Digital Wisdom and Teens

Sam TotmanLeadership, Ministry Tools, Sam Totman

I recently lead a small gathering of 50 or so youth ministers on the topic of technology and its influence on teen behavior. The number one question on everyone’s mind was “How can we help teenagers when it seems like they seem to know more than we do on this topic?” It’s a valid question but it need not be … Read More

Choosing the Best Bible Translation

Bryan CribbBryan Cribb, Ministry Tools

Bible Translation

Clemson versus USC. Coke versus sweet tea. Krispy Kreme versus Dunkin Donuts. The mere mention of such subjects will likely spawn spirited squabbles among some South Carolina Baptists. But one topic towers above all in its potential to produce dissent and debate in the pews. No, not politics. Bible translations. When it comes to translations, most Christians have their preference, … Read More

The 10 Most Influential Books as I Near 40

Channing CrislerChanning Crisler, Ministry Tools

Channing CrislerA native of Lubbock, TX, Channing Crisler holds a BS in History from Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, TX. He received his Master of Divinity in Biblical Languages from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Ft. Worth, TX, and his Ph.D. in New Testament Studies from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, KY.

Green Grass and Growing Disciples

Chuck FullerChuck Fuller, Leadership, Ministry Tools

My lawn looks worse than it has in a few years. Thin spots abound and bare spots appear in what was once a carpet-thick plane of bountiful blades. A sickly and yellowish color has usurped the deep, robust green. It is growing unevenly and needs mowing only rarely. This is in spite of summer’s favorable weather. During 2013’s summer deluge … Read More

Being There

Michael DuduitMichael Duduit, Ministry Tools

Helpful insights for all of us as we deal with individuals and families who have been the victims of tragedy and trauma.