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About the Author
I am a Youth Ministry veteran of twenty four years, and currently serve as the Student Pastor at High Desert Church.  I help equip and encourage Youth Pastors through this blog and podcast The Longer Haul.  My passion is helping Youth Pastors create a ministry of longevity that they truly love.  I am the grateful husband of Sarah and the dad of Emma, Anna, Lizzy, and Jack.  I am a speaker, lover of vintage VW’s, and the owner of one 1972 VW Westfalia Bus.

20 Issues Christian Leaders Often Hide from Others

One of the greatest things you can do for your ministry is find a mentor. The value of a mentor in your life is immeasurable. Stay in ministry for longer than a day or two and you will find yourself overwhelmed. A mentor can help guide you when you are unsure of where to turn…

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A Crucial Element of Leadership (this will make or break you)

So how are you doing with your leadership? Today more than ever there is a ton being written and taught on leadership.  When it comes to leading people, there are many things to consider.  There are however some things more important than others, and there is one thing that I believe will either make or…

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All Aboard!? Partnering with Parents – the question we should really be asking?

So, how are you doing in partnering with Parents in your ministry? There are many things about student ministry that make it challenging. Countless books, articles, and blog posts have been written about the unique task of raising up students who genuinely love Jesus and will make an impact on the world for the sake…

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Not Sure Where to Start with Family Discipleship? (Its easier than you think)

If you are like me the thought of discipling your family can feel overwhelming. I’ve heard it said, “The thing that stops us most is the start.” Not knowing where to start can definitely keep us from starting something. When you are not sure where to start with family discipleship, you may never actually be…

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A Lesson I Learned Again Last Week (and You Will Never Guess Where)

Sometimes God teaches or reminds us of things in the most unlikely places. I’m convinced we would miss them if they were in our “normal” day in and day out ministries. If you’re like me you can become so used to your routine that many aspects can be carried out with little thought. Yet God so…

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Two Words From the Bible Every Teen Needs to Know

The Bible is full of wisdom for the lives of our teens. It is an amazing book. It is living and relevant. It is convicting and encouraging. In it we find examples of those who have failed miserably and those who have succeeded beyond their abilities. In it we find the impossible task of overcoming…

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