Time to Refresh and Reflect

I just spent the weekend with my wife at the National Youth Ministry Conference in Cincinnati, OH.  Wow what a weekend.  I spent most of my time listening to Duffy Robins teaching us how to Nurture Students.  I have so much info about helping students know about God.  One of the things that I loved and was challenged about was that I do not need to focus on the flash in getting the message across but the Message.  I am so guilty of wanting to put on a show that will bring them back.  If I do that then the students will come back for the show and not for God.  I need to program around what the students need and not put a program to bring them and entertain them.  There are so many youth ministers out there that want to show boat with no real in deep Bible study.  I am a firm believer that the Word of God will speak to the students and not just the show.  Another thing I was reminded about was God is still in control.  No matter what I think, He is guiding and protecting Us in Ministry.Scott Huge selection of Youth Ministry Resources – YouthMinistry.com