Gospel-Centered Youth Ministry

Youth ministry is an essential part of most evangelical churches. And yet, there is a surprising lack of resources written specifically for youth workers focused on viewing all aspects of youth ministry through a gospel-focused lens. Featuring contributions from a host of experienced youth workers from a wide variety of churches, this how-to manual offers guidance related to every facet of youth ministry, from planning short-term mission trips to working with parents. Theologically rooted yet eminently practical, this handbook will equip youth leaders to effectively shepherd the young people under their care?training them to live faithfully in their homes, churches, and schools.Darren DePaul, Jason Draper, Elizabeth Edrington, Elisabeth Elliott, Drew Haltom, Mark Howard, Michael McGarry, Eric McKiddie, Thomas Olson, David Plant, Philip Walkley, Dave Wright

1. Opening Credits
2. Dedication and Foreword by Collin Hansen
3. Introduction
4. Part 1: Foundations for a Gospel-Centered Youth Ministry | Chapter 1: The Gospel at the Heart of All Things: Youth Ministry Founded in the Gospel
5. Chapter 2: Making Disciples Who Make Disciples: Discipleship in Youth Ministry
6. Chapter 3: The Impact of Expounding God's Word: Expositional Teaching in Youth Ministry
7. Chapter 4: Emulating God's Heart: Building Relationships in Youth Ministry
8. Chapter 5: Community Based on the Gospel: Building Community in Youth Ministry
9. Chapter 6: Building a Foundation with the Parents: Partnering with Parents in Youth Ministry
10. Chapter 7: Gathering God's People: Generational Integration in Youth Ministry
11. Part 2: Practical Applications for a Gospel-Centered Youth Ministry | Chapter 8: Helping Students Personally Engage the Bible: Small-Group Bible Study in Youth Ministry
12. Chapter 9: Equipping Youth for Gospel Ministry: Leadership Training in Youth Ministry
13. Chapter 10: Singing That Flows from the Gospel: Music in Youth Ministry
14. Chapter 11: Interrupting the Regular Routine: Retreats and Events in Youth Ministry
15. Part 3: The Fruit of a Gospel-Centered Youth Ministry | Chapter 12: A Public Faith: Evangelism in Youth Ministry
16. Chapter 13: Bearing Gospel Fruit Among the Poor: Serving the Poor in Youth Ministry
17. Chapter 14: Going in a Fruitful Manner: International Short-Term Mission Trips in Youth Ministry
18. Contributors
19. Closing Credits