Communication

Are We Failing to Communicate God's Word? By Justin Bell and Wes Dillon

"Most of us would say communicating God's word to our students is one of our highest priorities. Unfortunately, most of us feel like we're not getting Scripture into their lives."
Beyond Comprehension: The Pursuit of Clearer Communication in Youth Ministry By Ty Mattson

Knowing our message, knowing our media, and knowing our audience are all necessary in order for us to share God with kids.
Communication That Builds Trust By Wes Dillon

"There are communication habits, skills, and practices I must pay attention to and develop if I¹m going to earn the trust and respect of those in my ministry."
Cross Cultural Communication: Caring for Kids from Different Backgrounds By Annie Lockhart

Understanding our own ethnocentric biases helps give us perspective on cultural issues that our students face.
Listening for God's Still, Small Voice By Steve Case

"God will speak to me in one of two ways. God will whisper in my ear, or hit me on the head with a brick."
Speakaholics By Mike Yaconelli
Telling Stories: How Small Stories Effect Profound Change By Michael Collison

"As youth workers, we're in the business of telling stories-God's stories and the stories of how God's people live."
The Fine Art of Question Asking By Danette Matty

"It's tried and true, superficial questions get superficial answers. Somehow I can't hear Jesus casually asking the disciples or Pharisees. 'How's everybody doing today?'"