In this episode Ben and John Paul talk about the importance and necessity of small groups in your student ministry, and about how they are catalyst for truly effective discipleship. They offer several tips to make sure you are giving your best effort and energy to your small group ...
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Episode 21: Preaching in Student Ministry
In this episode, Ben and John Paul discuss the blessing and responsibility of delivering God's Word to students. They share very practical ideas on preparation, developing your own style, execution of sermon introductions, conclusions, invitations, and the most obvious and important aspect of ...
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Episode 20: An Interview with Brian Mills, Author, Student Ministry Leader, and Consultant
In this episode, Ben and Brian discuss various topics in student ministry, and ministry in general, including evangelistic events and ministries, volunteers, leadership, and growth. Brian offers valuable insights from his leadership experiences as a student and church pastor, author, and ...
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Episode 19: The Essential Skills of a Successful Student Pastor
In this episode, Ben and John Paul discuss the essential skills of a successful student pastor. Although not an exhaustive list, they discuss several things that are essential for any and every student pastor.
About Ben Trueblood
Ben serves as the Director of Student Ministry for ...
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Episode 18: Requested Topics
In this episode, Ben and John Paul discuss some topics that have been requested by listeners. These topics include how to best serve, and minister to, students with special needs (including allergies), students from unchurched/rough backgrounds, and how to develop series for preaching/curriculum for ...
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Episode 17: Leadership and Mission with Eric Geiger
In this episode, Eric Geiger (Vice President, Lifeway Resources Division) joins Ben and John Paul to discuss leadership and mission in ministry. Eric also shares some invaluable principles he learned during his time in student ministry.
About Eric Geiger
Eric Geiger serves as one of ...
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Episode 16: Interview with Jay Rebsamen, High School Pastor of Thomas Road Baptist Church
In this episode, Ben and John Paul talk with Jay Rebsamen about his experiences in student ministry. They discuss important topics that can be applied in any ministry context, such as small groups, recruiting and training volunteers/leaders, vision casting, and more.
About Jay ...
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Episode 15: Christian Schools, Creatives, and the Uninterested – How to Reach Them All (Part 2)
In this episode Ben, Chris, and John Paul continue the discussion of how to reach specific groups of students that are present in student ministries.
About Ben Trueblood
Ben serves as the Director of Student Ministry for Lifeway Christian Resources and has served the local church as a ...
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Episode 14: Jocks, Homeschoolers, and Geeks – How to Reach Them All (Part 1)
In this episode, Ben is joined by Chris Swain and John Paul Basham to discuss how to reach specific groups of students that are present in every student ministry.
About Ben Trueblood
Ben serves as the Director of Student Ministry for Lifeway Christian Resources and has served the local ...
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Episode 13: An Evangelism Conversation with Matt Brown
In this episode of the Lifeway Student Ministry Podcast, Ben is joined by evangelist and author Matt Brown. They discuss various aspects of leadership and evangelism, and share practical ways to help students become more focused on reaching others for Christ.
About Ben Trueblood
Ben ...
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