Music For The In-Between Day. . .
Yesterday we commemorated His death for us. Tomorrow we celebrate the amazing fact of the Resurrection and the victory of Jesus over the grave. Today is that “in-between” day. Here’s something to ponder from Charles Wesley. . .
Good Friday Music. . .
Over the years I’ve developed a love for a variety of music that reflects on the events of Good Friday and The Cross. . . which is the turning point in all history. I pray that these few songs would…
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Pandemic Blessings? . . .
Is this happening to anyone else? . . Last night I came in the house from being outside. Cool evening air. Sun going down. Full moon out. Birds saying goodnight. Stars in the sky. Campfire in the backyard. As I…
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Pandemic Parenting. . . It’s A Gift! . . .
Editor’s Note: This blog post is also the lead article in our April 2020 CPYU Parent Page. In an effort to serve you well during the Coronavirus, we are waiving our normal subscription fees. You can download a free copy…
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Youth Ministry’s Golden Opportunity. . .
Over the course of the last couple of weeks I’ve continued to engage in what John Stott called “dual listening.” It’s that task of the parent, youth worker, preacher, teacher, and anyone else who cares about ministering to and leading…
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In This World You Will Have Trouble. . . And We Do. . .
My head is spinning. This morning, my father went to be with Jesus. I am a bit numb. Two days ago, a life-long college friend died from the Covid-19 virus. Yesterday, an early-in-my-ministry mentor passed away. Add to that the…
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A Prayer For Healthcare Workers on the Frontlines. . .
Thinking tonight about our hospital and healthcare workers. I know many and have watched some up close over the past couple of weeks. They are having to navigate so many challenges. God bless them. Here is a prayer I wrote…
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Crisis And Providence. . . A Time For Growth. . .
“What is the Lord doing?” That might be the most-asked question followers of Jesus have been voicing over the last couple of weeks. It’s a good question to ask for several reasons. For one, it recognizes that God is, in…
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I Think This Will Sooth Your Soul Today. . .
I woke up this morning to a text message from my buddy Rich Van Pelt. It was a link to a YouTube video (embedded below). I went there to watch and listen. . . and was greatly blessed. Rich had…
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Youth Workers: Embrace The Pandemic For Viral Ministry To Parents. . .
In times like these, we are given the gift of coming to terms with what really matters. I know that’s happening for me. My habitual daily diversions and idols are getting exposed. . . and that’s a good thing. And…
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Wise Words To Share With Kids On Fear. . . From Paul Tripp. . .
Our friend Paul Tripp has ministered to me and so many other youth workers and parents over the years. . . always pointing us to Gospel-truth. . . especially in those moments when we are prone to go elsewhere. My…
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Thoughts About The Coming Days and Weeks. . .
With many of our regular diversions shut down, the temptation will be to spend the next few weeks running to our other diversions. . . specifically, the triple screens (smartphones, tv, computers) and social media. . . thereby only increasing…
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