is prayer important to you? Why or why not? Is it hard or easy for you?
    11. Who is one person you would like to go back in history to interview? Why?
    12. What kind of things do you tend to worry about or get anxious about?
    13. How do you feel when another person notices a quality or attribute about you?
    14. Who are your role models and why?
    15. Do you think people live in poverty because of their own decisions or because of uncontrollable circumstances that happen to them, or both?
    16. Is there a biblical character you identify with and why?
    17. Do you act differently in certain situations than others? Do you act differently at school than at church? Different at home than with your friends?
    18. How do you deal with pressure or stress?
    19. What are healthy ways to deal with stress/pressure?
    20. Do you have a pet peeve that makes you irrationally angry? Why gets under your skin?
    21. How would you describe good leadership? Would you call yourself a leader? Why or why not?
    22. Do you think the Bible is relevant to your life, why or why not?
    23. Why do you think we have so much anger in our society?
    24. Do you feel pressured to be someone that you’re not? Explain.
    25. Why do you think some people bully or attack others? What is their motivation?
    26. What is your biggest fear? From where do you think most people draw their self-esteem? What gives them identity?
    27. If you’re feeling down, what cheers you up?
    28. Do you think you’re a patient person? Why or why not?
    29. How does it feel to not have what you want when you want it?
    30. Is it easy for you to work towards a goal, or do you get frustrated and quit quickly?
    31. Have you ever set a long-term goal for yourself to work toward? What was that experience like? (Examples, improving in sports, music, hobby/activity, academics)
    32. Do you set realistic expectations for yourself? Explain.
    33. What qualities make someone a good friend?
    34. If you were standing before God and He asked you, “Why should I let you into heaven?” What would you say?
    35. Who would you die for?
    36. Do you consider yourself a good friend? Explain.
    37. Do you sometimes think you’re capable of doing more than you are?
    38. What’s it like to get in over your head in a situation and not be able to solve it yourself?
    39. What is the one thing that motivates you the most everyday?
    40. What is something that demotivates you, or zaps all of your energy to make progress?
    41. If you had a terminal illness and only had six months to live, how would you spend your time?
    42. Do you think Christians are easily recognizable to others? Why or why not? Should they be?
    43. If you could change one thing in the world for good, what would it be?
    44. Do you think you’re the same person in your social media that you are in person? What is different?
    45. Why do you think people go to church, or should go to church?
    46. What kind of things do you willingly post about yourself on social media?
    47. What is something you wouldn’t post about yourself on social media?
    48. Have you ever thought about what God’s calling is in your life?
    49. What does it mean/look like to have healthy relationships in your life?
    50. Can you think of any biblical examples of healthy relationships and what can they teach us?
    51. What makes relationships hard?
    52. Do you find yourself giving up on relationships or people when things get difficult?
    53. When a relationship has an issue—what techniques or problem solving strategies do you like to use? (Example, having an intentional conversation about the issue, writing a letter, bringing in a mediator, etc)
    54. Do you feel you are good at conflict resolution? Explain.
    55. What’s the most important element of a good relationship to you and WHY?
    56. Do you find yourself to be confrontational or more passive when conflict arises?
    57. What does the Bible mean to you?
    58. Have you ever lost someone, either through death or a broken relationship that was important to you and you’ll never get to talk to them again? What has that experience been like for you?
    59. How do you feel when someone tries to get you to do something you don’t want to do?
    60. Why do you think some people brag or exaggerate about themselves? What do you think they’re hoping to accomplish?
    61. Why do you think people talk badly about other people sometime? Why put someone else down?
    62. Which best describes you during conflict among friends and family—a peacemaker, a fighter, a defender, an instigator, or a hider? Is there another way you’d describe yourself?
    63. Among groups of friends, are you the person who comes up with ideas about what to do, the person who goes along with what everyone else is doing, or a combination of the two?
    64. Have you ever held a grudge against someone? What was that experience like for you?
    65. Why do you think some people give up on life?
    66. Are there certain people you don’t like following on social media? Why?
    67. How often do you read the Bible?
    68. What do you think when you hear someone making fun of a group of people different than them?
    69. How does someone follow Jesus? What does it look like?
    70. What confuses you about prayer?
    71. What is social justice to you, and do you think it is important?
    72. What does equality mean to you?
    73. What could you do, as a young person, to help improve the life quality of someone in need (Go-Fund Me, Kickstarter, could lead into mission ideas).
    74. How often do you help others? How?
    75. Have you ever taken part in mission or served others? What was the experience like?
    76. How would you like to be remembered? (Your legacy)
    77. How do you show Jesus to people who are different than you? What are actual examples from your life?
    78. Do you find most of your friends are similar to you or different?
    79. What is a good way to get to know someone different than you? Think situations or conversation topics.
    80. If you could take away someone’s pain, whose would it be?
    1Mar, 2017
    Thrive: Teen Bible Study Series or Youth Camp Theme

    “Thrive” is a teen Bible study series that can be used as a five week youth study or a 5-day camp curriculum. The leader guides come with background summaries and overviews, pre-lesson activities, icebreakers, student exercises, lesson guides, team building activities, and printable student handouts (Talk Sheets). Ideal for middle and high school students.

    Lesson 1: Thriving by Becoming Part of Something Bigger Than Ourselves (living out God’s “one another” commands).

    Lesson 2: Thriving by Valuing Others and Loving Our Neighbors (a study on the Good Samaritan).

    Lesson 3: Thriving by Overcoming Our Fears and Weaknesses (a study on the youthful leadership of Gideon).

    Lesson 4: Thriving by Putting Our Small In The Hands of a Big God (a study on the boy who gave Jesus his five loaves and two fish to feed the multitudes).

    Lesson 5: Thriving by Trading In Our Complacency for Compassion (a study on Nehemiah; God wants to break our hearts for the things that break His).


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    23Mar, 2016
    Youth Talk Sheets: The Life of Jesus Christ

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    Get youth talking about the Bible… And themselves, their beliefs, their questions, their struggles. Do it conveniently and effectively with our Breakaway Rap Sheets (youth talk sheets).

    “Rap Sheets” (talksheets) make Bible conversations interesting and engaging for young people, while offering helpful hints and optional exercises to help youth leaders facilitate effective conversations—without a lot of prep work.

    In this turnkey Bible study series focusing on The Life of Jesus Christ, you get three months worth of Bible study lessons (13 weeks) that begin with the birth of Jesus and follows Him on His journey to the cross and the resurrection.

    Included is a Leader Guide for each lesson as well as the printable Talk Sheet; a one-page reproducible handout with provocative questions in a compelling design that will get churched and unchurched kids alike, thinking about and discussing the Bible.

    These talksheets are very popular with the youth that our ministry serves in juvenile detention centers and residential youth facilities.

    This volume contains:

    Session One: The Birth of Jesus Christ
    Session Two: The Baptism of Jesus
    Session Three: The Temptation of Jesus
    Session Four: Jesus Heals a Paralytic
    Session Five: Jesus Calms The Storm
    Session Six: Jesus Feeds The Multitudes
    Session Seven: Walking On Water
    Session Eight: The Transfiguration
    Session Nine: The Last Supper
    Session Ten: Gethsemane
    Session Eleven: The Crucifixion
    Session Twelve: The Resurrection
    Session Thirteen: The Great Commission


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    3Jan, 2016
    Help! My Kids Are Hurting: A Survival Guide to Working with Students in Pain

    A Survival Guide to Working with Students in Pain

    This book provides a wide range of appropriate interventions and fundamental people-helping skills, as well as critical help for youth workers to recognize their limitations and learn the principles of effective referral. This practical and informative book is essential for any untrained youth worker, and will be a vital tool for any youth pastor to share with their staff.

    Marv Penner is a youth ministry expert with more than 30 years in the field, chairs the youth and family ministry department at Briercrest Graduate School in Saskatchewan, Canada. He’s also director of the Canadian Centre of Adolescent Research and author of “The Youth Worker’s Guide to Parent Ministry” and “Help! My Kids Are Hurting.”

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