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OverviewOutreach in youth ministry is often viewed as a choice between evangelism and service. But when you weave those two together in a Jesus-centered ministry environment, they create unstoppable spiritual growth in teenagers.In this youth ministry...

OverviewBoth research and experience confirm an undeniable truth: the parents of teenagers have a huge impact on teenagers' spiritual growth and commitment to Jesus. Search Institute has found that the two primary predictors of a mature faith are...

OverviewHarsh news: Fresh research confirms that practices used by nearly every youth ministry on the planet subtly ease Jesus out of the spotlight and into the shadows. Which means your well-intentioned strategies for prompting spiritual growth in your...

OverviewWhen sad times come, how equipped are you to help children in your ministry cope?We help hurting kids when we know how to talk with them about what's going on. Knowing how to establish a relationship with kids and their parents that builds trust...

OverviewWhat makes a lesson great? Is it the teacher? The topic? The supplies? Or might it be the kids themselves? When you discover how kids learn best, every lesson becomes impactful and memorable.In this training course for children’s ministry workers...

OverviewWhen sad times come, how equipped are you to help children in your ministry cope?In this children's ministry leadership training course, you'll explore hurts that kids and their families carry, and consider effective ways to come alongside...

OverviewNow more than ever, teenagers are in desperate need of strength and perseverance—especially as they try to follow Jesus in a culture that is rapidly moving away from Jesus. This training will help you create a ministry environment that...

OverviewTheologian Abraham Kuyper defines "whole-life" discipleship this way: "There is not a square inch in the whole domain of our human existence over which Christ, who is Sovereign over it, does not cry, 'Mine!'"In this youth ministry leadership...

OverviewThe world can be a scary place for kids. But what if our cultural obsession with safety is actually keeping kids from cultivating the courage they need to face hard and scary things?It's no accident that the words "fear not" are everywhere in the...

OverviewYouth Ministry Certification from Group U isn't about passing a test or answering a bunch of questions; it's about improving your effectiveness in ministry today. Yes, you'll get a certificate, but you will also get peace of mind that you are...

OverviewStressed out and overwhelmed by unruly, out-of-control, or disrespectful kids? Fed up and ready to lay down the law to gain control? Wait! There's a better way to discipline children, and it's not about control; it's about cooperation.Through...

OverviewKids grow up so fast! But each age and stage of life provides unique opportunities for kids to build friendship with Jesus and each other.In this online training for children’s ministry leaders, you'll get age level insights for babies &...

OverviewWatch kids' faith grow as they discover the truth that changes their lives forever: God not only loves them, he likes them and wants to be their friend.Includes:The Friends With God Story Bible - Children meet Bible-times friends who share their...

OverviewLittle ones will be delighted to meet these six Li'l Buddies: Decker, Skyler, Bubba, Abbee, Beacon, and Tina. They'll love these winsome characters, each of whom reinforces a key Bible truth in age-appropriate ways...God made them (From Head to...

OverviewThis bundle contains one Jesus-Centered Bible and one Journal in turquoise.The first ever blue-letter Bible pointing out over 600 references to Jesus in the Old Testament. You'll see where Jesus appears, cover-to-cover, in every book of the Bible...

OverviewThis bundle contains one Jesus-Centered Bible and one Journal in charcoal.The first ever blue-letter Bible pointing out over 600 references to Jesus in the Old Testament. You'll see where Jesus appears, cover-to-cover, in every book of the Bible...

OverviewEncounter Jesus in a Fresh Way Throughout the Entire BibleBlue lettering highlights more than 600 passages in the Old Testament pointing to Jesus—references and promises that show God's love story for your life.You'll see where Jesus appears,...

OverviewDiscovering Who Jesus Says I Am Every DayPay ridiculous attention to Jesus throughout the entire year as you invite him to shape, guide, and inspire your plans. You'll live each day more powerfully as your routines, goals, and tasks become living...

OverviewWe asked adults where they struggle most when it comes to their faith, and here's what they said:Navigating the Bible,Praying, andKnowing God's willThe Deepening Faith Small-Group Bundle will help you and your small group Bible study dig in to...

OverviewDeepening Faith Small-Group Studies helps your small group meet Jesus in the Bible, encounter him face-to-face in prayer, and experience him directing their lives in unmistakable ways. Plus your group will have fun engaging in vibrant discussions...

OverviewBy Rick LawrenceThe Jesus-Centered Daily devotional invites you into a more intimate relationship with Jesus. You'll get to know his heart and come to truly understand and embrace the relationship he desires to have with you.This engaging...

OverviewWelcome to Eyewitness, the first-of-its-kind story Bible designed to help grown-ups discover God in fresh and surprising ways. These are the intimate, true-to-Scripture accounts of real people, just like you, who strived and struggled with God in...

OverviewBy Mikal KeeferIllustrated by Nomar PerezAs Savanna gallops through her day, she finds gifts from God along the way.With this Christian children's book, encourage your child to see God's good gifts in every flower, friend, and ray of...

OverviewBy Mikal KeeferIllustrated by Nomar PerezUh-oh.There's just one cookie—and five hungry friends.Join Baby Mack and his famished crew as they consider what to do.With this Christian children's book, help your young child discover sharing is fun—and...

OverviewBy Mikal KeeferIllustrated by Nomar PerezZion the lion turns his frown upside down.One skinned knee, a tummy ache, an oopsy-fumbled birthday cake.Will anything go right?With this Christian children's book, help your child to see that even on sad...

OverviewBy Jeff White and Mikal KeeferIllustrated by Julie MellanThere is so much to be thankful for—more than you could ever imagine.And when Savanna the giraffe thinks about all the amazing reasons we have to be grateful, she sees how God is good!Good,...

OverviewBy Jeff WhiteIllustrated by Julie MellanPoor Mack. All Mack can see are the things he can't have. And it's making him grumpy. And NO one likes a grumpy rhino!Except for one tiny bush baby... who's ready to show Mack that even when life is unfair,...

OverviewBy Jeff WhiteIllustrated by Luis GadeaWho cares? Zion cares! After a terrible storm, Zion the lion wakes up to find his neighbors weeping and whimpering.Thankfully, Zion has a few surprises in store for his forlorn little friends. He's on a...

OverviewBy Jeff WhiteIllustrated by David Harrington How Do I Read the Bible? The Bible is a big, big, BIG book. Kids might think it's hard to read. Where do you start? How much should you read? What if you don't understand it? How will you ever finish...

OverviewBy Jeff WhiteIllustrated by David HarringtonGod loves your kids so much! And God loves talking with your kids, too.With this Christian book for kids, they'll discover there are lots of ways to pray, and tons of things to pray about. This fun...

OverviewBy Mikal KeeferIt's time to get gritty.When life serves up challenges or draws you out of your comfort zone, it's time to get gritty. Spiritually gritty.Spiritual grit is what enables people to follow Jesus no matter how difficult the path. It's...

OverviewBy Mikal Keefer Strength for the Tough StuffLife's full of tough stuff. Maybe you're even going through some hard things right now. (That's completely normal... but not exactly fun, right?)To get through these hard things, you need grit. Growing...

OverviewBy Mikal KeeferThe secret to knowing God's will...... is knowing God.When it comes to making big decisions in life, all of us want to know God's direction. But what happens when we pray and don't hear an answer or the path seems confusing and...

OverviewBy Mikal KeeferGo from reading the Bible because you should...... to reading it because you want to.Help! How Do I Read the Bible? is a Bible reading guide that strips away complicated study lessons and theological lingo common in Bible-reading...

OverviewBy Mikal KeeferA good prayer life isn't about how you pray.It's about who you're praying to.Help! How Do I Pray? is a practical guide book that takes the guilt and intimidation out of prayer by replacing how-to recipes and formulas with a focus...